Lucky Craft's Wonder series, known as the "original sinking pencil," has been a staple of the sea bass scene for many years. It begins with an intuitive sense of "there's absolutely no resistance, yet somehow it catches fish," and eventually turns into the reality that it can catch fish you can't catch anywhere else. Its greatest appeal lies in the combination of simplicity—simply reeling it in—and the profound depth it offers. Even on windless nights when the water surface is completely still, the Wonder approaches fish naturally, like a weak, wobbling baitfish. Reports of success, particularly during night fishing, are plentiful, with countless accounts of fish that wouldn't bite on a Beef Rise or a Valid now taking the bait. The Wonder's greatest weapon is its ability to get reluctant fish to bite.
■ Basic action: Just "reel it in" Using the Wonder is very simple. Just cast it and retrieve it super slowly, at about one rotation of the reel per second. With just this, the Wonder will maintain a horizontal position and swim unsteadily just below the surface of the water, rolling slightly. It is particularly effective near the current and the boundary between light and dark. - Cast it deep into the current and reel it in slowly while maintaining line tension - If there is a clear distinction between light and dark, such as from a night light, cast it into a bright spot and continue reeling it towards the dark side Just this simple operation will attract nervous fish that won't bite with other lures. What's more, many of the hits occur in the easy-to-see range just below the surface of the water, so one of the joys of the Wonder is that you can enjoy the moment of the bite with your eyes.
■ The "flight distance" and "horizontal fall" unique to sinking pencils The Wonder is a sinking pencil with excellent flight distance. The 95mm and slim models in particular demonstrate outstanding long-distance casting performance, allowing you to target vast open waters and distant structures. Another notable feature is its unique "horizontal fall." While ordinary sinking pencils sink with a forward-leaning posture, the Wonder is characterized by its ability to sink horizontally while maintaining a natural posture by applying light line tension. The "lift and fall" that makes use of this characteristic is very effective in rivers and areas with tidal currents. Simply cast it upriver and let it ride the water current, repeating the tension fall and lift to induce a reaction bite.
■ How to choose a model and how to use it depending on the situation Wonder comes in a wide variety of sizes and shapes, allowing you to fine-tune your use depending on the situation and the fish you are targeting. Wonder 60/80: Basic models ideal for simply reeling in the surface during night fishing. Particularly effective on quiet, windless nights, they boast overwhelming catches with a slow retrieve of one rotation per second. Wonder 95: Effective in situations requiring long-distance casting or for the "falling sweetfish pattern." Simply cast up and let it ride the current as you reel in to get a reaction from big fish. Slim 70/90/110: Particularly effective at catching baitfish, whitebait, young sweetfish, and shrimp, and ideal for light patterns in night games. The slim silhouette makes them less affected by the wind and improves casting distance.
■ Compatible bait patterns and effective seasons The Wonder can be used with a variety of bait patterns, such as: Running of the yellowtail (December to June): Simply reeling in the lure is the basic technique. The Wonder Slim is particularly effective. Whitebait and young sweetfish patterns (March to June): Fine-tuning the size and reeling speed is key. Inago and sardines (May to October): Search a wide area with a 95 or 110 lure. Falling sweetfish, halfbeak and gizzard shad (September to December): A slow flow and horizontal fall is effective. Amit pattern (December to June): A natural, drifting action will give them a chance to bite. Rockfish plugging (December to May): Simply reel in the lure slowly around streetlights.
Fish that wouldn't bite on a Beef Freeze or a Valid somehow seem to respond to a Wonder. That's the magic of the Wonder series: "You don't feel like you're catching anything, but you do." It's great for micro bait patterns, young sweetfish, and whitebait from spring to early summer; in the summer, it's great for sardines, sardines, and squid; and in the fall and winter, it's great for halfbeaks, fallen sweetfish, gizzard shad, and sandfish. Its silhouette and natural action are perfect for any bait pattern. Just reel it in quietly and slowly. "You don't feel like you're catching anything, but you're catching something." That's the true essence of the original sinking pencil, the Wonder.
Lucky Craft's Wonder series, known as the "original sinking pencil," has been a staple of the sea bass scene for many years. It begins with an intuitive sense of "it doesn't offer any resistance, yet somehow it catches fish." This unique lure's presence soon becomes a reality, catching fish you won't find anywhere else. Its greatest appeal lies in the combination of simplicity and depth, achieved with simple reeling. Even on windless nights when the water is completely still, the Wonder approaches fish naturally, like a weak, wobbling bait. Reports of success, particularly during night fishing, are plentiful, with countless accounts of fish that wouldn't bite on a Beef Rise or a Barid now biting on a Wonder. The Wonder's greatest weapon is its ability to get reluctant fish to bite. ■ Basic Action: Simply "Reel It In" Using the Wonder is incredibly simple. Just cast it and perform an ultra-slow retrieve, roughly one rotation of the reel per second. With just this, the Wonder will maintain a horizontal position and swim just below the surface of the water, rolling slightly. It is especially effective at the edge of the tide or the boundary between light and dark.
・If there is a clear difference in brightness due to night lighting, cast it in a bright spot and continue reeling it toward the dark side. This simple technique will attract even nervous fish that won't bite on other lures. Furthermore, many hits occur just below the surface, where they're easily visible, allowing you to enjoy the moment of the bite with your own eyes—one of the true joys of the Wonder. ■ The "flight distance" and "horizontal fall" unique to sinking pencils. The Wonder is a sinking pencil with excellent flight distance. The 95mm and slim models in particular offer outstanding long-distance casting capabilities, allowing you to target vast open waters and distant structures. Another notable feature is its unique "horizontal fall." While ordinary sinking pencils sink with a forward-leaning posture, the Wonder's unique "horizontal fall" allows it to sink horizontally while maintaining a natural posture by applying light line tension. Taking advantage of this characteristic, the "lift and fall" technique is highly effective in rivers and areas with tidal currents. Cast it upriver, let it ride the current, and repeat the tension fall and lift to induce a reaction bite. ■ How to choose a model and use it according to the situation Wonder has a variety of sizes and shapes.
A wide variety of options are available, allowing for precise adjustments depending on the situation and the target fish. Wonder 60 & 80: These basic models are ideal for night fishing with surface retrieves. They are particularly effective on quiet, windless nights, boasting overwhelming results with a slow retrieve of one rotation per second. Wonder 95: Effective for situations requiring long casts or the "falling sweetfish pattern." Simply cast up and reel in with the current to attract big fish. Slim 70, 90, & 110: Particularly effective for baitfish escaping and the whitebait, young sweetfish, and conger eel patterns, ideal for light night fishing. Their slender silhouettes make them less affected by wind and improve casting distance. ■ Suitable Bait Patterns and Effective Seasons The Wonder is compatible with a variety of bait patterns, including: Baitfish escaping (December to June): Standard retrieve is the basic technique. The Wonder Slim is particularly effective. Whitebait and young sweetfish patterns (March to June): Fine-tuning the size and reeling speed is key. Inago and sardines (May to October): Search a wide area with the 95 or MAX SS model. Falling sweetfish, halfbeak, and gizzard shad (September to December): A slow, horizontal fall works well. Ami pattern (December to June): Show off a natural, floating action.
Get them to bite. Rockfish plugging (December to May): Just slowly reel it in around a streetlight. Fish that wouldn't bite on a Beef Freeze or a Valid somehow start to bite on a Wonder. That's the magic of the Wonder series: "You don't feel like you're catching anything, but you do." It's great for micro bait patterns, young sweetfish, and whitebait from spring to early summer; in the summer, it's great for sardines, sardines, and squid; and in the fall and winter, it's great for halfbeaks, fallen sweetfish, gizzard shad, and sandfish. Its silhouette and natural action are perfect for any bait pattern. Just reel it in quietly and slowly. "You don't feel like you're catching anything, but you're catching something." That's the true essence of the original sinking pencil, the Wonder.