The Ugly Bug
The original stand-up jig, created by Dan Gapen Sr. in 1969 to imitate crawfish and hellgrammites. The wedge head walks out of rock under pressure and stands at about 45° on bottom.
The Bait-Walker
Dan Gapen Sr.'s bottom-walking wire sinker, invented in 1964. Built to walk bait along the bottom in current for walleye, catfish and more.
Learn: fishing tips from the Gapen family
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Retailers, tackle shops and guides
Gapen Tackle and TTS Lures are available to approved retailers, tackle shops, guides and outdoor dealers.
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