Metro Glide is Throwback Baits' two-piece swimbait that has become a go-to big-bass tool when the water's cool and the bite is stubborn. The lure is about 7 inches long and roughly 2 ounces, with a slow sinking cadence that lets it weathervane along cover and weed edges, calling in lunkers that want to ambush from behind structure. It's a legit, real-deal glide bait, not a video-game prop—this is the real deal for grabbing big stripes of bass in post-spawn and early winter sessions.
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What it is and why it works: a two-piece glide bait with a natural, shad-like profile. The big profile and slow sink rate help you show fish a big, easy target with long glides and s-curves that trigger predatory strikes.
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Gear you’ll want:
- Rod: a heavy-swimbait setup, typically 7'6"–8'6", fast to extra-fast action to drive that bait with authority.
- Reel: a 6.5–8.5:1 gear ratio, so you can control the glide and adjust the cadence.
- Line: 50–65 lb braided line (backup with a short leader of 20–40 lb fluorocarbon if you’re fishing around snaggy cover or cleaner water).
- Terminal: standard two-hook or through-hook setup that comes with the Metro Glide; inspect the trebles and keep them sharp.
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Retrieve and techniques:
- Start with a slow, deliberate pull (2–4 seconds) to force a long glide. Pause briefly (1–3 seconds) and then repeat. The bait’s glide path should look like a slow-dragging side-to-side motion, not a constant retrieve.
- Mix in short twitches or a tougher, longer sweep to wake it up if fish are hard to come by.
- Keep it near cover: weed edges, docks, brush, drop-offs, and mid-depth structures are prime. In cold water, you’ll often gain bites by letting the bait hang and then resuming with a longer pause.
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Color and water conditions:
- Clear/clear-to-moderate water: natural shad patterns, olive/bluegill tones.
- Stained water: brighter colors like Pink Lemonade or chartreuse can help a reaction bite. The choice often comes down to water clarity and light conditions.
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Early winter tips: water is cooler; bass push toward deeper banks, points, and brush lines. Slow the cadence, keep the bait on the outskirts of weedlines, and be ready for a big bite when a slow glide gives way to a sudden crush.
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Where to watch and shop:
- YouTube: Best Rod & Reel Combo for Throwbacks Metro Glide? (Without breaking the bank)
- More glide-bait intel: Glide Baits I Can't Fish Without | Glide Bait Fishing For River Pike!
- Tackle: Throwback Baits Metro Glide on Tackle.net
- Gear pick: SAVAGE GEAR Glide Fishing Baits on Amazon
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Pro tip: practice with a similar-sized glide bait in training runs before you hit the water; then dial in your cadence with a target at a known structure. The Metro Glide rewards patience and perfect timing.
Keep your lines tight and your rod tip high—the big bites are waiting, and the Metro Glide is your best friend for the next big bass season. Good luck out there and stay stoked—you’ve got this! 💪🎣
