Berkley Powerbait Nessie Soft Glide Baits

The Berkley PowerBait Nessie Soft Glide Baits combine the natural swimming action of a traditional glide bait with the flexibility and versatility of soft plastic construction. Developed in collaboration with professional angler Mike Iaconelli, the Nessie features a mesh-reinforced joint that provides durability while allowing the body to move freely through the water. Its slow-sinking design, stabilizing belly fins, and horizontal swimming posture produce a consistent S-shaped gliding action that imitates a fleeing or injured baitfish. A flexible brush-style tail adds subtle movement, while custom-painted forage-matching finishes create a realistic presentation for targeting bass and other predatory freshwater species.

Unlike traditional hard-bodied glide baits, the Nessie's soft construction allows anglers to skip the lure beneath docks, overhanging trees, and other areas where fish frequently hold. A patent-pending hook retention clip keeps the Fusion19 treble hook secured against the body during casting and retrieval, helping reduce interference when fishing around cover. The sharp treble hook provides dependable penetration when fish strike, while Berkley's PowerBait formula is infused directly into the soft plastic to encourage fish to hold on longer. Available in multiple sizes and realistic color patterns, the Nessie offers an accessible glide bait presentation for beginners while providing experienced anglers with additional options for fishing tight spaces and difficult cover.