Iborn 118 F
The great strength of Ima's Iborn 118 F is that it incorporates internal mass transfer. As a result, it casts very well, with precision, even against the wind. It's rare to see a lure under 12 centimetres benefit from this technology. It's a real plus, and one that Ima has successfully mastered.
With its small triangular lip, the Iborn 118 F swims just below the surface. Designed to fish shallow areas such as plateaus and beaches.
At a constant speed, you need to bring it back to a fast enough speed for it to dive and execute its stroke. It is also possible to jerk it energetically, giving it a very aggressive, interesting and effective swimming action. It is in this case that the lure is most interesting.
These are the two points that make this lure so strong and interesting. As for the rest, we find what we're used to with Ima. From a construction point of view, the solidity of the lure and hooks are proportioned to cope with fish weighing from five to ten kilograms, without worry.
In terms of colors, we're back to the brand's classics, with sea-fishing-oriented colors.
Use
The Iborn 118 F's ability to swim below the surface of the water, without diving too far, and the ease with which it casts make it particularly interesting for fishing rocky areas or shallow beaches quickly, from a boat or from shore.
This makes it possible to prospect this type of often large area, to locate fish more quickly.
Although primarily designed for bass fishing, this lure is also very interesting for freshwater asp fishing, as it is silent, swims below the surface and can withstand strong currents!
This is a lure that can be reeled in quickly or jerked aggressively to exploit its full potential, responding well to the animations to which bass and asp react.
Of course, it can also be used for pike, barracuda and other medium-sized species that respond to fast action. In fact, this Ima lure should be reserved for fast, aggressive fishing, and is less suited to slow retrieves interspersed with long pauses.
My opinion
I like the fact that the Iborn 118 F, despite its small size, incorporates technologies such as mass transfer, often reserved for larger lures. Thanks to this mass transfer, it launches far and swims without stalling, even at high speeds. It's a great lure for fishing shallow areas with strong currents.
These are the kind of places where you'll find bass or asp, and the Iborn 118 F is ideal for fishing these demanding spots, where few lures can get through without stalling.
Iborne 118 F
- Brand: Ima
- Length: 11.8 centimetres
- Weight: 19 grams
- Type: Jerkbait minnow
- Swimming depth: 0 - 20 centimetres
- Density: Floating
- Price: ?32
- Distributor France : Way of Fishing
