My Top 5 Hard Plastic Lures for Bass Fishing on the Llyn Peninsula  

When it comes to lure fishing for bass on the Llyn Peninsula, having the right hard plastics in your tackle box can make all the difference. Over the years, I’ve tested countless lures, but a few have consistently outperformed the rest. Here are my top five lures that have saved blanks, produced insane sessions, and hooked some of my best bass.  

1. Hunthouse 155 (Cream & Orange – Bay Ruf Manic Style) 

Why it’s a winner: 

Exceptional casting distance – Flies as far as any metal, covering a vast amount of ground.  Incredible surface action – Creates a fantastic wake and has that signature “sex wobble” that drives bass wild.  

Versatile – Works in calm evenings best, choppy dawn sessions are ok, and everything in between.  

I’ve had days where switching to this lure turned a slow session into a bass bonanza. The cream and orange colourway (similar to the Bay Ruf Manic) is killer, especially in clear water or low light.  I had a 74cm Bass with this lure from an estuary fish as slowly as you can in daylight.

One negative is that sinking lures are easy to lose. A rapid retrieve on the drop is a must. Cast out immediately it hits the water, rod up, retrieve fast, or lose it.

Top tip: Change the hooks for Decoys, big bass will happily bend the hooks straight.

A Hunthouse 155 Cotton Candy hooks bent after a short tussle with a big bass. I felt sick losing this one. My fault, I should have changed the hooks

2. Patchinko 100 (Nacre)  

Why it’s a must-have:  

Blank saver – Two sessions stand out where this single lure accounted for over 30 bass each time!  

Classic topwater action – The subtle splash and erratic movement trigger explosive takes.  Tip: Imagine a bass is following the lure: Technique = the walk the dog action with plenty of stops. Tried and trusted – A go-to when other lures fail.  The Patchinko 100 in Nacre is one of those lures that works. Whether it’s dawn, dusk, or under cloud cover, this little beast consistently catches fish when nothing else will.  

The Baby Patch – very easy to flick out, walk the dog, action lots of stops on the retrieve

Match the hatch, see the similarities between the bait fish and the 110 Patchinko. The baby patch will work in most seas. I enjoy using it on warm, calm evenings just as the sun sets.

 3. Komomo II (Chameleon Flashing Plate & Joker Flashing Plate)  

Best for:   Dawn/Dusk/Day → Chameleon Flashing Plate (iridescent flash that mimics baitfish).  

Dark Nights→ Joker Flashing Plate (high-vis contrast for low-light aggression).  

The Komomo II is a topwater assassin. The way the K11 dances across the surface (MIMICS SANDEELS), flashing and gliding, makes it irresistible to bass. It’s a staple in my night-fishing rotation.   

4. IMA Sasuke (Cotton Candy)  

Why it’s deadly:  

Sub-surface seduction – Dives to 70-90cm with a tantalising rolling action.  

Perfect weight (19g) – Casts well, holds depth, and maintains a sexy wobble.  

Cotton Candy colour– My favourite for dusk, dawn, and night.  

Last April, I landed a beautiful 70cm bass on the Sasuke in Cotton Candy. The way it moves in the water seems to trigger an instinctive reaction—bass can’t resist slamming it.  

Using the Sasuke 120 in Cotton Candy – fished slowly just before dawn

Top tip – no need for any fancy movements, just a straight, slow retrieve with stops on the retrieve.  

5. Megabass Zonk 120 HT in Pearl White for night or Blue for days  

Why it’s a classic:  

Handles rough seas & deeper water – A beast in choppy conditions where other lures struggle.  

Great casting distance – Gets out there even in strong winds.  

Aggressive action – The erratic darting drives the bass mad.  

The downside?  

Fragile nib – Can snap if you’re unlucky (and these lures aren’t cheap!).  

Kelp & rock magnet – Easy to lose if fishing snaggy marks.  

Despite the risks, the Zonk 120 HT is a proven fish-catcher, especially when you need a lure that can punch through strong headwinds and handle rough water.  

 Final Thoughts:

If I had to pick one lure for the Llyn Peninsula, it’d be a tough call between the Hunthouse 155 and the Patchinko 100 — both are absolute fish magnets. But having all five in your arsenal ensures you’re covered for topwater chaos, sub-surface strikes, rough seas, and those tricky low-light conditions.  

PS I know some of my fishing buddies will disagree and scream “What about the Houndglide Asturie” etc, etc.

What are your go-to hard plastics for bass? Let me know in the comments!