The Gapen Flicker BT: Flash Meets Flavor Combining the best of two legendary Gapen designs, the Flicker BT (Bait Tail) is the ultimate solution for anglers who demand the erratic, darting action of a jigging spoon with the scent-holding power of a live bait rig. If the standard Flicker is a "calling" lure, the Flicker BT is the "closer." The Best of Both Worlds The Flicker BT takes the iconic, thin-profile "Pilker" body of the original Flicker and optimizes it for bait attachment. While a standard spoon might lose its rhythm when tipped, the Flicker BT is balanced to maintain its signature side-to-side "flicker" even when carrying a minnow head or wax worm. The Signature "Flicker" Action: Made from eco-friendly tinput material with a slight bend in the body, it creates a natural, wounded-minnow dance on the lift and a slow, flashy flutter on the drop. Built for Bait: Unlike standard spoons, the "BT" version features a specific hook-to-body ratio designed to accommodate live bait (minnow heads, leeches, or crawlers) without killing the lure's vibration. Holographic & Glow Finishes: Every Flicker BT is finished with high-reflection holographic scales or long-lasting GLOW paint, ensuring it catches light—and eyes—in deep or stained water. The "Blood" Hook: Equipped with a premium bright red treble hook, mimicking a wounded baitfish and giving predators a specific "bullseye" to target. Versatility Across the Seasons Ice Fishing: A powerhouse for vertical jigging. The erratic darting motion pulls fish in from a distance, while the tipped bait seals the deal. Open Water: Use it like a lead-head jig. Cast, let it settle, and "snap" it back to the boat to trigger aggressive reaction strikes from Walleye and Bass. Deep Water: Available in heavier sizes for reaching Lake Trout, Salmon, and deep-dwelling Walleye in the heaviest currents. Pro Tip: The "Twitch and Roll" For maximum effectiveness, use a "Twitch and Roll" retrieve. Lift the lure with a sharp snap, let it flutter down on a semi-slack line, and give it a tiny "twitch" just before it hits bottom. This mimics a dying minnow trying to take one last breath—an easy meal no predator can pass up. Don't settle for just flash—add the flavor. Upgrade to the Flicker BT and see why Dan Gapen’s designs have remained a staple in pro tackle boxes for decades.
