Longin's Franky 145 is the bigger version of this floating darter minnow, developed for fast and targeted fish searching in shallow water, from strong-current areas to large estuaries, beaches and wide tidal zones. With its 145 mm length and 37 g weight, it offers greater volume, water presence and appeal than the more compact sizes, making it ideal when predators are feeding on medium to large baitfish. Designed to work below the surface, the Franky 145 allows anglers to cover large areas of water efficiently, adapting to changes in current, tide and fish activity. Thanks to its aerodynamic body and internal balancing system, it maintains a stable flight posture and delivers excellent casting distance even in challenging conditions. Its action changes according to retrieve speed, shifting from a natural and controlled rolling action to a tighter, more vibrating movement, and finally to a wide, highly appealing wobble & roll on faster retrieves. Stable even in strong current, the Franky 145 is the ideal lure for anglers looking for a high-performance, versatile minnow capable of attracting sea bass and other coastal predators even from long range.
How to use
The Franky 145 offers three distinct swimming styles depending on retrieval speed. Experiment with different techniques to match the conditions and maximize your success:
1) Slow retrieve (Natural Roll Action): ideal in calm waters or when fish are sluggish. The Franky gently rocks on its axis, imitating a wounded baitfish moving slowly. This action produces natural light flashes and tempts predators to strike even during low-activity periods;
2) Medium retrieve (Tight Wob'n Roll): perfect for scanning wide areas and locating fish. At medium speed, the Franky creates a tight, vibrant motion, harmoniously blending rolling and wobbling. This mode is effective both in current and over mixed bottoms, where a stable and natural swimming action is required;
3) Fast retrieve (Wide, High-Attraction Wobble): when fish are actively hunting or when you want to provoke a reaction strike, increase the retrieval speed. The Franky develops a wide, strongly vibrating action that attracts predators from a distance. Excellent in strong current or side wind conditions, where a more pronounced visual and acoustic presence is needed.
Action: Floating
Diving depth: up to 60 cm
