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Bait guide
Giant razor clam (Ensis siliqua), shown as a razor-clam bait reference

Shellfish

Razor clam

The long, firm flesh can be cut into a strip for a neat bottom-fishing bait. Availability and collection rules vary; check local notices and only use legally sourced shellfish.

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Best over: Sand, Mixed

Photo: James St. John · CC BY 2.0

How to mount it

1231 Feed onto shank2 Anchor bait3 Leave point clear

General presentation illustration. Bait shape and hook placement vary with hook size and bait condition.

  1. 1Rinse the flesh and cut a narrow strip suited to the hook.
  2. 2Pass the hook through one end of the strip, keeping the flesh aligned with the shank.
  3. 3Fold the strip and hook through it again to secure the bait.
  4. 4Use bait elastic for a firmer hold if needed, keeping the hook point clear.