Hayabusa - Free Slide VS+ Head
$800AUD
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How to fish this lure
The retrieve, the rig, and the colour Big Kev would tie on.
About this lure
The Hayabusa Free Slide VS Plus is a versatile tai rubber replacement head designed to deliver a clean, natural fall and controlled slide action. Built for drifting over reefs and structure, it keeps your skirts working freely while maintaining a stable descent that snapper respond to instantly.
- Free-slide system – head glides independently on the leader for a natural bite window
- Stable sinking action – tuned weight shape holds its line in current for reliable bottom tracking
- Enhanced sensitivity – clean contact through the line helps read bottom transitions
- Ideal for NZ drifts – perfect for slow, steady wind techniques targeting snapper
- Easy to fish – drop to bottom, lift slightly and wind steadily to activate skirts
How to fish the Hayabusa - Free Slide VS+ Head
Big Kev's Tips
Which colour, and when
#1 Red ShrimpReads as a dark silhouette down deep - the pick for low light or stained water.
#2 Orange GoldWarm flash to pull fish in - a reliable low-light colour.
#3 Green GoldA natural baitfish match for clear water and bright sun.
#4 Appeal OrangeWarm flash to pull fish in - a reliable low-light colour.
#5 Triple ChartGlow and warm flash combined - earns its keep in low light or off-colour water.
Which weight, and when
45 g
Lighter option for shallow drifts or slack current; easier to maintain bottom contact in gentle conditions.
60 g
Versatile weight for standard reef drifts with moderate current; balances casting distance and controlled descent.
80 g
Suits medium-depth drifts and moderate current; reliable bottom tracking on typical snapper grounds.
100 g
Ideal for deeper drifts or stronger current; maintains stable descent and bottom contact on structured reefs.
120 g
Heavy option for deep water or fast current; ensures quick drop and precise bottom tracking.
150 g
Deep-water drifts with strong current; keeps the head locked to structure in demanding conditions.
180 g
Maximum weight for extreme depth or heavy current; fastest descent for vertical presentations over deep reefs.