The Megabass Flatbacker 110 is a roundish-bodied, heavy-profiled, 110mm, 22 grams, sinking, minnow fishing lure designed for midwater diving action.
The lure comes equipped with a bib measuring 21.5mm in length (with a width of approximately 13.5mm), angled downwards at approximately 30 degrees from its horizontal position, making the lure dive to approximately 1.5 meters.
Coupled with the shape and profile of the lure, the Flatbacker 110 will produce a vigorous head wobble and accentuated body roll, allowing for maximum light to reflect off its flanks as it is being retrieved.
What however makes this lure stand out is its weight transfer system. Megabass have incorporated a linear bearing oscillating system (LBO), a first amongst all other manufacturers.
It comprises a cylindrical tungsten weight transfer system mounted on a circular shaft that runs on a cushion of ball bearings that are housed within the weight transfer system, to produce zero resistance in the movement of the weight transfer system.
What this translates into is superior casting distance, as it allows for the most efficient transfer of weight from the mid-section of the lure to its rear with each cast.
In addition, because of the zero resistance of the LBO system, the Flatbacker 110 will respond faster than any other lure with a conventional weight transfer system to go into a dive position once it hit the water.
The Megabass Flatbacker 110 LBO system is indeed an improvement over the prior art. Still, more importantly, a must-have for sea bass connoisseurs who require maximum casting distance to be able to get their lure into the strike zone.