Joe Baggs Block Island Eel – Saltwater Soft Bait

The Hook

When big predators get dialed in on long, slender forage, bulky baits get ignored. The Joe Baggs Block Island Eel delivers a tight, lifelike swimming action that convinces pressured fish to commit.

Built for serious surfcasting, flats, and offshore applications, this saltwater fishing lure produces when trophy fish are hunting eels.

Key Benefits

True Eel Profile & Action – Long, flowing body creates a natural swimming presentation that triggers aggressive strikes from Striped Bass and other predators.
Versatile Rigging Options – Fish it on jig heads, weighted hooks, or trolling setups to match current, depth, and structure.
Durable Soft Plastic Formula – Built to handle violent hits while maintaining consistent action cast after cast.
Excels in Tough Conditions – Effective during night bites, moving tides, and when fish key in on slender baitfish.
Big Fish Confidence – Proven producer for Big Game species inshore and offshore.

Technical Specs

Sizes: 9" and 14.5"
Material: Durable, saltwater-grade soft plastic
Hook Type (Recommended SPJ JIGS): Heavy-duty jig heads, weighted swimbait hooks, or through-wired trolling rigs
Target Species: Striped Bass, Bluefish, Tuna, Tarpon, Snook, Big Game predators

From Northeast surfcasting for trophy Stripers to Southern tarpon and snook hunts, the Block Island Eel delivers a natural action that stands out in current and low-light conditions. Its slender profile improves casting distance while maintaining a realistic swim on steady retrieves or slow jigging presentations.

When predators are locked on eels, there’s no substitute.

Rig it right. Fish it slow. Hold on. Bet on Baggs.