{"product_id":"livingston-lures-viper-8-swimbait","title":"Livingston Lures Viper 8 | Adjustable EBS Predator Swimbait","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn 8-Inch Swimbait with Adjustable Depth Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Livingston Lures Viper 8 combines a slow, natural swimming profile with Electronic Baitfish Sound (EBS). Its Variable Weight System lets you configure the presentation for just below the surface, suspending in the water column, or slow rolling along the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt with 2 mm wire-through construction, this large forage-style bait is designed for musky, pike, stripers, walleye, and other predators. Work it over a weed edge or beside suspended bait, adjusting the setup and retrieve to explore the depth where fish are holding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-inch predator swimbait with a natural swimming profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable Weight System for adjustable depth and action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubsurface, suspending, and bottom-oriented presentation options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEBS Smart Chip adds electronic baitfish sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 mm wire-through construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Fish It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse tackle rated for the listed 6.22-ounce lure weight. Follow the manufacturer's weighting instructions and test the lure's balance and movement in view before fishing your chosen setup. Begin with a slow, steady retrieve, then add controlled pauses and wide rod sweeps to vary direction and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRandy Howell pro tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the Variable Weight System to position the bait over shallow weeds, near suspended bait schools, or around deeper structure. Mix occasional pauses and wide rod sweeps into a slow retrieve, watching the lure as it changes direction or glides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the weighting and retrieve whenever you change presentations rather than assuming every setup suspends or runs at the same depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSupplier-Listed Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swimbait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.22 oz. \/ 176.31 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 inches \/ 20.32 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e EBS Smart Chip, Variable Weight System.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 mm wire-through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHooks:\u003c\/strong\u003e VMC BN, 3X Strong 1\/0 F - 1\/0, as listed by the supplier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0324\/5336\/1795\/files\/EBS-MultiTouch_480x480.png?v=1625766408\" width=\"304\" height=\"228\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0324\/5336\/1795\/files\/FOWARD_FACING_SONAR_BADGE.png?v=1748012031\" alt=\"\" width=\"116\" height=\"127\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Livingston Lures","offers":[{"title":"Blue Pearl Chartreuse","offer_id":50566804340955,"sku":"LURE-848927048305","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Baby Bass","offer_id":50566804373723,"sku":"LURE-848927048015","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clearwater Shad","offer_id":50566804406491,"sku":"LURE-848927048145","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"AYU","offer_id":50566804439259,"sku":"LURE-848927048190","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Real Shad","offer_id":50566804472027,"sku":"LURE-848927048251","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Green Ghost Shiner","offer_id":50566804504795,"sku":"LURE-848927048268","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Silver Shiner","offer_id":50566804537563,"sku":"LURE-848927048275","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chartreuse blue Shiner","offer_id":50566804570331,"sku":"LURE-848927048299","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ghost Gizzard Shad","offer_id":50566804603099,"sku":"LURE-848927048398","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"River Hitch","offer_id":50566804635867,"sku":"LURE-848927048602","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown Hitch","offer_id":50566804668635,"sku":"LURE-848927048626","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Tiger","offer_id":50566804701403,"sku":"LURE-848927048695","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/5320\/7003\/files\/4830profile.png?v=1791153641","url":"https:\/\/www.reelfishcartel.com\/products\/livingston-lures-viper-8-swimbait","provider":"ReelFishCartel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}