Draw 6.5 Glide Bait for Bass - Wide Gliding Action

Our review of the Draw 6.5 glide bait finds it best suited for anglers targeting bass that feed on smaller forage, especially on lakes and ponds where a big swimbait is overkill. The single biggest reason to buy is its scaled-down but faithful glide action co-designed with Bassmaster Open champion Ben Milliken, which produces a natural, wide gliding motion and versatile presentation in shallow water. Out of the box the bait is extremely slow sinking and works from about 1 to 4 ft on a steady retrieve, making it a dependable choice for anglers who need realistic detail and controlled action in a compact package.

Key Features

• Co-designed action: The Draw 6.5 uses the same glide geometry developed with Ben Milliken to deliver a convincing side-to-side glide that mimics fleeing forage.
• Slow sinking profile: Factory weighting gives an extremely slow sink so the bait swims naturally near the surface and can be fished in the 1-4 ft range with a medium retrieve.
• Versatile retrievals: Anglers can fish a wide gliding motion or switch to faster twitching cadences for a more reactive presentation to trigger follows and strikes.
• Swivel hook hangers: Hook hangers allow the hooks to move with the fish and reduce leverage that can let large bass throw the bait, improving hook retention.
• Realistic finish: Ultra-realistic 3D details and premium paint schemes increase visual realism in clear and pressured water.

Who It's For

The Draw 6.5 is ideal for bass anglers who need a compact glide bait for waters with smaller forage or pressured fisheries where a large profile looks unnatural. It suits weekend anglers and tournament fishermen who want a dependable, realistic action that covers shallow to mid- shallow water effectively.

Those who should look elsewhere include anglers exclusively fishing deep water or targeting very large forage; the Draw 6.5 is designed for 1-4 ft presentations and a smaller profile, so it will not replace larger swimbaits intended for deep or big-bait situations.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Faithful glide action co-designed with a champion angler offers proven, lifelike movement.
• Extremely slow sinking weight allows controlled shallow presentations and long, natural glides.
• Swivel hook hangers reduce leverage issues and improve hook sets on aggressive fish.
• Premium paint and 3D detailing increase realism and entice wary bass.

Cons

• Designed for shallow to mid-shallow work (about 1-4 ft), so it is not suited for deep water targeting.
• Contains lead and sharp hooks, requiring careful handling and storage away from children.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The Draw 6.5 is a smart addition for anglers seeking a compact, high-fidelity glide bait that covers shallow flats and pressured water where smaller forage dominates. Its slow sink, realistic finishes, and swivel hook hangers make it good value for those who want a reliable shallow swimbait that converts follows into solid hooksets.

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep does the Draw 6.5 run?
The bait is extremely slow sinking and fishes best in the 1-4 ft range on a steady medium retrieve.

Are the hooks fixed or moving?
The Draw 6.5 uses swivel hook hangers so the hooks move with the fish to reduce leverage and improve retention.

Is the bait realistic enough for pressured fish?
Yes; ultra-realistic 3D details and premium paint schemes are designed to increase realism in clear and pressured water.