Coda Lures MataBore Tungsten Skirted Punching Weight
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Coda Lures MataBore Tungsten Skirted Punching Weight
Penetrate. Punch. Dominate.
The Matabore Skirted Punching Weight from Coda Lures is the ultimate answer to matted grass, hyacinth rafts, thick milfoil, and any other heavy cover that hides big bass. Crafted with a compact 97% pure tungsten core, the Matabore punches through vegetation with ease while maintaining a streamlined profile that lets you reach fish others can't.
What separates the Matabore from conventional punching setups is its integrated, hand-tied skirt, directly cinched to the tungsten cone. This eliminates the need for separate skirt collars or rigging bands — meaning fewer parts, less slippage, and more natural presentation right out of the pack. The skirt stays in place and flares properly, cast after cast.
The tungsten head isn’t just denser — it’s smaller, harder, and more sensitive than lead alternatives. That compact shape improves entry through cover, reduces hangups, and increases vibration transmission through your line. Whether you’re targeting bass in hot summer mats or isolated emergent grass in fall transition zones, the Matabore delivers consistent performance and brutal hookup efficiency.
Pair it with a stout flipping hook and a Barracuda Baits punch-style trailer, and you’ve got a grass rig that’s tournament-grade and confidence-built.
Technical Specifications
Weight Composition
Made from 97% tungsten for superior density and a smaller profile
Environmentally safe alternative to lead
Hard surface transmits bottom content for better decision-making
Skirt Construction
Wire-tied by hand directly to the tungsten head — no rubber collars or flimsy O-rings
Compact cut with premium silicone for lifelike flare even in still water
Skirt placement optimized for alignment with standard flipping hook eye position
Weight Options
Available in multiple sizes including 1oz, 1 1/4 oz, and 1 1/2 oz — built for true punching efficiency
Compact body enables better entry and exit from cover, reducing fatigue and frustration
Fishing Applications
Matted Grass Punching
This is the Matabore’s bread and butter. Rig it with a straight-shank flipping hook and a compact Barracuda creature or beaver-style trailer. Let it crash through surface vegetation and pause just below. Many bites happen within seconds of breaking through.
Isolated Cover Flipping
Punching isn’t limited to mats. The Matabore shines in sparse cover too — cattails, reeds, even submerged bushes. Its dense design allows precise vertical falls and target-oriented flips.
Current-Oriented Cover
Tungsten’s weight-to-size ratio keeps your presentation tight and fast. In river systems or current-driven backwaters, use the Matabore to target eddies and vertical seams without drift.
Cold Front Tactics
When fish get tight to cover in cold or post-frontal conditions, downsizing the profile without losing the sink rate becomes critical. The Matabore lets you maintain fall speed while cutting visual bulk — especially when paired with a streamlined Barracuda Baits trailer.
Recommended Pairings with Barracuda Baits Trailers
Compact Creatures – For high-flare, low-drag action in thick vegetation
Beaver-Style Trailers – For glide and subtle movement on the fall
Finesse Craws – For tight profile and high hookup conversion
Punch-Ready Swimbaits – When pressured fish need something different in the mat
Each Barracuda trailer is designed to hold firm during aggressive hooksets and maintain action even in tight quarters — essential for high-pressure punching.
