Spring in New Zealand marks the start of one of the most exciting times of the year for snapper fishing — the arrival of snapper workups. As the water begins to warm and baitfish like pilchards and anchovies move closer to shore, snapper follow in huge numbers, feeding aggressively beneath diving birds and surface action.
If you’re gearing up for spring snapper workups in NZ, having the right jig head and softbait combo can make all the difference. In these high-action conditions, your lure needs to sink fast, move naturally, and stand out amongst clouds of bait.
Whether you’re fishing the Hauraki Gulf, Bream Bay, Bay of Islands, or the Coromandel, these 5 proven snapper softbait combos have been tested in real NZ conditions and consistently deliver results.
paired with Z-Man Laguna Shrimp 5” Jerk Shad
Ninth Nebula Pink Glow & Zman Laguna Shrimp Combo
The ultimate “candy combo” for bright, calm spring conditions. When the sun is high and the water is clear, visibility becomes your ally. This combo stands out with vibrant colours that snapper love to smash.
It’s a top performer in places like the Firth of Thames, Hauraki Gulf, Bream Bay where spring water clarity often improves as the season progresses.
Ninth Nebula Pink Glow & Zman Laguna Shrimp Combo
Ninth Nebula Purple Frost & Zman Redbone Combo
paired with Z-Man Redbone 5” Jerk Shad
Ninth Nebula Purple Frost & Zman Redbone Combo
Some days, snapper hang deeper under the workup and get selective. That’s where this subtle but effective combo comes into its own. The shimmer of the Purple Frost jig head and the lifelike movement of the Redbone softbait work beautifully together to entice cautious fish.
Ideal for prospecting the edges of a workup or when things slow down midday.
paired with Daiwa Bait Junkie Grub 4″ (Takasagi)
Ninth Nebula Orange Roughy & Daiwa Bait Junkie Takasagi Combo
When workups are happening close to river mouths or in stirred-up spring water, visibility becomes a challenge. That’s when the high-contrast Orange Roughy jig head paired with the Takasagi softbait comes into play.
If you’re fishing the drift or chasing inshore spring workups, this combo is a must-have in your tackle box.
Ninth Nebula Orange Roughy & Daiwa Bait Junkie Takasagi Combo
Ninth Nebula Cabbage Patch & Z-Man Houdini Combo
paired with Z-Man Houdini 5” Jerk Shad
Ninth Nebula Cabbage Patch & Z-Man Houdini Combo
This is a versatile combo for twitch-style fishing, especially when snapper are actively hunting and need a fast-moving target to trigger a bite. The Z-Man Houdini Jerk Shad provides erratic, darting action that mimics fleeing baitfish, while the Cabbage Patch jig head holds up well in rough terrain.
Perfect for fishing around structure or when the bite is on fire beneath a feeding frenzy.
paired with Daiwa Bait Junkie Grub 4″ (BP Iwashi Glow)
Ninth Nebula Blue Magic & Daiwa Bait Junkie BP Iwashi Glow Combo
This is our go-to combo for deep or midwater workups. The Nebula Blue Magic jig head mimics natural baitfish colours, while the BP Iwashi Glow tail gives off a subtle glow that makes it deadly when the water is slightly murky or shaded by bait clouds.
This combo shines when you’re drifting under active birds and need to get your bait into the strike zone quickly.
Ninth Nebula Blue Magic & Daiwa Bait Junkie BP Iwashi Glow Combo
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