Night Fishing With The Savage Gear Gravity Stick – It all Changed on the flood
There had been some good reports of bass being caught on lures, but strangely enough, there hadn’t been many social media posts about bait fishing – perhaps they’re keeping it a secret.
One night, we headed to one of our local venues to fish the ebbing tide. Last year, this venue seemed to be a ‘no-brainer’ if the conditions were right. There always seemed to be people fishing there in the daytime when I’d be driving the streets, taxi driving.
Fishing The Flooding Tide
As darkness fell and the tide started to flood, we carried on fishing where we’d normally go home at that time – work, see, ruins everything. I’d put on a weighted gravity stick because the ground in front of us was still pretty shallow. You would have got snagged with a hard lure for sure. Komomo 2? Maybe ok.
When retrieving the lure, I could feel the odd bump as the lure was catching the rocks where it was shallow. To be honest, we hadn’t seen or had any action up until now. Then Steve Wood hooked into a bass on a Savage Gear Sandeel V2 Weedless the Rhubarb & Custard colour – at freakin last I thought. A fish, at last, well done mate.
Then a couple of casts later, I felt the mood had changed, the tide was building pretty rapidly, and at last, to my excitement, I felt a definite fish, but not a hook up. Then on the next cast, again as soon as my lure had hit the water. I said to Steve, “I’m gonna get one in a minute” I just knew it.
Then next cast bang! I was in and could tell from the line being stripped from my reel that this was a semi-decent fish. Phew, at last. This angry bass had steamed down to the left of me as I gradually managed to get it close to the platform we were fishing on. Yeeeehaaaaa!
What a lovely fish, maybe just a tad under 60cm and what a fight. I am a firm believer that fishing with soft plastics with just a single hook, the fish fight harder, in my opinion. Maybe sometimes those evil treble hooks are a little too much for
Off she went to fight another day, and that was my biggest of the year so far (there haven’t been many), but again, this had been another learning curve for us – that going that extra mile (rather than worrying about work in the morning) can sometimes pay off.
The Gravity Stick is certainly going to feature in my fishing this year, it certainly worked that night for sure. Even though we never hooked up again, we decided not to take any risks getting cut off by the tide. Not worth the risk, guys.
🎯 FAQ – Savage Gear Gravity Stick (Night Fishing & Tips)
Is the Savage Gear Gravity Stick good for night fishing?
Yes, it’s excellent. The weighted version allows you to fish shallow ground without constant snagging, especially in low-light conditions where judging depth and structure can be tricky. The stick bait’s subtle action makes it ideal for spooky, pressured bass at night.
What colours work best for the Gravity Stick at night?
Natural or darker silhouettes tend to perform better at night — colours like Motor Oil, Black & Gold, or even darker greens. But sometimes brighter colours (like Rhubarb & Custard on the Sandeel) surprise you, especially under a bright moon.
Should I use a weighted or unweighted Gravity Stick?
For rough or shallow ground, a weighted Gravity Stick is usually better as it keeps the lure down and casts further. Use an unweighted version in calm, snag-free areas or when fish are feeding close to the surface.
What retrieve works best with the Gravity Stick?
A slow and steady retrieve with the odd pause or twitch tends to get results. Let the lure flutter down during pauses — that’s often when the strike comes. You don’t need to rip it in fast. Bass will hit on the drop or slow swim.
Is the Gravity Stick weedless?
It can be rigged weedless easily using an offset hook and weighted belly hook. That’s what makes it perfect for rocky and kelpy ground, like we were fishing. Less snags, more casts.
How does the Gravity Stick compare to Savage Gear Sandeel V2?
The Sandeel V2 is more of a swim bait with a tail-kicking action, while the Gravity Stick is more subtle, better for finesse or pressured fish. The Gravity Stick also gives more control over how you rig and retrieve it.
Can you use the Gravity Stick during the day?
Absolutely. It’s great in clear water conditions when bass are playing hard to get, and it excels in shallower areas where more aggressive lures might spook the fish. But it’s also a great lure after dark, as proven in this session. In fact, it is a lure that many lure anglers go to for night fishing for bass.
What gear do I need to fish it effectively?
Maybe a rod rated between 10 to 35 grams should be well sufficient and then a 3000 or 4000 reel. As for braid, go for a 20lb line and a 15lb fluorocarbon leader. You should be good to go with that set-up but it’s not a given just go with the flow. All of my rods have different ratings – I could easily use them all.
🎣 Conclusion – Sometimes You’ve Just Got to Stay That Bit Longer
There’s no doubt the Savage Gear Gravity Stick earned its place in my lure box that night. While most would’ve packed up and gone home after the ebb, we pushed through into the flood, and it changed everything.
Fishing is full of those small lessons – being in the right spot, at the right time, with the right lure. That single hook setup and subtle presentation made all the difference. The bass fought hard, and the memory of that fish charging off into the current is exactly what keeps us coming back.
It’s not always about the numbers. One good fish on a lure you’ve got confidence in beats a dozen blanks. The Gravity Stick worked, and it’ll definitely be coming with me next time I’m out under the stars.
Stay safe out there, and don’t take risks with tides. The fish will be there another night — but you won’t be if you’re swept off your rock.
