OG Wiggle Wart

Storm Original Wiggle Wart — Detailed Description

The Wiggle Wart is a compact, deep-diving crankbait known for its aggressive side-to-side hunting action, loud internal rattle, and ability to deflect off rock and hard cover. Its rounded, high-backed body and oversized molded diving bill create a wide, irregular wobble that resembles a fleeing crawfish, small bluegill, or injured baitfish.

Unlike crankbaits that track in a perfectly straight line, the Wiggle Wart naturally wanders slightly left and right during the retrieve. This erratic movement creates sudden directional changes that can trigger reaction strikes, especially from bass holding around rocky banks, points, ledges, bridge riprap, stumps, and submerged timber. Rapala describes the lure as having a distinctive wide-wobbling action that is particularly effective when imitating crawfish.

The integrated diving bill allows the lure to dig into the bottom and bounce across rock. When the bill contacts cover, the bait rolls or kicks sideways before returning to its normal swimming path. This combination of bottom contact, vibration, sound, and unpredictable movement is the primary reason the Wiggle Wart remains popular for cold-water and early-spring bass fishing.

Standard Original Wiggle Wart Specifications