A StarZ Is Reborn

Z-Man’s unrigged PrawnStarZ LB elevates rigging choices, realism, and strike response

Ladson, SC (July 10, 2026) – In a world the place saltwater predators are getting smarter and extra selective, solely the true stars shine beneath the floor. After the blockbuster 2024 debut of the unique pre-rigged PrawnStarZ, which claimed the coveted Greatest in Class Award for Saltwater Tender Lures, Z-Man returns to the highlight with the subsequent chapter within the saga.  The all-new Z-Man® PrawnStarZ LB (unfastened physique) is primed to show heads when it hits the highlight at ICAST 2025. 

This yr’s launch provides a flexible 3.5-inch unrigged model of the shrimp that stole the present. Constructed on the identical hyper-realistic PrawnStarZ profile, the unfastened physique model provides anglers rigging flexibility to match cowl, present and water depth, making it ideally suited to each utility from shallow water sight fishing to probing deep passes and drop-offs. With a segmented physique that delivers fluid movement, legs that quiver on the autumn, an upswept tail that flaps and pulses on each twitch, and ultra-detailed hand-painted shade schemes, it’s designed to look and transfer like the true factor—and perhaps even higher.

Based on Jose Chavez, Z-Man’s Director of Product Growth and diehard inshore angler, “We wished to present anglers the liberty to rig this bait nevertheless they fish—from exposed-hook jigheads in open water to weedless shows in thick grass. That’s why we sculpted the nostril to be streamlined and rounded—it slides cleanly by way of vegetation with out fouling, which is essential while you’re concentrating on fish on shallow grass flats.”

Engineered for fast and intuitive rigging versatility, the PrawnStarZ LB incorporates a molded channel within the nostril for exact, straight hook alignment and a recessed dorsal pocket to hide the hook level when circumstances dictate a snag-free presentation.  Whether or not it’s pinned to a Z-Man Trout Eye or HeadlockZ jighead, or rigged weedless utilizing a Weighted ZWG Swimbait Hook or Texas Eye Jighead, this crustacean imitation is a pure wherever redfish, seatrout, flounder, snook, tripletail, and juvenile tarpon patrol.

Constructed from 10X Powerful ElaZtech®, the PrawnStarZ LB is constructed to resist relentless strikes and harsh saltwater circumstances. This proprietary materials just isn’t solely extremely sturdy—resisting nicks, tears, and bite-offs—but additionally is of course buoyant, enhancing the bait’s lifelike posture and affording exact depth management all through the water column. Anglers can fish the PrawnstarZ LB longer, tougher, and with extra confidence, figuring out it gained’t give up earlier than the chew does.

Chavez provides, “The PrawnStarZ LB is all about sturdiness and adaptableness, however its realism is what actually makes it shine. We spent numerous time dialing within the tail mechanics and leg placement to verify it seems to be alive even when it’s simply falling by way of the water column.  Simply watch these legs vibrate, and also you’ll perceive why this bait outfishes another shrimp in the marketplace.”

Lowcountry information and achieved match angler Capt. Stephen Flook has already put the bait to work on his dwelling waters with excellent outcomes. “This factor’s a trout and redfish magnet,” he mentioned. “I’ve been throwing it round oyster bars and grass edges, and the way in which it falls and flutters—it’s like ringing the dinner bell. I like that I can rig it weedless and nonetheless get that pure motion. It’s excellent for purchasers who wish to fish confidently with out hanging up each forged.”

Supplied in twelve meticulously hand-painted colours designed to match the delicate shades of actual shrimp in addition to confirmed patterns most popular by saltwater guides working Gulf and Atlantic coastlines, the PrawnstarZ LB checks in at a $9.99 MSRP per 3-pack. Coming Fall 2025.