The 6th Sense Panorama is one of the most versatile baits in our lineup, but it is also one of the most misunderstood.
That is because it does not fit into just one category. Depending on the size, the Panorama can be a drop shot bait, a chatterbait trailer, a buzzbait trailer, a big baitfish imitator, a bed fishing tool, or even a soft-plastic version of a flutter spoon.
From the tiny 2-inch Panorama all the way up to the oversized 9.5-inch model, each size has its own lane.
Understanding the Panorama Lineup
The Panorama comes in several sizes, giving anglers options for everything from finesse fishing to targeting giant offshore bass.
The smaller sizes shine when bass are feeding on tiny baitfish or when the bite gets tough. The mid-size models are extremely versatile as trailers and baitfish imitators. The bigger sizes bring a large, natural profile that can trigger the kind of fish you are not going to catch on standard-sized baits.
The key is matching the size to the rig and the situation.
2-Inch and 2.8-Inch Panorama: Drop Shot Rig
The smallest Panorama sizes are perfect for a drop shot.
Nose-hook the bait with a small drop shot hook and rig it flat so the bait sits horizontally in the water. That flat rigging angle gives the bait more natural wave, jiggle, and tail motion.
This setup is especially good when fish are pressured or feeding on very small bait.
It is also a great follow-up option. When bass stop biting other drop shot baits, the small Panorama can give them a different look without overpowering them.
One important tip: do not overwork it. With the Panorama, less is often more. Letting it sit almost motionless can be one of the best ways to get bites.
3.5-Inch and 5-Inch Panorama: Chatterbait Trailer
One of the most productive ways to fish the Panorama is as a bladed jig or chatterbait trailer.
The 3.5-inch and 5-inch sizes both work well, depending on the hook size and profile you want. The Panorama gives a bladed jig a natural baitfish look with a subtle tail kick that matches the vibration of the blade.
This is not a muddy-water, high-contrast trailer for us. It shines best in cleaner water, around grass, or in cooler water when fish want a tighter, more natural profile.
You can fish it with the skirt on, or remove the skirt for a cleaner baitfish-style presentation.
The biggest key is rigging it perfectly straight. If the bait is crooked, the bladed jig can roll or track poorly.
Panorama as a Buzzbait Trailer
The 5-inch Panorama also makes a sneaky-good buzzbait trailer.
Its flat body gives the bait a natural profile, and the vibration of the buzzbait creates a subtle quiver through the tail. It may not have a hard kicking action like some traditional buzzbait trailers, but that natural look is exactly what makes it different.
The flat body also makes it an excellent skipping trailer around docks, overhangs, and tight cover.
For better durability, add a small dab of super glue where the bait meets the head.
5-Inch and 6.5-Inch Panorama: Divine Swimbait Jig Head
For targeting bigger fish, especially with forward-facing sonar, the 5-inch and 6.5-inch Panorama pair extremely well with a Divine Swimbait Jig Head.
This rig is deadly when you are casting at individual fish, swimming the bait toward them, and letting it fall naturally.
The flat-sided body gives the bait a unique spiral on the fall. Short twitches, steady hops, and pauses can all trigger bites, but one of the best moves is to let it hit bottom and do nothing.
Dead-sticking the Panorama can be the deal.
This rig also works well for bed fishing because it can be rigged weedless and shaken in place to imitate a baitfish or bluegill disturbing the bed.
9.5-Inch Panorama: Soft Flutter Spoon Style
The 9.5-inch Panorama is built for big bites.
One of the best ways to rig it is on a large weighted beast-style hook, with the bait positioned so the weight sits below the body. Think of it like a natural soft-plastic flutter spoon.
This presentation is excellent around offshore schools, brush piles, and summer bass that have already seen crankbaits, hair jigs, spoons, and dragging baits.
Let it spiral down, then rip it up with the rod. The oversized body and thick tail create a hard kick and shimmy that can trigger the biggest fish in the school.
This is a heavy setup, so match it with strong gear, heavy fluorocarbon, and quality terminal tackle.
Sneaky Rig: 5-Inch Panorama on a Swing Head
One of the most overlooked ways to fish the Panorama is on a swing head, especially with the 5-inch size.
Instead of rigging it straight through the nose like a normal creature bait, start the hook slightly farther back around the gill plate area. This positions the nose of the bait so it catches the bottom as the swing head drags.
As you reel and twitch slack into the bait, the head drags while the Panorama kicks, pulses, and pops with a wild side-to-side action.
This is a great offshore technique for pressured groups of fish that have seen the standard rotation of baits.
To keep the bait from sliding, use a hook with a keeper or add a small peg stopper near the bend of the hook.
Final Takeaway
The 6th Sense Panorama is not just one bait with one purpose.
It can be a finesse drop shot bait, a natural chatterbait trailer, a buzzbait trailer, a forward-facing sonar bait, a bed fishing tool, a big offshore fish catcher, and a sneaky swing head presentation.
The secret is choosing the right size and rigging it to match the situation.
