The Megabass Magslowl isn’t just another soft swimbait. It’s a purpose-built tool engineered for subtle, ultra-natural presentations in colder or clearer water. While it may share some DNA with Megabass’s more widely known Magdraft, the Magslowl breaks off with its own identity in how it swims, tracks, and triggers bites.
Built for Slow, Subtle Movement
The defining trait of the Magslowl is in its name. This bait was made to be crawled, crept, and subtly swum through the strike zone. Its action starts at near crawl speeds, where other swimbaits often fail to engage or collapse in the water column.
Unlike more aggressive soft swimbaits, the Magslowl holds a straight, level track on the retrieve. The body doesn’t roll or wobble heavily. Instead, it swims with a tight tail kick and a faint body shimmy, designed to mimic a struggling or unaware baitfish. That tighter action shines in cold or pressured water when fish are less willing to commit to wide, thumping movements.
Megabass intentionally tuned this bait to avoid the hard-body roll of the Magdraft. Instead, the Magslowl’s design keeps the head stable while the tail moves with minimal resistance, creating a more finesse-style presence that doesn’t spook wary fish.
Hook Concealment with Smart Rigging
A standout feature of the Magslowl is its neodymium magnetic hook keeper built into the belly. The belly treble nestles into this recessed slot and stays locked in place during the retrieve, keeping the profile streamlined and snag-resistant. When a fish hits, the hook is released from the magnet and is free-swinging on a short swivel, helping eliminate leverage during the fight and improving hook-to-land ratios.
This hidden-hook system also contributes to the bait’s natural swimming posture. The Magslowl runs with a slight nose-down orientation, subtly tucking the hook further under the bait and giving you more confidence when working it around cover or along the bottom.
Versatile in Size and Weight
The Magslowl comes in three sizes:
- 5-inch (7/8 oz)
- 7-inch (1 1/4 oz)
- 9-inch (3 1/4 oz)
While each size shares the same swimming DNA, the larger sizes naturally push more water and offer more drawing power. The 7-inch model hits the sweet spot for anglers wanting big-bait action without committing to oversized gear, while the 9-inch appeals to trophy hunters and those keyed in on swimbait-specific fisheries.
Despite their weight, all three cast smoothly and track well on the retrieve. The internal weighting helps with long, accurate casts and keeps the bait swimming true at various depths.
Built to Last — and Look Good Doing It
Megabass didn’t skimp on quality with the Magslowl. From the durable, soft-plastic formulation to the high-end hardware, every component is built to fish hard. The body is soft enough to allow solid hook penetration but resilient enough to withstand multiple fish.
Add in premium split rings, swivels, and a feathered belly treble for added realism, and you’ve got a swimbait that’s both functional and visually convincing.
Colors like DO Clear give the bait an ultra-natural flash and translucency that shines in clear-water scenarios, particularly when you’re targeting visual feeders like smallmouth or spotted bass.
Built with a Purpose
The Megabass Magslowl is a swimbait built with a clear purpose: to trigger bites when fish are at their most cautious. Whether you’re fishing cold fronts, winter structure, or just heavily pressured clear water, this bait offers a uniquely subtle approach that fills a key gap in a swimbait angler’s lineup.
If you’re already a fan of the Magdraft but need something more refined, or if you’re looking for a bait that can swim slowly and naturally without losing balance or action, the Magslowl is worth a serious look.