they are the best i have used. have used several of the other knock offs. they have alot more action than the others = softer plastic and hence don't last through very many bites. the money minnows are ok but the paddle is smaller and therefore does not "shimmy as much". the colors on the basstrix are phenomenal. as far as rigging, here on cland and dale -> 1/4 oz ball jig head with long shank hook for the 4in version. catches EVERYTHING that swims. they are hard to come by for sure.