The Headbanger FireTail V2 8-1/2" is the big FireTail — updated with a slimmer, taller baitfish profile for better stability and performance, made of durable phthalate-free plastics with scale details and dual-injected colors. Why anglers fish the FireTail V2 8-1/2" Highly engineered tail — an unmatched S-shaped waggling action with heavy belly flash Trophy size — 12" swimming length built for the biggest pike and muskie Updated V2 profile — slim, stable swim at any speed Durable, phthalate-free plastic — survives toothy strikes Pairs with the RockerHead Stinger — for an action level no other soft bait reaches When and how to fish it Rig it any way you prefer, but the RockerHead Stinger XL is the proven combo: normal to slow retrieves with pauses that turn the bait sideways and trigger followers. Fish it over shallow weed flats in warm water and along deeper edges when big fish drop down.