Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow Fishing Soft Bait review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

product features

Natural Presentation
Lifelike detail
Color: Black Shad

product description

Natural presentation in action, scent and taste. Lifelike detail. Quivering tail action. Longer lasting results than live bait. Specifications:- Size: 2.5in.- Weight: 6.9oz.- Color: Black Shad- Half-Pint Reseal able Container.

product details

Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 5 x 2 inches; 10.4 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 1296163
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-adult
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 8, 2013
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Pure Fishing
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00FPQQ5DU

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Questions about Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow Fishing Soft Bait

Are they in a pack or a container?

Answer: Depends on the packaging. If it says number, like 18 then, it is a pack. If it says oz then, it's a container.

These baits are in a plastic bag or a bottle/bucket with recharging fluid?

Answer: Plastic bucket with recharging liquid. Carry plastic to wrap over once opened cause they leak

Answer: If it says “Alive” then it’s a jar. Once I open the jar I put them in a ‘specimen’ jar. They won’t leak the fluid like the original container will.

How many baits are in the bucket?

Answer: I am not sure of the number but more then 20 if u buy 2.5 or 3 inchers and since most of the time if u know how to hook them correctly they last more casts then you would think and they work amazing I catch trophy trout which is at least 20" 5lbs all the time with them

Answer: There is a bunch of them. I am still using mine after a year. Everything eats them. I have caught a bunch of different species of fish. I would say at least 40 or maybe more. I use them with a slip bobber rig.

Answer: I have used these for the last year now. Too many to count

How many 2.5” baits come in the 6.9 oz container?

What jig head should I get for the 4in?

Answer: Depends on what your fishing for. I use 1/16 and 1/8 with 6# line. You can go bigger depending test of your line.

i thought i was purchasing the larger size for 16. 96 but got a 12 pack count. is this correct?

Answer: Probably not - you must be very careful when purchasing Gulp on line - it all depends on the seller - I have seen very high prices on products on sites like Amazon where the seller is hoping the buyer has no idea what the cost should be - you might have to pay more for a popular color at times but on average I have found that Gulps costs about $1 each or so do not pay more than that - you will find better prices depending on where and when you shop

Hi, we're looking to purchase 3000 - 4000 rubber fish. 3in - 4in size. we're wondering if you could give us a deal for a large purchase? thank you!

How many per containter or package?

Answer: Package usually says. I think it is 18. About the container, I don't know, but it's a lot...like 50 or so.

How many baits are in the bucket?

Answer: I have used these for the last year now. Too many to count

Anyone try them in saltwater? i got the Black Shad and it says freshwater only.

How many of the 3" firetiger minnows are in a pint?

How many are in a pack ?

Is this one pint or a half pint

Answer: Its neither. The description indicates that the 3 inch Gulp is 11.2 ounces and the 4 inch Gulp is 12 ounces so both are 3/4 of a pint which is 16 ounces or a little less than 3/4 of a pint for the 3 inch.

Answer: It's a Pint

Very hard to find numbers. Does anyone know how many are in the 12oz. container Smelt 4"? The retail packs are 8 each for $5.96.

i thought i was purchasing the larger size for 16. 96 but got a 12 pack count. is this correct?

Very hard to find numbers. Does anyone know how many are in the 12oz. container Smelt 4"? The retail packs are 8 each for $5.96.

How many minnows are in it?

Do these float or sink by themselves? And what weight leadjig head do you use for the 2 1/2"? Thanks.

Answer: The bait Will not sink without a jig head. I usually use 1/8 ounce to a quarter ounce jig head

Answer: They sink slowly. I usually use from 2grams (jig head) up to 6 grams (jig head and removable split shot). I try to get a natural presentation under the water and if I put a 6gram jig head straight, looks odd. I caught many kinds with this one. Good Luck!

Answer: They will sink slowly. I use a 1/16 oz for crappie but have also caught a lot of bass with the same set up

Is it for saltwater use?

Answer: yes

How many 2.5”or 3” baits come in the 6.9 oz container?

Product reviews of Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow Fishing Soft Bait

Mark : Very few gulp baits

Thought you'd get more actual baits. Very disappointed.
If you want the juice then this is for you.
If you want more baits then this is not.

S Allen : Love these things!

Unstoppable when dropshotted in San Diego Bay and off of La Jolla. Looks exactly like an anchovy. I know this product says it for fresh water, but saltwater species DEVOUR IT!

JoshLong I-E : Donnie C. 21" Trophy Brown Trout--May 15 2017-- Trophy Trout Waters

Excellent for trophy trout! Smelt 3"

Mike : They have a nice wiggle to them

I caught fish using them while jigging. They have a nice wiggle to them. You really have to keep them wet as they have a tendency to dry out and get stuck on your jig. I'd say no more than 45 mins out of water or the solution . They can be recharged however. Only reason for the 4 star review is the price. Without the Berkeley rebate the price is too high.

BAC : These things DO work

I have only used them once but fished with a single hook and split shot I caught one 14 inch brown trout and one 6 pound steelhead Both fish were caught in about 15 Min. of fishing. Can't wait to try them on smallmouth bass They are messy but so is live bait. I bought a small bottle of the trout worms and put the minnows in the bottle. This worked well and made for less mess as the bottle lid sealed well.

BAC : These things DO work

Awwex : Berkley 12.8 Oz Bucket Gulp! Alive! 2 1/2" Minnow, Emerald Shiner

good product, comes scented, havent caught anyhting with em' but hey thats why they call it fishing and not catching!

Bruce Snyder : Pretty much any fish that eat minnows

They work well for crappies and bluegills. Pretty much any fish that eat minnows. And I don't have to go and get any live bait. Perfect!!

Thomas A Strawn : Closest thing to live bait but without the hassle

They last longer than the 1" minnows. Just about anything will bite on them. My new goto on fishing bait!

jim : Three Stars

Have no idea how well it will work because the product is taking FOREVER!!!! to get here.

Amazon Customer : Kinda disappointed they show a bucket with way more and sends ...

Kinda disappointed they show a bucket with way more and sends smaller container. So I over payed coulda went to the store and would if been 10 bucks cheaper. But they sure do work great tho

Brad Bowles : Will catch any fish that swims.

These baits catch fish!

Awwex : Berkley 12.8 Oz Bucket Gulp! Alive! 2 1/2" Minnow, Emerald Shiner

good product, comes scented, havent caught anyhting with em' but hey thats why they call it fishing and not catching!

javoris sanford : Five Stars

Catch a lot of fish with these

David C. Tashik Jr. : top water killer

Great product! I thread a 1/0 worm hook through the body and out the top.... no weight. Toss it out and either skip it on the surface or jerk it just below. The bass in NJ can't look the other way! Buy it!

Thomas A Strawn : Closest thing to live bait but without the hassle

They last longer than the 1" minnows. Just about anything will bite on them. My new goto on fishing bait!

Kevin B : We use these for Crappie fishing and are much better than using live bait

We use these for Crappie fishing and are much better than using live bait. The only complaint I have is that the packing doesn;t list the amount of minnows you receive. It goes by weight and since most of the weight is "juice" it really isn't a good indicator of what you are actually getting. Berkley should include the number of actual minnows you get.

Marco casss : Don't want money back just please replace same only saltwater

Ordered the wrong kind, I need salt water bait not freshwater, need to return n replace all freshwater product I received

RH : Good Product

I have had great success with gulp lures. If you want to relax and catch fish, this is teh way.

Kelly : Great bait

Love this product

Chang : Five Stars

works great.

timberdoodle76 : Great Product

I cannot believe that these really out fish live bait but they sure do. I have used them to catch Crappie, White Perch, Bass. I have tried them at the same time as live bait and they outfish the live bait everytime.

Hannah W. : Great fishing bait

Any time I get these less than full price I buy. Can't ever have enough of these.

Leanna : Great for blue gill but not tight cover seal

The water gook stuff the fake minnows are in sometimes leaks in my tackle box. Blue gills love these things though. Alright product. Look alright. Stand out well enough in the water. Pretty light and short. Use hook 2-6 size. No aught hooks clearly.

Dave : great bait

works like a charm

Bruce Snyder : Pretty much any fish that eat minnows

They work well for crappies and bluegills. Pretty much any fish that eat minnows. And I don't have to go and get any live bait. Perfect!!

Mark : Very few gulp baits

Thought you'd get more actual baits. Very disappointed.
If you want the juice then this is for you.
If you want more baits then this is not.

Hannah W. : Great fishing bait

Any time I get these less than full price I buy. Can't ever have enough of these.

Kevin Scott : Awesome bait for Bass and large Trout!

The Gulp Alive 4 inch minnows arrive in the Gulp Alive scent attractant bucket that allows you to recharge your baits by putting them back in. They absorb more Gulp scent and attractant than ever before and have much better swimming action than original Gulp minnows in the past. With more attractant and better action these lures make for a great fishing trip every time. Most important is that to the fish they still taste like natural food so they bite and hold on tight allowing for great hook sets. Baits are easily kept in the storage container and require not additional care, you just take them out when your ready put them on a jig head and they are ready to fish. I have caught countless numbers of fish with these and I am very happy with the product. Thanks Berkley for another great fishing product!

•Non-perishable, does not require refrigeration.
•Preserves natural shape and swimming action.
•Releases 400 times the scent as plastic baits.
•Disperses potent scent and flavor. Like a blood trail in the water.
•Recharge bait by placing back into attractant filled bucket.

Kubota : fish love these

great for fishing

William E. : Minnows seemed old, We couldn't even put it on ...

Minnows seemed old, We couldn't even put it on the hook without it falling apart. We used maybe 13 pieces from the can where they ended up falling apart!!!!

Wendy Mobley : Incorrect description

According to the product description, this should be an 18oz bucket. I received a 12oz tub. The product itself is wonderful. My husband refuses to use anything else.

Amazon Customer : Awesome

Works fantastic on all species of fish

Dave : great bait

works like a charm

Keith S. Koch : This work!!!

If the fish are there, it will bite. I fish on a kayak with my wife and has many type of fish.

Bruce Snyder : Pretty much any fish that eat minnows

They work well for crappies and bluegills. Pretty much any fish that eat minnows. And I don't have to go and get any live bait. Perfect!!

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