--- product_id: 49527044 title: "PowerBait MaxScent The General Fishing Soft Bait" brand: "berkley" price: "R281" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49527044-powerbait-maxscent-the-general-fishing-soft-bait store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Forage-matching colors 9.5g weight 5" size PowerBait MaxScent The General Fishing Soft Bait **Brand:** berkley **Price:** R281 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Hooked on Success: Elevate Your Fishing Game! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PowerBait MaxScent The General Fishing Soft Bait by berkley - **How much does it cost?** R281 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49527044-powerbait-maxscent-the-general-fishing-soft-bait) ## Best For - berkley enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted berkley brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Versatile Rigging Options:** Adapt to any fishing scenario with multiple rigging methods like wacky, Texas, and Carolina rigs. - β€’ **Realistic Texture & Finish:** Choose from ultra-realistic textures and matte finishes that mimic natural forage perfectly. - β€’ **Unmatched Scent Technology:** Experience Berkley's exclusive PowerBait MaxScent formula that expands your strike zone. - β€’ **Classic Profile, Modern Action:** Enjoy the enticing stick bait profile with a slow fall and subtle shimmy that bass can't resist. - β€’ **Color Variety for Every Condition:** Match the hatch with a range of premium colors designed to attract your target species. ## Overview The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent The General Fishing Soft Bait is a revolutionary stick worm designed for bass fishing. Weighing 9.5 grams and measuring 5 inches, it features an exclusive scent dispersion technology that enhances strike attraction. With versatile rigging options and a variety of realistic colors, this bait is engineered to outperform traditional options in any fishing condition. ## Description Berkley Berkley PowerBait MaxScent The General ## Features - BERKLEY POWERBAIT MAXSCENT THE GENERAL SOFT PLASTIC STICK WORM: A new take on the classic stick worm, the Berkley PowerBait MaxScent The General brings proven scent dispersion technology to an age old, proven profile bass cannot resist. - SCENT MATTERS: Berkley's exclusive PowerBait MaxScent formula adds the technology of scent release to the PowerBait formula – designed, tested and proven on the water to expand the strike zone, attract fish and deliver bites other baits won't. - ENTICING STICK BAIT PROFILE AND ACTION: With a classic stick bait profile, The General delivers a slow rate of fall paired with a subtle shimmy. - MATCH THE HATCH with a variety of premium, forage matching colorways, ultra-realistic texture / matte finish and three sizes to choose from based on preferences and fishing conditions. - VERSATILITY: Anglers love The General’s versatility. The General can be rigged in a multitude of ways that best fit any given fishing scenario. Rigging as a wacky rig, Texas rig, Carolina rig or shakey head are just a few examples. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Item Weight | 9.5 Grams | | Item Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1 inches | | Size | 5" | | Target Species | Mackerel | | Color | Watermelon Copper/Orange w/Red | ## Images ![PowerBait MaxScent The General Fishing Soft Bait - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71O7uFg1S9L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Works when conditions are tough *by P***E on Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2023* As the weather has turned colder and colder with moderate drought conditions, successfully catching largemouth in the Washington Maryland suburbs has prompted me to try different baits to regain an edge trying to catch pressured fish. I decided to try using the 2.75" litl general and 4" and 5" Poerbait MaxScent baits. I use Senkos, BP Stickos, and YumDingers all the time. I prefer the Senkos but the soft plastic they use imparts more action at the expense of durability. At over $1 each I was concerned with burning through a couple packs of MaxScent. They work. After I caught five bass in the 2.5 to 3.5 lb range, my friends switch to ned rigs too. They used their own soft plastics. While they boat two fish, I boated four more. Nine fish to the boat and the lure still looked good. I used more in the pack because I gave them to my buddies to use. I switched to the 4" stick and was fishing wackey with no hits for 15 minutes. Rigged the same bait with a Charlie Brewer's spider head rugged Texposed and caught two more but then switched back to the ned rig. Caught a couple more nice fish in 15 minutes. Wind came up and we were looking light and decided to pull out. Used the same Ned rig to catch about 5 - 6 fish four days later before a huge bluegill tore it up enough that I decided to replace it. They baits catch fish. They follow the scent trail, if the decide to sample, they hold on longer, and the baits hold up. I was catching larger fish than my buddies and numbers wise, out catching them 4 to 1 conservatively. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars It works *by D***. on Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2024* Maxscent is one the best fish catching soft plastics. I like them all ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Not very durable *by C***I on Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2023* Product is a fish catcher but they are soft and only lasts for one or 2 fish. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49527044-powerbait-maxscent-the-general-fishing-soft-bait](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49527044-powerbait-maxscent-the-general-fishing-soft-bait) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-06*