Predator tackle · Jointed soft swimbaits · Our take
Fox Rage Replicant Realistic Roach 20cm
Super Natural Roach, 20cm / 8in, 120g
A big, jointed soft swimbait with a proper roach profile, lifelike movement and enough presence to tempt a lump when smaller lures just aren’t getting a look-in.
- 20cm / 8in jointed soft swimbait weighing 120g.
- Super Natural Roach colour with highly realistic roach detailing.
- Lifelike swimming action designed to imitate a roach.
- Supplied with high-end treble hooks and Arma-Point technology.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Fox Rage Jointed Replicant Super Natural Roach, commonly listed as the Fox Rage Replicant Realistic Roach, in the 20cm version.
Tackle Index Score
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A convincing big-pike swimbait with strong realism and useful depth adjustment, provided your tackle is up to the job.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.1/10
- Performance9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.9/10
- Ease of Use7.9/10
- Value for Money8.6/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Pike anglers targeting bigger fish. The 20cm roach profile gives you a substantial meal silhouette and plenty of visual presence.
- Anglers fishing larger waters, reservoirs and deep edges. The weight and optional added ballast make it useful for covering water and working different depths.
Maybe skip if
- Light lure anglers. At 120g, this needs suitably powerful predator tackle rather than a standard perch or chub setup.
- Small-stream and finesse lure anglers. The 20cm body is a big offering and can be a bit much when the venue calls for tiny, delicate presentations.
The lowdown
Introducing the Fox Rage Replicant Realistic Roach 20cm
A big, jointed soft swimbait with a proper roach profile, lifelike movement and enough presence to tempt a lump when smaller lures just aren’t getting a look-in.
- 20cm / 8in jointed soft swimbait weighing 120g.
- Super Natural Roach colour with highly realistic roach detailing.
- Lifelike swimming action designed to imitate a roach.
- Supplied with high-end treble hooks and Arma-Point technology.
Quick verdict
Verdict
The 20cm Replicant is a cracking big-fish lure for pike anglers who want a convincing roach imitation with plenty of body movement. It’s not a subtle little search bait, but that’s the point: this one is built to make an impression.
The weight and jointed action mean you’ll need suitable predator tackle, but the reward is a lure that can cover water, fish the margins and work over drop-offs without loads of faff. A proper bit of kit when you’re after a serious pike.
A convincing big-pike swimbait with strong realism and useful depth adjustment, provided your tackle is up to the job.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.1/10
- Performance
- 9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.9/10
- Ease of Use
- 7.9/10
- Value for Money
- 8.6/10
Realistic detailing, a jointed body, high-end trebles and Arma-Point technology make it feel like a properly equipped predator lure.
The 20cm profile, 120g weight and lifelike swimming action give it strong presence across a range of pike swims.
A convincing roach imitation can show a pike a substantial, familiar meal when smaller lures aren’t getting noticed.
The retrieve is straightforward, but the 120g weight demands suitable heavy tackle and careful hook handling.
It combines a ready-equipped soft swimbait with useful adjustability, making it a versatile option for anglers targeting bigger pike.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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Fox Rage Replicant Realistic Roach 20cm (this one)
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Fox Rage Replicant Realistic Roach 20cm
There are times when a little lure is bob-on. A small shad can pick off perch, a finesse job can nick a chub and a tiny crankbait can turn a blank into a bite. Then there are days when you need to put something proper in front of a pike. That’s where the Fox Rage Replicant Super Natural Roach 20cm comes charging in.
This is a big, jointed soft swimbait built to look like one of the most familiar prey fish in UK waters. At 20cm, or 8in, it’s not trying to sneak under the radar. It offers a broad roach profile, realistic details and enough bulk to get noticed by a pike sat under a tree, tucked beside weed or patrolling a reservoir shelf.
The listed weight is 120g, so this is firmly in serious predator tackle territory. You’ll want a rod, reel and line combination that can cast it comfortably and control it throughout the retrieve. Don’t try and bosh it out on a light spinning outfit, mate. That’s asking for a dodgy cast, tired tackle or a very expensive splash.
The jointed construction is the heart of the lure. Rather than moving like one stiff lump, the body sections work together to create a more natural swimming action. A steady retrieve should make the Replicant roll and flex like a roach moving along with purpose, while a pause gives the lure a chance to hang and tempt a following pike.
That makes it useful across plenty of situations. Retrieve it over the top of weed, lead it along a marginal shelf or work it across a drop-off where pike are waiting for prey to come past. In clearer water, the realistic finish can help it look the part. In coloured water, the size and movement give fish something obvious to lock onto.
The Super Natural Roach colour is a sensible choice for UK venues. Roach are everywhere, and pike know exactly what they look like. You’re not showing them some daft fantasy pattern. You’re offering a familiar meal with a proper silhouette, a moving tail section and enough flash and shape to stand out when the light starts fading.
There’s also a chin loop for adding weight. That’s dead handy when you need the lure to fish lower in the water or keep it moving through a deeper channel. Add ballast with a bit of care, then check how the lure tracks before committing to a full retrieve. You want a natural swim, not a lure dragging its chin along the bottom like it’s had a bad day.
The Replicant comes equipped with high-end treble hooks and Arma-Point technology, so the business end is ready to go. As ever, check hooks regularly, especially after snaggy work or a close encounter with a pike. Sharp, reliable trebles matter when a fish comes in hot and the rods are off.
One thing to remember is that this is a big soft lure with trebles attached. Store it sensibly so the body doesn’t get squashed and the hooks don’t tangle into everything in the box. Carry proper unhooking kit, use a bite-proof leader and keep the whole setup geared towards safe pike handling. Do that and this is a proper, confidence-inspiring big-fish option rather than just another lure taking up room in the bag.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Lure type
- Jointed soft swimbait
- Length
- 20cm / 8in
- Weight
- 120g
- Colour
- Super Natural Roach
- Hooks and features
- High-end treble hooks, Arma-Point technology and chin loop for adding weight
- Supplier / house code
- NRE361 / FO19335
Specs checked with Fox Rage, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The big roach angle
Big pike don’t always want a frantic lure buzzing past their nose. Sometimes a broad, steady roach shape edging along a shelf or dropping beside weed is exactly what gets the take. That’s where this Replicant earns its keep.
At 20cm and 120g, it has genuine presence. You can fish it as a search lure, slow it down over depth or swing it past ambush spots. The chin loop also gives you a handy way to add weight when you need to get deeper or hold the lure in a bit more water.
A proper roach imitation
Closer look at the Replicant 20cm
The 20cm Replicant is a jointed soft swimbait with a convincing roach shape and lifelike swimming action. The segmented body helps it flex through the retrieve, giving you a more natural presentation than a rigid, one-piece lure.
At 120g, it casts as a serious pike lure and carries enough presence for larger waters. The Super Natural Roach colour keeps the presentation familiar, while the realistic details help sell the illusion at close range.
The chin loop lets you add weight when the swim needs to go deeper. That gives you another way to fish the lure around shelves, channels and deeper margins without changing to a completely different bait.
Worth knowing. This is one for heavy predator tackle. Make sure your rod is rated for a lure of this weight, and use a suitable bite-proof leader. Pike have got teeth, mate.
Big bait, big intention
Who it suits
This lure suits pike anglers who like a substantial presentation and want to cover water with a recognisable prey fish. It’s especially useful when pike are feeding on roach-sized meals or when a smaller lure is getting ignored.
Fish it steadily over weed, beside reedbeds, along a drop-off or through a marginal ambush zone. Pauses can be just as important as the retrieve. Let the lure hang briefly, then ease it away rather than ripping it straight back to the bank.
It’s less suited to light lure fishing, tiny rivers and situations where fish are keyed in on fry or small prey. In those swims, an 8in bait can look a bit lairy. Keep a smaller option handy for when the pike are being fussy.
Quick answers before you hit the bank
FAQs in full
It comes equipped with high-end treble hooks and Arma-Point technology, so the main hardware is already fitted. Still, check every connection before fishing and make sure the hooks are sharp and secure.
Yes. You don’t have to send it into the depths. A controlled retrieve over weed or along the margins can be highly effective, especially where pike are using cover as an ambush point. The chin loop is there when you need extra depth, not because every retrieve has to be deep.
The Replicant range is listed in 15cm, 18cm, 20cm and 23cm versions. The 20cm model sits in the useful middle ground: big enough to target proper pike, but not the absolute biggest offering in the range.
Worth knowing. Keep the lure stored away from anything that could damage or distort the soft body. A tidy lure box and sensible hook management will save a fair bit of faff on the bank.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Very convincing roach profile and realistic detailing.
- Jointed body gives it a natural, rolling swimming action.
- Useful chin loop for adding weight and adjusting depth.
- High-end treble hooks and Arma-Point technology included.
Worth knowing
- 120g calls for a proper lure rod, reel and leader setup.
- The large profile won’t suit ultra-clear, pressured venues where a smaller lure is the safer play.
- Soft-bodied lures and treble hooks need sensible storage to avoid damage and tangles.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01What fish is the Fox Rage Replicant Super Natural Roach 20cm designed for?
What fish is the Fox Rage Replicant Super Natural Roach 20cm designed for?
It’s aimed squarely at pike. The roach imitation, jointed swimming action and substantial 20cm profile are all geared towards tempting predators looking for a decent mouthful.
02What tackle do I need for the 120g Replicant?
What tackle do I need for the 120g Replicant?
Use a proper heavy predator lure setup rated comfortably above the lure’s 120g weight. Pair it with a strong wire or suitable bite-proof leader, a reliable knot and tackle capable of controlling a big pike safely.
03How can I fish the chin loop?
How can I fish the chin loop?
The chin loop lets you add weight when you want the lure to fish deeper or stay down for longer. Keep the retrieve steady, watch how the lure tracks and adjust the weight gradually rather than piling on loads straight away.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are very convincing roach profile and realistic detailing. and jointed body gives it a natural, rolling swimming action.; the main trade-off is 120g calls for a proper lure rod, reel and leader setup..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Very convincing roach profile and realistic detailing.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Pike anglers targeting bigger fish: The 20cm roach profile gives you a substantial meal silhouette and plenty of visual presence.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “120g calls for a proper lure rod, reel and leader setup.”
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