Chaos Kodiak Navin 8" Dive and Rise

Chaos Kodiak Navin 8": The Ultimate Finesse Dive and Rise

Master the shallows and mid-depths with the Chaos Kodiak Navin 8". This "snack-sized" version of the legendary Navin series brings the unmatched buoyancy and vibration of CNC-cut cedar into a more compact, highly responsive profile. Whether you are targeting early-season muskies or working over thick weed tops, the 8" Navin is a precision tool for the technical angler.

Tunable Action and Control

Despite its smaller size, the 8" Navin offers the same professional-grade customization as its larger counterparts. It features an internal weighted system with one threaded weight insert, allowing you to fine-tune your sink rate for the perfect presentation. Paired with a stainless adjustable tail, you have total control over the lure's dive angle and "kick," ensuring it runs exactly how the fish want it.

Built to Outlast the Strike

Chaos Tackle builds lures that survive the battle. The Navin 8" is armored with:

• Triple-Coated Armor: Finished with three coats of high-build epoxy for a durable, glass-like shine that stands up to toothy punctures.

• Premium Hooking Power: Equipped with two 4/0 Black Trident Treble Hooks, offering the perfect balance of weight and strength to keep trophy fish pinned.

• Cedar Core Performance: Every body is CNC-machined from premium cedar for consistent balance and that signature "thump" that triggers aggressive strikes.

Pro Tip: The 8" Navin is a "hang-time" specialist. Because it is lighter at 2.9 oz, you can achieve a very slow, seductive rise by using a lighter screw-in weight. This is deadly when fishing over submerged timber—dive it down into the pockets and let it slowly float back up to mimic a wounded baitfish trying to reach the surface.

Performance Specifications

Precision in every dive. The Chaos Kodiak Navin 8" is the perfect choice for anglers who need a highly controllable lure that doesn't sacrifice durability. Add this cedar powerhouse to your arsenal today.

Navin Series Size Guide: Choose Your Weapon

Selecting the right Navin Dive and Rise depends on the forage size, the depth of the cover, and how aggressive the fish are behaving. Because all three sizes are handcrafted from CNC-cut cedar and feature adjustable stainless tails, they all share that legendary "thump"—but each has a specific role in your boat.

Comparison at a Glance

Which Navin is Right for You?

The 8" Navin: The Finesse Specialist

• When to throw it: Early summer when the weeds are still growing, or during a cold front when fish are spooked by larger presentations.

• The Advantage: It is the easiest to work for long periods without fatigue. Its smaller profile makes it a "limit filler" and a great choice for pressured waters where muskies have seen every large bait in the book.

The 10" Navin: The Everyday Workhorse

• When to throw it: Mid-summer through the first frost. This is the "goldilocks" size that matches the most common forage like suckers, cisco, and large perch.

• The Advantage: It has enough mass to move a lot of water and call fish in from a distance, yet it is still responsive enough to be worked erratically around complex cover.

The 12" Navin: The Big Fish Magnet

• When to throw it: Late autumn or whenever you are strictly hunting for a personal best. When the water temps drop and big females are looking for one massive meal to sustain them, the 12" Navin is king.

• The Advantage: Maximum displacement and maximum "hang time." The 12" model provides the largest silhouette and most violent "kick" of the series, demanding attention from the most dominant fish in the system.

Pro Tip for the Entire Series:

Regardless of the size you choose, remember that the stainless tail is your steering wheel. Bend it up to keep the lure shallower and give it a quicker rise; bend it down to force the lure deeper and create a more vertical, struggling action.