Savage Gear US

Cannibal Shad

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Description

Arguably one of the most popular paddle tail shad lures on the market over the decades thanks to its amazing catch rate and ease of use – the Cannibal shad has an amazingly lively action on both the drop and the retrieve. It’s a hugely versatile lure that can catch perch, trout, pike, walleye, cod and more. The color range has been revamped, and thanks to our new injection technology, it now includes a wider palette of super-effective colors, that feature sparkle, glitter additions. The best just got better.

Specifications

Category

Soft Swimbaits

Target Species

bass, walleye, trout, pike-musky

Techniques

casting, jigging

Water Column

variable

Action

lively paddle-tail kick

Conditions

clear water, dirty water, open water, current

Field Notes

This is a soft paddle-tail shad that excels on a steady retrieve or on the fall when fish want a lively, easy meal. It’s versatile for covering water, fishing around bait, or pairing with a jig head for perch, trout, pike, walleye, and similar predators.

Pros

  • Very lively tail action on both the drop and retrieve
  • Versatile across multiple species and water types
  • Wide color range with sparkle/glitter options

Cons

  • Soft plastic body can tear after repeated bites
  • No size or weight details provided

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