Savage Gear US

Craft Shad Mix

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Description

Stare into the big realistic soft eyes of the Craft Shad and you could be mistaken for thinking it was a real bleak. The lure was inspired by that fish and features intricate details and a long slender tail bridge with a T-tail that paddles in a vigorous tight kick and roll on the retrieve and the drop. The lure’s slim body makes it perfect for working at depth or in a current. The toolmaking, handcrafted details and painting used on the Craft Shad set new standards for soft lures.

Specifications

Category

Soft Swimbaits

Target Species

bass, walleye, pike-musky

Techniques

casting, jigging

Water Column

variable

Action

tight kick and roll

Conditions

current, open water

Field Notes

This is a soft paddletail swimbait with a tight kick and roll, suited to steady retrieves and drop presentations. It’s designed to work well at depth and in current, making it a good choice for covering water or targeting fish holding off structure.

Pros

  • Realistic baitfish profile and detailed finish
  • Tight kicking tail action on retrieve and fall
  • Versatile for depth and current

Cons

  • Soft body can tear after repeated fish
  • Less effective if fish want a subtle, slow-falling bait

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