Fish 30acre

Slap Shad

$64.99

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Description

The Slap Shad. A bait that has been on the back burner for some time now, is finally ready. What you have, is a tried and true, “walk-the-dog” topwater lure. It’s name specifies what it excels in, a heavy tail slapping action. This action is easily achieved due to the joint placement and ballasting. With heavy jerks of the rod, the Slap Shad with spit and splash aggressively, triggering strikes. It is made up of two different types of resin, each to aid in its buoyancy, and durability. The details and craftsmanship are what many have come to expect from Fish 30acre; premium. Stainless steel hardware is encapsulated into each segment, with premium Owner hooks attached. If you’re looking for the perfect walking bait that is big enough, without being too big, look no further. The Slap Shad will get the job done, and then some.

Specifications

Category

Topwater Baits

Weight

2.5 oz (71 g)

Length

6.5 in (165 mm)

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting, topwater

Water Column

surface

Running Depth

0 ft

Action

walk-the-dog, tail-slapping, spit-and-splash

Conditions

low light, open water

Field Notes

Use this as a walk-the-dog topwater bait over shallow water when fish are feeding near the surface. Heavy rod jerks create a tail-slapping, spit-and-splash action that is designed to trigger reaction strikes. Best worked with pauses and steady cadence around open water or over cover edges.

Pros

  • Aggressive walk-the-dog action
  • Floating topwater presentation
  • Premium hardware and Owner hooks

Cons

  • Requires active rod work to get the best action
  • Topwater effectiveness drops in rough water or heavy wind

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