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The 5" D-Shad from Yamamoto is an exceptional soft plastic lure that redefines the characteristics of a soft jerkbait. Its unique feature lies in the special, heavily salted plastic compound, which gives it a one-of-a-kind swimming and sinking action. Unlike many other lures of this type, it can be easily kept just below the surface even when retrieved quickly and displays an irresistible, wobbling action during pauses. This makes it a real insider tip if you want to aggressively target predatory fish like pike, bass, and walleye. But even mounted on a jig head, the 5" D-Shad displays its special swimming action and catches fish excellently both when jigged on the bottom and when fished in mid-water.
Advantages
Integrated Weighting
Thanks to the heavy rubber compound, you can cast the D-Shad far even without additional weight and twitch it aggressively underwater, even at a fast retrieve.
Tempting Sinking Phase
During pauses, the lure sinks slowly while wiggling seductively with its sidesāan action that hardly any predatory fish can resist and that provokes many bites.
Powerful darting action
With light taps on the rod, the D-Shad breaks out uncontrollably to the sides, perfectly imitating a fleeing or injured small prey fish.
Versatile
Whether twitched weightless on an offset hook, slowly dragged along the bottom on a Carolina rig, or used as a trailer on a chatterbaitāthis lure catches fish in almost any situation.
Proven Yamamoto Quality
Like all Yamamoto lures, the D-Shad is made from a high-quality, fish-catching rubber compound that holds up reliably during the fight.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What sets the 5" D-Shad apart from other soft jerkbaits? The biggest difference is its higher weight due to the special rubber compound. This allows you not only to cast it farther, but above all to work it deeper and more aggressively than comparable lures. Its unique, wobbling sinking action also makes it extremely effective during pauses.
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What is the best way to work the D-Shad? The most successful technique is a ātwitch-twitch-pauseā retrieve. Bring the lure to life with one or two short, quick rod jerks, then let it sink on a tight line. Most bites come hard during this sinking phase! Vary the length of the pauses to figure out what the fish are into right now.
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For which target fish and rigs is the D-Shad ideal? The 5" D-Shad is an excellent all-rounder for all larger predatory fish. It is perfect for targeting pike and large bass in open water or along structure. Zander can also be outwitted with it, especially when presented slowly near the Bottom.
Characteristics
Item information
Value
Quantity:
7 pcs.
Length:
12,5 cm (5 inch)
Effective lure weight:
10g
Apt jigheads:
Size 2/0 - 3/0
Apt widegap hooks:
Size 1/0 - 2/0
Apt single hooks:
Size 1/0 - 2/0
Country of origin:
USA
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