Special shad

Shad-specific jig heads: the perfect balance for optimal realism

Designed to fully exploit the natural swim of tailed soft lures, shad-specific jig heads are an essential component of the rig. Their shape, often streamlined and balanced, allows the shad to vibrate freely while maintaining a stable trajectory, even in strong currents. It is this alliance between balance and mobility that makes all the difference with wary fish such as bass or zander.

The right weight for optimal action

Choosing the right weight is essential: too light, and the shad floats without reaching its working depth; too heavy, and it loses flexibility and becomes less attractive. In saltwater, for bass or pollack fishing, heads of 20 to 60 grams are preferred, allowing bottom contact to be maintained while staying fluid in drifts. In freshwater, for zander or pike, more moderate weights (5 to 25 g) ensure a slow and controlled descent, ideal for precise prospecting or linear retrieves.

Reference brands for every fishing style

The biggest brands have perfected their shad jig heads to meet the needs of every angler. Ultimate Fishing offers robust and precise models, capable of withstanding the most demanding marine conditions. Illex relies on hydrodynamic heads with meticulous design, engineered to maintain the natural vibration of its flagship lure: the Nitro Shad. Xorus, for its part, stands out with high-performance and ultra-reliable heads, ideal for bass on the troll or pollack over wrecks. All are distinguished by premium hooks, impeccable finish and perfect lure hold.

Effective rigs for all waters

In both saltwater and freshwater, shad-specific jig heads allow you to adapt to all conditions and all predator behaviours. Their versatility makes them an essential item for the modern angler: capable of working a shad from 7 to 20 cm with precision, they guarantee total lure control, fine bite detection and instant hook-sets. Whether you are drifting over a Breton reef or slowly prospecting a gravel drop-off, the right shad + jig head combination makes all the difference.