Action & Performance

• The Signature Kick: The slim tail profile generates a tight, rapid swimming motion. This high-speed vibration cuts through the water, creating the specific flash and displacement that predatory fish associate with an easy meal.

• Active on the Fall: Unlike baits that go "dead" when you stop your retrieve, this swimbait spirals and flutters on the drop. This "dying baitfish" shimmy is a magnet for suspended fish waiting for a vertical presentation.

Target Species & Tactics

Species Pro-Tip

Bass (Large & Smallmouth) Perfect for matching the hatch when they’re keyed in on shad. Burn it over submerged grass or crawl it across rocky points

.Redfish & Trout A coastal essential. The tight action perfectly replicates the "shiver" of mullet and pilchards in marshy flats.

Walleye Deadly when trolled or cast near structure. The subtle vibration is often the key to triggering finicky walleye chasing perch. Crappie & White Bass An ideal profile for schooling fish. Cast directly into surface boils or vertical jig when they're holding deep.

Rigging Guide

To get the most out of that unique tail action, we recommend the following setups:

• Jig Heads: Use 1/8 to 1/2 oz heads. The lighter the head, the more "flutter" you'll get on the fall.

• Weighted Swimbait Hooks: A 3/0 to 4/0 hook (weighted 1/8 to 3/8 oz) keeps the bait weedless and upright.

• The Extras: * Underspin’s: Add a blade for extra flash in stained water.

  • Umbrella Rigs: The 3.8" size is the "goldilocks" length for filling out an A-rig.

  • Drop Shot: Try a nose-hook for a finesse approach that dances with the slightest rod tip movement.

1 pack of 12

​​The 2.25" Crappie Minnow is a masterclass in finesse engineering, specifically designed to trigger the predatory instincts of slab crappie, bluegill, and other panfish. At the heart of its effectiveness is a sophisticated body design. These deep-cut ribs serve a dual purpose: they create a larger profile in the water while remaining incredibly soft, and they trap air bubbles and water displacement to emit a subtle vibration that fish can sense even in stained water. This texture also provides a natural mouthfeel, encouraging fish to hold on longer, giving you the critical extra second to set the hook.

Functionality meets innovation with the inclusion of a precision-cut hook slot. This feature is a gamechanger for anglers fishing in heavy cover. By tucking the hook point into the slot, you can navigate through submerged timber, brush piles, and thick vegetation where the biggest "slabs" hide, without the constant frustration of snagging. This "weedless" capability ensures that your lure stays in the strike zone longer, increasing your efficiency on the water.

The standout feature of this lure is its high-frequency wiggling tail action. Even with the slightest rod twitch or the gentle movement of a current, the tail dances with a lifelike shimmy that mimics a panicked baitfish. For optimal results, rig the 2.25" Crappie Minnow under a slip cork for a vertical presentation that suspends the bait directly in the line of sight of school fish. Alternatively, jig it slowly through deep cover or along dock pilings to entice lethargic fish into biting. Whether you are a tournament pro or a weekend enthusiast, this minnow is a versatile, must-have addition to your tackle box, built to turn a slow day into a limit-filling success.

Primary Targets: Crappie, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, and Trout.

​Rig it on a 1/32 or 1/16 oz jig head and get ready to fill the cooler.

Rapala x- rap style

Equipped with hooks

• Length: 110mm

• Body Length: 100mm

• Weight: 11.4g

• Depth: Floating/ Averaging depths 3-5’

Custom colors available upon request!

Elevate your tackle box with our premium collection of hand-painted fishing lures. Whether you are looking for the explosive surface action of a topwater popper or the deep-searching vibration of a custom diver, our lures are designed to trigger strikes when mass-produced gear falls flat.

​Each piece is a "one-of-one" creation—meticulously airbrushed and finished by hand to mimic local forage with hyper-realistic detail.

8" Magnum Split-Tail Shad | 3-Pack

The 8" Magnum Split-Tail Shad is a large-profile soft plastic jerk bait engineered for targeting trophy-class inshore and nearshore predators. This oversized profile provides the significant displacement and presence required to trigger strikes from mature redfish, bull trout, snook, and tarpon.

Technical Design & Performance

• Magnum Profile: The increased 8-inch body length offers a substantial silhouette that mimics larger forage species like adult mullet, menhaden, and croaker.

• High-Displacement Tail: The elongated split-tail design is tuned to move a greater volume of water, creating powerful low-frequency vibrations that predators can track in turbid or deep-water conditions.

• Heavy-Duty Material: Constructed from a reinforced, salt-infused soft plastic formula designed to withstand the high-impact strikes and abrasive mouths of larger game fish.

Product Specifications

• Length: 8 Inches

• Quantity: 3 Baits per Pack

• Rigging Options: Optimized for heavy-duty swimbait hooks, weighted screw-lock hooks, or oversized jig heads.

• Target Species: Trophy Redfish, Gator Trout, Bull Snook, Tarpon, and Cobia.

  1. What is the best hook size for an 8" jerk bait?

  Use a 7/0 to 10/0 weighted swimbait hook or large EWG hook. This provides the necessary gap to clear the oversized body and ensure a solid hookset.

  2. How do you rig it for Tarpon and Snook?

  • Weedless: Use a weighted 8/0 wide-gap hook for skipping under mangroves.

  • Open Water: Use a 1.5 to 3 oz jig head for inlets and deep-water passes.

  3. What is the best retrieve for oversized jerk baits?

  Use a "Twitch-Twitch-Pause" cadence for an erratic, darting action. In deep water, a slow "lift and drop" effectively mimics a wounded mullet or menhaden.

  4. Can you use the 8" Magnum Shad for freshwater bass?

  Yes. It is an elite "big bait" for trophy Largemouth and Muskie, perfectly mimicking large forage like gizzard shad or tilapia that smaller lures can't match.