Bandit Lure 4-8' 2" 1/4oz Tennessee Shad

The Bandit Lure 4-8' 2" 1/4oz Tennessee Shad is a hard-bodied diving crankbait designed to hunt fish in mid-water and deeper columns. This lure reaches depths down to 8 feet, making it effective for bass, walleye, pike, and other gamefish that suspend or hold on structure below the surface. At 2 inches and weighing 1/4 ounce, it's compact enough to cast on light to medium tackle yet aggressive enough to trigger strikes from fish holding 6 to 8 feet down—a depth range many anglers overlook with shallow runners.

Bandit crankbaits are known for solid construction and reliable action, and the Tennessee Shad finish is a versatile natural pattern that imitates common forage. The hard-body design resists snags better than soft plastics in timber and rocky cover, letting you fish aggressive presentations without constant re-ties and lost lures. Whether you're working ledges, creek channels, or submerged structure, this diving profile covers the productive zone where suspended fish live.

This is the kind of workhorse lure that belongs in every freshwater angler's tackle box—small enough to finesse but strong enough to handle full-speed retrieves and aggressive strikes. If your go-to crankbaits max out at 4 or 5 feet, the Bandit's 8-foot dive range opens up a whole new layer of water to explore.

Key Features

• Dives to 8 feet for mid-water and deep structure
• Compact 2-inch profile for light to medium tackle
• Hard-body construction resists snags in cover
• Tennessee Shad finish mimics natural forage
• 1/4-ounce weight provides balanced cast distance and sink rate

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish will the Bandit Tennessee Shad crankbait catch?

The 2-inch diving crankbait is effective on bass, walleye, pike, and other freshwater gamefish that hunt in the 4–8 foot range. The natural Tennessee Shad finish appeals to species that feed on shad and other small baitfish.

How deep does this crankbait dive?

The Bandit Lure reaches depths of 4 to 8 feet depending on line weight, rod angle, and retrieve speed. This depth range makes it useful for ledges, channel drop-offs, and submerged structure where fish suspend or hold during the day.

What size rod and reel should I use with this lure?

At 1/4 ounce and 2 inches, this crankbait works well on light to medium freshwater tackle. Pair it with a medium-action baitcaster or spinning combo and appropriate line weight for the cover you're fishing.

Will this crankbait snag in heavy cover?

The hard-body design is more snag-resistant than soft plastics, but like all crankbaits, snagging risk depends on cover density and retrieve path. It's a solid choice for moderate timber and rocky structure where snag-free action matters.