Bomber Fat Free Shad 1oz 3" 12-16' Tennessee Shad

The Bomber Fat Free Shad is a compact 3-inch diving crankbait engineered for anglers targeting deep-holding bass and other gamefish. Weighing 1 ounce with a rated diving depth of 12 to 16 feet, this flat-sided hard bait delivers the responsive, tight wiggle action that made Bomber's original design a tournament staple—but in a profile that's easier to cast and fish all day without fatigue. Tennessee Shad is a proven natural finish that matches the forage patterns found across warm-water fisheries.

What sets the Fat Free Shad apart is its lean profile and flat-sided construction. Unlike bulkier deep runners that require extra effort to work properly, this crankbait transitions from cast to active retrieve with minimal resistance. That efficiency matters when you're covering water or fishing from a kayak, and it also means you'll feel the bottom and structure more directly through your rod and line.

The 12- to 16-foot diving range places this bait in the sweet spot for creek channels, ledges, and offshore structure during mid-season when fish move deeper. It's equally useful when a shallow bite shuts down and you need to reach fish suspended below the thermocline. The Tennessee Shad color pattern blends into natural light conditions and matches prevalent shad runs in most lakes and rivers.

If you're already familiar with Bomber's flat-sided crankbait design, you'll recognize the principle: maximum action with minimum bulk. If you're new to the brand, think of the Fat Free Shad as the answer to deep-diving cranks that demand too much effort or don't track true. This one simply goes where you point it and works hard on the retrieve.

Key Features

• Flat-sided construction for tight, responsive wobble action
• 1-ounce weight rated to dive 12–16 feet
• 3-inch compact profile reduces casting and retrieval fatigue
• Tennessee Shad natural forage pattern
• Efficient design for all-day fishing and kayak use

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What depth does the Bomber Fat Free Shad run?

This crankbait is rated to dive 12 to 16 feet, making it suitable for deep structure and channels beyond what most shallow-to-medium runners can reach.

Is the Fat Free Shad a good choice for kayak fishing?

Yes. The 1-ounce, 3-inch profile is compact and light enough to cast comfortably from a kayak without wearing out your arm, and its flat-sided design requires minimal effort to keep working properly throughout the day.

What kind of bass and fish will this bait catch?

The Tennessee Shad pattern and deep-diving range make it effective on largemouth and smallmouth bass, striped bass, and other predators that feed on shad, especially when fish are suspending or holding on deeper structure during mid-season.

How does the flat-sided design affect how the bait fishes?

The flat-sided construction produces a tight, responsive wobble and reduces resistance during the retrieve, so the bait tracks true and requires less effort to fish effectively compared to bulkier deep-diving crankbaits.