Booyah XCS2 Series 2.75 5/8oz Citrus Shad

The Booyah XCS2 Series 2.75 5/8oz Citrus Shad is a silent shallow crankbait engineered for bass anglers who need a stealthy presentation in weedy, timber-choked water. Unlike noisy rattlers that spook fish in clear shallows, this bait relies on a tight wobble and semi-rolling action to flash its Citrus Shad finish—complemented by etched scale details that catch light and mimic natural forage. Whether you're fishing clear lakes where bass are keyed on baitfish or working shallow grass beds where silence matters, this crankbait delivers confidence that your lure isn't giving away the game.

The square lip design is the real workhorse here. It's engineered for contact—bump timber, deflect off rocks, and crank through shallow cover without hanging up. The hook placement rides tight against the body, which means fewer snags and more solid hooksets on bass that commit to the strike. At just 2.75 inches and 5/8 ounce, this bait tracks true in the 0- to 3-foot zone, making it ideal for spring spawning areas, shallow flats, and pre-dawn topwater transitions where bass forage aggressively.

Built for anglers who respect the fundamentals—accurate casting, near-bottom work, and reading structure—the XCS2 proves that you don't need flash and noise to be effective. Sometimes the best bite comes from a silent, natural presentation that lets the fish focus on the meal, not the distraction.

Key Features

• Silent design—no rattle, ideal for clear water and cautious bass
• Wobble and semi-roll action with natural Citrus Shad finish
• Etched scale detail for enhanced light reflection and realism
• Square lip for bumping cover and deflecting off structure
• Hooks positioned tight to body to minimize snags
• Shallow water runner: 0 to 3 feet

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What water conditions is this crankbait best suited for?

The XCS2 Series excels in shallow water from 0 to 3 feet, especially in clear lakes and shallow flats where bass can see the bait clearly. The silent design makes it particularly effective when fish are spooky or when you're targeting shallow-feeding bass in early spring or during low-light periods.

Will this bait work in cover like grass and timber?

Yes. The square lip design and upright hook placement are specifically engineered to bump through cover and deflect off structure while minimizing snags. This makes it a solid choice for shallow grass beds, laydowns, and timber.

Is the Citrus Shad finish effective year-round?

The Citrus Shad color pattern with etched scales is designed to mimic natural baitfish and flash in shallow, well-lit conditions. It's most effective in clear to lightly stained water where bass can clearly see the lure's details and finish.

What size rod and reel setup should I use?

We don't have specific rod recommendations in our data, but at 5/8 ounce, this bait works well on light to medium-light casting equipment typical for shallow crankbaits. Stop by and we'll match it to what you're running.