NetBaitBF Flat Sided Shad 4.5in Black Blue Flake 8ct

The NetBait Flat Sided Shad is a 4.5-inch soft plastic lure engineered for bass, walleye, pike, and other predatory fish that key on baitfish profiles. This eight-count pack delivers a proven shad profile in Black Blue Flake—a natural color that imitates juvenile shad and herring in most freshwater conditions. Built with a nub head design that provides density and a secure grip point for drop shot rigs and jig heads, the Flat Sided Shad excels when you're working cover vertically or probing deep structure where precision and finesse presentations matter.

What sets this lure apart is the integration of protruding ribs along the body. These ribs serve dual purpose: they emit subtle vibration that attracts fish in low-visibility conditions, and they trap and hold scent more effectively than smooth plastic bodies. The elongated, tapered design flows into a forked tail that produces a natural swimming motion even on light line, triggering strikes from fish in neutral or aggressive feeding modes. Whether you're drop shotting, jigging, or rigging it on a shaky head, the Flat Sided Shad's balanced profile and action-oriented construction make it a reliable choice for serious soft plastic anglers.

Black Blue Flake is a versatile seasonal choice—effective spring through fall when natural baitfish are in the water column. The color works particularly well in clear to moderately stained water where baitfish patterns are visible. With eight lures per pack, you'll have backups for tough days when lure changes are part of the game.

Key Features

• Nub head design for secure hook placement and drop shot rigging
• Protruding ribs generate vibration and hold scent longer
• Tapered body with forked tail produces natural swimming action
• 4.5-inch profile matches common baitfish forage sizes
• Black Blue Flake color for year-round freshwater use
• Eight lures per pack

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What rigs work best with the Flat Sided Shad?

The nub head design is optimized for drop shot rigs, but the lure works effectively on jig heads, shaky heads, and Carolina rigs. The secure grip point at the nub head makes it particularly suited to vertical presentations where you want the lure to stay planted on the hook.

What fish will eat the Flat Sided Shad?

This lure is designed for bass, walleye, pike, and other freshwater species that hunt shad and herring. The natural profile and forked tail action appeal to predators in both clear and moderately stained water.

Is Black Blue Flake a good year-round color?

Black Blue Flake is a versatile natural baitfish pattern that works spring through fall when baitfish are present in the water column. It's particularly effective in clear to moderately stained water where the color imitation matters most.

How many lures come in a pack?

Each pack contains eight Flat Sided Shads, giving you enough lures to experiment with different rigs and conditions without immediately running out.