Norman Middle N 2" 3/8oz SX Shad

The Norman Middle N 2" 3/8oz SX Shad is a compact diving crankbait built to hunt fish in the 7–9 foot depth range. Whether you're working shallow grass flats, rocky points, or the edge of submerged timber, this bait delivers the hunting power of a full-sized crankbait in a profile that doesn't spook pressured fish. It's equally at home chasing largemouth or smallmouth bass, and the molded-in lip and buoyant design give you confidence on every cast.

What sets the Middle N apart is its wide, distinctive wobble—the kind of action that triggers strikes from fish that have seen dozens of other lures. The shad pattern taps into a natural forage base across most fisheries, making it a go-to search bait when you're covering water and trying to dial in where the bite is happening. The integrated rattle system adds acoustic attraction without changing the bait's mechanics, so you get both visual and sound-based fish-finding in one lure.

Built on a durable butyrate body, the Middle N is tough enough for all-day fishing and repeated contact with structure. It's the kind of workhorse bait you throw on a 6–7 foot medium-power rod and forget about until something hits it.

Key Features

• Wide, aggressive wobble action designed for search-and-hunt fishing
• Dives to 7–9 feet—ideal for shallow structure and flats
• Molded-in lip for consistent, reliable diving depth
• Fish-attracting rattle system
• Shad pattern appeals to largemouth and smallmouth bass
• Compact 2" size reduces lure rejection on selective fish

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What depth does the Norman Middle N dive to?

The Middle N reaches 7–9 feet on a standard retrieve, making it ideal for shallow bass habitat like weed edges, shallow rock, and submerged cover.

Will the Middle N work for both largemouth and smallmouth bass?

Yes. The shad pattern and hunting wobble action appeal to both species, whether you're fishing reservoirs, lakes, or rivers.

What kind of rod and reel setup should I use?

We don't have specific rod recommendations in our data, but a 6–7 foot medium-power rod with standard crankbait gear will handle this lure effectively.

Does the Middle N come with a specific color pattern?

This version is the SX Shad pattern, which mimics natural shad forage. Norman makes other color options, but this is the pattern included with this particular lure.