Strike King Blade Minnow 4.5√π 8pk Sexy Shad 2.0

The Strike King Blade Minnow 4.5" soft plastic minnow is a versatile swimbait-style bait that works equally well as a standalone lure or trailer. This 8-pack in Sexy Shad 2.0 gives you enough baits to stock multiple rigs or replace worn baits without breaking stride. Whether you're fishing clear water where a natural presentation matters, or dealing with pressured bass that have seen everything, the Blade Minnow's segmented body and slender profile deliver a lifelike swimming action that triggers bites when generic baits fall flat.

Rigged on a jighead, fished weedless through cover, or attached as a trailer behind a blade or spinnerbait, this soft plastic adapts to however you want to fish it. The profile casts clean, swims true, and holds together through multiple fish—important when you're counting on consistent action throughout the day. It performs in open water, around vegetation, over wood, and in transition zones, so you're not limited to one presentation or location type.

Sexy Shad 2.0 is a proven color pattern that imitates natural forage in most freshwater systems. If you run multiple rods or fish long sessions, having eight baits in the box means you can experiment with different rigging styles or presentations without worrying about your bait supply running out mid-outing.

Key Features

• Segmented body with slender profile for natural, lifelike swimming action
• Versatile rigging options: jighead, weedless, or trailer
• Performs in clear water, around cover, and in open water
• Eight baits per pack
• Sexy Shad 2.0 color pattern

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the Blade Minnow as a trailer, or is it only a standalone bait?

The Blade Minnow works both ways. It was originally designed as a trailer but performs just as well as a standalone lure rigged on a jighead or fished weedless.

What sizes of jigheads should I use with a 4.5-inch Blade Minnow?

We don't have specific jighead recommendations in our product data, so we'd suggest checking the Strike King website or asking our staff in-store for rigging guidance based on your target fish and water conditions.

Will this bait work in both clear and murky water?

Yes. The Blade Minnow's natural swimming action and profile are designed to trigger bites in clear water and from pressured fish, and it performs equally well in other water conditions around vegetation, wood, and open water.

How many baits are in each pack?

This pack contains eight Blade Minnows, giving you a solid supply for a full day or multiple outings.