Strike King Shadalicious 3.5" 6ct Ayu

The Strike King Shadalicious 3.5" swimbait in Ayu is a soft paddle-tail lure built to entice bigger fish with natural action and realistic coloring. Available in a 6-pack, these swimbaits deliver the versatility serious anglers need when chasing bass, pike, and other predators. Whether you're working a slow, steady retrieve on open water or fishing structure, the Shadalicious 3.5" gives you a reliable option that works across multiple rigging styles—from simple jigheads to weighted hooks and umbrella-style setups. The Ayu color pattern mimics natural baitfish, making it an effective choice for match-the-hatch presentations.

What sets the Shadalicious apart is how the paddle tail generates action on even the slowest retrieves. That lively tail motion and lifelike profile work together to trigger strikes when fish are selective about what they'll eat. Six baits per pack mean you'll have backups when you're changing presentations or working through a productive zone without constantly retying.

This is a workhorse soft plastic for anglers who want a single swimbait that covers different water conditions and rigging options. The 3.5" size strikes a balance between visibility and finesse, making it useful in clearer water or when targeting fish that prefer a moderately-sized meal.

Key Features

• Soft paddle-tail swimbait with natural, sustained action
• Realistic Ayu color pattern for convincing presentations
• 3.5" profile—versatile for multiple species and conditions
• Rigging flexibility: works with open jigheads, internal jigheads, weighted hooks, and umbrella rigs
• Six baits per pack

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish will the Shadalicious 3.5" catch?

Strike King designed the Shadalicious to catch a wide range of predatory fish. The 3.5" size and natural Ayu color pattern make it effective for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, pike, and other species that respond to soft plastic swimbaits.

How should I rig the Shadalicious 3.5"?

The Shadalicious is designed to work with multiple rigging options. You can fish it on an open jighead for a natural presentation, use an internal jighead for a more streamlined profile, rig it with a weighted hook, or incorporate it into umbrella-style rigs. Match your hook size to the bait's size for best results.

What retrieval speed works best?

The Shadalicious generates effective action on a slow, steady retrieve. The paddle tail is designed to produce lively motion even when you're not accelerating, making it ideal for thorough coverage of productive zones or when fish are not aggressively feeding.

How many baits are in a pack?

Each pack contains six Shadalicious swimbaits, giving you multiple options for rigging changes or fishing different areas without constantly re-tying.