Z-MAN SHAD FRYZ 1.75" BLUE GLIMMER SPARKLE 8 PACK

The Z-Man Shad Fryz 1.75" Blue Glimmer Sparkle is a soft paddletail swimbait designed specifically for crappie and panfish anglers who want realistic forage imitation. At 1.75 inches, these swimbaits match the profile of natural shad and small panfish that crappie feed on throughout most regions, giving you a bait that mimics what's actually in the water column rather than relying on generic profiles. The soft ElaZtech® material flexes and moves with genuine action, creating a natural swimming motion that triggers strikes from both black and white crappie.

The Blue Glimmer Sparkle finish adds flash and visibility in varying water conditions—useful when you're fishing stained water or low-light periods where crappie need a little extra cue to locate your bait. Whether you're fishing a simple jighead on a spinning rod, a light Texas rig, or drop-shotting around structure, these baits won't tear apart on the first bite and offer enough durability for multiple fish.

This eight-pack gives you enough baits to experiment with presentations, colors, and depths without constantly resupplying mid-session. Soft plastics designed this way work well on light jigs in shallow cover, around brush piles, and open water—all typical crappie scenarios. If your local waterway holds shad as forage, matching that size and general profile usually outperforms oversized baits meant for other species.

Key Features

• 1.75-inch paddletail design matches natural shad and panfish forage
• ElaZtech® superplastic material delivers realistic swimming action
• Blue Glimmer Sparkle finish adds flash and visibility
• Eight baits per pack—enough for a full day or multiple outings
• Soft, durable plastic resists tearing on repeated casts and strikes

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What size jighead should I use with the Shad Fryz 1.75"?

We don't have the specific jighead weight recommendation in our data, but light jigs are generally paired with baits this size. Check the package or consult Z-Man's rigging guide for the exact weight range.

Are these baits good for both black and white crappie?

Yes. The Shad Fryz is designed to imitate the natural forage that crappie of both species feed on, so they work well for either type in most crappie fisheries.

How long do these baits last if I'm catching fish regularly?

The ElaZtech® material is soft and flexible, which gives great action but also means repeated strikes will eventually tear the bait. Expect each bait to handle multiple fish before needing replacement—durability is solid for the size, though you'll likely swap them out more often than harder plastics.

Will the Blue Glimmer Sparkle finish work in murky water?

The sparkle and glimmer finish adds visibility and flash, which can be especially useful in stained or low-light conditions. In clear water, you may prefer a more natural color, but this finish will still catch fish.