4 inches — a true mid-size profile that balances presence and control for covering water.
Best for
Bass and walleye, with bonus bites from pike when fish are keyed on larger baitfish.
Style
Paddle-tail shad profile designed for consistent tracking and strong tail kick at varying speeds.
Where it shines
Open water edges, weed lines, and structure transitions where fish are actively feeding on moving forage.
Match their pace, not yours: The Tracer Shad will run clean fast or slow, but the key is dialing into what the fish want that day. If you’re not getting bit, don’t just change spots—change speed first. This bait really separates itself when you fine-tune retrieve cadence.
Top 3 ways we fish it
Search bait with control
Steady swim retrieve
Cover water efficiently
Rig on a jighead and swim it at a consistent depth through key zones.
Adjust retrieve speed to keep it just above cover or structure.
Add occasional pauses to let it drop and trigger following fish.
Bottom contact slow roll
Walleye-focused approach
Use a slightly heavier head and keep the bait near bottom.
Maintain a slow, controlled retrieve with subtle rod movement.
Focus on transitions like rock to sand or edges of structure.
Lift and glide
Trigger reaction bites
Use short lifts followed by controlled drops to create a glide.
Watch your line for subtle ticks during the fall.
Mix in longer pauses when fish are following but not committing.
Pour & profile: Built to run true with a responsive tail that activates easily, giving you flexibility across retrieve speeds and depths.
Made for: Anglers who want a dependable search bait that can also slow down and pick apart structure when needed.