What makes the U-bait U-Shad particularly effective for big pike fishing?

The U-bait U-Shad features a wide profile and round body combined with an optimal paddle design, creating an irresistible rolling action that attracts big pike. Its design concentrates years of lure development experience to maximize success in pike fishing.

Are the U-bait U-Shad lures handmade and does this affect their quality?

Yes, the U-bait U-Shad lures are meticulously handmade and handpainted in Sweden, ensuring high craftsmanship and a unique, high-quality product. Minor variations between individual lures add to their character and appeal.

What sizes are available for the U-bait U-Shad, and which one should I choose?

The U-bait U-Shad is available in three sizes: 14 cm (35 g), 17 cm (50 g), and 22 cm (110 g). The size you choose depends on your target pike size and fishing conditions—larger sizes are ideal for targeting bigger pike.

U-bait U-Shad

U-bait U-Shad – Handmade Paddle Tail Softbait for Pike, 14 to 22 cm

The U-bait U-Shad is a paddle tail from Sweden, designed by Jacob Magnusson with everything he learned from building pike lures since 2014. The wide profile and round body carry a paddle that gives the bait the big rolling action pike respond to, and most colours are UV active.

Best used for

• Handpoured and handpainted in Sweden
• Big pike on a slow, steady retrieve
• Casting at pelagic pike in open water
• Fishing on a jighead, a bait screw or a Pike Chain
• Coloured water, where a wide body pushes a lot of water

Specifications

• Type: paddle tail softbait
• Made: handpoured and handpainted in Sweden
• 14 cm: 35 g
• 17 cm: 50 g
• 22 cm: 110 g
• Colours: most colours UV active

Handmade product disclaimer

Please note that all our products are meticulously handmade one piece at a time. Due to this process, there may be a slight variation from one item to the next. Such variations are inherent in the manufacturing of handmade products, so you may expect minor distinctions that will make your purchase special and truly one of a kind.

Perfect to combine with:
VMC Pike Chain Double
BKK Chain Stinger Rig

Curl tail version: U-Bait U-Curl 30 cm
More paddle tails: Paddle Tails
Find the full range: U-BAiT Collection