Quick Overview

The Illex Magic Fat Shad 2.5 is a compact soft shad lure with a pronounced, rounded profile that displaces a lot of water and easily attracts predators from greater distances. It is designed for anglers looking for a versatile soft lure for precise presentation through vegetation, along the bottom, or close to the surface.

Description

Thanks to its strong rolling action and lively tail movement, the Magic Fat Shad 2.5 performs exceptionally well for zander, pike, bass, and other predatory fish that respond to vibration and water displacement. It is especially effective on a Texas rig in dense vegetation, on a jig head for stable action on the drop and retrieve, and in surface presentations when you want to trigger a fast reaction strike. Squid attractant impregnation further increases its appeal and keeps fish holding on to the lure longer.

Features

• Compact, chunky shad profile with a round central cross-section.
• Strong rolling action and pronounced tail vibration.
• Displaces a large amount of water and draws fish from a distance.
• An excellent choice for Texas rigging, jig heads, and surface presentations.
• Realistic finish with emphasized body details.
• Made from soft rubber with squid attractant impregnation.
• Length 2.5 inches, approximately 6 cm.

Technology

• Squid flavoured Nitro Booster impregnation for added attraction and more confident bites.

Specifications

Available Variants

• Wakasagi
• Sight Flash
• Purple Chartreuse
• Lime Chartreuse
• Spined loach
• Orange / Chartreuse

Advantages

• Excellent visibility and vibration for active and territorial predators.
• Reduced snagging when fishing through grass and cover on a Texas rig.
• Versatile use in shallow water, around vegetation, and on a classic jig retrieve.
• Squid attractant helps trigger bites and keep fish holding on longer.
• The compact size is ideal when fish prefer a smaller bait.

Note

Colour availability may vary depending on stock levels. Lure shades may differ slightly from how they appear on screen.