Soft Bait DUO Realis Versa Shad Fat 5'' - 12.5 cm

Product advantages

The DUO Realis Versa Shad Fat is a soft shad specifically designed for prospecting predatory fish, especially in areas where a discreet rig and the ability to pass through obstacles are decisive. Its plump body, combined with a soft, salt-rich material, allows it to move a large volume of water, making it highly visible and easily detectable by predators, even in stained water or low light conditions.

Designed as a versatile shad, it stands out for its pronounced rolling action, achieved thanks to a thinner tail base that activates at the slightest stimulus. This design gives it remarkable efficiency during very slow retrieves, where many other lures lose attractiveness. It remains fishable even when fish are lethargic or extremely wary.

Another major asset: its dorsal slot engineered for the Texas rig. It allows the hook point to be positioned in two different ways depending on the level of cover on the spot, ensuring a lure suited to both open areas and heavily vegetated or obstacle-filled environments.

Technical specifications

• Plump shad body for maximum water displacement and strong presence in the water column.


• Soft, salt-infused material providing an attractive texture and a natural feel in the fish's mouth.


• Tapered tail base for a supple, vibrating swim and a pronounced rolling even at very low speed.


• Integrated dorsal slot, optimized for Texas rig setups with different options for hook point positioning.


• Designed for freshwater predator fishing and approaches that require a discreet yet highly detectable lure.


• Available in several sizes and variants, allowing the lure to be matched to the spot and the target fish size.


• Compatible with many rigs: standard jigheads, Texas rigs, slow straight-line rigs or retrieve-and-pause presentations.

Benefits and key strengths

The Realis Versa Shad Fat was developed to offer a rare combination of attractivity and control. Its substantial volume acts as a true "signal" for predators, notably in deep areas or sectors with reduced visibility. By concentrating salt in the material, DUO improves the lure's hold in the fish's mouth, giving the angler more time to set the hook.

Its rolling action is one of its main assets: the lure swings laterally, reflecting light and imitating a distressed baitfish. This action, retained even during the slowest animations, makes the soft shad particularly effective when fish activity is low, during cold periods or in highly pressured areas.

The dorsal slot allows two levels of hook concealment. In lightly covered areas, the point can be left just exposed to maximize hookups. In very heavy cover, the point is completely hidden within the soft material, making the lure almost weedless. This versatility enables precise prospecting of edges, weeds, sunken wood, artificial structures and other classic predator spots without sacrificing animation quality.

In short, this model is aimed at anglers seeking a versatile soft bait for predators, capable of fishing slowly, passing through cover and triggering bites even in difficult conditions.

Usage tips

To get the most out of the DUO Realis Versa Shad Fat, adapt it to the rig depending on the fishing ground:

• In open or lightly covered areas, choose a standard jighead and leave the hook point slightly exposed to maximize hookups.


• In very heavy cover (dense weedbeds, branches, structures), favor a Texas rig with the point fully hidden in the dorsal slot to reduce snags.


• Animate the lure with slow, steady retrieves to fully exploit its natural rolling. Simple speed variations or small pauses are often enough to trigger strikes.


• Alternate slow straight retrieves, sawtooth animations and short pulls to find the rhythm that provokes the most reactions on your spot.


• Test different sizes and variants of the range to match the lure profile to the prey present and the fish activity level.

Testimonials

Many users appreciate the Realis Versa Shad Fat's ability to remain effective on ultra-slow retrieves where other lures stop vibrating. Its versatility with Texas rigging allows anglers to explore previously inaccessible areas without multiplying snags, while maintaining a highly attractive action on wary predators.

FAQ

Question 1 : Is this lure suitable for very snaggy waters?

Answer: Yes, the dorsal slot of the DUO Realis Versa Shad Fat is specifically designed to facilitate the Texas rig and allow the hook point to be completely hidden. This greatly reduces the risk of snags in weedbeds, branches or structures, while preserving a natural swim and good hookup performance when a fish attacks.

Specifications

Quantity	5
Size (mm)	125
Attractant	1
Weight (gr)	19