Soft Lure CWC Pig Shad - 23 cm

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Designed by the specialist brand CWC, the Pig Shad soft lure is a large predatory shad built for modern pike fishing. Its bulky silhouette and hydrodynamic profile produce a wide, rolling swim that triggers strikes even when fish are wary. Made from a dense, durable soft material, it displaces a lot of water, emits strong vibrations and remains effective both on slow retrieves and fast retrieves.

This pike soft lure stands out with a pronounced body rolling and a steady wobbling action, while the tail kicks at the slightest provocation. The result is a very strong visual and vibratory signal, perfectly suited to large freshwater predators hunting easy prey. Its toughness allows it to withstand multiple attacks without tearing, making it a long-lasting investment for intensive anglers seeking a reliable predator soft lure season after season.

• Ultra-realistic swim that mimics a weakened baitfish.
• Durable soft material to face multiple pike strikes.
• Bulky shad profile highly visible even in stained water.
• Versatile for slow or fast animations, straight retrieves or jerking.
• Ideal for quickly covering large prospecting areas.

Technical specifications

The CWC Pig Shad is a large soft shad featuring a tapered body and a wide paddle tail. This design allows it to activate immediately, even at low speed, while maintaining excellent stability at higher speeds. Its optimized density eases long casts and ensures a natural fall through the water column.

Its design facilitates the use of various rigs adapted to pike fishing. The lure easily accepts a stinger rig to secure short strikes or lateral attacks. It also pairs very well with jig heads or articulated systems like flexible head rigs, enabling efficient exploration of shallow areas such as weedbeds as well as deeper zones depending on the chosen weight. The Pig Shad therefore fits perfectly into a modern approach where swimming depth is adapted to current conditions.

• Type: soft shad lure for predators.
• Target species: primarily pike, but suited to large freshwater predators.
• Action: pronounced rolling and wobbling with a very mobile tail.
• Use: lure fishing in lakes, rivers, canals and reservoirs.
• Rigs: stinger, classic jig head or flexible articulated system.
• Animation: straight retrieve, jerking, stop-and-go and power fishing.
• Effective swim at a range of retrieve speeds.

Benefits and strengths

The CWC Pig Shad soft lure was designed to entice the most educated pike. Its large volume creates a strong signature in the water, making it detectable from a distance, even in low light or turbid conditions. When paired with the appropriate rig, it becomes a genuine magnet for big fish, suitable for fast prospecting as well as for focusing on marked spots.

Another major advantage is its versatility. This large pike soft lure accepts a wide range of animations. On slow retrieves it behaves like a large wounded baitfish, perfect for convincing a lying predator. On faster retrieves it becomes an aggressive soft swimbait, ideal for triggering reflex strikes. Anglers also appreciate its durability: even after several pike, the lure retains its suppleness, swimming action and attraction power.

Usage tips

To get the most out of the Pig Shad CWC, it is recommended to rig it with a quality stinger or a head adapted to the desired depth. Over shallow flats a light weighting will allow it to move slowly above weedbeds. Over breaks and holes, heavier weighting will help keep contact with the bottom while preserving its characteristic swim.

Vary your animations: start with a steady straight retrieve, then alternate with pauses and sharper pulls to trigger following fish. Don’t hesitate to make short stops to let the lure glide and then restart — a movement often decisive on large specimens. After the session, rinse the lure with clean water, store it flat and avoid prolonged contact with other soft materials to preserve its shape and color.

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FAQ

Question 1: Is this soft lure reserved for experienced anglers?

Answer: No, the CWC Pig Shad remains accessible to beginners. Its swim is effective even with a simple straight retrieve, while offering huge potential for more technical anglers.

Question 2: Which environments is this lure best suited for?

Answer: The Pig Shad excels in lakes, reservoirs and large rivers — wherever pike hunt large prey. It can be used drifting from a boat or casting from shore.

Question 3: What type of rod and reel do you recommend?

Answer: A predator lure rod with good power reserve, paired with a sturdy reel and quality braid, will allow you to animate this pike soft lure properly and control large fish without stress.