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New for 2015 from Fiiish: The Master Shad. © Benjamin Le Provost

For the new season, Fiiish is offering yet another eye-catching new product: the Master Shad. The Master Shad is available in three sizes, eight colors and three weights per size. I'm already looking forward to testing it on the water, but before that, let me introduce it to you in detail!

An inverted paddle shad

This shad is recognizable by its inverted paddle.

It takes on the characteristics of the Crazy paddle, which is making a name for itself with each new release. This inverted paddle gets into action as soon as it enters the water. It reacts to the slightest touch of the rod.

It is just as effective in slow recovery as in fast recovery, such as linear recovery

ce paddle inversé est devenu la marque de fabrique de FIIISH
This inverted paddle has become the trademark of Fiiish.

3 sizes to suit all anglers

The release of the Fiiish Master Shad is imminent, and this lure will be available in three sizes:

  • Size 3: 75 mm
  • Size 4: 100 mm
  • Size 5: 125 mm
Les 3 tailles disponibles.
All 3 sizes available.

For sea fishing, I prefer the 100 mm and 125 mm sizes, which correspond perfectly to the size of the prey present in my fishing grounds. On the other hand, the 75 mm size is ideal for freshwater fishing, thanks in particular to its light 3 g lead head.

This compact lure offers a natural swimming action with its inverted paddle, displacing plenty of water even at slow speeds. It's designed to attract active predators, whether pulling or lining, in sea or freshwater.

Focus on the Master Shad hook

It may be a detail, but this free hook makes it easier to set the lead head. There are other advantages too:

  • Effectiveness on the hook: the clear hook considerably improves the hooking action, increasing the chances of catching the fish.
  • Lure durability: thanks to this system, the lure is preserved when fighting the fish, reducing the risk of tearing and extending its life.
La position de l'hameçon a été travaillée pour libérer la nage.
The position of the hook has been worked to free the swim.

What's more, this loose hook promotes the lure's natural swimming action. Observe its movement in a pond and you'll notice a tight, intense swimming action that's sure to attract the attention of predators. This system optimizes the fishing action while increasing the lure's attractiveness.

8 colors, a great range to start with

The Fiiish Master Shad is available in a range of colors to suit different fishing conditions.

âeuros¢Khaki

  • Pearl Blue
  • Wakasagi
  • Neon Chart
  • White Coco/Red Head
  • Blue Strike
  • Neon Pink
Les 8 coloris du Master Shad.
The 8 Master Shad colors.

I'm sure I'll find what I'm looking for, especially the blue strike and the kaki at the beginning of the season when the sardines are present.

Which lead head to use?

The Master Shad's lead heads are offered in three categories adapted to different types of fishing:

  • Light: 3 g, 6 g, 9 g for size 3
  • Medium: 8, 15 and 21 g for size 4.
  • Heavy: 14, 25 and 36 g for size 5
Une belle gamme de têtes plombées qui permettra de faire face à de nombreuses situations de pêche.
A fine range of sinker heads to cope with a variety of fishing situations.

As you can see, Fiiish has done it again this year with this new product, which will be available in the next few days.

I'll be sure to get back to you with my first impressions, which will undoubtedly include the first fish.

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