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FishLab BBZ Bio-Shad Gizzard
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$17.49
List Price: $24.99
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SKU: WX2*0747683
Overview
Built as a four-piece swimbait, this lure is designed to imitate Gizzard Shad and Golden Shiners with a natural swimming profile that can be worked in different ways. It is suited to anglers who want a bait that can be burned straight or fished with a pause-and-jerk retrieve when targeting bigger strikes. The hybrid tail material is intended to add lifelike movement, while the tournament-grade BKK treble hooks provide a ready-to-fish setup. Designed by lure innovator Bill Siemantel, it offers a specialized option for serious anglers looking for a realistic shad-style presentation.
Why Hunters Choose the Fishlab
6-inch Four-piece
Body creates realistic swimming action
Mimics Gizzard
Shad and Golden Shiners
Works Straight
Retrieves or pause-and-jerk retrieves
Hybrid Tail
Material adds lifelike movement
Outfitted Tournament-grade
Tournament-grade BKK treble hooks
Key Features
- 6-inch, four-piece swimbait designed for realistic swimming action.
- Mimics Gizzard Shad and Golden Shiners.
- Works on straight retrieves or pause-and-jerk presentations.
- Hybrid tail material enhances lifelike movement.
- Outfitted with tournament-grade BKK treble hooks.
- Designed by lure innovator Bill Siemantel.
Best Used For
- Anglers targeting big strikes with a 6-inch swimbait that imitates Gizzard Shad or Golden Shiners.
- Hunters and anglers who prefer straight retrieves or pause-and-jerk presentations.
- Users wanting a four-piece body for realistic swimming action in a hardbait profile.
- Those looking for a swimbait outfitted with tournament-grade BKK treble hooks.
- Anglers who value lifelike movement from hybrid tail material in a versatile bait.
Specifications
| Body Construction | Four-piece |
|---|---|
| Designer | Bill Siemantel |
| Hooks | Tournament-grade BKK treble hooks |
| Length | 6" |
| Retrieve Styles | Straight retrieve; pause-and-jerk retrieves |
| Secondary Target Baitfish | Golden Shiners |
| Tail Material | Hybrid tail material |
| Target Baitfish | Gizzard Shad |
Pros
- 6-inch four-piece body creates realistic swimming action
- Mimics Gizzard Shad and Golden Shiners
- Works on straight retrieves or pause-and-jerk retrieves
- Hybrid tail material adds lifelike movement
- Outfitted with tournament-grade BKK treble hooks
- Designed by lure innovator Bill Siemantel
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 6" four-piece profile is built for a specific baitfish presentation, so it may be less versatile if you want a more generalized swimbait shape.
- Its effectiveness is tied to retrieve style, with straight retrieves and pause-and-jerk presentations called out specifically.
- The bait is outfitted with treble hooks, which may not suit anglers who prefer a different hook setup for their application.
- At $24.99, it sits in a more specialized price range than basic soft swimbaits, so it makes the most sense when the target profile matches your fishing conditions.
Suggested Comparisons
- Swimbaits
- Hard baits
- Shad imitations
- Bass fishing lures
Suggested Accessories
- Fishing line
- Tackle box
- Snap swivels
- Hook sharpener
Frequently Asked Questions
What species or forage is the FishLab BBZ Bio-Shad Gizzard designed to imitate?
It is built to mimic Gizzard Shad and Golden Shiners.
What is the body construction of this swimbait?
It has a 6" four-piece body designed to create realistic swimming action.
What retrieve styles are mentioned for this bait?
The product description says it can be burned straight or worked with a pause-and-jerk retrieve.
What hook setup comes on the bait?
It is outfitted with tournament-grade BKK treble hooks.
Who designed the FishLab BBZ Bio-Shad Gizzard?
It is described as being designed by lure innovator Bill Siemantel.