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Missile Baits Spunk Shad 5.5" 6Pk Lava Craw
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SKU: MBSS55LVCW-811803025066
Overview
Built for anglers who want a trailer that complements moving presentations, this soft-plastic bait is shaped to suggest a fleeing baitfish and add lively action behind a bladed jig. Its ribbed body and pintail design are intended to create a slithering, side-to-side movement, while the softer plastic gives it a more responsive feel in the water. It can also be rigged with a vibrating jig or scrounger head, or fished weightless as a soft plastic jerkbait when a more erratic darting action is desired. The Lava Craw color adds another option for matching your setup without changing the lure’s overall profile.
Why Hunters Choose the Missile Baits
Designed As
Bladed jig trailer for versatile
Mimics Look
Movement of a fleeing baitfish
Softer Plastic
Construction supports lively action in
Natural Ribbed
Body and pintail design create
Can Be
Worked weightless for erratic side-to-side
Key Features
- 5.5-inch Spunk Shad in Lava Craw color
- 6-pack of soft-plastic trailers
- Designed as a bladed jig trailer
- Mimics fleeing baitfish appearance and movement
- Natural ribbed body with pintail design
- Can be rigged with vibrating jig, scrounger head, or weightless
Best Used For
- Anglers pairing a vibrating jig with a trailer for a fleeing baitfish profile
- Bass fishermen wanting a ribbed, pintail soft plastic for erratic side-to-side action
- Users rigging a scrounger head or weightless setup for versatile presentations
- Anglers who prefer softer-plastic trailers in Missile's Lava Craw color
Specifications
| Action | Slithering action, side-to-side darting action |
|---|---|
| Body Design | Natural ribbed body |
| Color | Lava Craw |
| Length | 5.5 in |
| Lure Type | Bladed jig trailer |
| Pack Quantity | 6Pk |
| Plastic Type | Softer plastic |
| Rigging Options | Vibrating jig, scrounger head, weightless |
| Tail Design | Unique pintail design |
| Target Species | Bass |
| Upc | 811803025066 |
Pros
- Designed as a bladed jig trailer for versatile rigging options
- Mimics the look and movement of a fleeing baitfish
- Softer plastic construction supports lively action in the water
- Natural ribbed body and pintail design create a slithering presentation
- Can be worked weightless for erratic side-to-side darting action
- Available in Missile's legendary Lava Craw color
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a bladed jig trailer, so its primary use is tied to vibrating-jig presentations rather than a broad all-purpose soft bait role.
- The softer plastic can add action, but it may also be less durable than firmer plastics under repeated use.
- Its 5.5" size is a deliberate profile choice, which may be more baitfish-oriented than compact when conditions call for a smaller trailer.
- The Lava Craw color is specific to this package, so matching it to local forage or water conditions is a consideration rather than a universal fit.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bladed jig trailers
- Soft plastic jerkbaits
- Vibrating jig trailers
- Scrounger head baits
Suggested Accessories
- Bladed jig
- Vibrating jig
- Scrounger head
- Soft plastic bait storage
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Missile Baits Spunk Shad 5.5" designed to be used with?
It is described as a bladed jig trailer and can also be rigged with a vibrating jig or scrounger head.
How many baits are included in the package?
The product title states 6 pieces per pack.
What color is this version?
This listing is for the Lava Craw color.
What kind of action is the Spunk Shad designed to create?
The description says its ribbed body and pintail design create a slithering action, and it can also be worked weightless for a side-to-side darting action.
Is this bait intended for bass or other species?
The description specifically mentions triggering an instinctual reaction from nearby bass. It does not provide verified information about other species.