LOCKS IN THE STRIKE ZONE: Engineered to be perfectly balanced, the Suspending Shad sits completely motionless when paused. This "dead sticking" capability is crucial for triggering strikes from sluggish, cold-water Bass, Pike, and Walleye. PATENTED ERRATIC SWIM: A simple straight retrieve creates the unique Headbanger action, mimicking the erratic, evasive movement of a spooked baitfish. The unstable side-to-side darting is an irresistible trigger that no other lure can offer. OPTIMAL DEPTH COVERAGE: Weighing 2/5 oz, this lure is designed to fish the effective 1.5 to 6-foot depth range, covering shallow flats, submerged weed lines, and transition areas where suspended fish hold throughout the year. PREMIUM & DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Features a stainless steel weights design with a strong, wire-through-body construction that guarantees toughness against aggressive strikes. Equipped with premium, sharp #4 VMC 9655 BN treble hooks. SOUND & APPEAL: Contains internal rattle balls of different sizes for a full acoustic profile that attracts fish from a distance, even in stained water. The fixed paddle tail provides extra vibration and is easily replaced for maintenance or customization. The Ultimate Pause-and-Kill Lure for Pressured Water When fish are lethargic or highly pressured, they often refuse to chase. The Headbanger Shad Suspending is designed to capitalize on that hesitation. At 4-1/2 inches, this lure locks in the water column and hangs perfectly still, giving wary predators all the time they need to commit. Unmatched Reaction Trigger: Cast it out, crank it down to depth (1.5-6 ft), and kill the retrieve. The bait will sit perfectly stable and motionless—a presentation that often infuriates suspended bass into striking. When retrieved, the patented "headbanging" movement creates an action that looks like a panicked, evasive meal. Buoyancy: Suspending (Stays level when paused) Sound: Internal Rattle System Durability: Wire-Through Construction for maximum strength. Whether you're fishing tough winter conditions or highly-pressured summer water, the Suspending Headbanger Shad is your secret weapon for converting hesitant followers into hard strikes. Specification Details Buoyancy Suspending (Sits motionless) Length 4-1/2 inches Weight 2/5 oz Depth Range 1.5 - 6 feet Hooks VMC 9655 BN (Size #4)