Best Lures for American gizzard shad

5 proven picks for catching American gizzard shad, grouped by lure type.

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Mepps Aglia #0
Mepps
Small size for shallow water.
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Soft Plastic

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Crappie Magnet
Leland Lures
White or chartreuse colors are effective.
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Fly

Woolly Bugger
Generic
Black or olive, sizes 10-14.
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Spoon

Kastmaster Spoon 1/16 oz
Acme
Silver or gold often works best.
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Jig

Road Runner Crappie Jig 1/32 oz
Road Runner
White or chartreuse feather tail.
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