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Best Lures for American shad

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

Spinner

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Mepps Aglia #2
Mepps
Silver or gold blade is very effective.
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Spoon

Acme Kastmaster
Acme
Silver or gold, cast and retrieve.
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Fly

Clouser Minnow
Generic
White or olive color patterns are effective.
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Soft Plastic

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Charlie Brewer's Slider Grub
Charlie Brewer
Small profile, great for casting and jigging.
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Jig

Shad Dart
Generic
Classic and highly effective shad lure.
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