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Bobby Garland Baby Shad

The single best-known crappie plastic in America. The main tradeoff is soft plastic tears up after a few fish.

Best for: The crappie angler building a core rotation of colors for dock shooting, casting, and slow trolling.

Under $50 · retailer confirms current transaction details

Bobby Garland The Original 2" Baby Shad Soft Plastic Fishing Lure, Fishing Gear and Accessories, 18 per Pack, Hologram Ghost

Decision brief

What earns attention, and what asks for care.

No invented review score. The current record exposes the use case, specifications, strengths, and tradeoffs that are actually supported.

Why it works

  • The single best-known crappie plastic in America
  • Enormous color library for matching water clarity
  • Soft formulation swims well at dead-slow retrieve speeds

Watch for

  • Soft plastic tears up after a few fish
  • Spear tail gives minimal action on a straight fast retrieve

Catalog record

Specifications at a glance.

Price band
Under $50
Editorial score
Pending firsthand review
Length
2 in soft plastic body
Pack
18 baits per pack
Tail
Flat spear tail with subtle shimmy
Rigging
Pairs with 1/32 to 1/16 oz jigheads

Product FAQ

Before you move to the retailer.

Who is the Bobby Garland Baby Shad best for?

The crappie angler building a core rotation of colors for dock shooting, casting, and slow trolling.

What stands out about the Bobby Garland Baby Shad?

The single best-known crappie plastic in America. The main tradeoff to weigh is soft plastic tears up after a few fish.

Why does Sportsman Authority show a price band for the Bobby Garland Baby Shad?

Retail price, seller, configuration, and availability can change. Sportsman Authority uses an editorial price band and sends shoppers to the retailer for the current transaction details.

Where can I compare the Bobby Garland Baby Shad with other panfish jigs?

Use the Panfish Jigs category page to compare the current researched shelf by best use, specifications, strengths, tradeoffs, photography status, and retailer path.