{"product_id":"v-m-vertical-shad","title":"V\u0026M Vertical Shad 3\" Soft Plastic Bait","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTarget Suspended Fish with a Compact Shad Presentation\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen suspended or lethargic fish call for a slower, more controlled presentation, the \u003cstrong\u003eV\u0026amp;M Vertical Shad\u003c\/strong\u003e gives anglers a compact baitfish profile built for vertical work. This 3-inch soft plastic is suited to forward-facing sonar, vertical jigging, and drop shot presentations where keeping a bait around reluctant fish can matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Finesse Shad Built for Vertical Presentations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:none;padding-left:0;margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ 3-inch shad profile provides a compact baitfish presentation for finesse situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Well suited to forward-facing sonar presentations for targeting suspended fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Works with a small jighead for controlled vertical jigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Can be nose hooked for drop shot presentations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Scent-infused soft plastic is designed to encourage fish to bite and hold on longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Baitfish-inspired color options help anglers match the presentation to the forage and conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack Quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 baits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Presentations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForward-facing sonar, vertical jigging, drop shot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRigging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall jighead or nose hook\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the Vertical Shad when fish are suspended and a fast-moving presentation is getting ignored. Pair it with a small jighead for vertical jigging or nose hook it on a drop shot, then slow the presentation down and keep the bait around fish you can see on forward-facing sonar. Its compact profile also makes sense when fish are reluctant to commit to a larger offering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAdd a Vertical Finesse Option to Your Bait Rotation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the V\u0026amp;M Vertical Shad ready for those situations when suspended fish call for a compact shad profile and a slower presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the V\u0026amp;M Vertical Shad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details { margin:0; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details:first-of-type { border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary {\n    padding:14px 0; font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; list-style:none; outline:none;\n  }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::marker { content:\"\"; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador p { margin:10px 0 16px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-accordion--pescador\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do you rig the V\u0026amp;M Vertical Shad?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eV\u0026amp;M recommends pairing the Vertical Shad with a small jighead or nose hook. These options suit its intended vertical jigging, forward-facing sonar, and drop shot applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the V\u0026amp;M Vertical Shad good for forward-facing sonar?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. V\u0026amp;M specifically lists forward-facing sonar as an intended application for the Vertical Shad, particularly when targeting lethargic or suspended fish with a slower presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use the Vertical Shad on a drop shot?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Drop shot fishing is one of the presentations specifically recommended by V\u0026amp;M, and the bait can be nose hooked for this application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhen should I fish the V\u0026amp;M Vertical Shad?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Vertical Shad is intended for situations where fish are lethargic or suspended and slowing down the presentation can help trigger a bite. It is particularly suited to controlled vertical presentations around fish located with forward-facing sonar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the V\u0026amp;M Vertical Shad scented?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. V\u0026amp;M states that the Vertical Shad is infused with a heavy dose of scent intended to encourage bites and help fish hold onto the bait longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"V \u0026 M Baits","offers":[{"title":"Blue Chartreuse","offer_id":47120770957530,"sku":"VSBCH8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Electric Shad","offer_id":47120770990298,"sku":"VSES8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"French Pearl","offer_id":47120771023066,"sku":"VSFP8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rainbow Shad","offer_id":47120771055834,"sku":"VSRSH8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sexy Shad","offer_id":47120771088602,"sku":"VSS8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Smokin Shad","offer_id":47120771121370,"sku":"VSSS8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Violet Shad","offer_id":47120771154138,"sku":"VSVS8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Ice","offer_id":47120771186906,"sku":"VSWI8","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/9732\/1627\/files\/vertical-shad-soft-plastic-rainbow-shad-1212538495.jpg?v=1768103769","url":"https:\/\/pescadorfishing.com\/products\/v-m-vertical-shad","provider":"Pescador Fishing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}