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Home Fishing Videos The Rapala Shadow Rap vs. Shadow Rap Shad

The Rapala Shadow Rap vs. Shadow Rap Shad

Ryan DeChaine
Jan 17, 2017

Rapala’s Shadow Rap and Shadow Rap Shad have proven extremely effective for bass thanks to their deadly action, lifelike finishes and overall fit and finish. They perform very differently under the water however, with the Shadow Rap maintaining a neutral buoyancy, and the Shadow Rap Shad a slow riser on the pause. Each has a distinct time and place depending on the mood of the fish, which is largely dictated by the season. Elite Series pro Seth Feider has fished both extensively, and shares his thoughts on when to fish each. Bottom line, they’re both beautiful baits that deserve a home in your coveted jerkbait box, and will produce bass anytime they’re on the jerkbait chew.

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Ryan DeChaine

Ryan began his fishing industry career with Lindner Media Productions, gaining nearly a decade of unparalleled experience creating dynamic and compelling television programming and video production promoting the sport fishing industry. DeChaine oversees the strategy, creation, and publishing of video content on the website and social media platforms. Outside of work, DeChaine and his wife Jillian raise their three children around an active outdoor lifestyle in the lake-rich and forested lands of northern Minnesota.