About this piece
The Deps Sakamata Shad is a stick bait designed to produce a leaping dart action that mimics a baitfish fleeing to the surface. Its dual keels on both sides automatically create this action when the hook is simply set, triggering the bass's predatory instincts. The 7-inch version contains 5% salt for improved strength and hook penetration.
Key features
- Dual-keel body generates leaping dart action on a straight retrieve
- Streamlined body design reduces water resistance for wide, easy darts
- Forked tail undulates like a real baitfish fin
- 5% salt content for enhanced tensile strength and hook hold
- Hook-set assist markings ensure straight hook placement
Best for
- Open-water reaction strikes on bass
- Nose-hook, split-shot, and Carolina rig presentations
- Both topwater and bottom-contact leaping dart action
- Triggering reactive bites from pressured bass
