PowerBait Flatback Shad
The PowerBait Flatback Shad, a scented, 5-inch shad imitation, comes in eight colors. It has just the profile to be slammed by striped bass, which recently moved up the Roanoke River for their annual spawning run. A three-pack costs about $5.50. Learn more at www.purefishing.com.
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