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Savage Gear Cannibal Shad 10cm 9g Darkwater Mix 4pc

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SKU – SVS77183

Product Details and Uses

Savage Gear Cannibal Shad 10cm 9g Darkwater Mix 4pc

Recognized for decades as one of the most effective and reliable soft plastic lures on the market, the Savage Gear Cannibal Shad 10cm 9g Darkwater Mix 4pc delivers a proven, high-vibration paddle tail action that triggers aggressive strikes from freshwater and saltwater predators alike. Engineered with an ultra-lively swimming motion that kicks continuously on both the steady retrieve and the drop, this lure is practically effortless to fish and highly effective in all water conditions.
This ready-to-fish Darkwater Mix kit pairs Savage Gear’s updated Cannibal Shad body profile with custom-matched round ball jig heads for an out-of-the-box presentation. Built using advanced multi-color injection technology, these shads feature enhanced sparkle, glitter, and high-contrast UV additions specifically formulated to maximize lure visibility in murky, stained, or low-light dark water scenarios. Whether you are targeting freshwater predators like perch, pike, and zander or working coastal venues for sea bass, cod, and pollack, this kit is an essential addition to any lure box.

Detailed Specifications

Feature Specification
Lure Style Soft Plastic Paddle Tail Shad
Body Length 10 cm (4 inches)
Body Weight 9 g (unweighted body)
Kit Contents 4 x Cannibal Shad Bodies + Round Ball Jig Heads
Color Selection Darkwater Mix (High-contrast, glitter & UV-enhanced patterns for low-light/stained water)
Swimming Action High-frequency paddle tail vibration on both retrieve and sinking drop
Material Technology Advanced multi-injection soft plastic with integrated UV & glitter accents
Freshwater Target Species Perch, Zander, Pike, Trout, Catfish, and Chub
Sea Fishing Target Species Sea Bass, Cod, Pollack, Coalfish, and Wrasse

Key Applications & Where To Use

  • Stained & Murky Water Venues: The Darkwater Mix color palette incorporates high-contrast shades and active UV accents that cut through peat stain, river silt, and low-visibility water columns.
  • Vertical Jigging & Drop Tactics: The paddle tail maintains a steady, pulsing action on the drop, making it lethal for vertical jigging around canal pilings, river drop-offs, and boat wrecks.
  • Roving Freshwater Lure Fishing: The 10cm profile represents the ideal “all-rounder” size baitfish match for specimen perch, zander, and pike across canals, gravel pits, and rivers.
  • Light-to-Medium Sea Angling: Outstanding when worked through kelp gullies, harbour walls, or rocky ledges for sea bass, cod, and pollack hunting juvenile baitfish.

Gerry’s Fishing Pro Tip

Pro Tip: When fishing stained rivers or deep water for zander and perch, alternate your retrieve speed and incorporate frequent 2-second pauses to let the Cannibal Shad flutter down to the bottom on a semi-tight line. The paddle tail kicks furiously as it sinks, and a high percentage of strikes happen right on the drop just before the jig head hits the seabed or lakebed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are jig heads included in the Savage Gear Cannibal Shad 4pc Mix Pack?
A: Yes, these ready-to-fish mixed kits come supplied complete with round ball jig heads specifically sized and weighted to provide the ideal swimming action and balance for the 10cm body.
Q: Why choose the Darkwater Mix over clear-water colors?
A: The Darkwater Mix features high-contrast tones, reflective glitter, and UV-reactive compounds designed specifically to stand out in stained, murky, or deep water where light penetration is limited.
Q: Can I use this lure in saltwater for sea fishing?
A: Absolutely! The 10cm Cannibal Shad is a fantastic crossover lure that works brilliantly for UK sea bass, pollack, coalfish, and cod around harbour walls, rocky marks, and estuaries.
Q: What is the best retrieve style for the Cannibal Shad?
A: A simple “sink and draw” or steady straight retrieve works exceptionally well due to the paddle tail’s natural vibration. Mixing up steady winding with brief pauses allows the lure to perform at its best.

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Anglers Serving Anglers

Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.

You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.

We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do. 

This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.

We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.

We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.

Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.

You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.

SKU – SVS77183

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Penn Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-37″)

Medium (38″-40″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (46″-48″)

XXLarge (50″-52″)

Wader Waist Guide

Small (28″-30″)

Medium (30″-33″)

Large (34″-37″)

XLarge (37″-39″)

XXLarge (39″-42″)

3XLarge (42″-45″)

Kinetic/Westin Chest Size Guide

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Medium (38″-40″)

Large (42″-44″)

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XXLarge (50″-52″)

3XLarge (54″-56″)

Grundens Chest Size Guide

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XLarge (46″-48″)

XXLarge (50″-52″)

3XLarge (54″-56″)

Vass Chest Size Guide

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Medium (38″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-46″)

XXLarge (47″-48″)

3XLarge (49″-51″)

Trakker Chest Size Guide

Small (38-40″)

Medium (41-43″)

Large (44-46″)

Xlarge (47-49″)

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XXXLarge (53-55″)

Korda Chest Size Guide

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Medium (38″-41″)

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Guy Cotten Chest Size Guide

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Large (102 – 110cm)

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XXLarge (124 – 134cm)

3XLarge (134 – 154cm)

Fox Chest Size Guide

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Large (42″-44″)

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3XLarge (51″-54″)

4XLarge (55″-60″)

Nash Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (39″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-47″)

XXLarge (48″-50″)

3XLarge (51″-54″)

4XLarge (55″-60″)

Aqua Chest Size Guide

Small (38-40″)

Medium (41-43″)

Large (44-46″)

Xlarge (47-49″)

XXLarge (50-52″)

XXXLarge (53-55″)

Guru Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (38″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-46″)

XXLarge (47″-48″)

3XLarge (49″-51″)

Preston Chest Innovations Size Guide

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XXLarge (47″-48″)

3XLarge (49″-51″)

Trouser Waist Guide (Inches) 

Small – 28″ – 32″

Medium 32″ – 34″

Large – 34″ – 36″

X-Large 36″ – 38″

XX-Large – 38″ – 42″

XXX-Large 42″ – 46″

XXXX-Large 46″ – 52″