Bull Shad Swimbait – Floating

Wake It. Burn It. Watch It Explode.

Built to draw explosive surface strikes, the Bull Shad Floating Swimbait is the topwater-ready version of Mike Bucca’s legendary multi-jointed swimbait line. Designed to stay high in the water column, it’s ideal for waking across shallow flats, grass edges, and cover where big bass ambush prey. Each bait is handcrafted in the USA with a lifelike swimming motion, premium Owner hardware, and a handcrafted brush tail for added realism. Whether burned fast or crawled steady, the Floating Bull Shad delivers trophy-level attraction with unmistakable Bucca craftsmanship.

Key Features

• • Floating Design — Rides high in the water column, ideal for waking or burning over grass.

  • Multi-Jointed Action — Three-section body delivers a smooth, natural swimming motion.

  • Premium Components — Outfitted with Black Chrome Owner Hooks and Owner Hyper Wire Split Rings.

  • Handcrafted Details — Molded fins, 3D eyes, and a brush tail add lifelike realism.

  • Rough Finish for Realism — Matte, textured surface creates a true shad-like flash without glare.

  • Anti-Leverage Hook Hangers — Two swiveling hangers reduce lost fish during the fight.

Specs Table

Color Variations: Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad, Dirty Bone, Bone, Gill.

Best Use & Conditions

• • Target Species: Trophy largemouth, spotted, and hybrid bass.

  • Techniques:

    • Wake & Burn: Retrieve fast for surface disturbance and reaction strikes.

    • Slow Wake: Crawl along the surface to mimic a wounded shad.

    • Targeting Shallows: Excellent over submerged grass, shallow flats, and wood cover.

  • When to Use: Year-round effectiveness, especially during warm-water months and shad spawns.

Rigging & Tips

• • Use a moderate-heavy swimbait rod (7'3"–8') for best control.

  • Pair with a high-speed reel (7.1:1+) to maintain line tension during fast retrieves.

  • For added realism, lightly dip the brush tail in boiling water if fibers become bent.

  • Store baits in original clamshells to preserve body and tail alignment.

Brand Origin & Story

• • Bull Shad Swimbaits was founded by Triton Mike Bucca, a Georgia-based guide who hand-built the original Bull Shad to mimic local gizzard and threadfin shad.

  • His American-made designs quickly earned cult status for their trophy-catching realism and durability.

  • Each Bull Shad remains handcrafted in the USA, combining performance-grade components with an independent craftsman’s attention to detail.

Pack Count / Variants

• • Sold Individually — 1 fully rigged floating swimbait per package.

  • Available Sizes: 5" (1.25 oz) and 6" (1.9 oz).

  • Available Sink Rates (other models): Floating, Slow Sink, and Fast Sink versions.

  • Color Options: Threadfin Shad, Gizzard Shad, Dirty Bone, Gill.

Care & Storage

• • Store flat and in plastic shell to avoid warping.

  • Keep away from direct sunlight when stored in tackle bags or boats.

  • If brush tail bends, briefly dip in hot water and let air dry flat.