HTO Sad Shad – 150mm 120g

HTO Sad Shad 150mm | 120g: The Deep-Water Powerhouse

The HTO Sad Shad in the 150mm, 120g configuration is a heavy-duty specimen lure designed for deep-water dominance. At Gerrys Fishing, we find this to be an essential tool for boat anglers targeting large predators in high-energy environments. While the Sad Shad range is versatile, this massive 120g version is specifically engineered to reach the bottom in deep wrecks, reefs, and areas with extreme tidal flow where lighter lures simply cannot stay in the strike zone.

Combining a large 150mm (15cm) profile with a significant 120g weighted jig head, this lure provides the presence and thump required to trigger strikes from the biggest fish in the ocean or deep freshwater lochs.

Realistic Design & Deep-Water Performance

• Lifelike Aesthetics: The Sad Shad features a highly detailed body design, complete with realistic scales and 3D eyes. These visual triggers are vital in clear water, helping predators commit to the strike from a distance.

• Soft, High-Flex Body: Made from a premium flexible material, the body is designed to kick and vibrate even under the high pressure of deep-water environments. This mimics the frantic movement of a panicked baitfish with incredible naturalism.

• Weighted Jig Head & Offset Hook: The 120g head is perfectly balanced to ensure the lure dives vertically and stays stable. It features a heavy-duty offset hook that provides a secure, reliable hook set while offering a degree of weedless protection when fishing near snaggy wrecks or reef structure.

• Specimen Profile: At 150mm, this lure mimics a substantial mealideal for matching the hatch when predators are keyed into larger baitfish like herring, mackerel, or large sandeels.

Technical Specifications

Tactical Applications

The 120g HTO Sad Shad is built for heavy contact fishing. The Gerrys team suggests:

• Deep Wreck & Reef Jigging: This is where the 120g model excels. Drop the lure vertically over wrecks or rocky reefs. The heavy weight ensures you reach the kill zone quickly, allowing you to target specimen Pollack, Cod, and Ling holding deep in the structure.

• Tidal Flow Stability: In areas with heavy tidal runs (like the English Channel or the Bristol Channel), the 120g head prevents the lure from spinning or being swept too far from the boat, allowing for a precise presentation.

• The Slow Rise Technique: Once on the bottom, retrieve the shad slowly for 1015 turns then drop it back down. The 120g weight creates a massive vibration on the drop, often triggering aggressive reaction strikes.

• Large Pike in Deep Lochs: For freshwater anglers, this is an excellent lure for prospecting the deep thermocline layers of large lochs and reservoirs where monster pike hunt large prey.

Gerrys Verdict:

The HTO Sad Shad 150mm/120g is a formidable investment for any serious boat angler. It combines the finesse and realism of a soft plastic with the punch of a heavy jig. If you are heading out to deep water and need a lure that can handle the depth, the current, and the biggest fish, the Sad Shad is a top-tier choice