6″ 2-Section Shad Glide Bait Blank

Overview

The 6″ 2-Section Shad Glide Bait Blank provides a premium platform for anglers and custom lure builders who want to create their own large-profile glide baits.

Designed with a realistic jointed swimbait body, floating construction, and shallow-water presentation, this unfinished lure blank is built for creating custom big bass lures that imitate larger forage fish.

With a 170mm body length and 38g weight, this glide bait blank delivers a strong underwater presence while remaining versatile for shallow structure fishing. The floating design allows anglers to work the lure around areas where large predators commonly hunt, including weed edges, cover, and shallow flats.

The unpainted surface gives lure builders complete creative freedom. Create realistic baitfish patterns, custom tournament colors, or unique handmade designs with airbrush painting, hand-painted finishes, and protective clear coatings.

Simply customize the body, install lure eyes, add hooks and hardware, apply a durable clear coat, and build your own professional-quality glide bait.

Why This Lure Blank

Large glide baits are known for attracting trophy-class predators, but factory lures often come with limited color options and fixed finishes.

The W024 170mm Glide Bait Blank allows anglers and builders to create completely customized designs while maintaining a proven large baitfish profile.

This blank is ideal for:

• Trophy bass fishing projects
• Custom swimbait painting
• Handmade lure production
• Tournament lure customization
• Experimental bait development

Whether matching local forage or creating a completely original pattern, this blank provides a versatile foundation for custom lure building.

Key Features

170mm Large Baitfish Profile

The oversized 170mm body imitates larger prey species that attract aggressive freshwater predators.

The realistic profile is suitable for custom patterns such as:

• Shad
• Trout
• Bluegill
• Perch
• Tilapia

Custom forage imitations

The larger silhouette helps create a strong visual presence in the water.

Floating Shallow-Water Glide Design

The lure is designed with a floating action and runs approximately 2–3 feet (0.5–0.8m) deep, making it suitable for shallow-water presentations.

Ideal applications include:

• Weed lines
• Shallow flats
• Shoreline cover
• Timber areas
• Structure fishing

Natural Glide Swimming Action

The jointed body design helps create realistic swimming movement during retrieve.

The action can produce:

• Side-to-side glide motion
• Natural baitfish movement
• Slow rolling presentation
• Pause-and-trigger strikes

Final swimming behavior may vary depending on:

• Hook weight
• Split rings
• Paint thickness
• Clear coat application

Custom Painting Ready Surface

The blank surface is designed for complete customization.

Perfect for:

• Airbrush lure painting
• Realistic scale patterns
• Hand-painted artwork
• Custom color development
• UV lure finishes
• Small batch lure production

When to Use This Glide Bait

Trophy Bass Fishing

Large glide baits are especially effective when targeting quality fish that prefer larger prey.

Recommended species:

• Largemouth Bass
• Smallmouth Bass
• Spotted Bass

Shallow Structure Fishing

The floating shallow-running design works well around:

• Grass beds
• Fallen trees
• Docks
• Rocky banks
• Shallow points

The larger profile helps attract predators hiding near cover.

Clear Water Conditions

In clear water, realistic custom finishes can create a highly natural presentation.

Recommended patterns:

• Natural shad
• Bluegill imitation
• Trout pattern
• Realistic scale finishes
• Matte baitfish colors

Target Species

Depending on the finished lure design, this glide bait blank can target:

• Largemouth Bass
• Smallmouth Bass
• Spotted Bass
• Pike
• Musky
• Peacock Bass
• Other freshwater predators

Applications

• Custom glide bait painting
• Big bass lure building
• DIY swimbait projects
• Tournament lure customization
• Handmade fishing lure production
• Color pattern testing
• Small batch lure manufacturing

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this glide bait blank ready to fish?

No. This is an unfinished lure blank designed for customization.

Before fishing, you need to add:

• Paint finish
• Lure eyes
• Hooks
• Split rings
• Protective clear coat

2. Does this lure float?

Yes. The W024 170mm Glide Bait Blank is designed as a floating glide bait with an approximate running depth of 2–3 feet (0.5–0.8m).

3. Are lure eyes included?

No. The blank does not include eyes.

A 6mm eye size is recommended for completing the final lure design.

4. What hook size should I use?

The recommended hook size is #2 treble hook.

However, final hook selection may vary depending on:

• Desired buoyancy
• Swimming action
• Target species

5. What paint works best on this blank?

Most lure painting systems work well, including:

• Acrylic airbrush paint
• Lure-specific coatings
• Spray paint systems

A durable clear coat is recommended after painting for long-term protection.

6. Is this suitable for beginner lure painters?

Yes. The large 170mm body provides plenty of surface area for beginners to practice while also allowing experienced builders to create detailed custom finishes.

7. What colors work best for glide baits?

Popular glide bait patterns include:

• Bluegill
• Shad
• Trout
• Perch
• Bone white
• Custom realistic forage patterns