NetBait HexTek EKO Shad – 3″ & 4″ Soft Swimbaits with HexTek Texture for Bass

The HexTek EKO Shad is engineered to deliver premium action, scent, and presentation from a soft plastic, with options that fit local forage. Available in 3 inch and 4 inch sizes to match baitfish profiles and adapt to different water conditions. Its tapered beaver-tail design produces a smooth, natural swim with light twitches, helping the lure feel alive in the water. The flat sided body is designed to play nicely with forward-facing sonar, offering clear targets in both clean and stained water. Exterior hexagonal pockets increase surface area and hold BaitFuel scent attractant, releasing it gradually to help maintain interest during longer holds. With a broad palette of proven baitfish finishes, the EKO Shad is versatile for rigging on jig heads, swimbait heads, or as a trailer, reflecting NetBait focus on quality and performance.

Design highlights

• Sizes available in 3 inch and 4 inch to precisely match baitfish profiles
• Beaver-tail action delivers a subtle lifelike swim even at slow retrieves
• Flat sided silhouette enhances forward-facing sonar visibility
• Hex Tek pockets hold BaitFuel scent attractant and release it gradually
• Versatile for jig heads swimbait heads or trailers across species

Real world use and versatility

Whether fishing open water, around structure, or near weed edges, the HexTek EKO Shad can be paired with different outfits and rigs to fit your spots. The scent attraction and natural motion are designed to support effective presentations across a full day on the water. Finishes cover a spectrum of baitfish mimics, helping you approximate local forage with confidence.

Tips for best results include adjusting action speed from a slow crawl to a light twitch and selecting jig head weights to balance sinking rate. The approach is flexible and aims to provide an appealing presence without promising specific outcomes.

Rigging and presentation ideas

• Rig with light jig heads or swimbait heads for balanced fall and stride
• Use as a trailer to boost profile on longer casts
• Pair with appropriate gear for bass and multi-species targeting
• Experiment with retrieve pacing to suit water clarity and cover