Northland Pan-Candy Minnow 2in Chartreuse Shad – Panfish Lure

Overview

The Northland Pan-Candy Minnow 2in Chartreuse Shad is a compact, panfish-focused lure designed to imitate the small baitfish panfish stalk in lakes and ponds. Crafted with Northland's Pan-Candy TPE, it combines a soft, lifelike feel with buoyant action that helps it swim with a natural, inviting wiggle.

Its 2-inch profile matches the size of many baitfish that panfish key in on, making it a versatile choice for many water conditions and visibility levels. The chartreuse shad color offers a bright silhouette that can rise above subtle shadows or murk, while still delivering a natural fish silhouette that hungry panfish can recognize.

Key features and benefits

• The small Crappie Minnow profile is perfectly sized for trophy panfish, presenting a familiar shape that continues to draw bites
• Pan-Candy TPE formula is ultra-soft and buoyant, delivering lively action and improved buoyancy in varying depths
• Durable construction supports repeated hookups, helping anglers cover more water in a day

Color options and fishing conditions

Available in a range of natural and bright contrasting colors, the Pan-Candy Minnow can adapt to different water colors and light levels. Chartreuse shad offers high visibility in stained water while natural tones blend in clear water. This versatility helps anglers tailor color choice to the day’s conditions.

• Natural and bright color options provide flexibility across river, pond, and lake scenarios
• Chartreuse shad creates a bright outline that can help fish locate the lure quickly

How to use

• Pair with light jig heads or drop-shot rigs to keep the minnow in the strike zone without overwhelming panfish
• Experiment with depth and retrieve cadence—slow twitches near cover or steady retrieves in open water can reveal what panfish are chasing

Practical notes

This lure emphasizes the sensory cues that panfish respond to: motion, color, and size. While outcomes vary by day and location, the lifelike action and buoyant design offer a credible option to broaden your panfish presentation.