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Brad's Cut Plug, 3 in, Sardine
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.6 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 5 x 2.5 x 0.5 inches
Quick take
A rotating bait-holding plug with split cavity for fresh or cut bait, rigged for trolling, casting, or plunking.
A 3-inch Mini Cut Plug in Sardine, a two-pack that comes unrigged with scent pads and rubber bands. The split cavity holds cut bait or a fillet, and the rotating action mimics a wounded baitfish. Its smaller size suits anglers who want a compact trolling or casting option.
Best for
- Salmon and steelhead on trolling lines
- Back-bouncing cut bait in rivers
- Walleye on bottom rigs
Skip if
- You want a lure-only option; this needs inserted bait
- You fish under catch-and-release bait restrictions
Strengths
- Split cavity holds fresh or cut bait securely
- Includes scent pads and rubber bands
- Works by trolling, casting, plunking, or back-bouncing
Trade-offs
- Needs bait insertion and regular maintenance during the day
- Requires dressing down with cut bait or scent for best results
- Best suited for anglers who want active bait presentation
Fishing fit
- Species
- Salmon & steelhead
- Trout
- Walleye
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Trolling
- Casting
- Bottom fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
When and where to fish it
Its silver baitfish pattern suits clear to lightly stained water.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Stained
- Light
- Bright
- Overcast
What it imitates
Its silver baitfish pattern imitates shad.
- Shad
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Pink, Lemon Lime, Pink Magic | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Glow Ghost Black Dot, Glow Ghost Green Dot | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Brown Trout, Green Magic, Watermelon | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Hot Red | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Black Jack, Black Magic, Blue Hawaiian, Blue Magic | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Length | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brad's Cut Plug, 3 in, Sardine | Length:3 in | Color:Sardine | Suits:Clear and stained water |
| Brad's Cut Plug, 4 in, Blue Magic | Length:4 in | Color:Blue Magic | Suits:Muddy water |
| Brad's Super Bait Cut Plug, 4 in, Hot Melon, 2-Pack | Length:4 in | Color:Hot Melon | Suits:Trout, salmon & steelhead and walleye |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Length | 3 in |
|---|---|
| Pack count | 2 |
| Color | Sardine |
| Color family | Shad and silver |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 3 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Sardine.
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