Hayabusa - Jack Eye Aomono Shad
About this lure
The Hayabusa Jack Eye Aomono Shad is a purpose-built soft bait developed specifically for targeting aggressive pelagics like kingfish from the shore. Designed as an alternative when metal jigs stop getting bites, this shad delivers natural softness, bite-sized profile and reliable casting performance in one highly specialised lure.
- Kingfish-specific shad design – Engineered from the ground up to target hard-hitting pelagics
- Simple winding action – Effective on a steady retrieve with consistent swimming action
- High-speed retrieve capable – Handles fast winding essential for kingfish fishing
- Soft body advantage – Natural look and feel that metal jigs can’t replicate
- 3.5in bite-size profile – Ideal size to encourage confident strikes
- Shore jigging weapon – Excels when fish refuse traditional metal lures
How to fish the Hayabusa - Jack Eye Aomono Shad
Big Kev's Tips
How to work it
Cast the Jack Eye Aomono Shad towards structure and work it back on a steady, consistent retrieve. The soft body delivers natural swimming action that triggers strikes from aggressive pelagics, particularly kingfish. This lure excels when metal jigs stop producing - its bite-sized profile and lifelike feel often convert refusals into takes.
Keep retrieve speed moderate to fast; kingfish respond well to confident winding that maintains the shad's natural action. The 30g weight suits lighter tackle and shorter casts, while the 40g handles stronger winds and reaches deeper structure.
Pair with quality saltwater spinning gear rated for the target species and expect takes from snapper, trevally, kahawai, and kingfish in coastal shallows and around reefs.
Which colour, and when
#1 UV Blue SardineNatural baitfish flash for clear water and bright daylight conditions.
#2 UV Pink SardinePink UV flash holds visibility across changing light and water clarity.
#3 AkakinWarm red-gold flash reads as a wounded baitfish in low light or stained water.
#4 MidkinNatural green-gold belly is the clear-water, bright-sun baitfish match.
#5 UV Pink SilverPink UV flash holds visibility across changing light and water clarity.
#6 Full SilverNatural baitfish flash for clear water and bright daylight conditions.
Which weight, and when
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