Perch Professor
Perch Professor Fluky Shad – soft baits for perch and zander
Price from £ 4.93 View productsPerch Professor Fluky Shad – slim paddle tail lures for jigging and steady retrieves
Perch Professor Fluky Shad is a slim paddle tail soft bait designed for targeting predatory fish feeding on small baitfish. Its elongated body and active tail create a distinct yet natural action, making it effective both when searching for active fish and when a slower, more subtle presentation is required.
A paddle tail lure for perch and zander
Fluky Shad performs particularly well when predators are focused on small baitfish such as bleak, roach and other forage species. The slim profile closely matches this type of prey, making the lure a reliable choice for targeting larger perch and zander.
Effective for jigging presentations
The tail starts working as soon as the lure moves through the water. This allows Fluky Shad to maintain an attractive action during the fall, short lifts and slow retrieves close to the bottom. These are often the situations where it can trigger strikes from fish that ignore more aggressive lures.
For lakes, reservoirs and rivers
The lure is well suited for fishing underwater humps, drop-offs, rocky flats and river structures. It can be rigged on a...
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Fluky Shad
Perch Professor Fluky Shad is a slim paddle tail soft bait designed for targeting predatory fish feeding on small baitfish. Its elongated body and active tail create a distinct yet natural action, making it effective both when searching for active fish and when a slower, more subtle presentation is required.
A paddle tail lure for perch and zander
Fluky Shad performs particularly well when predators are focused on small baitfish such as bleak, roach and other forage species. The slim profile closely matches this type of prey, making the lure a reliable choice for targeting larger perch and zander.
Effective for jigging presentations
The tail starts working as soon as the lure moves through the water. This allows Fluky Shad to maintain an attractive action during the fall, short lifts and slow retrieves close to the bottom. These are often the situations where it can trigger strikes from fish that ignore more aggressive lures.
For lakes, reservoirs and rivers
The lure is well suited for fishing underwater humps, drop-offs, rocky flats and river structures. It can be rigged on a traditional jig head or an offset hook, allowing anglers to adapt their setup to the depth and structure of the fishing spot.
Perch Professor Fluky Shad
Perch Professor Fluky Shad is a versatile paddle tail soft bait for anglers who prefer a natural presentation and target fish feeding on small baitfish. The combination of a slim profile and active tail action makes it an effective lure throughout the season for perch, zander and pike.
Perch Professor
Perch Professor specialises in creating soft baits crafted specifically for perch fishing. Their lures combine natural movement, refined profiles and colours designed to attract even the most cautious fish.
About Perch Professor Lures
The brand focuses exclusively on perch behaviour. Each lure is shaped and balanced to imitate the prey fish perch hunt in lakes, rivers and canals across Europe.
Key Features
- Soft, flexible material delivering lifelike action at slow speeds
- UV-active colours to improve visibility in deep or stained water
- Slim, finesse-style profiles ideal for passive or pressured fish
- Compatible with jig heads, dropshot and micro finesse rigs
Where These Lures Perform Best
Perch Professor baits work exceptionally well in clear and semi-clear water, slow-moving rivers and structured areas where perch ambush their prey. Their reactive movement helps trigger bites even during low activity periods.
Soft Baits by Size and Type
Perch Professor offers a focused selection of sizes and lure types optimised for different situations on the water. Smaller models work best for shy or cold-water perch, while medium profiles deliver stronger vibration for active fish. Their range includes slim finesse shapes, micro baits and classic prey-fish imitations.
- Micro soft baits (2–4 cm): Ideal for finesse rigs, passive fish and winter fishing.
- Small soft baits (4–6 cm): Universal size for most European perch waters.
- Medium soft baits (6–8 cm): Stronger vibration for aggressive or feeding perch.
- Finesse profiles: Subtle tail action and natural movement for pressured fish.
- Shad-style profiles: Wider tail beat and more water displacement.
FAQ
Are Perch Professor soft baits suitable for dropshot?
Yes, their slim profiles and soft material make them ideal for dropshot fishing, especially in colder water or when perch respond to subtle presentations.
Which size works best for European perch?
The most universal sizes are 4–6 cm. They match the natural prey fish and are effective in lakes, rivers and canals across Europe.
What rigging methods are recommended?
These soft baits perform well on jig heads, cheburashka rigs, dropshot, split-shot and micro finesse setups.
Do the UV colours make a difference?
UV-active colours improve visibility in deeper or stained water and help trigger reaction bites from inactive fish.
Are they suitable for ultra-light gear?
Yes, Perch Professor lures are designed with soft materials and light profiles perfect for ultra-light rods and thin lines.
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GPSR for Perch Professor
Fishing Workshop Dariusz Lesiewicz
ul.Bogumiła i Barbary 14/28
62-800 Kalisz, Polska
NIP: PL 6181032810
teamperchprofessor@gmail.com
ul.Bogumiła i Barbary 14/28
62-800 Kalisz, Polska
NIP: PL 6181032810
teamperchprofessor@gmail.com