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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Big Nate Bait?

The Big Nate Bait is a 2.25 inch floating hard bait designed by Catch America pro-staff captain Nate Kelsch, known as Big Nate. It rides high and wobbles with a lifelike shad profile. It comes in five shad patterns: Amber, Yellow Tiger, Black Dot, Chrome, and Pink Back Spotted.

What fish is the Big Nate Bait for?

On Lake Berryessa, Big Nate Kelsch keeps it in his July lineup for kokanee, kings, and big trout. The floating shad body suits fish keyed on baitfish. Match the hatch with a natural pattern like Amber Shad or Chrome Shad, or add contrast with Pink Back Spotted Shad.

What colors does the Big Nate Bait come in?

It comes in five shad patterns: Amber Shad, Yellow Tiger Shad, Black Dot Shad, Chrome Shad, and Pink Back Spotted Shad. Run chrome and natural shades in clear water, and reach for the brighter Yellow Tiger or Pink Back patterns when the water is stained or light is low.

What scent should I add to the Big Nate Bait?

Add Chrome Killer Scent by Big Nate, from the same guide. A few drops give the floating shad bait a scent trail to go with its wobble, which can turn lookers into biters. Nate Kelsch leans on his own scent line at Lake Berryessa.