How to fish Nomad Design Shikari Jerkbaits
The Nomad Design Shikari Inshore is built for anglers who want to cast further, fish smarter, and trigger aggressive strikes from tough inshore predators. This long-casting, shallow diving, slow floating jerkbait features a tungsten weight transfer system that slides back into the tail as you cast, giving you maximum distance and accuracy, even when the wind picks up. As soon as you start retrieving, the internal weight rolls forward to perfectly balance the lure and keep it level, creating a natural baitfish presentation.
When it’s in the water, the Shikari Inshore comes alive. Twitch your rod with short, sharp snaps and the lure will dart side to side, sometimes even turning a full 180 degrees, an action that provokes explosive reaction strikes from predatory fish. Pausing after a few twitches lets the lure slowly float upward in a lifelike, wounded motion that big fish can’t resist. For a different approach, a slow, steady retrieve will produce a wide body roll and a subtle wiggle from nose to tail, making it deadly when trolled or when fish are more cautious.
It’s the versatility that makes the Shikari special. Fish it aggressively over shallow flats for snook or jacks, work it carefully along mangrove edges where predators wait to ambush, or troll it slowly when the bite gets tough. Built with Nomad’s Gorilla Through Wire System, the Shikari 145 is ready to handle the punishment of powerful inshore species. Choose from three sizes 95, 115, and 145mm to match the bait in your area or to tempt larger fish when they’re feeding hard.
Whether you’re chasing trophy fish or exploring new inshore grounds, this is a jerkbait designed to cast further, stay balanced, and deliver the kind of action that big predators can’t ignore. Click here to check out the full range
