Megabass Respect 65
HT Ito Tennessee Shad is revered among anglers for its subtle yet complex beauty, establishing itself as a natural cornerstone in a tackle box and a highly effective collectible since its debut on the Vision Oneten jerkbait in the year 2000. Aesthetically, this color pattern is Megabass’s sophisticated take on the widely successful Tennessee Shad forage, a profile characterized by a muted, silvery-blue back and pale sides. The “HT” (Halftone / Half Transparent) designation is key: it signifies a unique use of dual holographic sheeting where the upper side features GG (Guanium Ghost) holographic coating for brilliant light reflection, while the lower side incorporates GP (Guanium Phantom) holo to produce a fainter, light-reducing glow. This combination results in a realistic, multi-dimensional flash that prevents the bait from looking unnaturally bright or solid.
In terms of application, the HT Ito Tennessee Shad is a versatile, high-confidence pattern, designed for success in environments where natural presentation is critical. The subtle contrast and light-manipulating features make it a superb choice for clear to slightly stained water and environments with moderate to high light, such as bright days or during the middle of the day. It excels in imitating the natural flash of a threadfin or gizzard shad baitfish, triggering strikes from pressured predators like bass, which key in on subtle visual cues. The HT Ito Tennessee Shad is considered a powerful all-around color, equally effective when twitched aggressively to utilize the holographic flash or when fished with a slow, suspending jerk-and-pause retrieve in cold water, where the subtle, lifelike finish can trigger reaction bites from lethargic fish.