Westin Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5cm 2g Grasshopper

Westin Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm / 2 g – Smelt Imitation That Works From the First Cast

Named after the Latin name of the smelt (Hypomesus olidus), the Westin Hypoteez Shadtail is a hand-painted soft lure that hits the water and gets to work instantly. At 6.5 cm and 2 g, it sits in the ideal size class for perch and zander wherever finesse presentation makes the difference.

Life-Like Detail That Triggers Strikes

Realistic hand-painted colours and lifelike eyes give the Hypoteez Shadtail a finish that closely mimics a real smelt. The tapered body with a defined tail joint adds to the authentic profile, making it a convincing choice when predators are being selective about what they eat.

Paddle Tail Action From the Moment It Hits the Water

The easy-action paddle tail kicks and pulses at any retrieve speed, generating movement and vibration that draws fish in even on slow or finesse presentations. The optimised body flexibility means the lure responds to the lightest currents and subtlest rod movements, keeping the action alive throughout the retrieve.

Choose the Right Variant

The Hypoteez Shadtail comes in two sizes and a wide range of colours. The 6.5 cm / 2 g version is suited to finesse and drop-shot setups, lighter jigheads, and targeting perch and smaller zander. The 9 cm / 5 g version covers heavier jigging, deeper water, and larger predators. Pick a colour to match your conditions:

Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Grasshopper (4 pc) – natural green-brown smelt imitation; versatile all-round colour for perch and zander in clear to lightly coloured water
Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Headlight (4 pc) – bright, high-contrast; good visibility in low light or murky water
Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Golden Baitfish (4 pc) – warm gold tones; effective in tannin-stained or low-clarity water
Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Keiko Baitfish (4 pc) – subtle natural baitfish finish; suited to clear, pressured water
Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Dirty Harbor (4 pc) – dark, dirty tones; good in turbid or industrial water settings
Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Atomic Blue (4 pc) – vivid blue flash; works well for perch in open water and when fish are active
Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Motoroil Fuel (4 pc) – dark iridescent; a strong choice in overcast conditions or murky water
Hypoteez Shadtail 6.5 cm 2 g Tiger Perch (4 pc) – perch-pattern colouring; natural-looking in weedy or structured environments
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Grasshopper (3 pc) – larger profile, same natural green-brown tone; for bigger zander and pike
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Headlight (3 pc) – larger, high-visibility; deep water and low-light big-fish targeting
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Dirty Harbor (3 pc) – larger dark profile; heavy jigging in turbid conditions
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Atomic Blue (3 pc) – larger blue flash; open-water predator fishing
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Motoroil Fuel (3 pc) – larger iridescent profile; overcast or coloured water
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Golden Baitfish (3 pc) – larger warm-tone baitfish; stained water and active fish
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Keiko Baitfish (3 pc) – larger subtle finish; clear-water selective fish
Hypoteez Shadtail 9 cm 5 g Tiger Perch (3 pc) – larger perch pattern; structured, weedy environments