The VNM 50 (or 12.7 cm) stands out as THE benchmark of the German brand Nays. It is among the most popular soft lures with specialists in freshwater predators. This shad combines natural morphology and technical performance to attract the most demanding fish.
The silhouette of the VNM faithfully reproduces the proportions of a real forage fish with a balanced profile. The distinctive element lies in its rounded ultra-mobile tail which generates broad and regular beats. Unlike shads with strong rolling, the VNM favours moderate lateral stability combined with intense tail activity. This combination produces targeted vibrations that are particularly effective on predators in selective feeding phases.
The paddle comes into action with slow animations, allowing you to adapt your retrieval speed to the changing moods of the fish. This exceptional low-speed reactivity is a decisive advantage during inactive phases where only ultra-lethargic presentations trigger attacks. However, it remains formidable in the currents thanks to its tonic gum while remaining perfectly stable.
The VNM has engraved its name in sports fishing history thanks to the remarkable performances of Dustin Schoene in championships dedicated to pikes. These successes in high fishing pressure situations demonstrate the formidable effectiveness of this lure against educated fish and those solicited daily.
Regarding assembly, versatility reigns:
- mounted on a leaded head, the VNM methodically explores the depths and prospects the breaks with precision.
- as a trailer of chatterbait, spinnerbait or swim jig, it provides additional mechanical vibrations, thus creating an irresistible synergy.
Although naturally oriented towards pike due to its size and action, the VNM 50 demonstrates formidable efficiency on all freshwater predators and at sea on bass. The pike intercepts it willingly during linear animations or in zigzags. Even the black-bass, a lover of compact profiles and marked actions, regularly succumbs to its evolutions.
Nays has developed an exclusive elastomer formula free from harmful plasticizers, respectful of the environment while guaranteeing exceptional mechanical properties. The rubber displays a calibrated firmness which preserves the integrity of the lure catch after catch, while retaining sufficient flexibility for a natural swim. This is a durable shad that will allow you to chain several fish without systematic replacement.
The impregnation with an attractant shrimp releases pheromones into the fishing area, stimulating the olfactory receptors of predators and prolonging the holding time in the mouth during the attack. This advantage can tip hesitant touches into successful hookings.
