A dedicated shad minnow developed to capture ranges that cannot be reached with minnow games. The difference in height between sudden diving and retrieval induces a sea bass bite. The larger line eye makes it easier to pass snaps and perform true tunes. Fixed center of gravity weight and dedicated eye position enable stress-free pin spot tracing. The Jester Minnow is a short-range shad minnow that has maximized response performance and usability.