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Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide
Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide
A proper realistic glidebait with a clever V-joint, slow-float behaviour and a tough TPE tail. One for pike anglers who like working a lure properly rather than just chucking and winding.
- Available in 13.5cm and 18cm lengths, with listed weights of 28g and 65g respectively.
- 3D-scanned baitfish detail, restricted kicking V-joint and a rolling swimming action.
- Soft ultra-realistic tooth-proof TPE tail with sharp Savage Gear Y-trebles.
- Slow-floating stop-and-go presentation, with an approximate diving depth of 1–2.5m and a wide speed window.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide in the listed 13.5cm and 18cm versions. Check the exact size and colour before buying, as weight, buoyancy and handling differ between variants.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A versatile, realistic glidebait with a cracking pause-and-go presentation. Variant details need checking, but the overall package is strong.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9/10
- Performance8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.8/10
- Ease of Use8.5/10
- Value for Money8.6/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Pike anglers fishing roach-rich waters. The realistic profile and rolling action give you a natural-looking baitfish imitation when pike are feeding on roach.
- Lure anglers who enjoy retrieve changes. The wide speed window and slow-float stop-start behaviour reward pauses, turns, lifts and little changes in pace.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers using light or finesse tackle. Even the smaller version is a proper predator lure, while the 18cm model weighs 65g and needs suitable casting gear.
- Anyone wanting a totally snag-free shallow lure. It carries treble hooks and runs around 1–2.5m, so weed, branches and shallow snags still need careful thought.
The lowdown
Introducing the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide
A proper realistic glidebait with a clever V-joint, slow-float behaviour and a tough TPE tail. One for pike anglers who like working a lure properly rather than just chucking and winding.
- Available in 13.5cm and 18cm lengths, with listed weights of 28g and 65g respectively.
- 3D-scanned baitfish detail, restricted kicking V-joint and a rolling swimming action.
- Soft ultra-realistic tooth-proof TPE tail with sharp Savage Gear Y-trebles.
- Slow-floating stop-and-go presentation, with an approximate diving depth of 1–2.5m and a wide speed window.
Quick verdict
A cracking roach imitation with loads of retrieve options
The 3D Roach Shine Glide has the right ingredients for a convincing pike lure: lifelike baitfish detail, a rolling action, a restricted V-joint and a slow-float stop-and-go style. It should be particularly handy when pike are tracking roach and you want a lure that hangs around rather than shooting off like a missile.
There’s a bit more to it than simply winding it back, too. Fish it steadily, pause it over weed or along a margin, and mix in little rod-tip movements. Just remember that the smaller listed version is still a substantial predator lure, and the two sizes don’t share exactly the same buoyancy classification.
A versatile, realistic glidebait with a cracking pause-and-go presentation. Variant details need checking, but the overall package is strong.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9/10
- Performance
- 8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.8/10
- Ease of Use
- 8.5/10
- Value for Money
- 8.6/10
The 3D detail, articulated body, TPE tail and Savage Gear Y-trebles make for a well-equipped predator lure.
The rolling action, wide speed window and reported 1–2.5m running depth give it plenty of retrieve flexibility.
A natural roach profile and slow-float pauses can keep the lure in a pike’s strike zone and encourage follows to turn into takes.
It should be straightforward to cast and retrieve, although the size, treble hooks and variant-specific buoyancy need a little attention.
The realistic build and useful action offer good versatility, especially if you’ll fish it across different depths and retrieve styles.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide
The Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide is a proper pike lure for days when a natural baitfish look matters. It’s based around a 3D-scanned roach profile, so you get the sort of small scale and body detail that can make a following pike hang around for one more look.
That’s the first thing that jumps out here. This isn’t a loud, chunky searchbait trying to bully its way through the swim. It’s built to look like a roach and move like one, with a rolling swimming action that gives the lure a bit of flash without turning it into a full-on panic merchant.
The restricted kicking V-joint is a neat bit of design. Rather than flapping wildly, it gives the lure a tighter, more controlled body movement. On a steady retrieve, that should help the Shine Glide look like a baitfish getting on with its day. Which, let’s be honest, is exactly what you want it to suggest.
Then there’s the slow-floating behaviour. That opens up the most useful part of the lure for me: the pause. Wind it down, let it glide, stop it beside a reed edge or over the top of a weedbed, then give it a moment. A pike following close behind gets a proper chance to commit instead of watching the lure disappear.
The wide speed window makes it less of a one-trick pony. You can crawl it when the water’s cold or the fish are sulking, then pick up the pace to cover more water when the rods are quiet. Keep the retrieve smooth, though. This is a lure to make work, not just a handle-turning exercise.
That slow stop-and-go approach should be especially handy around margins, weed edges and the ends of features where pike like to sit. Cast beyond the target, bring the lure through the strike zone, then pause as it reaches the money spot. A cheeky little lift or change of pace can be enough to turn a follower into a proper take.
The soft TPE tail is another sensible touch. It adds movement behind the joint and is described as tooth-proof, so it’s made for the business end of predator fishing. Pike are still pike, mind. Check the tail, joint and hook points after any contact, and don’t leave damaged tackle to sort itself out.
There are two listed sizes: 13.5cm at 28g and 18cm at 65g. That gives you a useful choice between a more manageable roach imitation and a bigger mouthful for fish looking for a substantial meal. The larger version is no featherweight, so pair it with a suitable pike rod, reel and line rather than trying to bodge it onto light lure gear.
One detail to keep straight is buoyancy. The lure is described as slow floating, but the 13.5cm version is also listed as SS sinking by GO Outdoors. That sounds like a variant or classification difference, so check the exact size and product listing before planning a retrieve around it. It’s a small bit of faff that could save a lot of head-scratching on the bank.
Overall, the 3D Roach Shine Glide looks like a cracking option for anglers who want a realistic glidebait with plenty of control. It offers a natural profile, a useful pause, a tough tail and enough speed range to stay interesting through a full session. Not the cheapest sort of lure category, perhaps, but it’s got proper versatility baked in.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Lengths
- 13.5cm and 18cm
- Weights
- 28g and 65g
- Buoyancy
- Slow floating; the 13.5cm version is also listed as SS sinking by GO Outdoors, so check the exact variant
- Running depth
- Approximately 1–2.5m
- Construction
- 3D-scanned baitfish detail, restricted V-joint and soft tooth-proof TPE tail
- Hardware
- Savage Gear Y-trebles
Specs checked with Savage Gear, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Why the Shine Glide is interesting
The big selling point is control. Its slow-floating character gives you time to pause the lure, let the water do the work and keep it in front of a following pike. That’s often the difference between a lazy shadow and a proper screaming take.
The restricted kicking V-joint keeps the action tight and baitfish-like, while the rolling swim adds flash without making the lure look completely frantic. Add the tooth-proof TPE tail and you’ve got a lure designed to cope with the rough-and-tumble side of pike fishing.
Closer look
A roach imitation with a proper pause game
The 3D-scanned baitfish detail gives the Shine Glide its natural starting point, but the action is what makes it useful. The restricted kicking V-joint keeps the swim controlled, while the rolling movement adds life and flash. It should look convincing on a steady retrieve without needing constant rod-tip theatrics.
The soft TPE tail sits behind that joint and is designed to cope with pike teeth. It also helps keep the rear of the lure moving when you slow things down. That’s ideal for stop-and-go work: wind it into the zone, pause, then let the lure do just enough to tempt a fish that’s only half interested.
Worth knowing. The listed versions don’t all have identical details. You’ll find 13.5cm and 18cm sizes at 28g and 65g, while the 13.5cm model is listed as SS sinking by GO Outdoors despite the lure being described generally as slow floating. Check the exact variant before buying.
Who it suits
Built for pike anglers who like to stay involved
This is a good fit if you enjoy changing things up. Try a steady retrieve over open water, then slow it right down beside cover. Pause it over weed, sweep it past a margin, or give it a small lift before letting it settle. The wide speed window means you’re not boxed into one pace.
The 13.5cm version should be the easier starting point for many anglers, especially if you want a manageable lure that still presents a proper roach-sized meal. The 18cm model at 65g is the bigger statement, suited to heavier predator tackle and situations where a larger profile makes sense.
It also makes sense for trolling, as the lure is described as suitable for that job. Keep an eye on tracking and depth, particularly near weed or shallow snags. With a reported running range of roughly 1–2.5m, it’s aimed squarely at useful mid-water and shallow-to-medium-depth pike work.
FAQs in full
The bits you’ll want cleared up
Start with a steady retrieve and add pauses where the lure reaches cover, weed edges or a change in depth. If a pike follows, don’t instantly speed up. A longer pause or gentle change of direction can keep the lure in the fish’s face.
Go 13.5cm if you want the more manageable option at 28g. Choose 18cm at 65g when you’ve got suitable heavy predator tackle and want a bigger roach-style profile. Colour choice matters too; the 13.5cm is listed in Goldfish and Perch options.
Match the rod, reel, line, leader and traces to the lure weight and pike fishing in general. The 18cm version is a serious 65g chuck, so don’t pair it with light lure gear. Always use a proper pike trace and check the trebles and tail after fishing.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Convincing 3D roach detail and a rolling, baitfish-style action.
- Slow-float behaviour makes pauses and stop-start retrieves properly useful.
- Tooth-proof TPE tail is a sensible touch for pike work.
- Wide speed window gives you room to fish it slowly or cover water.
- Available in two useful sizes for different prey and venues.
Worth knowing
- The 18cm, 65g version needs a suitable predator outfit and won’t suit light lure tackle.
- The articulated design and soft tail mean there are more bits to keep an eye on than with a simple hard plug.
- Buoyancy differs between versions, so don’t assume both sizes behave identically.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Is the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide floating?
Is the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide floating?
It’s described as slow floating for stop-and-go retrieves, but buoyancy can vary by size and listing. The 13.5cm version is listed as SS sinking by GO Outdoors, so check the exact pack before relying on it to sit up or sink.
02How deep does the 3D Roach Shine Glide run?
How deep does the 3D Roach Shine Glide run?
The reported diving depth is approximately 1–2.5m. Retrieve speed, line angle and tackle will all influence where it sits in the water.
03Can you troll the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide?
Can you troll the Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glide?
Yes, it’s described as suitable for trolling. Keep the speed sensible and pay attention to how the lure tracks, especially when working a new colour or size.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a cracking roach imitation with loads of retrieve options. The strongest reasons to choose it are convincing 3d roach detail and a rolling, baitfish-style action. and slow-float behaviour makes pauses and stop-start retrieves properly useful.; the main trade-off is the 18cm, 65g version needs a suitable predator outfit and won’t suit light lure tackle..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Convincing 3D roach detail and a rolling, baitfish-style action.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Pike anglers fishing roach-rich waters: The realistic profile and rolling action give you a natural-looking baitfish imitation when pike are feeding on roach.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “The 18cm, 65g version needs a suitable predator outfit and won’t suit light lure tackle.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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