Hardy, Virginia
The Shad Taxi offers guided striper fishing trips on Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia. They operate a 32-foot Jupiter Center Console boat with 550 horsepower, captained by Todd, who has 20 years of experience on the lake. The Shad Taxi specializes in catching stripers, which are known for being strong fighters and can be caught year-round. They utilize live shad as bait, having transported shad across the lake for over two decades, which inspired the business name. The service aims to provide a relaxing or fast-paced fishing experience tailored to the client's preferences. They also offer fishing reports, information on places to stay and eat, and details about their charter services. Additionally, The Shad Taxi sells branded t-shirts and gift certificates.