Tips on How to use Crankbaits

Crankbaits are a workhorse of any tackle box. They are easy to use and present. Many are shallow running from about 3 to 5 feet. Others are mid range going from about 9 to 10 feet. Some have the ability to go from 18 to 20 feet deep. What kind of Crankbait to decide depends on the conditions and fishing situation. Below are some tips on effective use of a crankbait and how to choose an effective crankbait for a given situation.

• Crankbaits are contact lures. Hitting them against stumps, tree, rocks and even the bottom will yield results.
• In warm above sixty degrees choose a crankbait with a pronounced wobble. Likewise in temperatures below sixty degrees choose a bait with a tighter wiggle.
• If the water is stained so that a white object is visible at 2 to 4 feet choose the crankbait with a pronounced wobble.
• Bill length and angle of the crankbait's lip determine the depth. The sharper the angle, the longer the bill the deeper the crankbait will dive.
• For clear water use a natural presentation with a natural color to your bait. Fish sight feed in clear water so remember fish may have small brains but they are not stupid.
• Fish larger crankbaits for largemouth bass. preferably 3 to 5 inches in length.
• Crankbaits that rattle or make a sound are good in murky or stained water. Silent crankbaits are good in clear water.
• Invest in a crankbait retriever. It will pay for itself sooner than you think.

I hope these tips will help you on your next fishing adventure. Take care and good fishing. :)