Question about Cranks

[dboyd101]

Hey guys,

Anyone been having luck with crank baits? Looking to pick some up tonight for use tomorrow at a local secluded lake and am curious what ones would be best to purchase.

Thanks in advance.

-Dave

[catfishonthelake]

No need to go crazy spending top dollar on cranks, but if you do have it like that, Koppers makes some crazy life-like lures, although I have had problems with the paint chipping. That's just about the last thing you want when you're spending 10-bucks on a lure. I think for the money, Bomber and Norman have the best cranks. Try to get an idea of how deep the lake you're fishing is going to be and match it up with the diving-depth of the crank. If you're fishing a lake that is 5-feet deep and you buy cranks that dive to 10, you're going to have problems with getting hung-up. Buy a few baits that match the forage species in the lake (herring, bluegill, shiner or even craws) and then buy some in some bright colors. There's a lot that goes into crankbait fishing, but that's the basics.

[dboyd101]

Generally shallow b/c I'm going from the shore. I've definitely fished cranks before, but I was just curious if there were any favorites you guys use. Thanks for the info though. I'll check out some of the brands you mentioned today!

-Dave

[Fin Reaper]

Fat Raps and Balsa B's

[Fish_Harder]

Follow the advice that Catfishonthelake gave you and for this time of year make sure you are targeting main lake points as they are staging areas for post spawn fish. besides that look into drop off areas with a jerk bait for your pre spawn fish

[Lard Almighty]

My three favorite shallow cranks are Rapala Shallow Shad Rap, Mann's 1-Minus, and Rebel Humpback.