Thread: Pulling Cranks 101

Originally Posted by Slab

I think it would be absolutely great if someone could consolidate this thread into an article that could be published on the Crappie.com home page. Someone that knows a little about the topic. I'd even offer that person a prize, maybe something on the order of one of our raffle prizes. Any takers? PM me if you are interested.

Slab - I am currently working on an article on an introduction to pulling cranks. Would that help?

Originally Posted by Slab

I think it would be absolutely great if someone could consolidate this thread into an article that could be published on the Crappie.com home page. Someone that knows a little about the topic. I'd even offer that person a prize, maybe something on the order of one of our raffle prizes. Any takers? PM me if you are interested.

Sure wish someone will, very interesting but hard to follow and weed out the bs

Originally Posted by bflowers

Sure wish someone will, very interesting but hard to follow and weed out the bs

Because you revived the issue, it seems I now have a volunteer. Thanks all. Good deal.

And it's not you CG1, you don't need any more layups.

Originally Posted by Slab

Because you revived the issue, it seems I now have a volunteer. Thanks all. Good deal.

And it's not you CG1, you don't need any more layups.

As someone who has read this entire thread several times, I can say with some authority, "You would have to be a little insane to volunteer for that job!"

Very cool

I have been trying to use the Off Shore planer boards and the Tadpoles trolling weights with a Arkie crankbait behind them. I really like those trolling weights. The Off Shore trolling boards handle the weight well. Making turns is a learning experiance......wide and gradual. Was doing pretty good untill a four pound catfish messed me up and tangled everything I had out. Will work on this concept some more.

Originally Posted by "G"

I have been trying to use the Off Shore planer boards and the Tadpoles trolling weights with a Arkie crankbait behind them. I really like those trolling weights. The Off Shore trolling boards handle the weight well. Making turns is a learning experience......wide and gradual. Was doing pretty good untill a four pound catfish messed me up and tangled everything I had out. Will work on this concept some more.

G - I apologize for LOL'ing right now - but: "Been there done that!" concerning the catfish. With me, that experience came on the great lakes trolling for walleye when a Salmonoid of some type not only tangled up the whole spread, but spooled two reels to boot. It was a nightmare to say the least. In the future - one learns to "clear boards fast" when a big 'un bites - but stuff still happens too fast sometimes.

Originally Posted by "G"

I have been trying to use the Off Shore planer boards and the Tadpoles trolling weights with a Arkie crankbait behind them. I really like those trolling weights. The Off Shore trolling boards handle the weight well. Making turns is a learning experiance......wide and gradual. Was doing pretty good untill a four pound catfish messed me up and tangled everything I had out. Will work on this concept some more.

What size Tadpoles are you using?

Originally Posted by SlabMeister

What size Tadpoles are you using?

Been using Size 2

Originally Posted by "G"

Been using Size 2

At slower speeds .7 to 1.3 mph) We've found that you can get by with a number 1, even down to 40 - 50 feet deep. The number two works at these speeds and depths as well - but works better for higher speeds.