Bend it the way it needs to run. Running right bend left. It doesn’t take muchQuote:
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Bend it the way it needs to run. Running right bend left. It doesn’t take muchQuote:
Originally Posted by Jwater
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Hey folks.
I took a minute to make a depth chart and graph for Arkie 220s and 350s as well as Bandit 100s, 200s, and 300s. It's on google drive. Here's the link for it:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...it?usp=sharing
I'll also try and attach .pdfs of both.
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Well I have to say after 2 long days of reading I have finally made it to the end. This is my first full pass have read parts of it before. As everyone says thanks to all that have contributed now for my question. The Shakespeare real seems to be the cheapest out there right now any reviews on how they preform.
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They do good! I have some that are 2 years old and still work as well as the day they came out of the box!Quote:
Originally Posted by 2boatjoe
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Erin any problem with line getting behind spool.
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I have heard of people having that issue but I never have!
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Happens more with the OkumaQuote:
Originally Posted by 2boatjoe
For all you crank pullers Cabelas has there flicker shad and Grave Digger crankbaits on sale right now for 299
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Line will get behind the spool occasionally. Just take the side plate off, and lift the spool, and line will come out. Just be sure you have a small screwdriver with you.
I've been using the Shakespeare line counters since early spring. I can't complain about the reels at all for the price. I spooled them up with power pro 30 lb. braid on top of a filler, and have had no problem as of yet other than the clear plastic face came off one of the line counters. For the past few days we've been trolling for stripers and have landed close to a dozen 6 to 10 lb. Sea run stripers on them without a problem.
What type and size line is this graph created with?Quote:
Originally Posted by Wind Knot
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I would think it is for 10lb mono or equivalent.
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It took me three days and a little over $300.00 to read this thread.
Tom
Lol
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I'd say you got off cheap!! :RoflQuote:
Originally Posted by T_om
You must be a speed reader. I am a slow reader and it cost me 10 times that- trolling motor, rods,rod holders, baits, side kick, unbrellas, ect..Quote:
Originally Posted by T_om
I appreciate all the information that has been shared here. I have read it several times along with watching many Youtube videos on the subject. This past weekend I had the most success as I really tried to dial them in.
This guy has a few videos on the subject and does a good job with sharing information that is critical to getting started.
YouTube
My Weekend pulling cranks
https://www.crappie.com/crappie/virg...aits-9-8-18-a/
https://www.crappie.com/crappie/virginia/380527-buggs-island-pulling-crankbaits-9-9-18-a/
tip on tuning baits....Bend towards the side that is running lower in the water.
Guys I hate to ask a question that I know has already been asked on this thread several times, but this thread is incredibly long and several years old so I hope asking for some fresh input won't be a bother.
Anyway, I am curious to know what peoples most productive Bandit crank colors are. What are your "go-to" have to have colors in your arsenal at all times with 3 extras at all times colors!
Reason I'm asking is I'm trying to put a few in my box and evidently the days of the $2.99 Bandits online are long gone! I'm just trying to avoid having two or three boxes full of $6.00 cranks and using only a handful of them every time I get in the boat.
The best price I've found on 300's is at Grizzly which are $5.29 when buying six or more. Any suggestions as to other online vendors will also be greatly appreciated!
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Originally Posted by Zander70
Do any of you change out the hooks on your cranks to a different size or color? Some of the cranks seem to have big hooks for crappie.
Thanks,
Jim
My main alteration would be to put a #6 red on the front, and #4 red on the back.some days it seems that the fish will not take the #4 as deep as the #6
Skippa Chippa, that is almost the way the older steering was done before they came out with the heavy cable steering systems in use today. 4 pullies, a couple of springs for tension, a console with a steering wheel and of coarse the throttle and shifting cables and box. brings back memories for sure. It's functional that's what counts...
Does anyone use the Precision Trolling App?
The Bandit depth chart I found on here and have used for years is different than the app. For instance the chart from here says 10’ of line = 5’ for a Bandit 300. Precision Trolling says that will get you 4’. Looks to be a foot shallower at every point thru the chart. Not a huge deal but a foot deeper can have you fishing below the fish! Just want to get the thoughts of the experts in MS!
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That’s what I use. I actually sat down with phone and typed up a chart on computer with a little bit bigger numbers. Printed it out and took to office max and had it laminated. Much easier than fumbling with phone.Quote:
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Has anyone started out pulling cranks not using line counter reels and eye ball casting to the distance desired for depth?
If so any luck?
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Search Youtube for Mike Baker. He has several trolling with crankbait videos and that is how he deploys his baits.Quote:
Originally Posted by mhill1960
Thank you!Quote:
Originally Posted by KAYAKLIPJERKER
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I still do I only have half my rods rigged with line counters the rest are spinning reels!Quote:
Originally Posted by mhill1960
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Thank you!Quote:
Originally Posted by Erin Brewer
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For about 4 years now. Works good enough for me.Quote:
Originally Posted by mhill1960
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try power pro depth hunter metered line.
How long would you be able to pull cranks with a 36 volt minn kota ultera on a average day. Group 31 batteries on a 20 ft champion fish hunter. I have a 36 on my pontoon that I am thinking about putting on the boat for crappie fest. I was given a 4 hp Yamaha that needs work and not sure if I can get it running in time. How long do you normally pull during a day of fishing. Got no room for golf cart batteries or the money. Thanks
Rees can give you a better idea but I’d think biggest part of the day on that boat unless fighting a pretty strong wind. If this heat holds like we have been having I’d figure about 6 hours is all you will want in one stretch. What most do during crank fest is go out early, fish for awhile come in have lunch BS for awhile and go back out in the afternoon. You can hook charger up and charge for couple 3 hours while you recharge. So I don’t see you having any problems.Quote:
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I’m fairly new to pulling cranks but I’m wanting to get me some new rods just for this purpose but I’m wanting to stay away from 16’’ ft rods (just not for me) I would be mostly pulling from the front of the boat with 3 rods how effective would I be by using 8’ ft 10’ ft and 12’ ft and I was planning on using the PST rods with line counter reels. I’ve searched for some info on this but can’t seem to find any.
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Just 3 rods and not wanting to use 16' rods I'd go with a 6', 10' and 14'. That gives you 4' separation.
Thanks I read where others was doing a 4 ft separation but didn’t know if 2ft was enough or if I needed 4 ft.Quote:
Originally Posted by Swampseed
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if you don’t turn a lot and don’t put out a lot of line, 2ft separation is plenty.Quote:
Originally Posted by Javelin 180
with everybody livescoping there won't be any crappie left by the time crank pulling starts.
Lol. I thought the same thing when everybody started spider rigging.