I know that Bandit crankbaits seem to be the most popular used crankbaits for crappie but I'm wondering what other brands and what models do others use. I tried the Bass Pro Shops Crappie Max Crappie Cranks and like them.
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I know that Bandit crankbaits seem to be the most popular used crankbaits for crappie but I'm wondering what other brands and what models do others use. I tried the Bass Pro Shops Crappie Max Crappie Cranks and like them.
Strike King XD's , Crank R's, Flicker Shad, Wiggle Warts, Smash Shad. There's lots of good ones. There are more that I haven't used. I know "G" uses one that I haven't tried YET!!!
I use them also but have found I really like the Rebel CrankR baits better. Seem to have a much tighter wobble to me. Tried a couple of the Strikeking baits without much success. Hope this helps some. Flicker shad is another bait to look at.
I had a similar question just a little while back. You can see the response on this thread:
http://www.crappie.com/crappie/missi...k-options.html
I caught them on Bandits,Bass Pro Xd's,Storm Smash Shads,and Crappe Maxx. I was pushin and used 1 1/2 oz. of lead to get them down to the right depth. It doesn't matter if its a 200/ 300 cause the lead took them down like a downrigger and did not have to rely on the diving bill to pull them down.I didn't try any Rapalas Shad Raps with no rattle but I bet in clearer water or using a bright color, that they would work pushing!Just my 2 cents.I like to experiment and the challenge to catch fish on different things.I think I'm gonna try pullin cranks with the barrel sinkers the next time I go and even use my 12 foot trolling rods on the back to space those cranks wider.:dono
ScottV makes a 3 oz trolling weight that's works perfect for pushing. It dives 2/3 of the line out, plus 1 ' more for any crank you use on a 3' leader from the weight.
If I were to try this pushing method, would I need speed or just the weight to keep the crank down? I was wondering if I would go about it like regular trolling. I don't think I've considered this before. My boat is set up for trolling, but not for pulling cranks. I've always steered away from cranks due to the cost of setting up for it. I might be able to swing this.
I've pushed Rattle Traps with some success
If you use a weight to get it down I have done well with the original Rapala in #3 and #5 and Storm Thin Fin (or Bass Pro McShad).
I really like the Rebel CrappieCrank-R's best of all....they seem to have a better wiggle. Also the Lindey Shadling in size 7 is good.
CrappieMax, what I do is use 100,200 and 300 pushing I also use some little baits called wake baits that only run a foot deep when cast and retrieved. Most is baits I used to use green carp fishing. Experiment, I try to find something that is going to run a little different when pushing verses pulling. Started out pushing long before pulling. Used to fish 3 poles out the front with jigs and minnows spider rigging and 2 poles one out each side with 2-3 oz weight and push just fast enough to get the pait to wobble. Never just loaded boat but at times caught more doing that th an minnow rigs. Set your speed clip on a lure, put out about a foot of line, stick rod tip in water and watch your bait. You want to make sure it is going to wobble at that speed. Lots of big lipped baits won't wobble at slow speed.
Cray, thanks for that information. It lets me know that I don't know nothing about using this type of bait. I don't know what wobble means. Well, I know what "wobble" means, but I don't know a good wobble from a bad wobble! I suppose there is just going to be a learning curve with this like with everything else. I definitely appreciate the information though, and it gives me an idea of what I'm looking for and how to start out. I'm sure I'll be posting my learning experience and ideally pictures of fish eventually.Quote:
Originally Posted by cray
Now, I just have to worry about dying of heat stroke while I am out trying it.
The "wobble" of the bait translates to a vibration of the rod tip.
The different brands of baits have different wobbles. Some have a slower wider wobble (from left to right) and some have a faster tighter wobble. Don't worry about it tho. Just put em out there and go. It won't take long to figure it out. The fish will dictate what to use. If ya don't catch a fish on a particular bait in 15-30 minutes, just try a different color or style. With six rods out, you'll figure out the pattern and color for the day fairly quickly. If a bait that's been catching fish starts slowing down in production, change it. The color pattern can change during the day, according to the amount of sunlight, cloud cover, etc.
BTW, it's best to go with someone that's been pulling for awhile, and let them show you. It'll take most of the initial intimidation out of the equation.
Mr. Bill I've been trying to get you to take me out and show me the ropes but you wont let me go!Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRiverMarine
You go during the week, and us broke folks have to work!! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by TNcrappieprofessor
I'll take ya anytime we can find a mutual time to go tho!!!!!!! You know you're welcome!!!!!