A crankbait is one of the most popular bass lures of all time. Typically consisting of a hard body paired with a couple of treble hooks, these lures can be used in any water body to mimic crawfish, ...

From square bill to flat sided, these four crankbait styles each have a proven track record when it comes to triggering bass into biting. When it comes to catching bass, crankbaits deserve a treasured ...

There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...

There’s something about shallow fishing that hooks you as much as the fish. It’s visual, fast paced, and aggressive. When they’re queued up shallow, nothing comes close for plenty of bites. But it’s ...

Crankbait fishing benefits from a technique-specific rod design more than most other techniques. In general, a good crankbait rod includes deep flex and forgiving action, but enough sensitivity to ...

1. Square Bill Crankbaits Pull Bass Out of Shallow Cover A square bill crankbait is easily recognizable by its short square circuit board lip. Designed to move with its tail tilted up and its diving ...