Inexpensive But Effective Deep Crankbaits? 2025
DaveT63 reply :
I'm looking for some relatively cheap (maybe $5-10) but effective deep crankbaits. I'm fishing a tournament next weekend in a lake much deeper than I typically fish in. My usual ponds are MAYBE 8-9 feet deep (which is why I don't want to spend a fortune on crankbaits that I can't normally use), but this lake has spots down to 26-30 feet deep. I don't plan on getting THAT deep, but would like to be able to get down below 10'. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!!
Dave
clayton86 reply :
Dicks usually has matzou or how ever its spelled cranks on sale for under 5 bucks there shiny and go deep I pick up a few every now and then. There also running a sale atleast up here on clacking rap and dt cranks 2 for 10 bucks not a bad deal at all
WanderLust reply :
Strike King 6XD.... Not the best but certainly cheap / effective.
Hooligan reply :
In terms of cost, Strike Kings are among the best value and reasonably effective as are Norman. Learn to tune your baits and you won't have any problems.
Flangler reply :
Bombers, effective and cheap!
bassin is addicting reply :
Bomber Fat Free Shad.. i had my luck in Crawfish color
Jr size dives to 14ft
full size dives to 18ft
we were fishing a lake where the level was up about 12ft over normal stage. i was able to get down to some grass/weeds and some good success.
i was using 8lb McCoy line and was able to get down further than my boater who was using Strike King 6XD with 12lb mono.
p.s. i also hooked a 12lb flat head catfish that same day on the FF Shad. i thought i had hooked a monser bass... LOL!!
Nice_Bass reply :
Norman DD22 or fat free shad.
really the only two cranks i use.
Gatorbassman reply :
Academy Sports H2O Deep cranks are great right out of the box. There $5 a peice.
Vinny Chase reply :
On 6/14/2011 at 9:10 PM, clayton86 said:Dicks usually has matzou or how ever its spelled cranks on sale for under 5 bucks there shiny and go deep I pick up a few every now and then. There also running a sale atleast up here on clacking rap and dt cranks 2 for 10 bucks not a bad deal at all
I wouldn't touch Matzuo cranks with a ten foot pole. After every cast you have to tune them and they never stay on track during the retrieve.
If your price range is $5-10, I would go with the Rapala DT series. All I really use are DT's, Normans, and 6xds, because they work and I have confidence in them.
Bass_Fanatic reply :
Another vote for Bomber FF Shad!
maq88 reply :
bomber, norman,and most rapalas wont go over $10
but it'll be easier finding rapalas around sport chalet, sports authority, etc.
IntroC reply :
Cheap and effective? Strike King Series 5 & 6s and their 5xd & 6xds.
BassThumb reply :
On 6/15/2011 at 12:33 AM, Vinny Chase said:I wouldn't touch Matzuo cranks with a ten foot pole. After every cast you have to tune them and they never stay on track during the retrieve.
If your price range is $5-10, I would go with the Rapala DT series. All I really use are DT's, Normans, and 6xds, because they work and I have confidence in them.
Good advice. Matzuo cranks are junk, some of the worst baits I've ever tried.
surfer reply :
In a pinch have used a split shot weight about 2ft up the line from my standard crank.
NJ-BassSnacher reply :
STRIKEKING!
surfer reply :
In a pinch I have used a split shot weight about 2ft up the line from my standard crank.
roadwarrior reply :
DD22
CWB reply :
Fat Free Shad
Strike King 6XD
Norman DD22
All around $6.00 and all work.
deep reply :
On 6/15/2011 at 9:10 AM, BassThumb said:Good advice. Matzuo cranks are junk, some of the worst baits I've ever tried.
Off-topic, but I picked up two Matzuo poppers for $4 on clearance. Looks pretty cool, and catches fish, for me anyway.
Chris at Tech reply :
You have many options, as others above have mentioned.
But I haven't seen anyone mention Bandits.
lavbasser reply :
Chris you beat me to it. +1 on Bandits, Norman, Bomber, Wiggle Warts, Speed Traps, and Rapala.
Siebert Outdoors reply :
norman dd22. Only one I buy.
Vinny Chase reply :
On 6/15/2011 at 10:30 AM, deep said:Off-topic, but I picked up two Matzuo poppers for $4 on clearance. Looks pretty cool, and catches fish, for me anyway.
I actually really like the one Matzuo popper I have. It looks just like a Megabass, for 1/20 of the price haha...The only problem I have with the company I have is their inconstancy. I bought a spook style bait in one of the coolest colors I have ever seen, but it just lays on its side.
flippin and pitchin reply :
At 4.49 to 4.99 each, Normans are the best value I have found. Luhr Jensen Hot Lips are my second choice. I have a half dozen SK baits but find myself going back to my tried and trues. Confidence is a good thing.
Goose52 reply :
On 6/16/2011 at 5:32 AM, flippin and pitchin said:At 4.49 to 4.99 each, Normans are the best value I have found. Luhr Jensen Hot Lips are my second choice. I have a half dozen SK baits but find myself going back to my tried and trues. Confidence is a good thing.
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Check your WalMart for DD22s. Mine has a very limited selection of DD22s but the price is pretty good at between $4 and $5 depending on color. One color (Black Splat) they price at something like $3.96, the other colors they price at around $4.96 (go figure).
I actually prefer the Hot Lips Express over the DD22 - they seem to dive faster and get at least as deep as the DD22. However, they're usually a bit more expensive than the Norman bait.
PondBoss reply :
Bomber all the way! Guaranteed to run with no tuning right out of the box.
DaveT63 reply :
Thanks for the input, everybody! I just placed an order for some Strike King 6XDs and some Fat Free Shads. Now to run to Wally World and the local tackle shops to look for those DD22s!
Quillback reply :
TW is having a one day sale on SK 4X, 5X and 6X cranks. $3.26 each.
catchnm reply :
Uhhhh......Hellbender, gets down deep quick.
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