norman lures 2024

deep-cranker reply :

Hey I just wanted to know if norman lures are any good, if they need to be tune constantly, and if they are durable.

TournyFish001 reply :

Norman lures are very good- I still can't believe how nicely priced they are. very durable and I have never had one out of tune... well some at my fault... their crankbaits have won a lot of tournaments- just pick up a bassmaster and you will always hear about a guy doing well with a DD22 seems to be a popular model- plus they have MANY different colors to choose from- yep cant go wrong with a Norman

roadwarrior reply :

Welcome aboard!

I caught my PB on a Norman Fat Boy, bluegill pattern.

TournyFish001 reply :

Just noticed your screen name "DEEP-CRANKER"- that confirms you should grab a couple Norman DD22's and crank away

CJ reply :

Welcome to "THE" board!

I like DD22 and DLN.Sometimes you will get one that needs tuning.

ejtaylor822 reply :

BOught a couple back in the spring. Think it was Gander Mtn had them on sale and I picked up several. Havn't used them a lot but so far they run nice and appear to be very well made.

Brad_Coovert reply :

Norman makes great baits. The DD22, DLN, Middle N, Thin N and Fat Boy are some of my favorite baits. Most times, they are true out of the box, but sometimes they need tuned. No big deal though.

Brad

5bass reply :

You have to throw a DD22 at some point in your fishing career. It would be best to do it sooner rather than later. In my opinion, its the best deep crank for the money on the market.

bighed reply :

I take a full set of DD22's, DD14's, and DLN's to every tourny. A total of about 40 Norman's. That's what I think about them. big

Root beer reply :

DD22, my favorite crankbait. ;D

.ghoti. reply :

Norman cranks are the best value cranks on the market, and have been for quite a while. Very durable, decent hooks, lots of colors; not that you need lots of colors. Every now and then I get one that needs tuning, but not that many; maybe one out of eight. Litte N, Thin N, Fat Boy, Deep Little N, are some of my favorite baits. I don't leave home without "em.

Cheers,

Shadcranker reply :

Great baits and even better value for the $$$.

I'd say for the money that Norman and Bandit make the best quality baits out there.

The DD 14 and DD22's are both great for structure (ledge fishing).

The DBN is a great little bait for winter and eary spring.

Rapala makes a fine bait, but for the money, I tend to buy more Bandits and Normans.

deep-cranker reply :

Thanks guys. I heard a rumor going around about norman crankbaits needing to be tuned after only 5 and up casts and by burning the baits. I doubt its true. But I want to hear what you guys think.

Infidel. reply :

All cranks that I know of except for the Mann's 79 will need to be turned at one point or another and any crank fisherman worth his/her salt should be able to tune their cranks like it is second nature. If you are running your baits into the rocks and wood like you should, your baits are going to need to be tuned frequently. That being said, Norman cranks are some of the best cranks out there regardless of the price. Their finish holds up better than any Lucky Craft, Jackal, Megabass, or other $15-25 baits on the market, they have great action, and fish eat em!

Cory N reply :

A quality product at a great price. It can be done!! Love that gelcoat glitter finish too

Branuss04 reply :

I lost my two LC's. Looks like i'll have to fill the holes with some normans'

Dean reply :

Great lure at a great value. I've caught some nice ones on Lake Champlain a couple of times with them. They are one of my favorite cranks.

cart7t reply :

My wife caught her PB on a Norman jerkbait. They only produced those for a couple years in the early 90's though.

I've caught plenty of fish on Norman's N series. Great baits, the sunshine gelcoat finishes are durable and they're priced right.

BassHunter69 reply :

ohhhhhhhhhh i love those dd22's if you anit crank'n you aint living,if your crank'n right you'll be hitting brushpiles,laydowns,rocks etc..s so tune ups are just a part of crank'n and i dont mean tuning the e.q on the stero

Catt reply :

The only bait that is capable of competing with Plastics or Jigs on Toledo Bend far tournament wins is DD22's

BassHunter69 reply :

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The only bait that is capable of competing with Plastics or Jigs on Toledo Bend far tournament wins is DD22's

i knew you was a smart man Mr Catt

Stringjam reply :

+1 on what has been said already......and +2 on what Infidel said.

DD22's aren't my favorite deep crank, but they are one of the best, proven deep crankbaits in life - - especially for the price.

MALTESE FALCON reply :

Back in April I bought a Mad N in lavender shad and didn't use until about six weeks ago, what a mistake that was. It has produced many shallow water largemouth since. You can bet there will be more Norman lures in my arsenal next season.

Falcon

deep-cranker reply :

Thanks for the info guys, I just bought a few norman crankbaits on basspro.com. They are the DD 22, middle N, and the deep baby N. I can't wait to try it. Got any tips for the baits?

bassnleo reply :

Make sure you have the right rod and line for the crankin your doing. Most use a fiberglass or composite rod with a slow action, this will help you keep fish hooked. Line size will actually affect how deep your bait will run. I throw my DD22's on mostly 10 lb test since I want maximum depth out of them. If I'm fishing cranks around cover I'll usually upsize my line to 12, maybe 14, if depth is not critical. ALWAYS check your hooks, sharp hooks are essential. ALWAYS check the first 5 feet or so of your line, it will get knicks and scuffs from going arcoss cover your fishing around.

I'm sure there is stuff I missed but can't think of it now.

Good luck

deep-cranker reply :

Norman lures is taking forever on there new web sit as well as zoom and lucky strike.

bassmaster8100 reply :

In my book theyve got the best deep cranks out there, the norman little deep n, in lavender shad has been putting alot of quality fish in the boat for me

moby bass reply :

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Sometimes you will get one that needs tuning

Yep, I got it. > First one I ever bought, then I lost it several days later

bass109 reply :

norman lures are alright, one of my friends kept using that crank for decades.

Avalonjohn44 reply :

I only have 4 norman baits, the Thin Ns in different colors. Not a single one was in tune when I bought it, and not one stays in tune for long... I'm gonna put em on ebay one of these days... I haven't used a DD22, which a ton of people here swear by, only because I don't have any ponds/lakes around here deep enough to use. And if I did, I have no boat yet, so a 22ft diver wouldn't be for me yet...

guest reply :

I guess I'm swimming against the tide on this one.

I have not had much luck with Norman CB's.

I do much better with wiggle warts.

what kind of action characterize Norman baits?

for example, wiggle warts are known for a wide wobble.

and others for a tight wobble?

What is the Norman wobble/wiggle?

bassmaster8100 reply :

avid, id say with all the norman cranks that ive used they fit the wide wobble category. ive been using the little deep n, dd18 and dd22

Stringjam reply :

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I guess I'm swimming against the tide on this one.
I have not had much luck with Norman CB's.

I do much better with wiggle warts.

what kind of action characterize Norman baits?

for example, wiggle warts are known for a wide wobble.

and others for a tight wobble?

What is the Norman wobble/wiggle?

It depends on which model.....I've used most of them, but for the past part, years ago.

DD22 - moderate wobble

DD14 - wider

DLN - moderate

Little N - tight

Deep Baby N - wide

Thin N - wide

Crappie Crankbait - wide

None of them are as wide as a Wiggle Wart - -

There's about a dozen more models that I don't remember.......I like some of them, but there are others I prefer for most situations.

My favorite Norman's is actually the Crappie Crankbait. ;D If I'm desperate for fish and all else fails - that's the bait I'm tying on......I've caught so many bass on that little thing in tough conditions - - and Spots will try to rip the rod out of your hands hitting that thing.

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