Crankbaits: versatile lures for every predator angler
Crankbaits are among the most popular and effective lures in predator fishing. They are easy to use, available in countless variations, and suitable for almost all predator species. Whether you are fishing for pike, perch, zander, or asp: with the right plug you increase your chance of success.
What is a Crankbait?
A crankbait is a hard piece of lure, usually made of plastic or wood, equipped with a diving lip. This lip determines the action and the depth of the plug. While retrieving, the plug dives down and moves zigzagging or waddling through the water. There are plugs that float, sink, or even suspend, depending on how deep you want to fish.
Why fish with Crankbaits?
The great advantage of plugs is that they already have a lifelike action as soon as you retrieve them. This makes them ideal for both beginner and experienced anglers. Most plugs imitate injured prey fish – an irresistible trigger for hunting predators.
In addition, plugs are suitable for various techniques: casting from the shore, trolling from the boat, or even vertical jigging over deeper water.
Which crankbait suits your fishing?
The choice of the right crankbait depends on several factors:
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Length and weight: Smaller plugs (5-7 cm) are suitable for perch and trout, medium plugs (9-15 cm) for zander, and larger plugs (10-20 cm) for pike.
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Color: Bright colors work well in murky water, natural colors perform better in clear water.
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Shape: Slim plugs resemble prey fish more and are suitable for flowing water, while round plugs stand out more in still water.
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Diving depth: Pay attention to the lip: a straight, steep lip means shallow running, a slanted or long lip means deep running. Choose the right plug for the water depth where you fish.
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Property: Floating plugs are ideal for shallow water, sinking plugs are suitable for deep spots or winter fishing.
Tips for effective plug fishing
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Vary your retrieval speed to influence the action.
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Pause during retrieval: the plug rises briefly and imitates a dying fish.
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Use braided line for better contact and feel.
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Alternate between slim, round, and multi-jointed plugs if catches are poor.
Buying crankbaits?
In our shop you will find plugs in all shapes and sizes, from classics to modern designs. Use the filters to easily search by length, weight, and fish species. Let yourself be surprised by the power of plugs – your key to more bites.
