Summer Crankbait Fishing - Everything You Need To Know!

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Crankbait fishing in Summer is a great way to catch fish! Crankbaits catch fish from shallow to deep, and they'll catch giants too! If you want to take your crankbait fishing to the next level, we're here to help!
Crankbaits are an enormous category. There are hundreds of options on the market from magnum deep divers, to shallow square bills, and a variety of options in between. This time of year we focus our attention on the two ends of the spectrum. We throw magnum deep divers and shallow crankbaits more than all the other categories combined.
Below you'll find links to the exact baits we throw, along with the gear we use to fish them. We've included our favorite rods and reels, as well as some of the hooks and split rings we use to upgrade hardware on these baits. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
MAGNUM DEEP CRANKS...
-Strike King 10XD: bit.ly/2gHT4F0
Colors: Sexy Blue Black Herring, Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Sexy Shad
-Azuma Z Boss 22, 24, 25: bit.ly/2poLKUC
Colors: Grand Shad, Goldie Lox, Hot Mess
-Megabass Big M 7.5: bit.ly/2yHmm4R
Colors: Wagin Hasu, Yuzu Shad, Jukucho Shad
-6th Sense Cloud 9 C25: bit.ly/2BQ4uDs
Colors: Blue-Treuse Shad, Wild Shad, 4K Shad
DEEP DIVING CRANKBAITS...
-River2Sea Tactical DD 75: bit.ly/37dclbX
Colors: Metallic Shad, Natural Gill, DD Minnow
-Norman DD22: bit.ly/2LKB37w
Colors: Tropical Shad, Chili Bowl, TW Ghost Lavender Shad
-Rapala DT16 and DT20: bit.ly/2BL0UYl
Colors: Citrus Shad, Green Gizzard Shad, Red Crawdad
-Strike King 6XD: bit.ly/2ery44M
Colors: Sexy Blue Back Herring, Powder Blue Back Chart
SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...
-River2Sea Biggie Poppa: bit.ly/2ahCzvo
Colors: Gizzard Shad, Abalone Shad, I Know It
-Lucky Craft 1.5: bit.ly/2BGxKPa
Colors: American Shad, BP Golden Shiner, Green Herring
-13 Fishing Jabber Jaw: bit.ly/3z7hVdH
Colors: Black Back Shad, Lucky Charm, Olive Shad
EXTRA SHALLOW CRANKBAITS...
-Spro Baby Fat John 50: bit.ly/2V03giW
Colors: Honey Shad, Matte Shad, Citrus Shad
HOOK UPGRADES...
-Owner ST-35: bit.ly/2g8uCMj
-Owner ST-36 Treble: bit.ly/2cWpeyw
-Gamakatsu EWG Bronze: bit.ly/2cZrsbY
EXTRA DEEP DIVING COMBO...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 968 Crankbait: bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Tranx 200 (HG): bit.ly/2Tv0yCy
Line- Sunline Super FC 15 lb: bit.ly/2p7fxju
DEEP DIVING COMBO...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 906 CBR: bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Metanium MGL 150 B (XG): bit.ly/2ezIBfB
Line- Sunline Crank FC 12 lb: bit.ly/3fohguC
SQUAREBILL CRANKBAIT COMBO...
Rod- G Loomis IMX Pro 845 CBR: bit.ly/2og0BmK
Reel- Shimano Bantam MGL (HG): bit.ly/2H44yjG
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb Mono: bit.ly/2ae97J9
BUDGET CRANKBAIT COMBO...
Rod- St. Croix Mojo Glass 7'4" MH: bit.ly/2YIxLy5
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 (HG): bit.ly/2NfdOnk
Line- Sunline FC 15 lb: bit.ly/2h4LNjm
WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??
We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...
TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: bit.ly/38YpPIz
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MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY...
Trolling Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex 112: bit.ly/2vFQypW
Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15: bit.ly/35HuPRY
Anchors- Minn Kota Talons: bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Net- Frabill Conservation PLD 2612: bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Camera- GoPro Hero 9: bit.ly/2KQ0VEI
FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…
Favorite sunglasses: bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite life jacket: bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Storage Box: bit.ly/3kngvEG
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If you plan to do any shopping, using our links before doing your shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won't be able to even see a difference but they'll know you're one of us!
#crankbait #bassfishing #summerfishing

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@grippinglipsfishing5671 Год назад

Just caught my biggest bass in the past 10 years on a squarebill. I was night fishing from shore in about 3 foot of water the night before the full moon. It was a beautiful night, and an even more beautiful fish! She swam away happy and healthy!

@jasperminton9027 Год назад

I bank for bass at night in the summer a lot on my local lake in southern Kentucky. Just this year I started using crank baits. Do you have any pointers fishing at night from the bank with crank baits? I'd like to catch a 10lder too😁. Great job buddy!

@andybales7318 Год назад

@@jasperminton9027 u should be using a whopper plopper, jitterbug, or buzzbait at night! Use black & will get some explosive strikes

@grippinglipsfishing5671 Год назад

@@jasperminton9027 Honesty I just started night fishing more due to my responsibilities at home (wife is pregnant and can't lift our 2 year old due to her being a high risk pregnancy). So I usually go after I put my 2 year old to bed. I have learned that I do better on banks that had wind blowing on it during the day, and especially if there are rocks or docks. I have my best luck with natural colors even though it's dark out. The guys from TB have great videos on night fishing. I remember them saying a bluegill doesn't change colors between day/night. This has rang true for me. My best producing lures have been jack hammer chatterbait, squarebill cranks, and pop max popper. Hope this helps and tight lines brother.

@jasperminton9027 Год назад

I fish at a marina right when the sun's going down until midnight most summer nights. I've been fishing years with Texas rigged worms and creature baits. I've done the best in zoom mag 2s,ol monster, and speed rail worms. Ol monster old purple color..wich is hard to find now a days...and the speed worm in black red flake, have landed me big bass...all night long some nights. Brush hogs and reaction innovations smallie beaver do we'll on nights they aren't hitting worms. There are lights around the marina also. I walk probably 200 yards up and down the bank because they usually crews up and down it. I just recently started using crank baits around it. I'm still getting the hang of them but can tell I'm going to love fishing them.

@jasperminton9027 Год назад

Congratulations on your babies bro. You'll have a conboater before you know it.

@jamesedmonds8823 Год назад

I felt that deep breath after she snapped off 😂. Great vid bud! She went to a good purpose!!

@svn45246 Год назад

I’ve seen you guys do this a few times. I bought the rods and reels and cranks. I’ve gotten a few here and there but I’ve finally kind of figured it out with all your guy’s advice. Well two days ago I just started to wreck em! Ten boats around me and I was the only one hollering and just yanking on em. Tried crank after crank but when that Tactical DD went on it was go time. It was wide open for me for almost three hours. Still sore. Thanks guys!!!!!

@randomheroat420 Год назад

This information is priceless, thanks Tim

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

Great information as always. Thank you, Tim!

@dennisederer3594 Год назад

Thank you for another exceptional and in depth presentation on the loyal crank baits. Will hit it again tomorrow.

@davidpenner2903 Год назад

I love summer night cranking. When hit, it's like a freight train. Thank you for the awesome video. Much apprecited!

@adammolotfishing Год назад

I have honestly learned virtually everything I know from you guys. Your content is not only fun and entertaining but also helpful and educational. I've caught my two biggest bass up here in Ontario Canada with your designed lures. Caught nearly a 5lb largemouth off a rocky island point in some high heat yesterday with the Tactical DD Crank. Thanks for the amazing content and helping so many succeed on the water

@robertholt6606 Год назад

Another informational video!

@kevinbeaudean704 Год назад

Thanks again Tim. I use 1' running cranks often and there are quite a few out there. Manns 1- series, lucky craft 1.5 and 2.5 are favorites of mine. Great baits for running banks and swallow flats. Super deep cranks I really have little use for but a wiggle wart is always hard to beat and the water can be hot. Keep up the good work you are appreciated.

@bengreeninsuranceagency Год назад

Easy to get discouraged for sure! Thank you for the tips!

@VinceNiergarth Год назад

Thanks again guys!

@TheeRustyCage Год назад

Gonna try all this at Lake Murray in SC this coming weekend 🤞

@TriedWhistle Год назад

Love the channel!!

@robertmetcalfe8828 Год назад

Subscribed for 2 years now. Bought my 1st Bass boat in 2021. And I just want to thank you both Matt, and Tim. I’m learning so much from your channel. For the 1st time I got a school of Bass fired up on my local reservoir. 3/4oz jackhammer w/largo shad(your recommendation) was the ticket. And that 11inch C-Mac has been killer too. Thank you!

@jeremytjensvold9936 Год назад

The C Mac is a monster killer

@youtubzkoz Год назад

You are right about them being feeding machines. I saw it during the shad spawn this year. little guys that would normally be about a pound were eating so many shad they were 2+ lbs easy at 12-13". and I caught my pb felt like it had 5 big gizzards in it.

@sautterfishing Год назад

You needed a new crankbait anyways Tim! That thing was worn down like you said. 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️. You didn’t waiver though. Just kept talking. Lol. You did start casting up current though. Good choice. Love you guys and what you do for the fishing community! Keep up the great work!

@alcav54 Год назад

You guys have to come up with a “Burn! Burn! Burn! Pause!” Shirt

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

Why not an entire collection? I'll add "twitch twitch twitch" to the list. :-)

@LookIDrum Год назад

Oh this is nice. I've got some time off next week and my dad and I are planning specifically to do some deep cranking and dropshot. Don't have anything that I think can handle the 10XD though. 1oz is the highest weight potential on any of my rods.

@chrisrittenburg1719 Год назад

I like the Rapala DT Fat for super shallow cranking.

@johnhodson5120 Год назад

When is it a good time to throw HUGE squarebills? Like the 4.0 or 8.0. You give massive amounts of information. You've opened my eyes to so many new and different techniques. Keep it coming

@tacticalbassin Год назад

We have a dedicated video on this actually. But it's matching the size of baitfish they're eating. If you see bass eating big threadfin, Gizzard, Shiner, etc... then throw them. I'd you don't see that, focus on Spring when you know they're targeting bluegill.

@V8anyday Год назад

@@tacticalbassin Yo Tim L, I challenge you to come to our local lake and catch bass. It is impossible in the summer. What say you?

@live2fishofficial Год назад

Being landlocked to shore fishing stinks sometimes. I love cranks, but with the shoreline getting choked out with weeds, it’s impossible. Wish I could get out there to some deeper water to get more use out of them more than just the early spring and late fall. Great breakdown as always on the correct gear and bait pairing! Glad you didn’t go viral with being taken out by that tow. That could’ve been bad!

@richardbossman9875 Год назад

Unless your grass/weeds are growing all the way to the surface you can still fish crankbaits. Super shallow cranks like the Mann’s 1 minus and others can skim over the top or if you are more fortunate and you have grass that doesn’t make it to within a few feet of the surface you can “ worm” a crankbait by cranking/pulling it down to the top of the grass and letting it float back up and repeating. I’m for the most part landlocked like you and I’ve done well with just a pull/pause retrieve on harder vegetation (algae is harder to deal with IMO).

@live2fishofficial Год назад

Does the Mann’s 1 minus almost fish like a popper then? I’ve got to look into those. The shallowest I have is 2-5ft divers and they’re getting fouled up on every cast. The weeds I’m fishing near are high enough that if top water trebles hit too hard and submerge they get caught up occasionally.

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

I'm a bank angler in Florida, so, yes, a few weeds to deal with. :-) . I mainly rely on jigs, weedless swimbaits and swimming worms instead of crankbaits. Not the same I know, but this time of year a lot of our fish are buried in grass.

@live2fishofficial Год назад

@@oldeschoolbob1022 same here, there’s just a few baits I miss not being able to throw year round from the bank

@tagg946 Год назад

@@live2fishofficial nope, they fish like a sqaurebill/wakebait. my favorite shallow crank/wake crank ever made is the old storm subwart. i dont believe theyre made anymore, because i can only find them on ebay and whatnot, but dude, those little baits are absolutely money. I fish them braid to leader, fluorocarbon if i want it to dive a foot or less, and mono if i want it to run as a topwater bait. They are awesome, but the price of them is going up quickly. Theyre double the price they were 2-3 years ago, but trust me, they catch slobs.

@jesusquintero3290 Год назад

Thank you guys for all the great knowledge you guys put out. You guys should cover gear ratios and break it down.

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

It's an old one, but here you go: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Zwamx_ArRsc.html . Worth a click just to see Matt BTB (Before The Beard) . This would probably be a good topic to update. Good luck out there!

@vuexiong6087 Год назад

Thank you!

@MichaelJones-tz8cp Год назад

Hey guys y’all should check out Douglas it’s within three hours of your home, and it has some larger bass than some other lakes in Tennessee.

@The_Bass_Stunters Год назад

Ok guys please quit talking about the Megabass Big M 7.5! It absolutely hammers them! Run it on a high quality 15lb flouro or my fav #20 braid to leader and hang on 25+ feet of pure adrenaline!!

@kenmccarthyfishing Год назад

Great video ,hey Tim did you bust off your DD6 while you were making this video around 17:30 😂🤣???🤷

@jamesc.murray5932 Год назад

Tim: Good video, and nice that you touched on the 'super shallow' crankbaits, and their application. Yet, if you would expand on the 'super shallow' subject within another video, it would be greatly appreciated. From my own experience going through various, more shallow-running crankbait choices/offerings of various companies, there are some really 'funky' looking super shallow running choices for the angler to purchase and use, today. Different shapes of squarebills (like you touched-on within this video), super shallow runners with 90 degree/right angle front blades, moving blades (like you touched on within this video), etc.. I would think you would have the knowledge on this niche subject to share with us, you may have video footage on how the various super-shallow runners work/swim, and it would also be a timely sub-subject and a fun video to produce, as well.

@kevinbeaudean704 Год назад

I don't know what you throw now but lucky craft has a strong crank in 1.5 and 2.5 size that's great. Sometimes hard to find but they run about a foot. Manns has the 1- series in 3 sizes that all work great also.

@JasonCarrara Год назад

We're just getting into trout fishing up north. Water still cold I don't think they'll even spawned yet but it's coming

@rickyd865VOL Год назад

I found the biggest LM I ever seen. Scoped her daily routine. She been there for 3 days. How I found her she snatched my T-Mac and broke my 12lb assassin flouro like nutn. Waiting on my proline 65lb to come from your link. “Oh yes,she will be mine boys!!” On a mission. Ninja time!!

@Straight_Kash Год назад

Have you guys ever tried the 6th Sense Movement cranks? They are super shallow and have the most aggressive kick, very unique bait!

@eddiestephens868 Год назад

Awesome as usual man that was a bucket full of information. I fish Chickamauga when I can, actually it is the only lake I fish and it’s about a 100 miles from me so I can’t go often. I usually put in at the park or Chesterfrost and haven’t been much past the power plant. Is there some good ledge fishing or deep crank fishing north like around 60 bridge? I did go with Cole Sands to 60 bridge in November last year but that’s it. I know this was long just to ask that question, sorry! Thanks Tim for all y’all’s great videos.

@Lee-vg8yk Год назад

Cool

@vuexiong6087 Год назад

That tow boat was giving me a scare 😳. Seen so many accidents on RU-vid. Thanks for the tips

@immanuelroach Год назад

FINALLY

@robertdaly6512 Год назад

Have you guys tried out the XD series of rods that were created to use with the XD baits, specifically the 10XD?

@RakaBaronNektarMadu Год назад

Good

@riclindsey329 Год назад

Before children became involved I'd go into our Bass Pro and if they had 12 crank baits that I liked on the shelf I'd grab them all and I'd loose them before the next weekend and be back for more,,the same with the 1/4 jigs

@brandonolson1959 Год назад

Almost caught my first fish on a sqaurebill today I seen the first part of this video at work and went straight to try it afterwards thought I had the one on must've shook me off

@montuckyman4982 Год назад

Do you guys ever use the Berkley Dredger 25+? They get DOWN there with a lot less pull than some. Smaller profile if the fish aren't eating the big 10.

@ILLUMINATHAN79 Год назад

It’s all about that burn, burn, burn, pause…!

@mikewelter180 Год назад

Hey Tim, I started to put "soft" split rings on most of my crankbaits after watching one of Matts videos. I've noticed, over time, that I don't see you guys using them on crankbaits. Any reason why not? Thanks!

@gewglesux Год назад

I throw what i can find in stock!

@laho1106 Год назад

Thanks for another awesome learning experience! Not sure how I have missed this video.. Could you share some thoughts on the 2020 Metanium MGL as a crankbait reel now that there is a new Bantam as well as a Daiwa Zillion HD out on the market? Would you still buy a Metanium for 6XD cranking? How is it matched up against Bantam and Zillion?

@DavidMccallister65 Год назад

No Berkley Dredgers?🤔

@JimbobZ17 Год назад

Berkley dredgers, square bulls and frittside are fantastic.

@patrickh.5435 Год назад

I love deep cranking and have been trying the Mann's E-Z 30+ Crankbait it just hasn't worked out yet. Do you think it's possible to be having a crankbait that deep and still catch fish?

@jaredanderson6121 Год назад

With the different colors is there a color u start with first or just which ever one u pick up first

@Grand-Massive Год назад

Are shad colors still effective up north where there is a lot less shad? Or would you be better off with different color patterns?

@DavidBronstein1961 Год назад

In my waters I never have to go deeper than 15 feet. So I think I’m gonna use mid-depth cranks like a 5XD. For that, can I get away with a MH rod? And would you recommend moderate action ? Glass? Composite? Thanks!

@williamchandler8807 Год назад

I just wish I could fish with yall

@williamchandler8807 Год назад

How do Ik this is legit

@RockyCagno Год назад

what size rod for the extra deep?

@V8anyday Год назад

Yo Tim, I challenge you to come to our local lake and catch some bass. Our lake is impossible in the summer. What say you?

@SolomonsOutdoorReviews Год назад

How deep do they go if u trolling?

@MrBeams707 Год назад

Dont forget it is extremely important to sharpen your hooks!

@andybales7318 Год назад

Big Swimbait setups work for 10x D?

@TheKodiakWay Год назад

I'm surprised the Zodias 765 isn't listed!?!?

@jonathanharris7730 Год назад

What knot do you recommend for crank baits?

@bradcollier6572 Год назад

Do you change your colors up at night?

@farinafranqui Год назад

How would I fish a lake like Lake Allatoona?

@rodNbowoutdoors Год назад

You already have the Humminbird Mega Live Target lock? How do you like it?

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

Did you see the video he did on it about a month ago? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CYKlczA_65Q.html . Hope that helps.

@brianrobinson9979 Год назад

I tried to go cranking yesterday in Tennessee on my kayak and got trapped on shore for over 3 hours during a thunderstorm that just kept respawning right over me. It was miserable and I didn't even catch anything 😢 finally decided to make a run for it back to the boat ramp and after dragging my kayak to the top of the ramp the skies decided to clear up. This has convinced me to get a rainsuit but now I need to convince my wife to let me spend the money on a quality one. Matt and Tim: What is a good quality lightweight easily packable bib and jacket rain suit that I can carry on my Kayak?

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

Did you watch their Buyers Guide for apparel? Maybe a good place to start if not: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-e57v9e-gdDo.html

@brianrobinson9979 Год назад

@@oldeschoolbob1022 yeah I did but they didn't comment on the rain gears packability. Also the bibs that they use from Aftco run almost $500 for Bib and Jacket. Way more than I would like to spend for a rain suit, especially because it might be to bulky to store on my kayak.

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

@@brianrobinson9979 Fair enough. I honestly did not dive deep into that one to see what all they had covered. I have some AFTCO, but not the rain gear. I think they do run sales, so maybe that's worth watching for. Hopefully someone who owns it will see this and chime in with some thoughts. Good luck out there!

@jeremytjensvold9936 Год назад

Every time I watch your videos I end up spending a bunch of money….. ha

@swiggs754 Год назад

You mention change crank baits frequently .Do you always tie directly to the crank bait or can you use a safety snap to make changing more efficient?

@grippinglipsfishing5671 Год назад

You should tie directly to an o-ring that is attached directly to the loop on the bill.

@johnhildenbrand2642 Год назад

No snaps on cranks, and you saw exactly how he switches between them, he laid out the dough for about 5 or 8 set ups, which is extremely cost prohibitive, but I'd far and away the most efficient way to do it...I don't think it is really that big a deal to spend 30 seconds tying on a new crank.

@kevinbeaudean704 Год назад

I use snaps always and never, ever and I mean ever had a problem. Remove the split ring from your crank, tie a #2 bass pro shop's snap to your line and use 1 rod for different cranks. Many crankbait companies use to use them but split rings are cheaper.

@kevinbeaudean704 Год назад

I forgot to mention that most #2 snaps are 30lb test and will not effect the way your crank runs. I have had this argument a few times. Oh and they are called split rings not o rings which are rubber.

@grippinglipsfishing5671 Год назад

@@kevinbeaudean704 You are correct, *split rings. Now in reguards to using snaps, I have not and will not use them. Bulkier hardware that isn't necessary. Takes me 30 seconds cut off a lure and tie something else on.

@tennesseetalk7898 Год назад

I don't understand I love crankbaits. I have tons. But the last 2 years I've not caught one bass on a crankbait an idk why really. Maybe I don't throw them enough but I just have been dumbfounded that I have not caught one fish on a crank.

@grippinglipsfishing5671 Год назад

That is insane, I have been having the most luck on squarebill cranks and chatterbait in the last 3 years or so. I'm located in Central Illinois, where are you fishing?

@fishingwiththeks Год назад

Im in middle TN and have been catching them on crankbaits recently. Key for me was making sure i hit bottom. I have a few videos on my channel.

@tennesseetalk7898 Год назад

@@grippinglipsfishing5671 east Tennessee

@mikewelter180 Год назад

Any special colors for night fishing? Thanks again!

@oldeschoolbob1022 Год назад

This one might help. Tim talks colors about 8:15 - 8:30 . ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hlLXXTAPo5s.html . That's one of a few night fishing videos they have; you may want to do a search of past videos if you haven't already. Good luck!

@mikewelter180 Год назад

@@oldeschoolbob1022 Thanks Bob!