Crankbaits suggestions?

[OldTimer]

Yes - some of the crank baits are wow priced......... and do catch a lot of anglers' wallets.

But as you say - they do offer a profile (and size range) and realistic finishes not provided by other lure types............... Add to this the tight wiggle, the rattles (which I do believe help a lot), and the infinite variety of motions/reactions to obstructions/debris while fished.

Several decades ago there were quite a number of baits that offered multiple depth connection points on plugs. Most of these have been discontinued. However it is still possible to find "new old stock" of the Creek Chub Pikie Minnow ( a great pike bait - I love the red & white ones)............

   

........... and - Swim Whizz is still offered as a multi depth lure ( I never had much luck with these).

   


Cheers,

OldTimer