Which line is better for trolling crankbaits?
Monofilament is the best line choice for trolling in most situations, but there are times when low stretch lines have the edge. Because low stretch lines are super thin, they enable trolling lures like crankbaits to pick up significantly more depth compared to monofilament lines of the same break strength.
Can you troll a crankbait?
When trolling crankbaits, use a bait casting reel and a medium heavy rod, six to seven feet in length. I prefer to use Magnathin in the ten-pound test (walleye color). The new superlines will also work. Longlining crankbaits is a very simple technique that will produce fish.
How do I make my crankbaits deeper when trolling?
You can make a crankbait run deeper and even suspend by simply adding larger and heavier hooks. Mustad’s KVD Elite Trebles with heavier gauge wire are good examples. Another trick is to stick Storm SuspenStrips or Dots to the underside of the crankbait lip.
Is mono or fluoro better for trolling?
For some trolling applications in clear water, using fluorocarbon as the main line makes a lot of sense. While fluorocarbon sinks it does so very slowly and doesn’t impact on the trolling depth of crankbaits and other gear. Fluorocarbon lines are more dense than monofilament and they sink.
How fast do you troll with a Rapala?
Feathers and konas need higher speeds to work whereas Rapala X-Raps will work well at slower and at higher speeds. Larger Rapala X-Raps can be trolled faster, while the smaller Rapalas like the SXR 10 will max out at 9-10km/hr and will start spinning and popping. The larger XRMAG40 comfortably trolls at 18-20km/hr.
How much line should you let out when trolling?
Trolling Depth Trick #3 Consider the following example: If you’re trolling a tandem rig tied with two five-ounce bucktails (5 x 2 = 10), and you let out 100 feet of line (double 50, so multiply by two again), according to the Rule it will run at about 20 feet below the surface (5 x 2 = 10 x 2 = 20).
Can you just use fluorocarbon?
Fluorocarbon lines are more dense than monofilament and they sink. Lots of anglers want to know if they can get their favorite lures to dive deeper by simply fishing fluorocarbon line instead of monofilament. Anglers can use fluorocarbon as leader material when fishing super braids and also monofilament.
What’s the name of the cotton Cordell crankbait?
The Cotton Cordell Big O is the original square-lip crankbait and sold more than 1 million lures during its first season of production. Short, squared lip deflects off cover.
What kind of fish do cotton Cordell lures attract?
When you think trophy fish, think Cotton Cordell. More bass, walleyes and stripers have fallen for classic Cordell lures than just about any other. The legendary Big O is the first mass-produced square lip crankbait, and it sold more than a million lures its first year of production.
Which is the best crankbait for walleye fishing?
Fortunately, Cotton Cordell makes crankbaits in just about every color, shape and size so they’ll have the perfect Walleye crankbait for you. Make sure you pair your favorite Walleye crankbait with one of the best Walleye fishing rod and reel combos.
What’s the best way to troll for walleye?
Trolling crankbaits have huge advantages when you are targeting Walleye. Trolling with crankbaits allow you to cover a whole lot of water which means you increase your chances of putting your lure in front of a hungry Walleye.