Hard Baits
Hard baits are a category of fishing lures made from rigid materials like plastic, wood, or metal, designed to mimic the movement and appearance of prey fish. They’re engineered for specific depths, actions, and target species—making them a staple in any serious angler’s tackle box.
Core Types of Hard Baits
|
Type |
Action |
Best Use |
|---|---|---|
|
Crankbaits |
Wobble or roll on retrieve |
Covering water quickly, depth control |
|
Jerkbaits |
Dart and pause with rod twitches |
Cold water or suspended fish |
|
Topwater plugs |
Walk, pop, or splash on surface |
Early morning, low light, aggressive strikes |
|
Lipless crankbaits |
Tight vibration, fast sinking |
Ripping through grass or deep water |
|
Glide baits |
Wide, S-shaped swimming motion |
Targeting trophy bass with realism |
|
Blade baits |
Flash and vibration |
Vertical jigging or cold water |
Key Features
- Built-in bills or lips: Control diving depth and action.
- Internal rattles: Add sound to attract fish.
- Realistic finishes: Mimic baitfish with lifelike patterns and eyes.
- Treble hooks: Increase hookup chances, especially on reaction strikes.
Bullseye Pro-Staff Tips
- Match lure size and color to local forage (shad, bluegill, etc.).
- Use slower retrieves in cold water and erratic twitches in warm water.
- Don' be afraid to deflect off boulders or dig the lip into the gravel/mud bottom.
- Swap out stock hooks for premium trebles to boost landing ratios.
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