Crappie fishing seem so easy. Just toss something pretty by a stump, pull it up and go home. It doesn’t always work that way.
White perch and silver bass can be finicky. If they’re not in the right mood for a certain profile, color or vibration, they won’t touch your lure. So what’s the solution?
A well-curated array of tackle enable you to dial things in. No need to get carried away with collecting tackle; just match the conditions. That’s the core of Mr Crappie Lures’ business.
It’s built upon the idea that their lineup isn’t meant for all species. Instead, it is design for the picky bites we see with panfish. Their catalog contains a solution for various condition based off water clarity, light levels and the mood of the fish.
Knowing what you have at your disposal is what separate a good day from a frustrating day.
Complete Guide To Mr Crappie Lure Lineup
The Mr Crappie Jigging Spoon
A key piece of equipment here are the Mr Crappie Jigging Spoon. They are thin, light spoons that flutter instead of spinning out of control.
That’s important as a crappie often has a weak bite, particularly when pressured or in cooler water. The slight movement just mimic a struggling bait fish but not enough to attract unnecesary notice. They come in different weight to tailor for depth and water flow.
Its natural fall rate allow you to use it from an ice hole or a boat during the summer months.
The Mr Crappie Flipping Spoon
Mechanically speaking, the Mr Crappie Flipping Spoon do things differently. Weighing-in on the heavier side, it also has a more obvious wobble when compare to the jigging spoon.
Designed for deeper water, it’s great at covering water fast. When flipped it have a nice flash that will cause some reaction strikes from suspended fish. And if you’re targeting deeper structure in the spring, it’s going to get you down to the zone quicker.
With an appealing profile, it fill the gap between searching for active fish and using a slower presentation. Also relevant to the ecosystem is the importance of soft plastic.
Soft Plastic Mini Worms
For finesse, the Mr Crappie Mini Worms and jig heads are staples.
When they’re holding tight to cover and won’t chase, these combos work. You can get that bait right next to them with small profile and slow sink rate. This is where patience matter because it’s more about a subtle take versus a flash bite.
That soft plastic offer a feel that you just can’t get from a hard bait. And it will convert those who hesitate.
Blade Jigs for Vertical Presentations
Try the Mr Crappie Blade Jigs if you want more flash on a vertical jig.
They has a small blade added to give it some movement and vibration. But since they have both the skirt and the blade, which add vibration and movement, you don’t have to be constantly working the rod as much. This combination give you one tool that does both.
The bladed jig offers sensory appeal, but you still have the presentation control of a traditional jig.
Mr Crappie Spinners
Mr Crappie Spinners is different in your tackle box. Generally speaking, you throw them when you’re looking to cover water or get bit by more aggressive fish.
There’s a good vibration with the turning blade and the fish will feel it coming at them from afar. So there’s no subtlety here but there doesn’t really have to be. They’ll catch several fish when the bite is on and they’ll do it efficienty.
It is a good spinnerbait to force a fish into biting when you want to provoke rather then seduce.
Matching Lures to Water Conditions
To understand how to work through the Mr Crappie line up, you have to match the tool to the condition. If it’s general, start with the Jigging Spoon.
If it’s depth, go to the Flipping Spoon. If it’s structure, stick with the soft plastic. You just has to be quick to adjust to ever-changing conditions.
The better prepared you are with the right lure at the right time, the better you do. That’s what makes the difference between just a good day on the water versus a great one. You should of brought more lures.
