Crankbait rattles

[apb]

Appreciate the input gents! For those who like them, would the depth of that the crank is running make any difference (shallow versus deep runner)? How about the way you are using it, crank versus jerkbait for example. Or type of forage the crank is imitating (crawfish versus minnow, for example).

I know in clear, shallow creeks, a loud rattle does not seem to be the ticket. A slight rattle or no rattle does better.

VMAX, was thinking of that too. I've started messing more with making my own bass cranks, so that is definitely a concideration. Also gotta figure that with a wooden plug the sound of the rattle will be different.

Andrew

[fish24/7]

The depth I fish depends on the fish. I keep deep diving and shallow crankbaits with me at all times. I try to locate the fish on the fishfinder and use a crankbait for that depth. I usually like ones that run 8-10 ft. I usually use a stop and go retrive when they are suspended. When the fish are holding closer to the bottom the crankbait needs to bump the bottom. This triggers more strikes. When the fish are shallow and more aggressive is when I like to use a jerkbait. I fish more lakes that are clear so I tend to stay with natural colors unless the water is stained then I will go with reds or firetigers. Most people just throw out and real a crankbait back in. Yes, this will catch some fish, but changing the retrieve will produce more fish. The bait needs to imitate an injured shad.