all good info, I tried jerk bait for the 1st time early early last spring it was cold out, water somewhat clear no bites I bought the rapalla tenesee shad,and the shad color in two sizes, no luck what so ever. Are these good colors? I knew you needed clear water that is why I went with the natural color baits. I know these baits work to many people catch fishe with them, maybe it is me.