I love fishing crankbaits for bass all winter long. In this video, I share by top 5 areas to fish a crankbait in the winter for largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass. I will also talk about the baits I throw, how to retrieve the baits, and the types of cover and structures you should look for. Hope you enjoy the tips and instruction!
-Jonny
Baits Mentioned in this Video:
Strike King KVD HC Flat Side 1.5 Crankbait
Storm Original Wiggle Wart Crankbaits
https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Storm_Original_Wiggle_Wart_Crankbaits/descpage-SWWDD.html?from=FTM
Spro Mike McClelland RkCrawler 55 Crankbait
Norman Deep Little N Crankbait
https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Norman_Deep_Little_N_Crankbait/descpage-NNSC.html?from=FTM
Strike King Pro Model 6XD Crankbaits
https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Strike_King_Pro_Model_6XD_Crankbaits/descpage-SK6XD.html?from=FTM
PH Custom Lures Skinny P Crankbait
https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/PH_Custom_Lures_Skinny_P_Crankbait/descpage-PHCLSKP.html?from=FTM
Fish Finder Recommendations (I’m not sponsored by any of these brands)
Beginner/Budget Fish Finder
Lowrance Hook2 7 Series Sonar TripleShot US/Can Nav+ (Side and Down Imaging)
https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Lowrance_Hook2_7_Series_Sonar/descpage-LH7.html?from=FTM
Intermediate Fish Finder
Lowrance Elite-9 Ti2 Fishfinder/Chartplotters
Advanced/Expert Fish Finder
Lowrance HDS-12 Live Fishfinder/Chartplotters
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Links to Videos Mentioned
Complete Guide to Topo Maps | Top 7 Structures for Bass Fishing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=867&v=BJSPdciJ8g4
Instantly Become A Better Bass Fisherman with These Google Earth Tricks | Fish Finder Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze2YJ2WOQSE
Complete Guide to Topo Maps | Top 7 Structures for Bass Fishing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJSPdciJ8g4
How to Catch Winter Bass on Crankbaits in 40 Degree Water! – Lake Dardanelle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaTg2-WmSvg
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I watched you & Balkamp talking about a rigs. It was mentioned how the fish get used to seeing these rigs & slow down to biting. Ok now. When watching a gentleman who makes his living managing smaller lakes & ponds. He asked a question about a bass memory. He stated that a basses memory is 15 minutes. I notice a lot of talk about baite work in good because it's something that hasn't been seen much. Thanks for all good info.
Any idea why bass relate to the rock transitions?
Do you have any videos on rod/reel balance @fishthemoment
The first clip was that beaverfork?
Where do you find a 5 x 1 bait casting real
WADER …..it's WATER…with a T, not a D. Irritating.
LOVE the hat at 07 – 14 seconds…. WPS!!! I knew I liked you for some reason…. Thanks for awesome tips and insight
Good job Sir
I will for sure try it out with my grandpa and me
Arkansas Hat is fire! bring it back
NUMMMMMMBER 1……….that says it all , love the way you say that, i fall out laughing and enjoy these vids, you always knock it out of the park on them!!!
Thank you professor Jonny. Your videos have improve my fishing a lot. No need to waste time on YouTube when I can go straight to your channel.
Love the videos but in winter my only thing is I do a lot better on a faster crank. I real fast and stop. That does a lot better in my experience winter fishing than jus creeping it.
1) rip rap??
2) riff raff??
A) …….??
Hey I've learned more from your vids than I have from many of the guys offering 'tips' when in reality they're hawking baits for their sponsors. Keep on keeping it real
if you have really clear water, the sun can penetrate more so they could hold deeper correct?
Great dose of information. Subscribed!
Your videos are hands down the best teaching videos in the industry. Keep it up Jonny! #AlwaysBeRecording
Bravo
This content is soooooooo good!
I normally just reel to where I can just start to feel it rocking side to side
Hey Jonny how about where & when to fish jerk baits.
I thought the G-Man was fishing with you!?!?
Love it Jonny, but what about the 6th Sense cranks??? Some of the best out there and good to go out of the box, no need to change trebles!
Son, I fish on da muddy bayou. Whut's a rock?
Thanks
I Love the numbers (Number 1) and detailed information. Another Great video. Keep them coming.
May find structure without bass, but youll never find bass without structure
What are your thoughts on the new crankbait tactical bass put out, but also going against cranking slow in the winter
Fabulous job, Johnny. Beyond helpful.
Great video Jonny! I’m just wondering what is your go to cranking rod for this application?
The rock pile transitions worked well for us. We always struggled with the grass area and thanks for the tips to fish the ditches or humps with grass.
Good info. Just went fishing this weekend, water was 56 degrees and they were killing crank baits. One of my best days for numbers for sure
Awesome tips. I am planning on trying to use crankbaits this winter. Would love to add them to my winter arsenal.
Thanks Jonny! I was starting to have the shakes and needed a FTM fix!
Nuuuuuuuummmbeeeeerrr oooooonneeeee….lmao…. awesome video as usual Jonny!!
Awesome video. I always hit rip rap first in the winter (unless something catches my eye before I get there). My brother and I have argued on the boat before he just can’t comprehend how their would be fish shallow in winter. My home lake in NC it seems like every time we get a winter warm snap we find in about 5-8 foot.
I don't know how to say this, another very informative video! #BassProfessorstrikes!Love it!
Love your channel! So informative! Been exploring with google earth, and Navionics! Could you help me to determine how to color the river and creek channels?