Crankbaits

Jigs are a staple in bass fishing. They are usually large hooks with colored strings,called skirts, usually made out of rubber.

Trailers, made out of soft plastics, are attatched onto the back of jigs to make them more attractive to fish. For more on soft plastics, look here

Here's an image of a chartreuse crankbait. Notice the bill that makes it diver unerwater

Good times to use Crankbaits

• When trying to imitate a minnow or other baitfish
• When fishing very open, deep ponds or lakes