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Home Fishing Tips 7 Deep Diving Crankbait Tips for Big Bass

7 Deep Diving Crankbait Tips for Big Bass

Walker Smith
Aug 18, 2015

Experienced bass fisherman have long known that big and aggressive deep diving crankbaits trigger aggressive reaction strikes from the biggest bass in a system. But choosing the right crankbait for the job, and proper implementation, require time on the water -or- some shared knowledge from experienced fisherman. Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Brandon Palaniuk, shares some insightful tips on choosing the right lure for the conditions, and how to work big crankbaits to trigger bass into biting. Take it from an analytical and innately “fishy” pro that credits big cranks to supplying Elite Series paychecks!

Walker Smith

An accomplished tournament angler and former fishing guide, Walker Smith has been published in many national and regional publications for well over a decade. His articles and videos have been viewed by millions of people. He has a strong passion for teaching others about fishing while connecting with the human element of fishing as well. When he’s not fishing, he enjoys spending time with his wife and family, watching the Atlanta Braves and the Georgia Bulldogs and hunting.