Smithwick Rogue

 

Husky Jerk

 

Allen

1 hour ago, Munkin said:

Smithwick Rogue

 

Husky Jerk

 

Allen Long A

FYFY 

I haven't compared all of the options available BUT I am awfully fond of Rapala's Shadow Rap and Shadow Shad Rap.  I've had good luck with both the shallow and deep divers.  My only complaint (it's a very small complaint) is that the "slow rising" versions rise a bit too fast for my taste.  Been meaning to get some Storm Dots to help remedy that.

The Luc e Strike Rick Clunns aren't bad.  Also, Husky Jerks and Storm Twitch Sticks are fairly priced options and perform well for me

For shallow water, a Damiki Slim Jack is hard to beat.

The Jackall Squad Minnow is a staple, and the new Rerange is going to be the worst kept secret here soon. I absolutely crushed it this fall with the 110 size.

8 hours ago, anderb54 said:

The Jackall Squad Minnow is a staple, and the new Rerange is going to be the worst kept secret here soon. I absolutely crushed it this fall with the 110 size.

The OP is looking for baits UNDER $15, not at $15.

shadow rap shad, shaodw rap, ima, lucky craft, yozuri, jackall, evergreen all work. those expensive japanese lures can be had for normal prices if you know where to look any buy from Japan.

tell ya what if I ever buy a jerkbait that is more than $15, shoot me

16 hours ago, smalljaw67 said:

The OP is looking for baits UNDER $15, not at $15.

$14.99 is under $15 

 

Also, getting those baits for less than retail isn't hard if you know where to look

5 hours ago, iaYakker said:

tell ya what if I ever buy a jerkbait that is more than $15, shoot me

Then don’t ever borrow a megabass to try. If they were only $15 I’d buy them all day...

On 2/22/2018 at 10:01 AM, Dwight Hottle said:

 

You have a minor addiction. I have never counted mine but I have a minimum of 300 to 400 jerkbaits. I carry a minimum of 15-18 jerkbait boxes in my boat. 

For under $15 price point you can pick from Rapala, Smithwick, KVD, Rebel, Bagley, Duo Realis. Ima, Storm, Spro,Yo-Zuri, Bomber, some Lucky Craft and the list goes on. 

 

My favorites are Rapala, Smithwick, Ima, Duo Realis & LC with honorable mention to Rebel.

Going to order a few Rogues to test out this spring, do you fish them straight out of the package or would you recommend upgrading the treble hooks and/or split rings?

1 hour ago, Bent said:

Going to order a few Rogues to test out this spring, do you fish them straight out of the package or would you recommend upgrading the treble hooks and/or split rings?

I fish the Rogues straight out of the package. Some models come with gammys but the majority come with eagle claws I think because they point inwardly. I always test the hook points and they have always been sticky sharp. I do replace them one bait at a time as needed with owner stinger trebles ST-36BC & STY-35MF short shank. I usually replace the split rings at the same time. 

Rapala x-rap is one of my favorite lures.

2 hours ago, Dwight Hottle said:

I fish the Rogues straight out of the package. Some models come with gammys but the majority come with eagle claws I think because they point inwardly. I always test the hook points and they have always been sticky sharp. I do replace them one bait at a time as needed with owner stinger trebles ST-36BC & STY-35MF short shank. I usually replace the split rings at the same time. 

Awesome, thanks for the info!

LC Pointers. Cabelas usually puts them on sale once a year, and I always stock up. 

Bomber Long-A.........got 20 of em.......love em.

I've caught a ton of fish in both fresh and salt water on the XRap XR10. I often downsize to the XR08 to match the hatch.

 

Another jerk bait I like that does not get mentioned at all is the Zerek Sabre Dance. It's a floater and I like the 85 size. 

Not even sure what they are running for these days but I think they go for under $15. Shipping might put you over that mark though. Can't really find them in stores but sometimes eBay has them listed.

On 2/24/2018 at 1:38 AM, Gundog said:

That's the best part about inexpensive jerkbaits -- they still catch bass, but it's much less painful when you get "piked".

8 hours ago, MIbassyaker said:

That's the best part about inexpensive jerkbaits -- they still catch bass, but it's much less painful when you get "piked".

It's the only reason I can't bring myself to buy a few Vision 110s, if a pike bit me off there's a good chance my life would turn into some kind of pathetic redneck version of Moby Dick.

1 hour ago, Bent said:

It's the only reason I can't bring myself to buy a few Vision 110s, if a pike bit me off there's a good chance my life would turn into some kind of pathetic redneck version of Moby Dick.

@Bent you made my day with that one....

Either a LC pointer in 100 or 78 size, or a Dynamic Lures J - Spec.

23 hours ago, Bent said:

It's the only reason I can't bring myself to buy a few Vision 110s, if a pike bit me off there's a good chance my life would turn into some kind of pathetic redneck version of Moby Dick.

That was awesome!!