What jig is best for crappie?

Read on for the best crappie lures available online.

• Best Feathered Jig: Eagle Claw Crappie Jig.
• Best Soft Plastic Jig: Berkley PowerBait Power Minnow.
• Best Plastic Tube: Strike King Mr.
• Best Swimbait: Strike King Shadalicious Swimbait.
• Best Shallow-Water Crankbait: Rapala Jointed Shad Fishing Lure.

Does jig head color matter for crappie?

and an innovator of jig-fishing for bass in the 1970s, agrees that when targeting crappie, color most definitely matters. When the water is clear and light conditions are bright, he goes to white, silver and shad-colored lures. Another favorite color combination is a white minnow with a pink head.

Do you put bait on a crappie jig?

Crappie will eat just about any kind of grub bait you throw at them, but any person who’s fished for crappie knows that different crappie baits will work better for different days. Here are a few things to keep in mind while you’re filling your tackle box for spring crappie.

What are the best crappie jigs?

Marabou jigs are some of the most popular for crappie fishers and often make the best crappie jig. These are often feathery affairs with soft bodies and work particularly well when vertically jigging over structure. There are several other options though, so it again comes down to personal preference.

What are the most effective crappie jig colors?

Crappie Jig Colors For Clear Water Natural Colors Translucent Colors Subdued Colors White Chartreuse White/Chartreuse Blue/Clear Motor Oil Brown With Or Without Glitter Flakes

How do you fish for crappie?

Hook the minnow either through both lips or just behind the top dorsal fin. Fish the Right Depth– Crappie can usually be found between three and six feet of water. During the peak of summer crappie will move to deeper areas and come out to the surface during dawn and dusk to feed.