Going Deeper on Deep Cranking - Randy Howell
Seminars
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1h 2m
Are you interested in cranking all the way down near 30 ft? There are times of the year when bass go deep on any lake, but the term "deep" is relative. In some lakes, a 15ft ditch or drain might be as deep as you need to fish. Often running a crankbait down to these fish is a great way to trigger a bite from the biggest fish and/or fire up a school. Fish aren't always accustomed to seeing a big plug coming by their face at that depth. In this bass fishing class video seminar, Randy Howell shares tips on what plugs and tackle he uses for fishing at various target depths. He explains how he uses his electronics and other equipment to locate, line up on, catch fish on and stay on top of schools of deeper bass. Lastly, Randy Howell shares some tips on the best time to catch bass with a deep-diving crankbait.
0:18 What is "deep cranking"?
1:22 When is deep cranking effective?
5:58 Electronics for deep cranking
10:42 Using marker bouys
15:59 Angles are key to deep cranking success
19:44 Importance of contour lines on map cards
23:29 Bottom composition & targets for summer
28:00 12-15ft crankbaits
32:00 15-20ft crankbaits
32:55 Changing hooks on crankbaits
37:52 Super-deep 20ft+ crankbaits
43:21 Deep cranking equipment
48:57 Time of year for deep cranking
51:34 Easiest way to change treble hooks
55:36 How does thermocline effect bass position
57:35 What to do when a school of bass moves
1:00:47 Be sure to save money with this tip
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