Black Label Baits

Black Label Tapout Jr Balsa Crankbait

$17.99

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Description

The Black Label Tapout Jr Balsa Crankbait is the compact version of the proven Tapout, built with a 2 1/2″ balsa body and a smaller coffin-style bill to deliver precise, controlled action. Despite its smaller profile, the Tapout Jr dives deep for its size and produces a tight, subtle action that excels throughout the year. This bait is a standout choice in cold water , when bass respond better to tighter movement, and equally effective in warm water when offshore fish need a different presentation than wide-wobbling, hard-vibrating crankbaits. Its balanced body design, coffin bill, and internal weight placement allow it to perform exceptionally well around wood and rock . A custom-cut Lexan bill provides excellent durability and deflection, while the bait’s reverse float helps it back out of cover like brush piles, laydowns, and timber. Whether you’re targeting steep banks, points, ledges, shell beds, or offshore structure, the Tapout Jr is a versatile crankbait that consistently gets bit. Key Features 2 1/2″ balsa body for natural buoyancy and responsiveness Tight action ideal for cold water and pressured fish Smaller coffin-style bill for controlled diving and deflection Dives 8–10 ft despite its compact size Reverse float helps back out of wood and cover Custom-cut Lexan bill for durability and long-lasting performance Excellent around wood, rock, and offshore structure Weight: 3/8 oz Length: 2 1/2″ Diving Depth: 8–10 ft

Specifications

Category

Crankbaits

Weight

0.375 oz (11 g)

Length

2.5 in (64 mm)

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

mid-depth

Running Depth

8-10 ft

Action

tight wobble

Conditions

clear water, cold water, rocky, open water

Field Notes

Use this compact balsa crankbait when bass want a tight, subtle wobble rather than a wide, aggressive crankbait action. It is especially effective in cold water, around wood, rock, points, ledges, shell beds, and offshore structure where its coffin bill helps it deflect and back out of cover.

Pros

  • Tight, subtle action for pressured or cold-water bass
  • Compact balsa body with good buoyancy and responsiveness
  • Dives 8–10 ft and deflects well around wood and rock
  • Reverse float helps it back out of cover

Cons

  • Smaller profile may not draw fish as far as larger crankbaits
  • Best use is somewhat specialized toward structure and tighter-action bites

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