Cliquebaits

GOLDEN SHAD - SMALL JOHN MD50

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Description

This bait is identical to the Spro Little John 50 MD The John Crews Little John MD 50 Crankbait is designed to run deeper than the original Little John at approximately 7-9ft. The body is the same as the original Little John, but the dive bill is plastic, longer and at a different, downward angle. The longer lip helps the bait dive quickly, as well as, reduce hang-ups by helping flip the bait up and over branches. Crews also wanted a durable yet sensitive bait that could be cast long distances with great accuracy. The Clique Baits Small John Crankbait does all this and more. It's subtle weight transfer system provides the distance and casting accuracy for this small profile bait. The lip design gives it a tight wobble but enough action to aid in cover deflection. The tight wobble allows you to cover water quickly and effectively. Features a weight transfer system that provides excellent casting and helps the lure swim true through open water without rolling over or tracking to the side.

Specifications

Category

Crankbaits

Length

2 in (51 mm)

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

mid-depth

Running Depth

7-9 ft

Action

tight wobble

Conditions

clear water, open water, rocky

Field Notes

Use this when you want a small deep-diving crankbait that reaches the 7-9 ft range and covers water quickly. The tight wobble and cover-deflecting bill make it a good choice for casting around branches, laydowns, and other shallow-to-mid depth cover.

Pros

  • Dives quickly to 7-9 ft
  • Tight wobble for efficient coverage
  • Weight transfer system improves casting distance and accuracy
  • Longer bill helps deflect off cover and reduce hang-ups

Cons

  • Small profile may not draw bigger fish in all situations
  • Can be less effective in very heavy vegetation

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