Slimshady Customs

Molten Lava

$11

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Description

This bait has florescent orange with black in a custom pattern on the sides. It had a solid black head and tail. This bait was awesome in stained water this spring Erie.

Specifications

Category

Crankbaits

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

subsurface

Action

wobbling

Conditions

dirty water, low light

Field Notes

This is a shallow-running crankbait that stands out in stained or dirty water thanks to its high-contrast orange-and-black pattern. It’s best for covering water with a steady retrieve around active fish, especially when bass are feeding in spring. The floating nature makes it useful for deflecting off cover and keeping the bait in the strike zone.

Pros

  • High-visibility pattern for stained water
  • Strong contrast helps fish locate it
  • Good springtime search bait

Cons

  • Less subtle in clear water
  • Not ideal when fish want a finesse presentation

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