Cliquebaits

MOTOR OIL - SMALL JOHN MD50

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Description

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

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

bass

Techniques

casting

Water Column

subsurface

Running Depth

7-9 ft

Action

tight wobble

Conditions

clear water, open water, rocky

Field Notes

Use this crankbait when you want to cover water quickly and target bass around shallow to mid-depth cover. The longer bill helps it dive fast and deflect off branches, making it a good choice for casting around wood and open-water edges.

Pros

  • Tight wobble for a subtle crankbait presentation
  • Long bill helps it reach depth quickly
  • Weight transfer system improves casting distance and accuracy

Cons

  • Can hang up in heavy cover despite the deflection-friendly bill
  • Best suited to a specific depth range rather than very shallow or deep water

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