
If you mean “sub surface” as lures that run just under the top, the best starting point is the Tweak Bait - Slow Sink for shallow water and subtle baitfish imitation. The Tweak Bait - Medium Sink is the most versatile when wind or chop makes surface work harder. The Tweak Bait - Fast Sink is the pick for stronger wind and rougher water.
For a softer, more finesse-style subsurface option, the D.O.A. Lures C.A.L. 5.5" Jerk Bait can be fished on or just under the surface. The Cl8bait BABY MUSKRAT also works well as a wake bait that can be fished subsurface when retrieved faster.
Switch to a faster-sinking or more weighted presentation when wind, current, or chop keeps your lure from staying in the strike zone. Switch to a topwater or frog-style bait if fish are clearly blowing up on the surface. If you need deeper than just under the surface, move to a true sinking lure or weighted soft plastic.
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