Three way rigs with crankbaits

  • SHONW
    Posts: 12
    #1266811

    What are some good crank baits to use with three way rigs. I have a bunch of husky jerks and was wondering what others are using.

    Thanks

    jhalfen
    Posts: 4179
    #857041

    Small husky jerks (the 6s or 8s) will work nicely. I like Rapala original floaters (7s and 9s), similar sized Storm Thundersticks, or Rapala shallow shad raps (5s).

    flatfish
    Rochester, MN
    Posts: 2105
    #857045

    And what would you say is the minimum size weight you used in running this rig on the river?

    Outdraft
    Western Wi.
    Posts: 1149
    #857046

    X2,shallow runners for me,don’t be afraid to try larger sizes as well,it’s either eat or be eaten on the river

    mark-bruzek
    Two Harbors, MN
    Posts: 3837
    #857055

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    And what would you say is the minimum size weight you used in running this rig on the river?


    I pack 1oz-6oz in my box. The latter half I use for 3 ways and pole lining. Different flows and different depths require different weights. The general rule of thumb in less than a 45deg. angle on the main line.

    francisco4
    Holmen, WI
    Posts: 3605
    #857057

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    And what would you say is the minimum size weight you used in running this rig on the river?


    I have run up to 8ozs. with success. The smallest I usually use is a 2oz.

    FDR

    jhalfen
    Posts: 4179
    #857059

    I admit that I am a power troller when it comes to 3-ways and cranks. My typical combination of boat speed, depth targeted, and current in those areas usually means 3-4 oz for me.

    francisco4
    Holmen, WI
    Posts: 3605
    #857060

    Quote:


    Quote:


    And what would you say is the minimum size weight you used in running this rig on the river?


    I have run up to 8ozs. with success. The smallest I usually use is a 2oz.

    FDR


    I forgot to mention that I like to hold my rods….so I am really sore after pulling those 8’s around for a day.

    FDR

    flatfish
    Rochester, MN
    Posts: 2105
    #857070

    SHONW: sorry ~ didn’t mean to hijack your thread but I knew I was never getting the cranks down, but thought I was nuts at even two ounces, but know I know> Thanks everyone

    Brian Robinson
    central Neb
    Posts: 3914
    #857253

    I’ve got a question pertaining to this. How long a leader do you usually run from the 3-way to the bait? 6′ or so?

    Brian Robinson
    central Neb
    Posts: 3914
    #857362

    Ah, nevermind….I found what I was looking for. Here are some great pictures that were posted by James.

    Tom P.
    Whitehall Wi.
    Posts: 3446
    #857379

    Some days even the dropper length makes a big difference. I was on pool 5 a couple of weeks a go and had to go to a 34″ inch dropper. Noticed the fish were not hugging bottom. Longer dropper was the only way I got bit.

    This day HJ`s were the only bait getting bit. I really like the Jr. Thundersticks late fall and early spring for me they have out fished my Rapalas about 5-1.

    Steve Plantz
    SE MN
    Posts: 12240
    #857395

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    Ah, nevermind….I found what I was looking for. Here are some great pictures that were posted by James.


    Brain can you post the link to that thread please?

    Brian Robinson
    central Neb
    Posts: 3914
    #857405

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    Brain can you post the link to that thread please?


    Yup, no problem, here it is. 3 waying

    If I was using my ‘brain’ I woulda done that earlier.

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