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GrandeBass Hunter 1.5 Squarebill Crankbait Review

The GrandeBass Hunter 1.5 is a hard-hitting squarebill crankbait designed to dominate shallow water. Its aggressive wobble and quick deflection characteristics allow it to bang through cover, ricochet off hard structure, and provoke explosive reaction strikes. Featuring detailed paint schemes and premium components, the Hunter 1.5 is ideal for targeting fish in 2–5 feet of water—especially during the pre-spawn and fall feeding frenzies.

Techniques:
Best used around riprap, laydowns, and shallow grass edges, the Hunter 1.5 is deadly with a steady retrieve and occasional rod twitches to trigger bites. It shines in stained water or windy banks where fish are using cover to ambush baitfish. Burn it through high-percentage areas or pause-and-go for more erratic movement.

Recommended Gear:
Reel: 6.3:1 to 7.3:1 baitcasting reel
Rod: 6'10" to 7'2" Medium Power LUNKERSTICK with Moderate action
Line: 10–15 lb test fluorocarbon

Our Take:
The Hunter 1.5 is built for contact—deflect it off everything in sight. With realistic colors and a tight action that holds up under speed, it’s a reliable producer in both clear and dirty water. Whether you’re covering water or working shoreline targets, this squarebill gets noticed and gets bit.

Details
Brand: GrandeBass
Company Website Link: www.grandebass.com
Product Name: Hunter 1.5
Product Size: 2.5"
Product Weight: ½ oz.
Available At: Tackle Warehouse
Video Link(s): YouTube Search - GrandeBass Hunter 1.5

Incision 62 Lipless Crankbait Review

The Incision 62 is a high-performance lipless crankbait designed for versatility across all seasons. With a compact 62mm body and a bold rattle chamber, it emits a loud, fish-attracting vibration on every retrieve. Whether you're burning it across grass flats or yo-yoing it down ledges, the Incision delivers exceptional sound, castability, and action that excels in tough or clear water.

Techniques:
The Incision shines when burned over shallow grass or ripped from the top of submerged vegetation. For cold-water bass, a slow lift-and-drop retrieve along deeper structure creates a fluttering action that mimics dying baitfish. Use brighter colors in stained water and natural patterns for clearer lakes.

Recommended Gear:
Reel: 6.4:1 to 7.3:1 baitcasting reel
Rod: 7'0" Medium Power LUNKERSTICK with Moderate Fast action
Line: 12–17 lb fluorocarbon

Our Take:
The Incision 62 punches well above its price. It casts like a rocket, rattles loud, and holds a tight, fish-attracting vibration even at high speeds. Ideal for spring and fall, but deadly anytime bass are hunting baitfish.

Details
Brand: MONSTERBASS
Company Website Link: www.monsterbass.com
Product Name: Incision 62
Product Size: 2.44"
Product Weight: ½ oz.
Available At: Tackle Warehouse
Video Link(s): YouTube Search - Incision 62 Lipless Crankbait

Yo-Zuri 3DB Jerkbait Review

The Yo-Zuri 3DB Jerkbait 110 is built to deliver suspending, darting action that mimics wounded baitfish. It combines Yo-Zuri’s Wave Motion Technology with a weight-transfer system that enables long-distance casts and strong sound attraction. Whether it’s cold water or pressured fish, the 3DB Jerkbait provokes reaction strikes when fish won’t commit to anything else.

Techniques:
Twitch-pause-twitch is the go-to cadence here. Let the bait sit on the pause to entice following bass. Vary pause lengths and twitches depending on the season and water temp—slower in colder months, quicker when fish are feeding aggressively.

Recommended Gear:
Reel: 6.3:1 to 7.1:1 baitcasting reel
Rod: 6'10" to 7'2" Medium Power LUNKERSTICK with Fast action
Line: 8–12 lb test fluorocarbon

Our Take:
The 3DB Jerkbait suspends beautifully and tracks true right out of the box. Its 3D prism finish throws flash even in low light, and the sharp treble hooks ensure a solid hookup. It's a solid pick for spring, fall, or clear-water fishing year-round.

Details
Brand: Yo-Zuri
Company Website Link: www.yo-zuri.com
Product Name: 3DB Jerkbait 110
Product Size: 4.375"
Product Weight: ½ oz.
Available At: Tackle Warehouse
Video Link(s): YouTube Search - Yo-Zuri 3DB Jerkbait

Yamamoto Kut Tail Worm Review

The Yamamoto Kut Tail Worm blends finesse and subtle action in one soft plastic bait. Its unique tail design gives off just the right amount of movement on the fall or with light rod twitches, making it a deadly option for pressured bass. Salt-impregnated and soft, it’s ideal for drop shotting or weightless presentations.

Techniques:
Drop shot, shakey head, or weightless—this worm excels with minimal action. Perfect for summer or post-frontal conditions when bass are picky. Match color to water clarity, and don’t overlook its power as a wacky rig in shallow clear water.

Recommended Gear:
Reel: 6.2:1 to 7.1:1 spinning reel
Rod: 6'10" to 7'2" Medium Light or Medium Power LUNKERSTICK with Fast action
Line: 6–10 lb fluorocarbon or braid-to-fluoro leader

Our Take:
One of the best finesse worms ever made. It’s been a tournament staple for a reason—it flat-out gets bites. Soft, natural, and incredibly effective when fish are finicky.

Details
Brand: Yamamoto Baits
Company Website Link: www.baits.com
Product Name: Kut Tail Worm
Product Size: 5"
Product Weight: Approx. ⅛ oz.
Available At: Tackle Warehouse
Video Link(s): YouTube Search - Yamamoto Kut Tail Worm

Berkley Chigger Craw Review

The Berkley PowerBait Chigger Craw is a versatile, flapping craw-style bait designed to deliver action both on the fall and retrieve. With multiple appendages and a ribbed body, it creates turbulence and displaces water, drawing in fish even in low-visibility situations. Infused with PowerBait scent, fish are more likely to hold on after the strike.

Techniques:
Use it as a jig trailer, flip it into cover on a Texas rig, or drag it on a Carolina setup. The claws flap aggressively, making it great for stained water or pressured fish. Ideal for pitching docks and wood in the summer or dragging offshore during transitions.

Recommended Gear:
Reel: 7.1:1 baitcasting reel
Rod: 7'2" Heavy Power LUNKERSTICK with Fast action
Line: 15–20 lb fluorocarbon or 50 lb braid

Our Take:
The Chigger Craw’s action and scent combo makes it a consistent producer. It’s compact enough for finesse presentations but beefy enough for flipping thick cover. A staple in any soft bait box.

Details
Brand: Berkley
Company Website Link: www.berkley-fishing.com
Product Name: Chigger Craw
Product Size: 4"
Product Weight: Approx. ¼ oz.
Available At: Tackle Warehouse
Video Link(s): YouTube Search - Berkley Chigger Craw

Buckeye Lures Ballin’ Out Jig Review

The Buckeye Lures Ballin’ Out Jig is built for deep structure fishing with a compact tungsten ball head that provides increased sensitivity. Ideal for offshore ledges, brush piles, and rock transitions, it gives you a smaller, more responsive feel than traditional lead jigs. Comes with a Gamakatsu hook and hand-tied skirt for professional-grade performance.

Techniques:
Drag or hop it slowly across hard bottom, or pitch it into brush. Pair it with a compact craw trailer for finesse or a bulky trailer for a bigger profile. Great for summertime ledge fishing or anytime fish are offshore and deep.

Recommended Gear:
Reel: 6.3:1 to 7.5:1 baitcasting reel
Rod: 7'2" Heavy Power LUNKERSTICK with Fast action
Line: 14–20 lb fluorocarbon

Our Take:
Compact. Sensitive. Effective. The Ballin’ Out Jig excels when precision and feel matter. It’s one of the best tools for structure-focused fishing and helps detect even the lightest bites when bass are tight to the bottom.

Details
Brand: Buckeye Lures
Company Website Link: www.buckeyelures.com
Product Name: Ballin’ Out Jig
Product Size: ⅜ oz. (also available in ½ oz. and ¾ oz.)
Product Weight: ⅜ oz.
Available At: Tackle Warehouse
Video Link(s): YouTube Search - Buckeye Lures Ballin' Out Jig