DCR EE A P N K ING
Story & Photos
BY DAN RICE
riprap
D
eep cranking rip-
rap is a power
technique used
for both small- mouth and largemouth bass
whose only job is to fatten
up for winter. These reaction
baits are easy to fish, come
in a wide variety of styles and
brands and all can load the
boat in a hurry.
FOLLOW THE PREY
In the Northwest, crayfish are year round staples. Whether it is a 45-degree bank or a vertical bluff wall, chances
70
are crayfish are hanging out in the rocks. In
choosing a location, riprap mixed with some
type of vegetation is an explosive way to
catch the year’s biggest fish.
A reaction bait, such as a deep diving
crankbait can effectively cover water
while deflecting on nearby structure
making this choice a wise one
for the next couple of months.
Following the prey in this
instance is easy, most
targets or shorelines
are easily visible on
standard imaging units,
Google Maps or with
polarized sunglasses.
This technique rarely
involves the use of high-
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