A deep diving jerkbait is used to target bass that are about 7 or 8 feet down in the water column. At this depth the water can still be pretty clear or it can be a bit murky so in terms of colors I usually like to go with a translucent shad color and a plain shad type of a color.
As with all jerkbaits, this one can do well just about any time of the year but does especially well when the water is cold and clear as it’s a more subtle of a presentation. As I’ve mentioned on other lure pages, I usually like to swap out the treble with inline single hooks so if you are wondering why the lure in that picture doesn’t have treble hooks that would be why.
I also like to use a moderate fast action rod with this type of lure. Some rod manufacturers actually have a specific rod for jerkbaits, and if they do the length is usually a little shorter. The idea there is if you are standing up you typically have the rod tip down with these lures and the shorter length can help in terms of preventing you from hitting the rod on your boat, the bank, etc. In my case I usually fish these when I’m in my kayak so the shorter length isn’t as much of a big deal for me…but that said I do own a jerkbait specific rod with a shorter length that I’ve been happy with.
Lure Summary – Deep Diving Jerkbait
Suggested Rod Length: 6’10” – 7’2″
Suggested Rod Power: Medium Heavy
Suggested Rod Action: Moderate Fast
Suggested Reel Type: Casting Reel
Suggested Gear Ratio: 7.2:1
Lure Weight (est.): .63oz
Tackle Required
- 14lb Fluorocarbon Line
Suggested Baits
- Lucky Craft Pointer 100DD