Rattle or Not

[FishingNoob]

Lately I've been trying to catch a fish on a crankbait... Any ways, I was wondering if crankbaits with rattles are better then crankbaits with out rattles.

I only have crankbaits with rattles as I thought the noise would interest the fish. Any who, what are your thoughts on such matters. Thanks.

 

[basshat22]

I have some that rattle, some that don't. IMO the rattle is always a plus and tend to gravitate towards noisy lures. When I'm pitching and flipping, I usually use a rattling jig, or add a bead between my sinker and knot just for an extra 'click' (and protect the knot). Some of the most productive lures are 'noisy'. Spinners, buzz baits, top water poppers. They all make a racket that seems to sing to fish on good days.

 

[FishingNoob]

I have some that rattle, some that don't. IMO the rattle is always a plus and tend to gravitate towards noisy lures. When I'm pitching and flipping, I usually use a rattling jig, or add a bead between my sinker and knot just for an extra 'click' (and protect the knot). Some of the most productive lures are 'noisy'. Spinners, buzz baits, top water poppers. They all make a racket that seems to sing to fish on good days.

Thanks for the reply. That's what I thought, a rattle doesn't hurt.

 

[grubman]

The old idiom, "use the right tool for the right job". Noisy lures are great anytime but when the water is stained or murky that's when they can out-produce any other lure. The fish be it bass or pike will home in on the noise since sound travels faster in water then air. They don't even have to see it to know where it is. But in clear water the predator does not want to become prey and knowing that all the others can see them chasing down a noisy lure might make them the target. It's a different way of looking at things.

In dirty water I'll throw a rattlin spot. In clear water just a crank. At dusk a buzz bait to make as much noise as possible. Try it out and see what works best for you.

Good luck Noobs.

 

[FishingNoob]

The old idiom, "use the right tool for the right job". Noisy lures are great anytime but when the water is stained or murky that's when they can out-produce any other lure. The fish be it bass or pike will home in on the noise since sound travels faster in water then air. They don't even have to see it to know where it is. But in clear water the predator does not want to become prey and knowing that all the others can see them chasing down a noisy lure might make them the target. It's a different way of looking at things.

In dirty water I'll throw a rattlin spot. In clear water just a crank. At dusk a buzz bait to make as much noise as possible. Try it out and see what works best for you.

Good luck Noobs.

Thanks. I've been using rattling cranks and have had no luck. So I might switch to a silent crank and see if that changes anything. Thanks for the reply.

 

[FishingNoob]

Opps my browser quit and double posted by accident. Sorry folks.

 

[dockmuskie]

I have been told that rattles work well when trying to trigger bites from non-active or non-feeding fish. Obviously baitfish themselves do not rattle so the rattle on a crankbait provides an additional trigger to entice a fish to bite when it may not feel like chasing down dinner. Also the murky water mentioned above.

On a personal note my rattlin rapala shad rap is my favorite crankbait and produces great!

 

[ADM]

Went salmon fishing this morning. I usually use the jointed rapala, but the wind and wave was soo strong today and couldn't cast far. Tried my crankin rap rapala lure white in color with a little rainbow color on the body, A little heavy but good for casting agains the wind. First time using it today and 3rd cast got a nice size chinook. Right after that, cast in the same location and got another 1. The 3rd fish 30 minutes after put a good fight but got away, checked my lure and the treble hook at the end broke off. Didn't have any extra hook and that's my only heavy lure. So just packed up for the day. I believe they do work well in murky water, gonna get another one and try it out next week again on salmon and see how it is

 

[dsukh]

Lately I've been trying to catch a fish on a crankbait... Any ways, I was wondering if crankbaits with rattles are better then crankbaits with out rattles.

I only have crankbaits with rattles as I thought the noise would interest the fish. Any who, what are your thoughts on such matters. Thanks.

The rattling and movement of the rapala sure attracts fish better than without the rattling, especially in murky water.
Fishes sense by seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling, and feeling vibrations with their lateral line. If they can't see, they rely on the rest of their senses to find their prey. Some rattling noise will definately be a plus.

 

[fish.hunt.love.repeat]

Depends on what you're fishing for...
For bass... RATTLE!

In my experience.

 

[FishingNoob]

Thanks for the all the reply's guys and girls. I think I'll have to experiment and see what works for me.

 

[AaronKrick]

If you are fishing muddy water, it's a must to have rattles. If the water it clear, it is not neccessary but still it good to have.

Cat

 

[Dugger]

..... shake, RATTLE and roll.... yes, like many have stated: Rattle in murky waters!

heck I use 'em in clear too, but nothing can beat the deadly silence of a J-11 jointed Rapala doing its dance in a clear river

I always use rattles at night.... Parry Sound District at midnight on a shoal bringing in a rattling plug at a steady base for Walleye... DEADLY METHOD and oh so simple

 

[FishingNoob]

..... shake, RATTLE and roll.... yes, like many have stated: Rattle in murky waters!

heck I use 'em in clear too, but nothing can beat the deadly silence of a J-11 jointed Rapala doing its dance in a clear river

I always use rattles at night.... Parry Sound District at midnight on a shoal bringing in a rattling plug at a steady base for Walleye... DEADLY METHOD and oh so simple

Thanks for the reply, Dugger.

 

[grubman]

Hey Noobs

Here are some articles of when and when not to use rattle baits. I think you'll find them helpful.

http://www.finsntales.com/all/is-noisier-better/

http://www.freebasslures.com/RattlingVsSilentBaitStrategies.htm

Once I was at a lake and I could see the fish down to a depth of about 12' it was so clear. I put on a rattling spot and cast it out. My lure scared all the fish away, I could see them all scatter and take shelter.......lol. It was kinda funny how they all just took off away from it. Mind you they were sunfish and perch but I learned not to use it in clear water on sunny days. Try to match the hatch, minnows don't make noise, neither do perch as the articles state.

Good luck.

 

[Blair]

Hey Noobs

Here are some articles of when and when not to use rattle baits. I think you'll find them helpful.

http://www.finsntale...noisier-better/

http://www.freebassl...tStrategies.htm

Once I was at a lake and I could see the fish down to a depth of about 12' it was so clear. I put on a rattling spot and cast it out. My lure scared all the fish away, I could see them all scatter and take shelter.......lol. It was kinda funny how they all just took off away from it. Mind you they were sunfish and perch but I learned not to use it in clear water on sunny days. Try to match the hatch, minnows don't make noise, neither do perch as the articles state.

Good luck.

WELL SAID GRUB! I absolutely agree 100%!

I will only use RATTLES in MURKY or NIGHT CONDITIONS.

No real reason to use them in any other situation.




ps: UPDATE

Unless of course, you have tried the "Normal Lures" in the conditions and the fish refuse to bite.

Then it's time for what we call the: 180 degree Change UP!


When all the "normal factors" arent adding up .... best to throw the Kitchen Sink at em!
lol

 

[FishingNoob]

Thanks for posting the web links, Grubman.

 

[grubman]

NP Noob

I can't wait to see the hawgs you pullout. Fall is a good time to go for bass when everyone else is putting their rods away and waiting for the ice to form, you should be out there nailing bass after bass. It's like they are at a buffet and trying to put on as much fat as possible before winter hits.

So good luck and post your pics.

 

[FishingNoob]

NP Noob

I can't wait to see the hawgs you pullout. Fall is a good time to go for bass when everyone else is putting their rods away and waiting for the ice to form, you should be out there nailing bass after bass. It's like they are at a buffet and trying to put on as much fat as possible before winter hits.

So good luck and post your pics.

Thanks. I got to hit the water soon!

 

[Spinninreel]

I agree with Grubman, but I have used the ones with a rattle in clear water with some success. I suppose the fish were aggressive and that's why it worked then.