Rattle trap

[Snagmaster]

How do you fish a rattle trap. Troll? Vertical jig? Rip?

[Ness]

I rip them but I don't use them much until the weather cools off some. I don't see why you couldn't troll them though???? Anyone?

[whitey]

We've trolled them for lake trout early in the year when the fish are in 10-15 feet of water. They catch fish. Try 'em, you might like 'um.

[Neal/CO]

I fish Rattle Traps more than any other crank. I have about 40 in my crank box. I use a steady retrieve in the spring and fall and I rip it occationally during the summer. Although a steady fast retrieve is very effective on Wipers and Smallmouths during the summer. I use the 3/4 oz models at night with a steady slow retrieve. I have caught scores of walleys and smallmouths down at Pueblo Res. by just casting parallel to rocky shorelines and burning them back. Also try the 1/8 oz in the spring when shad have just hatched. It mimics a small shad fingerling perfectly. Try the new 1 oz size for trolling for Pike and Lakers. Toothy critters love them.

[Mac]

I've used them in Canada. Mostly trolling in the dark water lakes. Good for walleyes and northerns.

[Neal/Co]

I have a question also. I have heard alot good reports about the new Frenzy lipless rattle baits and purchased a half dozen to go in my Trap tray. I have tried to use the Frenzys a little more than my beloved Traps to compare the results. So far it has been no contest, I still haven't caught anything on the Frenzys. The last time I fished up at Lonetree I couldn't get the walleyes to hit anything but crawlers. But I also threw a 1/2 oz Frenzy for about two hours hoping to pick up a Wiper or two. I didn't get a strike all morning. Then I put my favorite Firetiger 1/2 oz Trap on and caught two decent Largemouths in about 20 casts and lost what felt like a decent Wiper. Should I keep trying the Frenzys or stick with what I know best?

[TickBite]

Neal, Don't give up on the frenzy's, The Blue ones are hot on bright days, I've had good luck on those with a steady retrieve. Never have tried much rippin'.

[Fat man]

Rattle traps are great for trolling in the rocks. They tend to bounce over the rock rather than hide under it. Best lure going for the "river lakes" I fish here!