Getting the Most from Crankbaits That Run Deep

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The key to fishing deep-diving crankbaits is matching the bait's lip length and diving curve to the actual depth of the fish, not just casting and cranking. I slow down my retrieve when the lure hits bottom, pausing long enough to let it rise slightly before re-engaging—this triggers strikes from fish that are holding tight to structure. Adding a split ring or changing the bill can tune the action, but most often, adjusting your reel speed and rod tip angle makes the biggest difference in getti…