Hardbait has a number of different terms to describe them like traps, rattles or lipless crank baits. No matter the name, these are very versatile hardbaits and will find fish at many different depths of water. some of the most versatile hardbaits out there when it comes to targeting fish at varying depths.
There is one brand that stood above the pack called the “Rat-L-Trap” designed by Bill Lewis. This was a premier lure and had much of the market. Since then, there has been a resurgence of brands that have come to the table with their rendition’s of their own lipless hardbait like Yozuri and Lucky Craft.
Depending on your experience and wallet your choice of lipless baits will vary from detailed, expensive and extensive, to cheap, few and basic until you gain confidence in your tactics to buy more advanced tackle. Here are some of the best out there:
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$8.69))/1845072.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Rapala Rippin' Rap Rattling Lipless Crankbait - 2-3/4" - Chrome/Blue Back The sleek body shape and bold color selection make this hot sinking Rapala® Rippin' Rap® Rattling Lipless Crankbait perfect for covering water fast with a rip 'n' dip action or just burning it straight in with a high-speed reel. Either way, bass com MORE... | $8.69))/1845075.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Rapala Rippin' Rap Rattling Lipless Crankbait - 2-3/4" - Pearl Gray Shiner The sleek body shape and bold color selection make this hot sinking Rapala® Rippin' Rap® Rattling Lipless Crankbait perfect for covering water fast with a rip 'n' dip action or just burning it straight in with a high-speed reel. Either way, bass com MORE... |
$1.79))/1944754.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Creme Pond Favorites Lipless Crankbait - Black Back Looking for the biggest panfish in your favorite creek, pond, or lake? The Cru00e8me Pond Favorites Lipless Crankbait is the quickest, easiest way to find out what's lurking under the surface. An awesome search lure, this pint-sized Creme original sinks MORE... | $1.79))/1944753.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Creme Pond Favorites Lipless Crankbait - Blue Back Gold Looking for the biggest panfish in your favorite creek, pond, or lake? The Cru00e8me Pond Favorites Lipless Crankbait is the quickest, easiest way to find out what's lurking under the surface. An awesome search lure, this pint-sized Creme original sinks MORE... |
$8.69))/2229006.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Rapala Rippin' Rap Rattling Lipless Crankbaits - 2-1/2' - Redfire Crawdad The sleek body shape and bold color selection make this hot sinking Rapala® Rippin' Rap® Rattling Lipless Crankbait perfect for covering water fast with a rip 'n' dip action or just burning it straight in with a high-speed reel. Either way, bass com MORE... | $7.89))/2242000.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Strike King Red Eyed Shad Tungsten 2 Tap Lipless Crankbait - 2-3/8' - Gold Black Back The pros know. The original Strike King® Red Eyed Shad rattlebait is the most-thrown, most productive lipless crankbait on the pro tour. The Tungsten 2-Tap takes the Red Eye Shad's strongest feature to another level. Instead of using standard free flo MORE... |
$7.89))/2242001.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Strike King Red Eyed Shad Tungsten 2 Tap Lipless Crankbait - 2-3/8' - Orange Craw The pros know. The original Strike King® Red Eyed Shad rattlebait is the most-thrown, most productive lipless crankbait on the pro tour. The Tungsten 2-Tap takes the Red Eye Shad's strongest feature to another level. Instead of using standard free flo MORE... | $7.89))/2242002.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Strike King Red Eyed Shad Tungsten 2 Tap Lipless Crankbait - 2-3/8' - Green Tomato The pros know. The original Strike King® Red Eyed Shad rattlebait is the most-thrown, most productive lipless crankbait on the pro tour. The Tungsten 2-Tap takes the Red Eye Shad's strongest feature to another level. Instead of using standard free flo MORE... |
$7.89))/2242006.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Strike King Red Eyed Shad Tungsten 2 Tap Lipless Crankbait - 2-3/8' - Chrome Sexy Shad The pros know. The original Strike King® Red Eyed Shad rattlebait is the most-thrown, most productive lipless crankbait on the pro tour. The Tungsten 2-Tap takes the Red Eye Shad's strongest feature to another level. Instead of using standard free flo MORE... | $7.89))/2242005.json?$BPSMkt_ProductFeeds$) Strike King Red Eyed Shad Tungsten 2 Tap Lipless Crankbait - 2-3/8' - Royal Purple The pros know. The original Strike King® Red Eyed Shad rattlebait is the most-thrown, most productive lipless crankbait on the pro tour. The Tungsten 2-Tap takes the Red Eye Shad's strongest feature to another level. Instead of using standard free flo MORE... |
