For me, 3/8 for swimming and 1/2 for pitching. If you want a craw with flappy arms go with NetBait or Strike King Rage Craw or Yum Papi. If you want something less expensive but still flappy, go with a Zoom twin-tail trailer or a 3-inch grub to look like a small bluegill or minnow.

Similar to BCLC, I go with black-blue, white or maybe a bream (green pumpkin) setup. I try to keep it simple. Reduces decision-making and the amount of chit I have. Guntersville Special, Mardi Gras and Ma-Ma Bream are a couple of TLJ colors that are popular.

I also like other jigs in smaller sizes. I'm not picky as long as something catches fish.


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