It’s a jig with a skirt on it and attached to the front is some sort of a blade. There are hundreds of manufacturers and many different styles of bladed jigs out there, most commonly known as Chatterbaits, but no matter what manufacturer or what they call it, it’s a jig with a blade attached to the front of it.
What color chatter bait is best?
If you believe baitfish are on the menu, white-colored ChatterBaits are often the most productive If you’re noticing a lot of panfish in the shallows, a green pumpkin-colored Chatterbait can elicit some bone-jarring strikes.
When should I use a chatterbait?
Also known as a vibrating jig or bladed jig, the chatterbait can be fished from late winter through the autumn months , with spring being the most productive time of the year.
Should I put a trailer on my ChatterBait?
A Chatterbait fished alone will catch lots of bass, but adding a soft plastic trailer will enhance your chances of catching even more fish.
What size should a ChatterBait be to throw?
Chatterbaits of 1/2oz are the standard choice for areas 1 to 8 feet deep You’ll have to downsize to 3/8oz or 1/4oz if the lure gets hung on the grass and structure. Upsize to 3/4oz to 1oz to reach below 10 feet. Your choice of color will depend on the seasonality and baits.
How deep can you fish a ChatterBait?
The ChatterBait Jack Hammer bladed jig has established itself as one of the best bass fishing lures due to its ability to trigger bass throughout the country and in most environments. While most often fished in shallow water, 3/4- and 1-1/4 ounce versions allow the Jack Hammer to excel in water as deep as 30 feet.
Can you throw a ChatterBait on braid?
The sensitivity is second to none. But it will take a little getting used to at first and you’ll be prone to setting the hook on limbs and snatching the bait away from a fish on the initial pass. But if you’re like me, you’ll find that braided line is the perfect accessory to a ChatterBait.
Do Chatterbaits work in clear water?
The ChatterBait has become my clear-water crankbait and I’ve been able to extend that bite for months. I’ve been able to leave my main areas, let them rest and find similar areas in other parts of the lake—water color hasn’t really mattered. If it’s dirty, I’ll still throw a crankbait.
Which is better ChatterBait or spinnerbait?
The main difference between a spinnerbait vs chatterbait is grass. The chatterbait is an absolute killer in and around the grass The prespawn stage where chatterbaits can come through the grass more easily than a lipless is a dream come true for chatterbait lovers.
Does ChatterBait make noise?
Unlike a spinnerbait, a jig and a crankbait, the ChatterBait has a sound component that few anglers understand. Ronny Davis’s much-tinkered with design makes the hexagonal blade bounce off the lead head of the jig and reverse itself. “ It’s making all kinds of noise in the water ,” Davis said.
Do Chatterbaits work in winter?
Chatterbaits are not just for the warm months! Changing your cadence and retrieval technique can make this bait deadly effective in the winter.
What line is best for Chatterbaits?
“The fluorocarbon line and glass composite rod in a heavy action is the way to go,” he reiterated. “And the Chronarch is a 6.2:1 ratio, which is the perfect reel ratio for reeling and snapping Chatterbaits through the grass.”.
What weight chatterbait should I use?
3/8 oz to 5/8 oz seems to be the most effective sizes. Color choice of the darker colors, black/blue, brown/orange, pumpkin, or green pumpkin seems to be the most effective. Blade color is optional but I prefer either a dark scaled blade (Pro2 black/blue) or a black nickel blade (Chatterbait black/blue).
Can I use a spinning reel for chatterbait?
It does not matter if you use a spinning reel or a baitcasting reel However, the gear ratio does matter. No matter your reel type, make sure the gear ratio is, at a minimum, 6.0:1. This will help your setup manage larger bass and even the occasional Northern Pike has a go at your chatterbait.
References
https://fishinglidokey.com/chatterbait-fishing-lures/
https://monsterbass.com/blogs/fishing-tips/how-to-fish-a-chatterbait-tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNeIJ7kvo9c