Luhr Jensen Speed Trap Crankbait

The "Limit Getter" That Pros Have Trusted for Decades

The Luhr Jensen Speed Trap Crankbait earned its nickname on the tournament trail — pros call it the "Limit Getter" because it covers water fast, stays in the zone, and gets bit. Whether you're burning it over shallow cover or slow-rolling it through structure, the Speed Trap's computer-controlled thin-wall construction produces maximum vibration and stays perfectly balanced at any retrieve speed. It's a search bait, a confidence bait, and a limit bait all in one.

Computer-Controlled Molding = Tournament-Winning Action

The secret to the Speed Trap is its computer-controlled molding process, which creates an ultra-thin-walled body with precise weight distribution. The result is a crankbait that produces intense, high-frequency vibration at slow speeds and stays perfectly balanced at full burn — no rolling, no blowout, no lost action. The round-bend treble hooks are positioned to maximize hookups across the bait's full range of motion.

When Your Crankbait Rolls Out at High Speed

Most crankbaits have a ceiling — push them too fast and they roll over, lose their action, and stop catching fish. The Speed Trap was specifically engineered to eliminate that problem. You can burn it as fast as you want over shallow cover and it stays true, which means you can cover more water, trigger more reaction strikes, and find fish faster than with any bait that has a speed limit.

Two Sizes, 14 Colors, One Proven Design

The Speed Trap comes in 1/8 oz (dives to 5 ft) and 1/4 oz (dives to 8 ft), giving you the flexibility to target fish at different depths with the same proven action. With 14 color options spanning shad, craw, bluegill, and perch patterns, there's a Speed Trap for every water clarity and forage situation you'll encounter.

The Right Pick If...

• You need a search bait to cover water fast on unfamiliar lakes
• You want a crankbait that stays true at high-speed retrieves
• You're targeting bass in shallow to medium-depth cover (5–8 ft)
• You want a proven tournament bait with a deep color selection

Best Fishing Techniques

• High-speed burn over shallow flats and cover
• Steady slow-roll through submerged structure
• Search bait on unfamiliar water — cover water fast to locate fish
• Parallel casting along banks, docks, and laydowns
• Reaction strike fishing in stained or off-color water

Best Conditions

• Shallow to medium-depth water (5–8 ft depending on model)
• Clear to stained water — wide color selection covers all conditions
• Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding periods when bass are aggressive
• Freshwater lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and ponds

Best For

• Species: Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, crappie
• Techniques: Power fishing, search bait, reaction strike crankbait
• Depth range: 1/8 oz = 5 ft | 1/4 oz = 8 ft

Key Features

• Computer-controlled thin-wall molding for maximum vibration
• Won't roll at any retrieve speed — high-speed stable design
• Round-bend treble hooks for solid hookups
• Available in 1/8 oz (5 ft dive) and 1/4 oz (8 ft dive)
• 14 color options: shad, craw, bluegill, perch, and specialty patterns
• Tournament-proven design — featured in Bassmaster magazine

Models & Specs

Tackle Express Tips

• Use it as your first cast on new water. The Speed Trap's ability to cover water fast makes it the perfect search bait when you're learning a new lake. Burn it along likely-looking structure and let the fish tell you where they are before you slow down and finesse them.
• Match color to water clarity. In clear water, go with Crystal Tennessee Shad, Near Clear Pearl Shad, or Pearl Silver Scale. In stained or off-color water, reach for Breeding Bluegill, Creek Craw, or Moss Back Craw for better contrast and visibility.
• Don't be afraid to burn it. Most anglers slow down instinctively — but the Speed Trap was built to be burned. A fast, aggressive retrieve triggers reaction strikes from fish that won't chase a slow bait, especially in warmer water.

FAQ

What's the dive depth for each size?
The 1/8 oz Speed Trap dives to approximately 5 feet, and the 1/4 oz dives to approximately 8 feet. Actual depth will vary based on line diameter, rod angle, and retrieve speed — lighter line and a lower rod tip will push the bait deeper.

Can I use this bait at high retrieve speeds without it rolling?
Yes — that's the Speed Trap's defining feature. The computer-controlled thin-wall molding and precise weight distribution keep the bait stable and tracking true at any retrieve speed, from a slow crawl to a full burn.

Which color should I start with?
If you're fishing clear water, start with Crystal Tennessee Shad or Near Clear Pearl Shad. In stained water, Breeding Bluegill or Creek Craw are proven producers. When in doubt, match the primary forage in the lake you're fishing — shad patterns in open water, craw patterns near rocky or muddy bottom.