Strike King Lures & Baits

The Strike King Pro Model 6XD Crankbait was developed and evaluated for one year alongside 5-time BASS Angler-of-the-Year, Kevin VanDam. This crank bait is a must-have and is a constant fixture in our gear. We recommend using 10lb flourocarbon line to achieve greater depths. Keep a lure retriever handy in case of any snags with lighter line. Keep in mind that each body of water and type of cover may require heavier line.

We also like to use an egg snap on the bait, it allows it more action and you can swap out the color or bait if you need to. Decoy makes a great snap that is easy to get on and off but is strong enough for big fish.  

Before Van Dam had unveiled a prototype and used it to produce some substantial weights in route to his 2nd place finish in the 2009 BASS Elite Series event at Kentucky Lake.

In order to attack those big ledge fish, KVD wanted to make sure this new bait would not only reach 18-20-foot depths, but that it had the right wobble and shimmy once it got there to attract the bass and entice them to bite. Well balanced, it casts like a bullet and has a super-steep dive angle to reach the strike zone quickly.

VanDam said he easily got this bait down to 18 to 19-feet on every cast, and it was the erratic action once it hit the bottom and then began to wander off that triggered the bass to bite.

• Dives 19ft+
  
• Length: 3"
  
• Weight: 1oz
  

Strike King's Bitsy Bug Jigs are popular among both smallmouths and largemouths. These jigs have a downsized design and come equipped with top-of-the-line silicone skirts and fiber weedguards. Their smaller size is perfect for catching finicky fish, and their affordable price makes them a smart choice when fishing in rocky areas.

1 per pack

Designed to dive 4-5ft deeper than the standard Series 5, the Strike King Pro Model 5XD Crankbait features a newly designed bill that allows it to get down to depths of 15ft. BASS Elite Series pro, Kevin Van Dam, helped significantly with testing and refining the 5XD, and it also ended up being one of the main baits he used to come from behind in the final Post Season events at Lake Jordan and the Alabama River - and claim the 2010 Bassmaster Angler of Year title.  Available in multiple colors, the Strike King Pro Model 5XD Crankbait delivers another proven way to target those deep fish.

The Strike King KVD 2.5 Squarebill Crankbait was designed to the specifications of BassMaster Classic Champ Kevin Van Dam. Perfect for shallow water power fishing. The square bill design and unique action will constantly “wander” with erratic action while still running true. It also helps deflect off cover to entice strikes. The KVD baits are designed with no internal rattles for a “silent” approach.

Strike King Rage Tail Craw delivers tournament-proven action that triggers aggressive strikes from bass, walleye, and panfish. The signature flanged claws create maximum water displacement and lifelike movement whether you're flipping, pitching, or dragging across structure.

Key Features

• Exclusive Rage Tail Design: Engineered with customized hi-grade plastics for superior tail action and durability
• Versatile Rigging Options: Texas rig, Carolina rig, weightless, or jig trailer—adapts to any presentation
• Flanged Claws: Create fish-attracting vibration and realistic defensive posture
• Premium Soft Plastic: Maintains action in cold water while staying durable through multiple fish

Specifications

• Rage Craw: 7 per pack
• Baby Rage Craw: 9 per pack
• Weight: 3 oz

Ideal for targeting bass in heavy cover, around docks, or along rocky structure. The Rage Tail Craw's unique action makes it a go-to choice for both tournament anglers and weekend warriors.