Theine Posted April 9, 2016 Report Share Posted April 9, 2016 So below is my first blank. It's a 8" Muskie bait that will be lipped with 3 size 2/0 hooks. Question is do must lipped baits needs at least some weight. I intend to test it regardless but would like to see if it necessary regardless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gone2long Posted April 9, 2016 Report Share Posted April 9, 2016 Too many variables to know, wood density, hook hardware location, lip and line tie or through wire weight but as a rule most baits in that size class require some weight consideration to obtain the swim profile your looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedyarb Posted April 10, 2016 Report Share Posted April 10, 2016 Yes, most lures need weight. But not all of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted April 10, 2016 Report Share Posted April 10, 2016 The purpose of adding weight to a lipped crank bait is to make the bait bottom heavier so it is stable and stays upright on the retrieve, and to adjust the front to back center of gravity to achieve the side to side (X ing) action that you want. If your bait runs true and has good action without added ballast weight, more power to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theine Posted April 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2016 Excellent thanks much all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
