Berkley · Shallow Diving Crankbaits
Berkley Flicker Shad Crankbait, 2 in, 3/16 oz, Rainbow Trout
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A 2 in crankbait that dives 9-11 ft with a realistic shad profile and tight action, weighing only 3/16 oz for ultralight setups.
The Rainbow Trout Berkley Flicker Shad is a 2-inch crankbait weighing 3/16 oz, built to mimic a small shad. Its dive range of 9 to 11 feet covers the depth where many bass cruise, and a natural color makes it a practical choice for anglers working shallow-diving water.
Best for
- Shallow to mid-depth bass and trout in clear water
- Ultralight spinning gear where light weight matters
- Match-the-hatch fishing with natural shad colors
Skip if
- You need a crankbait that dives deeper than 11 ft
- You fish heavy timber where treble hooks snag
Strengths
- Realistic shad profile and paint mimic natural forage
- Weight transfer creates bullet-like casts for distance
- Fusion19 hooks are sticky-sharp and hold even on hard head shakes
Trade-offs
- At 3/16 oz, the lure is small; hard to see in low light
- Treble hooks are prone to snagging grass and wood
- 9-11 ft dive depth limits use on deeper structure
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Trolling
Specifications
| Type | crankbait |
|---|---|
| Length | 2 in |
| Weight | 3/16 oz |
| Dive depth | 9-11 ft |
| Hooks | 2 treble, Fusion19 |
Facts
| Lure weight | 3/16 oz |
|---|---|
| Length | 2 in |
| Minimum diving depth | 9 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 11 ft |
| Lip | Round |
| Hook size | 8 |
| Color | Rainbow Trout |
| Color family | Natural |
| Target species | Bass |
Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the depth you need to reach, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Lure weight | Length | Hook size | Maximum diving depth | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkley Flicker Shad Crankbait, 2 in, 3/16 oz, Rainbow Trout | Lure weight:3/16 oz | Length:2 in | Hook size:8 | Maximum diving depth:11 ft | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear water, bass, trout and crappie |
| Berkley Flicker Shad Crankbait, 1/4 oz, Firetail Chrome Candy | Lure weight:1/4 oz | Length:2.25 in | Hook size:6 | Maximum diving depth:12 ft | Suits:Mid (5 to 12 ft), clear and stained water, bass, trout and crappie |
| Berkley Flicker Shad Crankbait, 5/16 oz, Chrome | Lure weight:5/16 oz | Length:2.75 in | Hook size:6 | Maximum diving depth:13 ft | Suits:Deep (12 to 25 ft), clear and stained water, bass, trout and crappie |
Common questions
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 11 ft.
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 3/16 oz.
How long is it?
It is 2 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Rainbow Trout.
What can I catch with this?
At 3/16 oz, this crankbait is sized for bass, crappie and trout.
- Bass
- Trout
- Crappie
When and where to fish it
Its natural pattern suits clear water, where fish get a long look at the lure. Crankbaits are often fished in spring and fall, when fish are feeding on baitfish.
- Season
- Spring
- Fall
- Water
- Pond
- Lake
- Reservoir
- River
- Clarity
- Clear
- Light
- Bright
- Overcast
- Water temperature
- Cool (50 to 60°F)
- Warm (60 to 75°F)
- Fished from
- Bank
- Boat
- Kayak
How to fish it
Crankbaits are usually fished on a steady retrieve that keeps the lure near the bottom or the cover.
Steady cranking
- Cast past the target and point the rod tip down toward the water.
- Reel at a steady medium pace until the lure reaches its depth.
- Keep it ticking the bottom or the cover, and pause when it deflects.
How deep and around what
At 3/16 oz it runs down to 11 ft, in the mid depth zone, around the outside edge of grass, wood and rock.
- Surface
- Shallow (to 5 ft)
- Mid (5 to 12 ft) (this product)
- Deep (12 to 25 ft)
- Very deep (over 25 ft)
- Maximum diving depth
- 11 ft
- Depth zone
- Mid (5 to 12 ft)
- Cover
- Grass
- Wood
- Rock
What you need with it
A 3/16 oz crankbait is usually fished with a spinning rod, a spinning reel and 6 to 10 lb line.
- Spinning rodsA medium-light rod with a moderate action casts a light lure and keeps small hooks pinned.
- Spinning reelsA spinning reel handles light line without backlash.
- Monofilament lineStretches, which keeps the hooks pinned; 6 to 10 lb for this weight.
Pairs with
A 3/16 oz lure pairs with a medium-light or medium rod with a moderate action and with 6 to 10 lb line.
| Item | Range |
|---|---|
| Rod power | Medium light or medium |
| Rod action | Moderate |
| Rod lure weight | 1/8 to 1/2 oz |
| Line test | 6 to 10 lb |
What it imitates
Its natural pattern imitates bluegill and perch.
- Bluegill
- Perch
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse Pearl, Lime Chrome, Slick Chartreuse | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Firetail MF Hot Firetiger, Slick Firetiger | A loud pattern that shows up in stained and muddy water under cloud. |
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| Chrome, Chrome Clown, Firetail Chrome Candy, HD Emerald Shiner, HD Spottail Shiner, Racy Shad | Flashes like a baitfish in clear to lightly stained water. |
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| Pearl White, Slick Pearl Silver | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Firetail Hot Perch, HD Fathead Minnow, HD Yellow Perch, MF Bluegill, Yellow Perch | Looks like real forage in clear water, where fish get a long look. |
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| Firetail Red Tail | Matches crawfish in cold to cool, stained water early in the season. |
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| Black Gold, Black Gold Sunset | Flashes in stained, tea-colored water and on dark days. |
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| Black Brass, Blue Smelt, Slick Blue Alewife, Slick Purple Candy | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2in - 1/8 oz, 2in - 3/16 ozThis one | A small profile for panfish, trout and wary fish on light spinning gear. | — |
| 2 1/4in - 1/4 oz, 2 3/4in - 5/16 oz, 2.75in (5/16 oz), 5/16 oz, 2 3/4" | An all-round size for bass and walleye on medium spinning or baitcasting gear. | — |
About this type
A crankbait is a hard-bodied lure that wobbles on a steady retrieve; most have a lip that sets how deep they run.
On a lipped bait, a bigger or steeper lip usually sends it deeper.
Most lipped crankbaits float at rest and dive when reeled, so a pause lets the lure back up and away from a snag.
Compared with Jerkbaits: A jerkbait is worked with twitches and pauses and often suspends or floats; a crankbait is reeled.
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