Bobby Garland · Crappie & Panfish Lures
Bobby Garland Swimming Minnow, 2 in, Pack of 15
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Pack of 15 two-inch soft plastic minnows with a swimming tail for crappie and panfish.
This Pearl White Bobby Garland Swimming Minnow is a 2-inch soft plastic bait with a swimming tail that keeps moving and gives off vibration. It comes fifteen to a pack and is rigged on a jig head to target crappie, with panfish such as bluegill and perch also in range. Anglers reach for it when casting, trolling or fishing vertically in freshwater.
Best for
- Crappie in shallow structure
- Panfish in ponds and small lakes
- Light jigging setups
Skip if
- You are fishing for large bass and need a larger profile
- You prefer hardbaits
Strengths
- Swimming tail creates constant vibration to attract fish
- Natural minnow profile matches crappie forage
- Small 2-inch size suits ultralight gear
Trade-offs
- At 2 inches they tear easily on repeated casts
- Soft plastic may come off the hook in thick vegetation
- 15-pack may not be enough for a full day of fishing
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Jigging
- Casting
Specifications
| Type | soft plastic crappie minnow |
|---|---|
| Count | 15 |
| Tail | Swimming grub-style tail |
| Material | Soft plastic |
What can I catch with this?
- Crappie
- Panfish
When and where to fish it
Its white or pearl pattern stays visible in lightly stained water and under cloud.
- Clarity
- Clear
- Stained
- Light
- Overcast
What it imitates
Its white or pearl pattern imitates shad.
- Shad
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chartreuse Silver, Pearl Chartreuse | Stands out in stained or muddy water and in low light. |
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| Smoke Silver | Gives a see-through baitfish look in clear water and bright sun. |
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| Pearl WhiteThis one | Stays easy to see in lightly stained water and under cloud. |
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| Blue Thunder, Purple Mist | Shows a solid outline in muddy water, at dusk and at night. |
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Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the size your rod and line can cast, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Length | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Garland Swimming Minnow Soft Plastic, 2 in, Monkey Milk | Length:2 in | Color:Monkey Milk | Suits:Crappie and panfish |
| Bobby Garland Swimming Minnow, 2 in, Pack of 15 | Length:2 in | Color:Pearl White | Suits:Clear and stained water, crappie and panfish |
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Length | 2 in |
|---|---|
| Pack count | 15 |
| Color | Pearl White |
| Color family | White |
| Target species | Crappie and Panfish |
Common questions
How long is it?
It is 2 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is Pearl White.
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