Strike King · Squarebill Crankbaits
Strike King KVD 2.5 Square Bill Crankbait, 2.75 in, 706 - Wicked
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Options
- Item weight
- 0.88 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 6 x 2 x 1 inches
Quick take
A silent squarebill crankbait designed for shallow-water power fishing with an erratic deflection action.
The 2.75-inch version of this Strike King KVD squarebill dives about 3 to 5 feet and suits shallow cover, where its square bill deflects it off rocks, stumps and wood. It has no internal rattles, so the approach stays quiet. Anglers working shallow bass structure can crank it steadily or work it through cover with a little slack.
Best for
- Shallow water 3-7 feet deep
- Power fishing over structure and cover
- Clear to moderately stained water
Skip if
- You fish very shallow water under 3 feet
- You need a rattling crankbait for noise
Strengths
- Square bill deflects off cover and triggers reactive strikes
- Erratic wandering action mimics fleeing baitfish
- Silent running eliminates line-shy fish in clear water
Trade-offs
- Lacks internal rattle for low-visibility conditions
- 2.5 size is better for smallmouth and spotted bass than large largemouths
- No real knot eye; fish on braided line may slip
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
Facts
| Length | 2.75 in |
|---|---|
| Minimum diving depth | 3 ft |
| Maximum diving depth | 5 ft |
| Lip | Square |
| Rattle | No |
| Color | 706 - Wicked |
Which one should I pick?
Choose the version by the depth you need to reach, then choose the color by water clarity.
| Version | Length | Maximum diving depth | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strike King KVD 2.5 Square Bill Crankbait, 2.75 in, 706 - Wicked | Length:2.75 in | Maximum diving depth:5 ft | Color:706 - Wicked | Suits:— |
| Strike King KVD 2.5 Squarebill Crankbait, Natural Shad | Length:— | Maximum diving depth:7 ft | Color:699 - Natural Shad | Suits:Clear and stained water |
Common questions
How deep does it run?
It runs to a maximum depth of 5 ft.
How long is it?
It is 2.75 in long.
What color is this version?
This version is 706 - Wicked.
When and where to fish it
Crankbaits are often fished in spring and fall, when fish are feeding on baitfish.
- Season
- Spring
- Fall
- Water
- Pond
- Lake
- Reservoir
- River
- Water temperature
- Cool (50 to 60°F)
- Warm (60 to 75°F)
- Fished from
- Bank
- Boat
- Kayak
How to fish it
A crankbait with a square lip kicks away from wood and rock, so it is fished right through cover.
Deflecting off cover
- Cast past a stump, a laydown or a rock and reel the lure into it.
- Keep reeling as the lip hits; the lure kicks to the side and rights itself.
- Pause for a moment after each deflection, then carry on.
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
- Maximum diving depth
- 5 ft
- Cover
- Wood
- Rock
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| .25-ounce | An all-round size for bass and walleye on medium spinning or baitcasting gear. | — |
| 5/8 oz | Casts farther and handles wind and bigger fish. | — |
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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