Spinnerbait Size

[Brendan Duffy]

What do you guys think about spinnerbait size? Will a bigger spinnerbait deter smaller fish? I fish up here in the North and I dont want that to happen.

[bassman31783]

It will be more appealing to the larger fish but IMHO it wont necessarily deter the smaller ones from biting.

I've caught some bass that were smaller then the lure I was using. 

[Carrington]

i would probably just stay with a smaller spinnerbait just to ensure you dont scare away the smaller fish.

[Elite Image Fishing]

I would read the article provided above. Spinnerbaits are versatile baits and different sizes, colors, blade combos have their own application. For instance this time of year I'm slow rolling a strike king premier plus spinner bait in the 1/2 or 3/4 size. I just like the weight and the fall rate. Other times I'm using the Davis X-wire or a Strike King Burner in a 3/8 or 1/4. I let the weather/fish tell me what to use. But to answer the question I think MOST bass are aggressive enough to bite the larger baits there are always exceptions.

[RoLo]

In my case, the size of the spinnerbait would have little affect on the size of bass.

I only fish spinnerbaits where the visibility is poor (low-light or murky water)

so the size of the next bass is up for grabs.

Roger

[Paul Roberts]

There are times when a smaller bait will work better -usually high vis/calm conditions. But, I've too often been surprised how large a lure bass will be willing to tackle. I've told myself to remember not to be afraid of a BIG lure.

I drew the line once with a giant spinnerbait with a giant willow blade that created a wake that actually lapped both shorelines of the pond I was fishing LOL. I decided to add that bait to my musky box, or pull it out when I finally get to Mexico. But in choppy conditions, I have no doubt it would take reg'lar sized bass right and left.

Since you are concerned with turning away smaller fish, and this can happen, stick with a standard sized bait. Again, like anything, adjust to the conditions at hand. If you have good SB water and like to throw 'em, you may actually need a range of sizes.

[A-Rob]

I was wondering the same thing.

I fish north as well. Often I prefer burning a 3/8 oz, but I want to go heavier sometimes, to slow roll and stuff. I have never had any luck slow rolling, although I maybe just haven't tried it long enough to give it a chance. When I was slow rolling, I was using a 5/8oz spinnerbait, that thing felt like it weighed a million pounds. I prefer the lighter spinnerbaits still.

......I doubt my rambling has helped anyone haha. Good luck bro, you and me are in the same boat here

[D4u2s0t]

what it comes down to, is bass will eat anything that fits in their mouth.  I've caught perch on big crankbaits, reeled them in thinking to myself this fish can't even begin to attempt to swallow this bait, why did it try?  Bass don't just strike to eat, they will strike at anything that comes through their territory.  Remember that "feeding" is just one of the types of strikes.

[Fishes in trees]

Do you mean overall dimensions or weight?  You can find heavier spinnerbaits built on smaller frames, from *** or other companies make them also.  That being said I like 1/2 or 3/4 ounce baits because they are easier to throw and they make wind not as much an of an issue.  I'm not a fan or big splashes, so I use a Jimmy Houston style roll cast or I'm pitching.   I seldom use overhand casts with spinner baits.  JOM