norman lures

[deep-cranker]

Hey I just wanted to know if norman lures are any good,  if they need to be tune constantly,  and if they are durable.

[TournyFish001]

Norman lures are very good- I still can't believe how nicely priced they are.  very durable and I have never had one out of tune... well some at my fault... their crankbaits have won a lot of tournaments- just pick up a bassmaster and you will always hear about a guy doing well with a DD22 seems to be a popular model- plus they have MANY different colors to choose from- yep cant go wrong with a Norman

[roadwarrior]

Welcome aboard!

I caught my PB on a Norman Fat Boy, bluegill pattern.

[TournyFish001]

Just noticed your screen name "DEEP-CRANKER"- that confirms you should grab a couple Norman DD22's and crank away

[CJ]

Welcome to "THE" board!

I like DD22 and DLN.Sometimes you will get one that needs tuning.

[ejtaylor822]

BOught a couple back in the spring.  Think it was Gander Mtn had them on sale and I picked up several.  Havn't used them a lot but so far they run nice and appear to be very well made.

[Brad_Coovert]

Norman makes great baits. The DD22, DLN, Middle N, Thin N and Fat Boy are some of my favorite baits. Most times, they are true out of the box, but sometimes they need tuned. No big deal though.

Brad

[5bass]

You have to throw a DD22 at some point in your fishing career. It would be best to do it sooner rather than later. In my opinion, its the best deep crank for the money on the market.

[bighed]

I take a full set of DD22's, DD14's, and DLN's to every tourny.  A total of about 40 Norman's.  That's what I think about them.  big

[Root beer]

DD22, my favorite crankbait. ;D

[.ghoti.]

Norman cranks are the best value cranks on the market, and have been for quite a while.  Very durable, decent hooks, lots of colors; not that you need lots of colors. Every now and then I get one that needs tuning, but not that many; maybe one out of eight. Litte N, Thin N, Fat Boy, Deep Little N, are some of my favorite baits. I don't leave home without "em.

Cheers,

GK

[Shadcranker]

Great baits and even better value for the $$$.

I'd say for the money that Norman and Bandit make the best quality baits out there.

The DD 14 and DD22's are both great for structure (ledge fishing).

The DBN is a great little bait for winter and eary spring.

Rapala makes a fine bait, but for the money, I tend to buy more Bandits and Normans.

SC

[deep-cranker]

Thanks guys. I heard a rumor going around about norman crankbaits needing to be tuned after only 5 and up casts and by burning the baits. I doubt its true. But I want to hear what you guys think.

[Infidel.]

All cranks that I know of except for the Mann's 79 will need to be turned at one point or another and any crank fisherman worth his/her salt should be able to tune their cranks like it is second nature.  If you are running your baits into the rocks and wood like you should, your baits are going to need to be tuned frequently.  That being said, Norman cranks are some of the best cranks out there regardless of the price.  Their finish holds up better than any Lucky Craft, Jackal, Megabass, or other $15-25 baits on the market, they have great action, and fish eat em!  

[Cory20]

A quality product at a great price.  It can be done!!  Love that gelcoat glitter finish too    

[Branuss04]

I lost my two LC's.  Looks like i'll have to fill the holes with some normans'

[Dean]

Great lure at a great value. I've caught some nice ones on Lake Champlain a couple of times with them. They are one of my favorite cranks.

[cart7t]

My wife caught her PB on a Norman jerkbait.  They only produced those for a couple years in the early 90's though.

I've caught plenty of fish on Norman's N series.  Great baits, the sunshine gelcoat finishes are durable and they're priced right.

[BassHunter69]

ohhhhhhhhhh i love those dd22's   if you anit crank'n you aint living,if your crank'n right you'll be hitting brushpiles,laydowns,rocks etc..s so  tune ups are just a part of crank'n and i dont mean tuning the e.q on the stero  

[Catt]

The only bait that is capable of competing with Plastics or Jigs on Toledo Bend far tournament wins is DD22's

[BassHunter69]

The only bait that is capable of competing with Plastics or Jigs on Toledo Bend far tournament wins is DD22's

i knew you was a smart man Mr Catt  

[Stringjam]

+1 on what has been said already......and +2 on what Infidel said.  

DD22's aren't my favorite deep crank, but they are one of the best, proven deep crankbaits in life - - especially for the price.  

[MALTESE FALCON]

Back in April I bought a Mad N in lavender shad and didn't use until about six weeks ago, what a mistake that was. It has produced many shallow water largemouth since. You can bet there will be more Norman lures in my arsenal next season.

Falcon

[deep-cranker]

Thanks for the info guys, I just bought a few norman crankbaits on basspro.com.  They are the DD 22, middle N, and the deep baby N.  I can't wait to try it.  Got any tips for the baits?

[bassnleo]

Make sure you have the right rod and line for the crankin your doing. Most use a fiberglass or composite rod with a slow action, this will help you keep fish hooked. Line size will actually affect how deep your bait will run. I throw my DD22's on mostly 10 lb test since I want maximum depth out of them. If I'm fishing cranks around cover I'll usually upsize my line to 12, maybe 14, if depth is not critical. ALWAYS check your hooks, sharp hooks are essential. ALWAYS check the first 5 feet or so of your line, it will get knicks and scuffs from going arcoss cover your fishing around.

I'm sure there is stuff I missed but can't think of it now.

Good luck