Spinnerbait Trailers

[T-rig]

I'm sure this has been asked before but do guys use a trailer on your spinnerbait, if so, what kind?

If not, why? Are you better off using no trailer if you want your spinnerbait deep? Thanks for the input!

[lunchbox508]

The only type of trailer I use is a trailer hook! That way if the fish nibble i can still get them. I am not totally against trailers but most of the time I use them on jigs. Goof luck and i hope somebody can help you more.

[eastkybass]

Only time I use them is if the water is Real muddy and I need to create a bigger profile.  then it is only a curly tail grub in 4 inch.

[Bankbeater]

I don't use them, but I do use a trailer hook.

[Catt]

I use 3 or 4 single or twin tail grubs but no trailer hooks ever  >

[Alpster]

A short curly tail grub or 3" ribbon tail worm, sometimes.

Ronnie

[Bud]

I use 3" single or twin tail grubs  

[MALTESE FALCON]

I usually use a trailer hook, but I'm thinking about trying a trailer from the chatterbait in certain situations.

Falcon

[.ghoti.]

A fluke, not a super fluke, or a 3" grub, or a piece of a ribbon-tail worm. I save torn up worms just for this. No trailer hooks, please.

Cheers,

GK

[Fisher of Men]

For me, trailer hooks are essential.  My catch rate has been way better since using very sharp trailer hooks.  To add the comment regarding losing the bite with a trailer, I  wouldn't install a trailer without my trailer hook.  I like to use white twin tail trailers and chartreuse in stained water when the bite is slow(er).

[Other.]

I have a saltwater version 4" white/chartreuse grub that I use for my white and chartreuse spinnerbaits. The saltwater grubs seem to be more durable so i don't have to change them as much and it moves more water.

[VekolBass]

I started using a plastic trailer last year, and am now a complete convert. As some of the previous replies suggested a 3" grub works well. I use one that is smoke with metal flake. A small fluke also is a good bet. I  have a feeling that something like a 5" Senko, or other small plastic worm, might work well too. I haven't tried that yet, but plan to once the water starts warming up.

[Lard_Bass]

I just read over on Tackle Tour that they tried the Sizmic Toad as a trailer.  I would have never thought of that.

http://www.tackletour.com/reviewsizmictoad.html

[hi_steel_basser]

I always put something on the shank of my spinnerbaits, usually a 3-4" grub. The reason is simple. Bass use suction to pull the baitfish into their mouth. A plain spinnerbait will not vacume as easy as one with some bulk. I use trailer hooks too, unless the cover is too thick. I also like twin-tail spinnerbait trailers if I really want to cover some water.

[Curado]

Usually the only time I use a trailer is in real dirty water for a bigger profile and a little more action. I will also sometimes use them in cold water when I'm fishing the spinnerbait slow, I think it may give it a little more lift so I can fish it a little slower.