Bandit Lure 2-5' 2" 1/4oz Crappie

The Bandit Lure 2-5' 2" 1/4oz is a shallow crankbait designed specifically for crappie fishing. At just a quarter-ounce and 2 inches long, this compact hard bait reaches depths down to nearly 5 feet, making it ideal for targeting crappie in shallow structure, brush, and standing timber. Bandit Baits engineered these lures with a tight, responsive wiggle that triggers strikes from both black and white crappie, even when fish aren't aggressively feeding.

Built from premium-grade plastic using state-of-the-art molding techniques, the Bandit 100 delivers consistent action and durability through repeated casts and fish. The lure features excellent snag-deflection properties—a real asset when you're fishing around wood, vegetation, and other cover where crappie hide. Whether you're working shallow ledges on a spring spawn or probing brush piles in summer, this crankbait's compact profile and predictable running depth make it a reliable choice for crappie anglers who want to cover water efficiently.

Bandit offers this lure in a wide range of color schemes, so you can match local forage and water conditions. Its small size and light weight also make it manageable for lighter spinning tackle, which pairs well with the finesse approach many crappie anglers prefer.

Key Features

• Shallow crankbait designed for crappie fishing
• Dives to nearly 5 feet despite lightweight design
• Tight, responsive wiggle triggers strikes in cover
• Excellent snag-deflection for fishing structure and timber
• Premium-grade plastic construction for durability
• Available in multiple color patterns
• Compact 2-inch profile ideal for light tackle

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to fish a Bandit 2-inch crankbait for crappie?

Cast around shallow structure like fallen timber, brush piles, and docks. The lure's tight wiggle and near-5-foot depth work well for probing shallow flats and cover where crappie congregate. Steady retrieves are effective, but short pauses and occasional twitches can also trigger bites.

Will this crankbait work on spinning gear?

Yes. At just 1/4 ounce, this lure is well-suited to light spinning rods and reels, which is the preference for many crappie anglers.

How deep does the Bandit 100 actually dive?

This crankbait reaches depths of nearly 5 feet, making it a shallow to mid-depth option ideal for crappie in lakes and ponds without heavy cover at greater depths.

What makes the snag-deflection feature useful?

Crappie often hide around timber, stumps, and dense vegetation. The snag-deflection design helps the lure deflect off obstructions rather than hang up, letting you fish tight to cover without constantly losing lures.