Bandit Lure 8-12' 2" 3/8oz Sour

The Bandit Lure 8-12' 2" 3/8oz Sour is a hard-bodied diving crankbait designed to hunt actively on your retrieve or behind the boat. This 300 Series crankbait reaches depths of 8 to 12 feet when cast on standard 10-lb line, making it a versatile choice for anglers targeting bass, walleye, pike, and other freshwater gamefish. The Sour color pattern is built from quality materials engineered to withstand repeated casts and the teeth and power of hard-hitting fish.

What sets this crankbait apart is its searching swimming action—a rhythmic, erratic wobble that triggers aggressive strikes from neutral fish. Whether you're casting into structure, along drop-offs, or working weed lines, the diving profile and built-in action do the heavy lifting for you. At 3/8 ounce and 2 inches, the lure casts well on light tackle and doesn't exhaust your arm over a long day on the water.

Run it on a straight retrieve for a steady hunt, or work it with slight pauses and twitches to vary the cadence and appeal to pickier fish. The 8-12' depth range puts this crankbait in the strike zone for mid-depth structure—a sweet spot where gamefish often hold in both shallow and moderate systems.

Key Features

• Dives to 8–12 feet on 10-lb test line
• 2-inch, 3/8-ounce profile—easy casting and light-tackle friendly
• Searching, erratic swimming action triggers strikes
• Hard-bodied construction for durability and repeated impact
• Available in Sour color pattern
• Effective for bass, walleye, pike, and other gamefish
• Works on both cast and troll retrieve

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish species will this crankbait catch?

The Bandit 300 Series is effective for bass, walleye, pike, and other freshwater gamefish. The searching action and mid-depth profile make it a solid choice across a wide range of species and water conditions.

How deep does this crankbait dive?

This lure dives to 8–12 feet when cast on 10-lb test line. Your line diameter and retrieve speed will influence the exact depth; heavier line may reduce maximum depth slightly.

Can I troll this crankbait, or is it cast-only?

The Bandit 300 Series works both on the cast and trolled. Its stable, searching action makes it effective behind the boat for anglers covering structure or open water.

What size rod and reel should I pair with this lure?

At 3/8 ounce, this crankbait casts well on light to medium-light spinning or baitcasting gear spooled with 8–12 lb test. A 6–7 foot rod is a comfortable fit for most anglers.