Blakemore Road Runner Maribou 1/4 Chartreuse/White 12/cd

The Blakemore Road Runner Marabou jig is a go-to underspin for crappie anglers who want a compact, vibration-producing lure that delivers consistent action in shallow water and around structure. This 1/4-ounce jig combines a solid painted head with a fuzzy marabou body and a small spinner blade—a proven profile that works on crappie, panfish, and other species willing to bite. The marabou's movement in the water, paired with the blade's subtle vibration, creates the kind of flash and motion that trigger strikes when fish are feeding or curious.

Chartreuse and white is a classic color combo for low-light and stained-water situations, offering visibility and contrast in conditions where fish rely more on lateral-line detection. Whether you're fishing brushy banks, fallen timber, or the edges of weed beds, the Road Runner's compact size and quick-sinking head let you probe tight cover without constant backcasts, making it ideal for the methodical presentations crappie fishing demands.

At 1/4 ounce, this jig balances castability with a relatively slow sink rate—useful when you're working shallow flats or need to keep the lure in the strike zone longer. The spinner blade activates on the fall and during the retrieve, so even subtle movements along the bottom generate the vibrations that trigger feeding responses. A dozen per card means you have backup lures in your box when the inevitable snag or aggressive bite claims one to a branch.

Key Features

• Solid painted jig head with integrated spinner blade for vibration and flash
• Fuzzy marabou body creates natural movement and silhouette in the water
• 1/4-ounce weight designed for shallow crappie and panfish cover
• Chartreuse and white color for visibility in stained water and low light
• Compact underspin profile ideal for precise, close-range presentations
• Sold as a 12-piece card

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch with the Road Runner Marabou jig?

The Road Runner is effective on crappie and other panfish. It also works on bass, walleye, and other species that respond to vibration and small, natural-looking profiles in shallow to moderate depths.

Is the 1/4-ounce size good for shallow water?

Yes. The 1/4-ounce weight is designed to sink slowly and work shallow structure, making it ideal for crappie fishing around brushy banks, fallen timber, and weed edges where you want the lure to linger in the strike zone.

Why is chartreuse and white a good color choice?

Chartreuse provides visibility and contrast in stained water and low-light conditions, while white offers a natural foil. This combo is particularly effective when fish rely on both sight and lateral-line detection to find food.

How many jigs come in a pack?

The Road Runner Marabou jigs are sold as a 12-piece card, giving you a full set of backup lures for your tackle box.