Gerald Swindle favors using subtle balsa crankbaits when the water is cold; he believes their tight wiggle and muted action better mimmic the subtle movements of shad in these systems during the winter and spring months. The Rapala DT 6 in Demon color is deadly on the Tennessee River’s Lake Gunterville during the prespawn period, so Swindle commits full days to fishing just this lure based on its proven effectiveness.
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