Bandit Lures Crankbait Series 100/200/300 - Chartreuse Rootbeer, Dives to 8 ft (BDT2A28)

Overview

The Bandit Lures Crankbait Series 200 is an iconic workhorse and a top seller for a reason. In Chartreuse Rootbeer, this lure blends high visibility with natural tones to tempt multiple species. Built with a durable butyrate body and a molded-in lip, it runs true straight out of the box and offers reliable action on every retrieve, making it a trusted choice for many anglers.

Depth, action, and tuning

Designed to dive to around 8 ft, the 200 Series helps you reach productive strike zones quickly. The rounded diving lip supports a steady, fish-hunting swim while resisting erratic wander, giving you consistent performance across casts and retrieves.

• Dive depth: 4-8 ft
• Length: 2 in
• Weight: 1/4 oz
• Butyrate body with lead weights yields a dull thud that attracts curious fish
• True-running lip keeps the lure on course from the first cast

Key benefits at a glance

• Reliable depth performance for versatile water conditions
• Easy, true-running setup right out of the package
• Broad species appeal for bass, walleye, and crappie fishing
• Durable construction for long seasons on the water

Species versatility

While the 200 Series is well known for bass, anglers also report effective action on walleyes, crappies, and other gamefish. Its balanced swim path and color options help it adapt to different bodies of water and prey cues.

Design and color psychology

The Chartreuse Rootbeer pattern offers high visibility while maintaining a natural palette that reads well in various light. A wide color range across the Series lets you tailor your lure to local forage and water color, improving your odds on the water.

Practical use cases

Cast along weed edges, near submerged structure, or across drop-offs to cover water efficiently. Use a steady retrieve or brief pauses to provoke reaction strikes, reducing downtime between casts and increasing your fishing opportunities.