Rayburn Red Traps
The Bassmaster Open anglers are on Sam Rayburn this week. I’m sure there will be some “scoping” in the mix and perhaps some sight fishing, but the grumpy old curmudgeon in me would like to see it won on a lipless crankbait. Rayburn is one of the lakes that made the red “trap” famous in the prespawn – indeed, they’ve been so historically connected that “Rayburn Red” is a well-known lure color. Here in Virginia we’re a little bit away from prime trapping time, but I guarantee you I’ll be fishing one on the Potomac in March and April. If you want some Rayburn Red in your arsenal – it’s a must-have, particularly if your preferred fishery has grass.
Of course, the Bill Lewis Lures Rat-L-Trap was one of the first, if not the first, to popularize this color. Today they have multiple East Texas themed colors available, including Rayburn Gold Bones, Rayburn Red and Rayburn Red Craw.
Of course, there are quite a few others. Here are some that can help you build a lipless collection.
Rayburn Red
Sam Rayburn Red Craw
Rayburn Red
Matte Rayburn Red Crawfish
Rayburn Red
Obviously, not everyone’s conception of “Rayburn Red” is the same. Some of these baits rattle and others knock. Additionally they come in different sizes. Stock up – you won’t lose a lot but sometimes even prespawn feeders can be picky.
