Best Lures for Kelp bass

5 proven picks for catching Kelp bass, grouped by lure type.

Swimbait

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Big Hammer Swimbaits
Big Hammer
Various sizes work well.
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Spoon

Krocodile Spoon
Luhr Jensen
Chrome or blue/silver colors are effective.
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Crankbait

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LC RTO 45
Lucky Craft
Crayfish patterns can trigger strikes.
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Jig

Tady 45
Tady Lures
Iron jigs bounce well off kelp.
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Soft Plastic

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Gitzit Tubes
Gitzit
Texas-rigged for weedless presentation.
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