Norman Lures Delivers Smaller Size of Popular Speed N
The Norman Speed N has been a huge success since its introduction, two years ago, and produced two top five finishes in the 2020 Bassmaster Classic. It is ideal for shallow cranking, especially in cooler water, and is effective for kicking over the top of cover.
However, feedback from anglers about the original Speed N almost immediately revealed need for a slightly smaller version of the same lure. Norman Lures’ response, the Speed N Jr, is 2.35 inches long (Speed N is 2.75 inches), weighs 3/8 ounce and runs 4 to 6 feet deep.
The Speed N Jr remains true to the Speed N in its shape, sound, diving depth, and swimming action. It has a tight pitch-and-roll action, a semi-square lip to help it deflect cover and butyrate body construction to create a dull sound that sets it apart from most crankbaits. The Speed N Jr is also fairly heavy for its size and aerodynamic, making it easier to cast than other similar-sized crankbaits.
The Speed N Jr will produce bass in a wide range of settings. Like the original Speed N, however, it is extra good in the cooler water that arrives during autumn and lingers through much of spring. The tight action helps this little crankbait imitate chilled baitfish and makes it extra appealing to bass that are likewise chilled.
The junior size specifically appeals to bass that are a bit fussy, which commonly happens during or just after a cold front and in situations where fishing pressure is extra high. The Speed N Jr also provides an extra good option when smaller baitfish are prevalent in the water or when bass spit up small baitfish.
Beyond the original design intent applications, the Speed N Jr excels for creek and river smallmouth and spotted bass around shoals and along rocky banks of streams. Its profile and propensity to deflect rocks makes it ideal for that application.
The Speed N Jr. also comes in five of the most popular Speed N colors and include two craw patterns, two natural shad patterns and a chartreuse/blue dominant shad pattern that provides an excellent option for dark skies and for water that’s just a bit stained.
MSRP: $7.99
