Tom Mann Jr.

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Tom Mann Jr. Quick Bio:

Hometown:

Buford, Georgia

Year Turned Pro:

1984

Website:

www.tommannjr.com/

"Must Have" Rapala Lures And Why:

X-Rap Deep 10 - The magic of the X-Rap Deep 10 is that in cold and pre-spawn conditions, you can get it down 8 to 10 feet, fishing it as slow as you want and keep it at that depth. This technique will trigger all those giant bass down deep.

Clackin’ Rap - There is something really special about the Clackin’ Rap. It’s the right size, and the unique sound it produces really attracts some big fish.

Skitter Walk - This is the best top water lure out there! It helped me get tournament victories time and time again.

Shad Rap 7

DT 6

DT 16

This Year’s Favorite Rapala Lure:

X-Rap® Deep 10

The One "Go To" Rapala Lure:

X-Rap 10

Did You Know...

I am no relation to the lure maker from Alabama.

Favorite Lake:

Lanier

Favorite Technique:

Fishing offshore structure with the DT 16 or Terminator jigs

Favorite Fishing Memory:

I will never forget the 8-pound bass I caught in 1984 on Lake Okeechobee that qualified me for my first BassMaster Classic.

Hobbies:

I’m an avid golfer, and I enjoy spending time with my family.