Jerkbaits are a precision tool for predator fishing when you want to trigger strikes with sharp, provocative action and clear pauses. With these lures, the retrieve is active: twitches, changes in rhythm, and stop-and-go pauses create a lively, erratic movement—exactly the kind that pike respond to in particular. A jerkbait lets you cover large areas efficiently, while still allowing you to fish edges, shallow flats, and openings in vegetation with accuracy. When you want full control over the lure and a strong reaction from the fish, a jerkbait is a reliable choice.