Abass boat’ s prop is a critical component for achieving optimal performance. In the old days, the rule for choosing props was simple: Run a three-blade prop for speed and a four-blade prop in big water or on boats needing a helping hand to get on plane.

Today’ s bass boats are larger and much heavier than ever before, with add-ons such as shallow-water anchors, huge jack plates and up to four massive batteries to accommodate 36-volt trolling motor systems adding to the total. Correspondingly, props have changed, too, with manufacturers producing more and better products.

So how do we determine what prop is best for our boat? It’ s all about the science behind the spin.

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THE SPIN ON PROPS

Abass boat’ s prop is a critical component for achieving optimal performance. In the old days, the rule for choosing props was simple: Run a three-blade prop for speed and a four-blade prop in big water or on boats needing a helping hand to get on plane.