The simple fact is that Lake Mead anglers can catch plenty of stripers on just a few different types of lures. One of the best artificial creations is the jig. Weighted with lead and wrapped with feathers or hair, the jig is about as effective as any lure manufactured. And it is about as cheap as any lure made. You can even make it yourself.
Preferred colors are white, yellow and green.
A few years ago at Pumphouse Cove, an angler unable to purchase white bucktail jigs made his own with the help of his white horse. Likewise, jigs containing plastic bodies, such as Sassy Shad or Shad Minnows, are also deadly for stripers. However, they work best during daylight hours. Another great lure is any shad imitation that rattles. Best colors include smoky-gray, chrome, yellow and white.