MyFishFinder.com Just like iceshanty but warmer
I am a big fan of Salmo Chubby Darters and have lots of luck with them. I think that you are right in that they are not the best choice when the fish are in a neutral or negative mood, but even when that is true, they still call fish in and give you the opportunity to present another option. When the fish are in a positive feeding mode they will often out fish other baits (in my experiences), I think in-part, do to that "fish calling" ability...