Keep it simple when starting. IMO bottom color is more important than side/back.
A few light, a few shiny, a few dull, and a few dark. Then if any of those are having much greater success, add more within that spectrum. It changes everyday, sometimes even by the hour.
For those trying to tickle brush, spider-rigging and pushing are much better option. Longlining shines on the flats or for scattered fish.
IMO most starting out don't move fast enough and don't let out enough line. Also pushing/pulling can work year around, I've had good days in all 12 months.
My dad and my boys from a few years ago, all caught on cranks in about 4 hours of fishing.
