Let Them EAT FROGS

TOPWATER FROGS ARE TYPICALLY CONSIDERED A SUMMERTIME BASS LURE, BUT WITH A FEW CONSIDERATIONS, THEY CAN BE EQUALLY EFFECTIVE IN SPRING.

By David A. Brown

The topwater frog is one of the most popular power-fishing baits of all time. It can be used to cover lots of water, it tempts bass of all sizes and it produces some of the most eye-popping strikes you’ll ever experience. No doubt, the topwater frog can be a player in all but the chilliest of seasons, but when early-season bass are making their shallow-water moves, peak frog performance often requires a few strategic adjustments, along with an open-minded approach. 1 GO WITH WHAT YOU KNOW A walking frog’s narrow nose allows it to easily navigate cover, while a popper makes more commotion in open water. With the right rod action, though, you can make a walker pop and spit, and a popper can be guided through vegetation with a deft hand…

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Game & Fish East (Digital) - 1 Issue, April 2024

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