Poppers and topwater lures for explosive surface strikes
Poppers and topwater lures create some of the most exciting predator fishing. The strike happens on the surface, often in shallow water, around weed, reeds or structure where pike, perch and asp hunt actively.
What are poppers?
Poppers have a cupped or blunt nose that pushes water and creates a popping sound during the retrieve. This imitates a struggling baitfish or surface disturbance and can trigger aggressive attacks from predators.
Walkers, frogs, propbaits and buzzbaits
Topwater lures include walkers, frogs, propbaits and buzzbaits. Walkers glide side to side, frogs work well over vegetation, propbaits create turbulence and buzzbaits cover water quickly with vibration and splash.
