Frogs

[steve2112]

Hi everyone

I have been trying a scum frog all summer and have not had any luck. However, I have caught a few on twister tail brand rubber frogs . I also have caught lots on a leopard frog jitterbug.

My question is what brand/type of frog lures do people here recommend?

Cheers,
Steve

[Bobber]

Hi Steve, I'm not sure it really matters. I like Tournament Frogs, but I have Spros as well. I usually cut the legs shorter on the Spros as I find them very very long.

I think the bottom line is that if fish are aggressive enough to hit the topwater through the pads or weeds, then I'm not sure it really mattes. I do find however that the ones with pattern on the "bottom" (a little red, white, or yellow") can often entice a bite better, since they see the bait from below, not what's on top. Certain brands also float a little differently than others.

[MichaelVandenberg]

Bobby's Perfect frog...

For the Scum frog try inserting a rattle in the frog body, adds the little bit of extra attraction. If you are hesitant, check out the other brands of frog, give the package a shake

I don't stock a wide range of colors for frogs. White is my preferred color.

Mike

[curls]

I've also had some good luck with the Mr. Twister frogs. Nothing yet this season on a topwater frog though, although I rarely throw frogs.

[fletch02]

I will chuck mostly bobbys perfect or tourny frog most of the time but will also chuck scum frog when hits seem a liilte short.

[steve2112]

Hi guys.

Thanks for the comments. I think I will try bobby's perfect frog. The rattle on the scum frog is an interesting idea too.

Cheers,
Steve

[IanD]

If you want to try the best Toad on the market, check out 152 Street Baits in Fla.
http://www.152ndstreetbaits.com/

By far the best toad I have ever fished.

[taylor]

I use to use real frogs. The fish grab them and they don't let go. I don't use them much anymore because I've found 3 big dew worm on a big hook is even more irresistable for them.

[MichaelVandenberg]

If you want to try the best Toad on the market, check out 152 Street Baits in Fla.
http://www.152ndstreetbaits.com/

By far the best toad I have ever fished.

IanD sweet looking toads. Thanks for sharing. May have to get some!

Mike

[Mike B]

Try the Gambler Cane Toad - I have had incredible success everytime I use them - green mostly. It can be difficult getting a good hook set but the bass just love them! Twitch on the surface with a slow-steady retrieve past points, logs etc. Really effective bait.

[Jimmy_1]

I've never had a hit on a frog.....
Top-waters and me don't go!

My friend caught a big Walleye on a rubber frog last time we were out though.

[tallpaul]

I've never had a hit on a frog.....
Top-waters and me don't go!

My friend caught a big Walleye on a rubber frog last time we were out though.

That's really unfortunate! I love fishing topwater... I find myself either "on edge" the whole time anticipating the hit... or, I daydream, and then those hits scare the crap out of me!!

Walleye, eh? That'd be pretty cool!

I just bought a couple to add to the the one that I had... i don't really know what they are, but I bought a couple of different one's to try'em out. I do have to work on setting the hook though (not setting the hook too soon that is).

cheers,
tallpaul

[Jimmy_1]

I've never had a hit on a frog.....
Top-waters and me don't go!

My friend caught a big Walleye on a rubber frog last time we were out though.

That's really unfortunate! I love fishing topwater... I find myself either "on edge" the whole time anticipating the hit... or, I daydream, and then those hits scare the crap out of me!!

Walleye, eh? That'd be pretty cool!

I just bought a couple to add to the the one that I had... i don't really know what they are, but I bought a couple of different one's to try'em out. I do have to work on setting the hook though (not setting the hook too soon that is).

cheers,
tallpaul

Your telling me! I'd love to get some fish top-water!
Normally cranks, jigs and senko's are what work for me.
Spinners too!

J

[tallpaul]

Jitterbugs and variations of spooks are great for me (caught a ton of pike with the spook!). I've had a LOT of success with jointed floating rapala's for smallies - just casting and letting them sit for 10 seconds, then one twitch if they haven't hit already. Recently I've been testing frogs over top of slop - lots of hits... one huge LMB landed. That same frog got hit by a pike and sliced it up pretty good too. Nothing on a buzzbait yet, but I haven't fished it much or with much confidence.

Keep trying, it's more addictive than... 'normal?' fishing!

[Jimmy_1]

Paul,

I try, I try....

I catch fish, just never had much luck with top waters.
I bought alot this year, but haven't been out as much unfortunately.

J