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| Never run one of these before and picked up something similar in the off season to play with. Had some interesting results this past weekend, but felt that maybe I could have gotten a little more out of this "stealth" topwater. So.............a few questions in hopes of some answers. First, is a straight retrieve best or any there any alternatives to that? I didn't seem to find that there was, but I'm just asking. Next, blade design......mine came with a thin chopper style blade. I'm familiar with the classic "Flaptail" design which is quite a bit heavier(thicker) and seen some other clones wearing colorados. Any preference to style or blade thickness among those of you familiar with these lures? Last, but certainly not least, any triggering tricks at the boatside for followers. I discovered that submerging the lure as it approaches spins the blade full time, possibly a best move for a hot follow. As for the lazier ones, better to stay on top or is there something I am missing? I appreciate any and all help..............Thanks
/mike
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| Straight retrieve is best, do not alter the speed. Move the bait only as fast as is necessary to get the blade to 'plop' which is caused by the blade breaking the surface and changing rotation direction. Always cast with the wind.
Walk the bait around the boat on top if the fish is HOT. If not, try taking the bait under the water as you described.
The rougher the conditions, the better. I have caught some of my best fish on the bait in two two foot seas.
DO NOT set the hook until you feel the fish!!
Hope this helps![:bigsmile:] |
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| Thanks for the reply Steve. I knew I'd get something out of you............ Most surprising was this lure's application in rough water. Any thoughts on blade design on overall effectiveness? Sounds like heavier might be better as opposed to a thinner, lighter blade.
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| I have used everything from standard Colorado blades to a chopped off Mepps Muskie Killer blade. The brass 'keyhole' style seem to work the best for lure control, but the fish don't seem to care about the blade at all as long as it is plopping along and not just spinning. |
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