Topwater lures

Topwater lures and poppers are fished right on the surface and create both sound and movement that attract fish from below. It is a type of fishing where you see the bite, which makes it extra intense once the fish steps on.

The baits can be fished with jerks, pauses or even a steady retrieve depending on the model. Poppers splash and push water in front of them, while other topwater baits go more sideways or create tracks in the surface. It is important to test your way to find the right pace.

Topwater baits can trigger really cool bites. They work very well for pike, but even bite-loving and larger perch often come up and take the bait, especially when the water is warmer.