Frog fishing is a fun way to catch bass before Winter. As the water cools, bass ambush small minnows in the shallows around the last remnants of grass. The Frog is a great baitfish imitator and one of the last topwater bites of the year. If you don’t have snow on the ground, give the frog one last shot to wrap up the topwater season before Winter sets in.
This time of year, smaller frogs can be the difference between a tough bite and a day to remember. Smaller frogs perfectly mimic the small baitfish in the shallows. They elicit strikes when few baits will and typically have an excellent hookup ratio. Focus on ghost and glitter colors in cleaner water and bolder colors in murky water.
Of course, you’ll have to adapt your equipment to throw these smaller offerings. You’ll still need a stout rod to set the double frog hook but it doesn’t need to be nearly as strong as the rod you’d use for their larger cousins. Below you’ll find links to the gear Tim was using today along with a list of our favorite small frogs for different situations. We’ve also included our favorite frog combo, small frog rod, and budget option. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.
Today’s Bait…
-Jackall Kaera (Glitter Bluegill): http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Small Frogs…
-Best All Around: Jackall Kaera: http://bit.ly/2Fz6SA3
Favorite Colors: Glitter Hasu, Glitter Bluegill
-Best Walking: Spro Bronzeye Frog Jr: http://bit.ly/2XkbgxR
Favorite Colors: Killer Gill, Nasty Shad
-Best In Slop: R2S Bully Wa 55: http://bit.ly/2axyR2a
Favorite Colors: Bluegill, Little Allen
-Best Popping Frog: Spro Poppin Frog 60: http://bit.ly/2HsyqIJ
Favorite Colors: Speck, Killer Gill
Favorite Frog Combo…
Rod- Expride 7’3″ Extra Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado 200K HG: http://bit.ly/2tHewEh
LIne- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Tim’s Combo Today…
Rod- Dobyns Xtasy 7’5″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/36fIHCg
Reel- Shimano Metanium DC HG: http://bit.ly/2qrSZvs
Line- Power Pro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Small Frog Combo…
Rod- Shimano Expride 7’2″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL
Reel- Shimano Curado DC 150 HG: http://bit.ly/2yHtsp4
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 50 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Budget Small Frog Combo…
Rod- Shimano Intenza 7’4″ Heavy: http://bit.ly/2QADLTq
Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT HG: http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8
Line- Power Pro 40 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Hat: https://bit.ly/31EYB8W
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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Equipment We Recommend…
Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: https://bit.ly/35HuPRY
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP
Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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