Like most lures, artificial frogs come in a variety of sizes and colors, but they also come in a variety of styles.
The most common has a pointed nose to aid the lure in moving through weeds, but some manufacturers also make them with cupped faces, essentially making the frog a popping lure. This allows the frog to make a bigger disturbance and adds sound to its presentation. It also lets anglers fish it just like a regular popping lure even when weeds are not present.
For legs, most frog lures have long strands of rubber material that move freely when the lure is pulled. Others, like the Lunkerhunt Combat Frog, have molded, flexible legs that look and move a lot more like a real frog’s legs when the lure is worked properly.
Adam Fillmore of Lake Wylie’s Hunt, Fish, Paddle said the best frogs have sharp hooks, a soft body that’s easy for the fish to crush, and are heavy enough to cast during windy days. Some frogs fill with water after a few casts, causing them to land upside down, so Fillmore said anglers should squeeze them to keep them running true.
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