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Charter Grade Micro Chug Popper: 1/2oz - 3.5inch

$16.95

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Description

The Hogy Mini Chug Popper, traditionally known for revolutionizing tuna popping, is equally effective for targeting false albacore inshore. Featuring a large cup face, this popper maximizes water displacement and creates an attention-grabbing splash. When worked correctly, the popper throws a significant amount of water ahead, amplifying splash and noise to serve as powerful attractants. This chugging style retrieve makes this lure irresistible to false albacore, especially in calm waters with scattered fish.

Specifications

Category

Inshore Poppers

Weight

0.5 oz (14 g)

Length

3.5 in (89 mm)

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

inshore

Techniques

topwater, casting

Water Column

surface

Running Depth

0 ft

Action

chugging pop

Conditions

clear water, open water, low light

Field Notes

Use this popper when false albacore are feeding inshore, especially in calm water with scattered fish. Work it with a chugging retrieve to throw water and create noise, then pause between pops to let the lure draw attention.

Pros

  • Large cup face displaces a lot of water
  • Strong splash and noise for attracting fish
  • Effective for inshore false albacore

Cons

  • Best in calmer water
  • Requires an active popping retrieve

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