Swamp Rat

I have never had any issues with the Launch Frog on heavy mats. Tried it up on Guntersville...no issues at all. Always have one tied on here in South Florida whether in the Everglades, Okeechobee, Istokpoga, Headwaters...never an issue. I have to issue a caveat...I am on Staff with American Baitworks, which owns Scum Frog as well as Snag Proof(been on Staff with Snag Proof since 1996), but will always admit when things aren't good about a product. I know the tour guys have had no issues either, but...if you are then like you said, tweak them until they work for you. The NEW Snag Proof products will be released at the Classic next week, and trust me...these are sweet. I have been fishing them a little while now and I am so thankful American Baitworks bought the company and is improving the product from what the last owners did. I will gladly answer any questions I can, but contacting the company is always best.

Megastrike...but I also put some in the palm of my hands and rub...this will eliminate your human smell on ANY bait, hard or soft plastic, that you touch. I've been using Megastrike for YEARS...

I actually use Yozuri Hybrid and PLine for reaction baits, and have a spool of 20lb Yozuri that I was thinking on one of my 7'6" MH flipping sticks.

Ok, I am a braid guy, in South Florida where heavy cover is king. For punching I obviously will continue to use braid, but was considering switching for other flipping purposes, such as light vegetation, docks, rocks, wood, etc. I know a lot will say go flourocarbon, but was thinking about copoly as I have a lot of luck with it for other purposes, so...opinions?

All the replies are great suggestions. I happen to be on Staff with American Baitworks, so will suggest the Halo new HFX series. They replace the Black Widow series that is my current choice for frogs, and I have been Staff with Snag Proof since 1996, and have 4 dedicated frog rods, and throw frogs 24/7/365. Now, to speak brand agnostic, what you need depends on a few variables, including your height as well as the areas you fish. Also keep in mind, I am in South Florida, and fish Lake Okeechobee, the Everglades, etc. where heavy grass is EVERYWHERE. As an example: Thick mats/superheavy cover= I use a 7'11" H with 80lb braid General purpose/only frog rod= 7'3" H with 65lb braid Open water/popping frogs= 7'3" MH with either 50lb or 65lb braid( I have both depending on cover near by) If you are under 5'10" in height, drop back a size, like 7'6" instead of 7'11", 7' instead of 7'3" or 7'4"...you will find it makes control of your casting easier.

Here in South Florida...hollow-bodied frog. In fact, usually have all 3 of my frog rods with me.

Geo, is it the area just north of Holey Land I see on Google Earth?

I used to launch on US41 as well to fish 3 Pines...how is the vehicle security there nowadays?

copoly...more versatile than mono

Aquabound Manta Ray Carbon...and for fishing I always prefer a 270-280cm paddle, not the 240cm that most "guidelines" suggest, especially if you are sitting up high or standing.

I second the Ascend D10T. It was my kayak of choice from BPS as I was recently on Staff with them, and had my choice of any of their kayaks, but for small waters, and ability to stand, this was the best choice. New they are $450. Unfortunately, the GM locally said I had to switch to saltwater only or lose my Staff position, so looking for a new kayak company as we speak.

Attila, just keep throwing your frogs...you will find it pays off BIG time. As to eventually having a box dedicated to frogs, I have 6 3700's filled plus more in a storage tub. Over 90% are Snag Proof, as I am on their Staff, but I also on occasion throw something else. I love the Booyah Pad Crasher Jr...great small frog, as is the Renofsky and the frogs from Ken Daubert. Too many people buy colors they think will match the hatch, but don'y forget that just because YOU think it is a frog, the bass may see it as a frog, mouse, rat, bird, bluegill, etc.....hence why you must have white frogs and black frogs to go with your "natural" colors. Keep froggin'!

3" Stik-O nose hooked with a split shot about 18" up the line Slider rig Snag Proof frog

well, first of all I would make sure any of your 10 baits are different than mine, THEN....while you are parking the truck and trailer I would leave and have 20 baits with me. But, I am kinda twisted like that. 1. Snag Proof Poppin Phattie 2. Snag Proof Bobby's Perfect 3. BPS Stik-O's 4. Lunker City Sluggo's 5. Seibert jig w/swim bait trailer 6. Gambler Big E Z 7. Lunker Lure 1/2 oz buzzbait 8. Charlie's 10" worm 9. Chatterbait white/chartreuse 10. Slider head with Zoom Finesse worm

For me, it really depends...I know, not a great answer. I switch between throwing this presentation on 7' M spinning when using lighter weight and 7' MH casting when heavier weight is needed.