For me it has been pretty simple. Very similar colors to what I use for tubes. 

 

Kalins Ron’s Craw, works in all water colors 

Water Red, works in all water colors

Kalins Bluegill clear water

 

and that about covers it. Up here though perch and bluegill are prevalent so that probably helps with the above colors. 

7 hours ago, fishwizzard said:

I will have to try burning one across the top. 

I think anyone who does this with a stretch 40 in calm water, relatively shallow and clear, post-spawn, will be surprised at what a deadly topwater this lure is.  

 

Like others I love to fish them texas rigged weightless and then buzz them at the surface. Doesn't make as much commotion as a buzzbait but the strikes are as hard.

Good replies ! I ordered the Gene Larew Rally Grub in : Glacier , GP Candy , Chartreuse and  lastly Shimmer Shad - that should be enough to cover most any water situation !