STOP Fishing A FROG Like This (3 Frog Fishing Mistakes)

Frog fishing for bass is the probably the best way to catch bass. It doesn't matter how many bass you have caught on a frog, it never gets old!
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Whenever I go frog fishing, it is really important for me to first make sure that my frog is ready to go. You really need to set your frog up for success. The way that I like to do this is by bending out the hooks (for better hook up ratios), timing the legs, and even adding weight to my frog at times.
A big mistake that a lot of guys make when using a frog, is they really always fish the same way. Sometimes fishing the frog a little faster or slower can really make a huge difference between you catching 0 bass and you catching big bass.
The last thing that a lot of anglers forget to do, is simply fish a frog in all conditions. A frog doesn't just work in vegetation. It can catch big bass in wood, under docks and on rocks. So just start fishing a frog more often and you will start catching more fish on it!
BassFishingHQ is dedicated to teaching people how to catch more and bigger bass. I will go over different bass fishing tips & techniques that will put more fish in the boat or on the shore. Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned tournament angler, my goal is to help you catch more bass.

[@northeastgiants775]

When I’m in my kayak I throw the frog on the bank and hop it in like as if it’s real and typically as soon as it hits the water it’s GONE caught so many 4-5s lbers like that

[@aCpierce22]

Nice tip

[@bobbyhaney3534]

Haven't thought of that. Genius Thanks man!

[@cfoutdoors243]

Thanks for sharing your tips. One other thing I learned the hard way, and still have issues with is when I get a hit on the frog, my natural reaction is set the hook. I've been working on waiting a few seconds or even waiting to set the hook until I can feel the weight of the fish on my rod. Some days it's like dodging bullets when my frog comes shooting back at me.

[@PenguinOutdoors]

Same!

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

The more i watch your videos, the morei respect your advice. Made me a better fisherman for sure! My mates here in South Africa are also enjoying your clips. Thanks again and tight lines.

[@TakenbySea]

Tyler I've been watching your vidoes for only two days. And the way you describe each lure and how to use them is just great. You really separate yourself from other anglers. Thank you for these videos

[@jeffrogersbassfishing5723]

Duuude!! What is up with the thumbs down 👎 people??! Man this is one of the most informative videos I have seen on frog fishing!! Most people are just trying to sell you something! You actually gave us info we could use! Awesome video! Keep em comin

[@Mattcruger]

I love pairing the frog with the Lake-Fork frog trailer hook. It gets hung up sometimes and it’s not super durable, but has increases your hook up ratio tons.

[@lakrabid]

Boil your frogs to soften the bodies up also and helps with hookups

[@craigstuckey319]

I still say with proper gear and a decent frog modifications to the frog are completely unnecessary. Most people are missing fish while frogging because they're not using the correct gear. Either that or they're doing something stupid like the "count to three" method. If you feel the weight of a fish, swing. Run a long rod and heavy braid. Problem solved.

[@RonClayton]

Man I'll try that!.

[@hunterjarnigan7220]

Something I like doing is down sizing my frogs if I feel like everyone is throwing the same size frog I’ll down size by either going to the smallest frog I can get or just taking the legs completely off. The best year I had on a frog was in August I got a 2in live target frog and took the legs off and flat hammered them when they wasn’t hitting the regular or bigger size frogs

[@ryanfishman3243]

Got my PB on frog 🐸.

[@jamie.777]

Lunkerhunt has tiny frogs

[@samuelwarden6285]

I love throwing the frog around wood and in shade pockets. My favorite frog is the booyah pad crasher. Its hookup ratio is really good especially if you modify it like you suggested. I'm eager to get out on the water and practice my skipping. That video you did on it was very good. 👊👍

[@wesman2k]

I knew the first tip would be bend the hooks out. I have never bent the hooks out and I get a better hook up ratio than my peers that do not bend them out, and we fish a lot of frogs. This would definitely be something the Mfg would do if it really made a difference. Everything else I really agree with. Ultimately, thanks for the video.

[@parmesean7584]

you and tacticalbassin have some of the best fishing tips on youtube

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thanks! I appreciate that

[@theangrybass3389]

You are absolutely right about the frog. Caught my PB on a Booyah Popping frog in open water nearly 40 yards offshore between 2 Lilly pad fields, an 11 pound beast in my hometown lake in Ocoee, FL. Looking forward to seeing you fish the “Elites” nothing but good advice from you. Thank you!

[@jayparsons8804]

There's lots of fishing information on KZbin but you break it down so well You're definitely my favorite one. Great job appreciate all the help.

[@joemartin6439]

Your casting is just marvellous

[@codycampbell6032]

Thanks bud! I love frog fishing as much as everyone !I agree with more frogs but the reality is you catch less but bigger weight! Thanks for the videos!

[@krdpoutdoors]

youre my favorite fishing youtuber who talks about these mistakes that anglers make and how to make imedaite repairs to correctly fix these mistakes so you can spend more time catching them. Ty you opened my eyes up to the fact that its not that i cant catch them on frogs its the fact that i needed to add weights to the rubber frogs with the holes in them , i personally don think its that big of a deal if the frogs sink to the bottom because i love fishing on the bottom and plus an advantage of sinking frogs is that i can determine the depth im fishing and search and slay these bass while i look for the agressive fish that are feeding. i wish they would manufactuer small ssize frogs like a 1/8oz frog.

[@turbod4646]

Hi, where I am we fish snakehead in heavy obstacles, normally we would reel quite fast then stop, it works for most fish. Reel stop, reel stop it’s quite effective doesn’t work with popper frog.

[@lutherblackeye]

Thank you for talking about cadence, I was definitely overthinking it

[@timothysajgovic3999]

I love this video. Been having a terrible time hooking up, but love just seeing them hit the frog

[@ronmarshall725]

Just came across your channel a couple of days ago I have been watching intently. Your instructional videos are awesome I've learned a lot and I'm convinced the accuracy of your casts are unparalleled! LOL

[@scottmccrary9602]

Just came across the channel and i really like it. You'll be one of the big channels before you know it. Keep it up

[@Austin_Torres]

All right because of this video alone I’m heading out to the Delta this weekend and I’m gonna be working the frogs extremely fast

[@neiloliver5317]

You should try the single paddle tail for working it fast. I use a booya toad runner for it.

[@weisswurstfruhstuck8523]

In Germany we Fish on Pike with frogs in summer when there is so much weeds in the water. With the hooks bending them a bit more is for especially for pike a good idea as they are anyway hard to hook.

[@jacobmccandles1767]

We used to throw live frogs on a weedless hook when I was a kid. Caught some monsters that way.

[@ottodetroit]

how do you hook live frog? body or just the lip?

[@jacobmccandles1767]

@@ottodetroit lip, like a minnow.

[@levimorfoot5226]

I understand cutting the legs so they hit more of the body, but what is the benefit of cutting two different lengths?

[@skipdockside]

I don't see a lot of guys suggesting the weight up the butt method that's some of the juice juice. My general preference/ If you want extra clack, or more of a baitfish sound profile use 2 or three small split shot weights, If you go light enough with the weights you can use this on open water froggin as well.

[@bradcarson6070]

Thank you for your insight Ty! Recently missing a bunch of frog bass in a tournament and got super frustrated! Needed to see some good tips and someone with a lot of confidence in ole Kermit! Keep up the good work!

[@criagwade9195]

Never thought of pushing weight into the frogs, great idea

[@jimsmith4643]

I think you just solved my frog fishing hex. Will keep you posted.

[@carlgwizdala1507]

Good evening BassFishingHQ; My son and I TRUELY ENJOY YOUR VEDIO's! :-) You are TOTLLY DOWN TO EARTH! LOL! I have been fishing for OVER 25 Years! WOW! :-) I Always am intriqued by documentary of such compassion and detail! Please continue on your journey in producing such Valuable Content, we ENJOY it TREMENDIOUSLY! :-) Have a Blesses Day! Keep a tight line and remember to Thank God for His Blessings in this World! :-) Sincerely Mr. Carl J. Gwizdala. God Bless You and Your Family.:-)

[@BassFishingHQ]

Thanks for the kind words! God bless your family as well!

[@sharkillsbear]

Great video Ty. Been binge watching your channel for about a week and putting a lot of your tips to use. Thanks for all you do with your channel!

[@BassFishingHQ]

I appreciate the kind words Adam! Thanks for watching!!

[@RyanSmith-fb8rf]

If you want to learn to set the hooks properly on frogs fish them at night because you can’t always see them hit so you go more off of feel and sometimes sound. Wait a second and set the hook after you feel them. They will hold it for longer than you think. Hope it helps someone

[@ILLUMINATHAN79]

Awesome video, great info! I like to use split shot weights in my frogs, gives a little rattle too.

[@RyanSmith-fb8rf]

Or BB’s for sound

[@ILLUMINATHAN79]

@@RyanSmith-fb8rf yeah I tried that too for open water. I used the split shot weights for pads.

[@six_texas903]

Great video. I throw a frog about 80% of the time. I’ve caught some giant Texas bass with frogs

[@LiamDCoughlan]

I’d imagine most of these tips will transfer over to pike fishing, the tip about bending the hooks out is very helpful as I have missed pike before and I’m sure it’s because of the hook not being exposed enough. I find a big pause occasionally really helps and as soon as you do that first twitch after the pause, BOOM! Bye bye froggy 😂 and the tip about the fast moving frog is definitely true also

[@BassFishingHQ]

Yea I love those long pauses too, good thoughts

[@A.Blair_Fishing]

Awesome tips, topwater is my favorite for sure!

[@indeeponthedeltawithstevec5997]

Great tips and great edit - thanks for the video. Good luck

[@nickcavazos5718]

Man the fish lab frogs are LEGIT. I literally take the frogs right out if the pack, pull the legs and hooks and replace with my own round rubber legs then tie the hooks together with braid, put red heat shrink over braid to the bend so it extends past the hole. Tie some thread around the line and hook tie, add a few bbs into body then pull the hooks back, burn a hole between the legs to let frog breathe then glue the nose to thread on line/hook tie. And then adjust hooks.

[@grahambumpas3213]

Great video! Get this channel going

[@joebgallagher939]

Can we get a brand comparison for frogs like you did with the chatterbaits?

[@jayp.6166]

Undoubtadly the most exciting way to catch a bass and easily my favorite discipline. I'd frog fish 365 days a year if I could

[@bobby2gunz934]

Heading to the James tomorrow morning, guess I'll be chucking some frogs.....

[@DAVEGRAYFISHING]

One of my favorite ways to fish is with a frog great video great information thank you

[@AMTheOcarinaPlayer]

Will these frog methods work on Northern Pike? 🐟 awesome video and thanks for the cool tips!

[@Vybz187]

Yes they will! But it’s once you catch one that frog is destroyed and it will sink

[@mandogfish7418]

I see on the deck of your boat you have Daiwa Tatula Elite rods. I have their skipping rod which is 6'9'' Whats your opinion on it?

[@richardluzaderjr4415]

Great tips explained very well!

[@Hal5336]

Some days I will live and die by the frog. Others just a swim bait through the pads work fantastic

[@morrigansraven61]

Out fishing your friends and family is one of life's great pleasure!! I 😂

[@hull99]

Great video, will use your tips!!!

[@kristenhill9808]

I want to start frog fishing, but I don’t have the right gear. Do you have any suggestions for some rod and reel setups that won’t break the bank?

[@shanehamilton6708]

Great information! This channel is becoming my favorite. Besides Spro what other companies make a great popping frog. BTW I wish the hook in the Spro popping frog was bigger

[@jamie.777]

Lunkerhunt has popping

[@thisislargemouth5566]

Hey! I don't miss frog fish. They just miss my frog... 😂

[@jackcheng2580]

cool frog lure !!

[@bosshogg7470]

Outstanding videos!

[@taca1d95]

Thanks for the video

[@Vybz187]

What size frog do you typically throw?

[@americanmaker8608]

Do you recommend throwing a frog on a bait caster or spin reel.

[@BassFishingHQ]

I recommend it on a baitcaster 100%. But you could throw it on a spinning rod if you wanted to. I would just go with a stiffer spinning rod and 20lb braid

[@danangottifishing]

Super cool stuff man although cutting the legs off a ten dollar frog pained me to watch but, not Gona say I won’t find one beat up one in my box to give it a go lol clever approach

[@craigcrossman1524]

Don't cut, just pull the skirt out... then you can put it back later if you change your mind.

[@juleswinnfield826]

Good info, thanks for the vid.

[@jw-zl3zp]

This is good stuff. Thank You

[@johncoopes1056]

Would like to know the set up and when to use the different types of frogs. Thanks

[@rednecked7462]

Morning evening n around cover. Good in small ponds.

[@MatthewsFabrication]

Best times of year to fish a Frog? Can it ever be too hot? How about St George, Utah area?

[@luckylucky9006]

Hey I'm curious to know one have you tried the Googan Frogs & if you have did you modify the hook on it as well??

[@ray_of_sunshine917]

I have used the Googan Frog and it will get you bites but your hook up ratio will take a hit. (See the video with Lake Fork Guy...he missed quite a bit of fish) Now you can alter the hook angle to address it but I am a guy that believes when they designed the frog it was meant to be used from the package as is. As someone said there are better frogs but they get pricey. There is a reason they cost more. Better hook-up ratio, walking action, no need to discharge water every other cast.

[@hectordeals]

Thanks brother 👍

[@georgebramblett6078]

Definitely needed this video i fish alot of open water what size braid would you recommend

[@diychad7268]

Most everyone recommend 50 lb + but I personally prefer like around a 20 lb as long as I'm not trying to fish super thick shit cuz if ya get hung up then that heavier braid helps ya rip the lure outta the shit

[@diychad7268]

Most everyone recommend 50 lb + but I personally prefer like around a 20 lb as long as I'm not trying to fish super thick shit cuz if ya get hung up then that heavier braid helps ya rip the lure outta the shit

[@chrisboyd1408]

Thanks for sharing

[@Bassmastr-ly5vf]

Good vid👍🏻

[@theangrybass3389]

I always use 65lb braid on a long 7”6” Heavy duty rod, definitely a must for ‘crossing their eyeballs’ on a hookset

[@rednecked7462]

65 lbs. I guess if you ever get stuck you can use it to pull your truck out. 😁

[@jamie.777]

You must live in Texas or Florida... haha

[@jamie.777]

@@rednecked7462 you can also reel in a fallen tree

[@rednecked7462]

@@jamie.777 your good. Ga. Haha

[@nybbhUSA]

I wish you would have covered the equipment you used. But it was a great video.

[@BassFishingHQ]

Okuma Helios SX 8.1:1, Okuma Psycho Stick 7’2” MH fast, 50lb braid. Let’s go!

[@davidwells6556]

Florida frog fishing = sunrise to 9am, when it's cloudy, and last hour before dark.

[@tridecahedron4223]

There’s definitely those days where you gotta roll up your sleeves and work that frog hard and fast all day. It definitely makes a difference

[@jackwilliams8272]

Right on very excellent video very great job 👍 I am planning a trip back east next spring I there's a chance to fish together I would be honored

[@andrewwatson754]

Trying to learn the frog taking on water every other cast seems like. Is it my slowness try to get walking retrieve down tried various brands and price points and pretty sure it's me not the frogs. I realize you have squish water out but every few cast? Any suggestions? Hard to learn with sub-surface frogs ha-ha

[@diychad7268]

It helps a shit ton of you use a braid or mono line when fishing any topwater if you don't do that....fluro sinks and just it sinking can tend to draw the nose of the bait down and I ce it's under just even a little bit the water pressure starts forcing water into the body causing it to sink, if you already use braid or mono with topwater then try using some hot glue just around the hole where the hook goes through the body, it helps to somewhat seal it off

[@michaelbrooks6976]

Do you always fish a frog with braid or do you switch it up and use floor or mono when fishing it around wood and open water?

[@Rjhall4191]

Anything top water you want to use either mono or braid. Fluorocarbon sinks while mono and braid will stay at the surface depending on the type of lure you're using and if there's weight added to it.

[@acast23]

Top lure 👍👍😁

[@frankmclain8921]

Hula poppers work wonders in open water.

[@johnmccreary8063]

Do u wait to set the hook??

[@cryybby]

Best spots to bank fish in cbus?

[@TheOutdoorTracMan]

James river? Like in Richmond va area??

[@BassFishingHQ]

Yes, I have fished 3 or 4 Bassmaster Opens on that body of water. However, I am typically fishing near the Chickahominy

[@TheOutdoorTracMan]

@@BassFishingHQ that’s awesome. I live in Richmond. Im in a wheelchair so hard for me to get in a boat like I use to well haven’t been in a boat like I use to be able to but I still do a lot of bank fishing on ponds and such around here

[@larrybragg713]

Where at in ohio are you from? Have you ever fished west branch reservoir?

[@Gmez1407]

what frog is he using?

[@richardblake4777]

Love any frog video, yours is one of the best because it's short and to the point. Great job.

[@RonClayton]

I usually throw mine around cattails, blow downs, or in grass and i lightly twitch it, just enough to disturb the water and they kill it!.

[@Jerryy8]

Loved it ima tie on a frog thanks man

[@sn0wy444]

Frogs & Poppers brother - cant go wong

[@coreyharper9367]

What brand of frogs where those popping frogs

[@BassFishingHQ]

Fishlab Tackle

[@kenappleby8481]

I've attempted to bend the hook before, snapped the tip off - never tried again as it just wasted a lure.

[@joshuakimbrell1991]

Do not buy great value lures!! 😂 buy booyah and you will notice a difference

[@kenappleby8481]

@@joshuakimbrell1991 good tip, but it actually was a pad crasher that broke

[@rontheobald7563]

why trim the legs to different lengths......." about an inch off one side about a half inch off other?"

[@essjay6968]

'scribed. Never caught one on a frog. Usually a Spook or jitterbug guy. Throwing the frog way more this year.

[@ryanhagey3761]

Why do you trim the legs to different lengths?

[@deedlefish]

It weighs one side of the lure more it makes it easier to walk

[@dkbjanquart]

I throw a frog every morning before work, I think I might a little addicted to fishing frogs

[@DownsouthMan]

What’s a mat?

[@mini696]

Are you setting the hook, or ripping their heads off?

[@tracyc.3390]

Interesting.

[@PanfishingJournal]

Sometimes, it pays to cast out the frog and just let it sit for 5 or 10 seconds.

[@struckus]

actually..lol thanks for the video man

[@shelovefrankie8854]

Brb mtb just posted a vid too

[@thebeardedangler8714]

Thank you for the tips, I will literally try them in the morning. One question, do you ever try them in open water? Fishing from the bank sometimes does not give a lot of options and I am just curious if I would be wasting my time

[@castandchill]

good question wondering the same

[@reesefalkenberg9415]

you put an add right before tip 1 screw off