Halco – Roosta Popper 195

The Halco Roosta Popper 195 Haymaker is designed for catching some of the toughest fish that swim, from Giant Trevally to Dogtooth Tuna. It is built with extra heavy-duty, custom made 7×x fish rings and is equipped with Mustad 5 extra strong 5/0 trebles.

While designed with a blooping style retrieve in mind, the Roosta Popper 195 Haymaker can be simply wound in at speed or trolled for excellent results.

The recommended method of retrieval for best results is to point the rod tip at the lure, retrieve any slack line and firmly sweep the rod tip in a downward motion of approximately 45 degrees. Allow the lure to rest for several seconds and if a fish hasn’t taken the lure repeat as necessary.

Specifics:

• Applications: Straight Retrieve Popping & Blooping
• Length: 195mm, 7.6 inches
• Weight: 117 Grams
• Buoyancy: Floating
• Trolling Speed: Slow to Fast Retrive
• Hooks: #5/0 Mustad 5XX Trebles

Techniques of Fishing:

1. Popping Action: Cast the popper and retrieve it with a rhythmic "pop" to create surface disturbance. This imitates a wounded or fleeing baitfish, attracting predatory fish.

2. Varied Retrieval Speeds: Experiment with different retrieval speeds to find what triggers strikes. Some fish prefer a slower, steady retrieve, while others may respond to a faster, erratic retrieve.

3. Pause and Twitch: After a series of pops, pause the retrieve and give the popper a subtle twitch. This mimics a struggling or injured prey, enticing strikes from nearby fish.

4. Target Structure: Cast around structures like rocks, reefs, and vegetation where predatory fish often lurk. Work the popper near these areas to increase your chances of attracting bites.

5. Adjust for Conditions: Adapt your technique based on weather and water conditions, a subtle approach may be effective, while rougher waters might require more aggressive popping to grab the attention of fish.