snagged Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 Which horny toad frogs are u guys using. I bought a pack of triggerX frogs and although the quality is good, they preformed horribly. They don't swim straight and constantly twist and turn (roll upsidedown). I read similar reviews so I know I'm not alone. Lets hear some recommendations. Thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 Have you tried rigging them on a weighted swimbait hook? They should swim right side up that way, at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musky_hunter Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 I like zoom but it's important to use a plastic bullet weight infront. http://zoombait.com/2010/12/better-hook-ups-with-a-horny-toad/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snagged Posted May 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 Have you tried rigging them on a weighted swimbait hook? They should swim right side up that way, at least. That would fix the right side up issue but the action on the legs is another story. Feels more like ur dragging the frog vs swimming it. I've heard good things about the zoom, I'll definitely give them a try this year. Any other suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lape0019 Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 (edited) I use Stanley ribbit's. they work pretty good weightless but I usually use a swim bait weighted hook as well. I read a review on tackletour a few years ago about the sizemic toads and they seem to be pretty nice. I was going to buy these instead but the Stanley's are the only ones my tackle shop carried. On the plus side, the ribbit's just plain work. Edited May 9, 2013 by Lape0019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
young_one Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 Shhhh.... they don't work! Owner TwistLock Center Pin 5/0, Original Zoom Horny Toad, colours are confusing, I stick with white or black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garfisher Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 Powerbait Chigger Toads work pretty well. I don't weight the hook myself, allows for a slow retrieve which works fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 Ribbits are the bomb. They even have a special twin hook weighted and unweighted to make sure they work correctly. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf 3 Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 They don't swim straight and constantly twist and turn (roll upsidedown). I read similar reviews so I know I'm not alone. When you rig these soft plastic frogs "weightless" you have to make sure the hook point is dead center. This will ensure that they run straight. I like the Gambler Cane Toad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 Ribbits are the bomb. They even have a special twin hook weighted and unweighted to make sure they work correctly. Art Shhh, Stanley doesn't make hooks In all seriousness use good braid, a double hook and your set. I like the Mann's Hard Nose Frog's myself when doing the boring cast and crank...Slop frog's is where it's at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattybculp Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 I Really like the zoom product, I use the hook with the attachment where you can either screw on your bait or the one I prefer is the one you can push the head of the bait up. I fish it weightless and love it. However nothing is as good as real frogs. awwww to remember the good ol' days " i'll take 5 dozen " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fang Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 Gambler Cane Toads and Ugly Otters for me Use them both for top water and flippin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snagged Posted May 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Imma grab me some Stanley ribbits. I watched the videos and they look great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EC1 Posted May 11, 2013 Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 (edited) Garry2r's posted an in-depth tutorial for this a year or two ago on this forum. If you find it, read it and you will have a great time fishing it. I've had good luck with the Sizmic toads, and at their price it's wonderful. Edited May 11, 2013 by EC1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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