Hunthouse Don Belone Walk-the-Dog Topwater Pencil Lure
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Hunthouse Don Belone Walk-the-Dog Topwater Pencil Lure
$16.99
Sale price
$16.99
Regular price
$0.00
The Don Belone is a long, slender pencil bait built for walk-the-dog fishing across open water. At 195mm and 44g it casts far and holds a tight, rhythmic side-to-side sweep on a slack-line retrieve, throwing flash and surface disturbance that draws bass...
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Specifications
| Type | Topwater walking stick bait |
| Length | 195mm (about 7.7 in) |
| Weight | 44g (about 1.55 oz) |
| Depth | Surface |
| Action | Tight walk-the-dog sweep |
| Hooks | Treble hooks, through-wire rigged |
| Best for | Big largemouth and smallmouth in open water, low-light or schooling baitfish situations |
Product description
The Don Belone is a long, slender pencil bait built for walk-the-dog fishing across open water. At 195mm and 44g it casts far and holds a tight, rhythmic side-to-side sweep on a slack-line retrieve, throwing flash and surface disturbance that draws bass up from a distance. The weighted tail keeps it stable in wind and chop.
Its length and profile make it a strong choice for big largemouth working shad or herring schools, and for smallmouth chasing baitfish over deep flats and points. Fish it early or late in low light, or any time bass are keyed on baitfish near the surface. The through-wire construction and strong trebles hold up to hard strikes from larger fish.
How to fish it
- Cast past the target area and let the lure settle for a second before starting the retrieve.
- Use short, steady downward rod twitches with slack line to build a steady walk-the-dog cadence.
- Slow the retrieve near cover or drop-offs where bass may be holding just below the surface.
- Pause briefly after a strike or follow to trigger a full commit before setting the hook.
Frequently asked
It runs long at 195mm, so it suits anglers targeting larger largemouth or smallmouth, or fishing water with abundant baitfish. It is not a finesse or small-bass bait.
Bright chartreuse or green patterns like this one show up well in stained or slightly murky water, while more natural or translucent colors work better in clear conditions.
A medium-heavy to heavy rod with a fast tip helps control the walking action. Braided line with a fluorocarbon leader improves castability and cuts stretch for solid hooksets.
Early morning, dusk, or overcast days are ideal, especially when bass are actively feeding on baitfish near the surface in open water or along points.