Hunthouse Crazy Pencil Topwater Walking Bait for Bass

Specifications

Type	Topwater walking pencil bait
Length	110mm or 130mm
Weight	21g or 32g
Depth	Surface
Action	Walk-the-dog, side-to-side darting with rattle
Hooks	Treble hooks, front and rear
Best for	Largemouth and smallmouth bass, also effective for pike

Product description

The Crazy Pencil is a walk-the-dog topwater bait built for reaction strikes on largemouth and smallmouth bass. Its slim, weighted body sits low in the water and rocks side to side with sharp rod twitches, throwing a wide surface wake that draws fish up from cover. An internal rattle ball adds a loud, rhythmic knock that helps bass locate the bait in stained water or low light.

Available in two sizes, this pencil works as a search bait over grass flats, points, and open water where bass are feeding near the surface. It pairs well with early morning and evening topwater bites, and the loud rattle gives it an edge when fish are keying on sound over sight.

How to fish it

Cast past the target area and let the bait settle for a moment before starting your retrieve.
Use short, steady downward twitches of the rod tip to walk the bait side to side across the surface.
Pause briefly between twitch sequences, especially near cover, to let the rattle and wake trigger a strike.
Vary retrieve speed and cadence until you find the rhythm the bass are reacting to that day.

Frequently asked

Which size should I pick, the 110mm or 130mm?

The 110mm casts easier and suits finesse topwater situations, while the 130mm pushes more water and works well when bass are keyed on larger baitfish.

What color should I use for different water clarity?

Brighter chartreuse or fire tiger patterns like this one show up well in stained water, while more natural or translucent colors tend to work better in clear water.

What rod and line setup works best with this lure?

A medium to medium-heavy rod with a moderate tip pairs well with this bait, and monofilament or braid in the 12 to 20 lb range helps the lure walk smoothly on the surface.

What time of year and species is this bait best for?

It shines during warmer months when bass and pike are actively feeding near the surface, particularly early morning, evening, or overcast days.