Kingdom Surf Dogger Pencil Popper Topwater Lure
Kingdom Surf Dogger Pencil Popper Topwater Lure
The Surf Dogger is a slim pencil popper built for walk-the-dog topwater fishing. Its weighted tail and slender profile let it dart side to side with sharp, rhythmic action, throwing just enough surface disturbance to draw bass up from cover without spooking them. The hard ABS body and metal through-wire construction hold up to repeated strikes from bigger fish.
Available in a slim 95mm size and a longer 110mm size, this lure covers open flats, points, and surf zones where bass and other predators feed on baitfish near the surface. It casts far on spinning or baitcasting gear and keeps working through long retrieves, making it a solid choice for early morning and low-light topwater sessions.
Specifications
| Type | Pencil popper, walk-the-dog topwater |
| Length | 95mm or 110mm |
| Weight | 9.5-12g (95mm) / 15-21g (110mm) |
| Depth | Surface |
| Action | Side-to-side walking action with light surface popping |
| Hooks | Two treble hooks, front and rear |
| Best for | Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, pike, and surf species |
How to fish it
- Cast past the target area and let the lure settle for a second before starting your retrieve.
- Use short, sharp rod twitches paired with slack-line takeup to create the walk-the-dog zigzag.
- Vary retrieve speed and pause length, especially near cover, points, or bait activity, to trigger reaction strikes.
- Set the hook with a firm sideways sweep once you feel solid weight, since bass often strike short on topwater baits.
Frequently asked
The 95mm size is easier to walk for beginners and works well in calmer water, while the 110mm casts farther and suits bigger bass or windier surf conditions.
Use natural, translucent patterns in clear water and darker or higher-contrast colors like black-and-gold in stained or low-light conditions.
A medium to medium-heavy spinning or baitcasting rod with 12-20 lb braided line handles the walking action well and gives solid hooksets at range.
It performs best in warmer months when bass, pike, and other predators are actively feeding near the surface, especially during low-light morning and evening hours.