LEYDUN Z-Claw Floating Pencil Topwater Bass Lure

Specifications

Type	Floating pencil stickbait
Length	86mm or 100mm
Weight	13g or 20g
Depth	Surface
Action	Walk-the-dog side-to-side glide
Hooks	Front and rear treble hooks
Best for	Largemouth and smallmouth bass, pike

Product description

The Z-Claw is a floating pencil stickbait built for classic walk-the-dog fishing. Its slim, weighted body sits low in the water and darts side to side with sharp rod twitches, throwing off flash and a subtle knocking sound that draws bass up from cover. Available in 86mm/13g and 100mm/20g sizes, it covers a range of casting distances and retrieve speeds.

This lure shines over grass flats, around laydowns, and near schooling baitfish where largemouth and smallmouth bass hunt near the surface. Dawn and dusk topwater bites, calm water, and warmer months are prime conditions. The front treble hook and stable pencil shape keep the bait tracking straight during aggressive zig-zag retrieves.

How to fish it

Cast beyond visible cover or baitfish activity and let the lure settle before starting the retrieve.
Use short, sharp downward twitches of the rod tip while reeling in slack to create the classic walk-the-dog zig-zag.
Vary retrieve speed and pause length to match bass mood, slowing down in cooler water or after a missed strike.
Work the lure parallel to grass edges, docks, and laydowns where bass ambush from below.

Frequently asked

Which size should I pick, 86mm or 100mm?

The 86mm 13g version casts easier and suits finesse presentations or clearer water, while the 100mm 20g model throws farther and pushes more water for reaction bites.

What color works best in stained versus clear water?

Lighter, more translucent patterns tend to work well in clear water while brighter or higher-contrast colors help bass locate the bait in stained or low-light conditions.

What gear pairs well with this lure?

A medium action spinning or baitcasting rod with 10 to 15 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon gives enough give for topwater hooksets without pulling the bait away too fast.

When is the best time to fish a walk-the-dog pencil like this?

Early morning and evening during warmer months are prime, especially when bass are actively feeding near the surface or chasing baitfish schools.