Roadside Fishing For Big Florida Bass With Whopper Ploppers!

We're fishing for big bass in the city! Our Florida adventure continues as we explore freeway canals and backwaters in search of big bass and exotic species. If you're ready to forget the cold that is plaguing the country, come on down to Florida with us as we get on a Winter topwater bite!

The fish in these ditches and backwaters are struggling through a Winter cold snap but they're still willing to eat. Most anglers in this area fish with live bait but that's not our style. It takes a bit to dial in the pattern but soon we're catching quality bass on the Whopper Plopper! This adventure has taken us to some bizarre places but it turns out there are quality fish under 10-lane freeways, in backyard ditches, and in roadside canals, all across the state. 

Below you'll find links to the baits we used throughout the day. We've included our exact colors so you can replicate the patterns, as well as the rods and reels we used to throw them. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

Punch Rig... 

Bait- Big Bite Baits BFE (Tilapia): https://bit.ly/2Ce0tf7

Hook- Owner Jungle Flippin' Hook 3/0: http://bit.ly/2G5aQTk

Weight- Swagger Tungsten 1 1/2 oz: http://bit.ly/2NjDYtV

Topwater... 

Whopper Plopper 90: http://bit.ly/2bsPbQV

Colors: Yoda, Loon

Hook Upgrade: Owner ST-36 (Size 4): http://bit.ly/2cWpeyw

Tim's Punch Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Expride 7'11" XH: http://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel- Metanium MGL 150B (XG): https://bit.ly/34HlAAk

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 65 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Matt's Whopper Plopper Combo... 

Rod- Shimano Zodias 7'2" Medium: https://bit.ly/3aeQbYW

Reel- Shimano Chronarch MGL XG: http://bit.ly/2n8DghB

Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader- Maxima Ultragreen 12 lb Mono: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9

Budget Topwater Combo... 

Rod- St. Croix Bass X 7'1" Medium: http://bit.ly/2r0xWAs

Reel- Shimano SLX 150 XT (XG): http://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line- Power Pro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b

Want TacticalBassin Apparel?  

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz