Sorry Dean Rojas 2024

flipin4bass reply :

I had eight bass blow-up on this frog this morning and was able to land six. Sorry Dean, but I think I'm retiring my Spro frogs. These River2Sea frogs have a much softer body and make hook-setting very easy.

RoLo reply :

I'm with you.

The Spro Bronzeye frog is currently enjoying the limelight,

but in my opinion the River2Sea Croaker-65 is a superior tool.

The keeled belly provides good dog-walking traction

and the hollow body is less prone to taking on water (I detest wringing out hollow frogs after every 3rd cast).

Roger

flipin4bass reply :

You're right about these frogs not taking on water, the only time I had to squeeze water out was after I had landed the fish. I didn't mean to be so critical of the Spro frogs, but I've given the Bronze eye more than a fair chance past couple of years and it just doesn't produce as well as I like. I've never claimed to be an expert, however I've fished 40+ years and I know how and when to set a hook. The River2Sea beats Spro hands down IMO.

Shimmer reply :

Those River2Sea frogs are pretty nice lookin!

iceintheveins reply :

Me thinks I'm going to have to buy me some croakers. I get hits on spros and land fish but they take on water terrible. However the bronze eye popper doesn't seem to take on much water.

dan1942 reply :

I was using a Bronzeeye popper last night and I had to squeeze the thing in between every cast.

I will have to give those others a shot as well. Are they easier at walking the dog ? Did you have to trim the legs?

=Matt 5.0= reply :

The Spro frog getting some water side isn't necessarily a negative.

Cigarlover 1 reply :

I haven't used the River2Sea as long as I've used the Spro but from my experience the spro rips a lot easier than the Croaker. Before I bought the Croaker I read a lot about it taking on water but I've been pretty pleased so far. I also think the Croaker is a little easier to work than the Spro, maybe because of the lighter weigt. Personally if it came down to the two I'd buy the Croaker over the Spro.

CWB reply :

I've been a huge fan of the Snagproof Bobby's Perfect Frog.

Good weight, great hook placement and softer body. If I'm shooting a frog into reeds or bullrushes, I like a harder body and go to the Spro or Boze Sumo due to less hangups. For the edges and lighter stuff the Rage Shad has been my No. 1 bait.

Koop reply :

May have to try one or two of these and compare to my spro's.

Marc David reply :

Spros have caught me many fish, but I will admit the hook up ratio is bad for me.

Bigs reply :

I still call them bully wa's but I agree they are nicer then the spros. However a spro will cast farther out of the box. Just add some weight to the River2sea frog if u wanna cast further. I will say tho that I think a spro will last longer and I have both. The spro feels more durable in my hands which is also what makes it cast longer(heavier) but hoosk less fish. A double edge sword eh....I probably have 5 of each or so but to be honest I have bad luck with frogs in general so they gather dust . Its been a bad summer for topwater bite round here but this month should be much better, so my frogs might have to come out to play soon if I start seeing some results. No question you will land more fish with the bully wa since its so soft and collapses faster. As far as water gettin in, I have never had a problem with either. Water tends to get in once the hooks penetrate the frog which is bound to happen. Since I never catch anything with frogs, I have never have that problem lol. And a lil water will help u cast further so why is it a big deal? Dont think for a minute that the bass cares if theres water inside that frog. Also check out River2sea's bubble popper which I have results with as well as their bubble walker which is a walking version of the bubble popper. Their gear is tough to beat for the price and they catch fish trust me

flipin4bass reply :

UPDATE: Here's the same frog after landing 11 bass. Other than a little paint coming off the front it's still providing solid hooksets. There has been no punctures from the hook, but with such a soft body that might change. Either way, with 11 bass to it's credit, it's paid for itself.

DINK WHISPERER reply :

I tried a couple that a buddy of mine had and loved them! So much that i just ordered a bunch from TW!

Dan: reply :

I've been doing so well with the Spro and TT that I haven't even tried my River2Sea. I'll have to try it the next time I go froggin'

westpalmfrogpunk reply :

I like both of the frogs. I just got into the river2sea frogs. But there are some tricks to make the spro frog more fishable. Leave the spros on the dashboard for a few days in the heat that will soften the plastic and then bend the hooks out and up just a bit. This will really increase your hookups.

junebugmn reply :

I went to a gander mtn store,and lo and behold there was a "clearance" bin loaded with spro frogs,but they were all 7.99! What the heck do you have a clearance bin for,could someone explain this to me? junebugmn : :-X

J Francho reply :

That's $1 off.

RoLo reply :

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I went to a gander mtn store,and lo and behold there was a "clearance" bin loaded with spro frogs,but they were all 7.99! What the heck do you have a clearance bin for,could someone explain this to me? junebugmn : :-X

To make room for the incoming shipment of "croakers" ;D

dauberangler reply :

River2sea is my favorite tackle of choice. Never used frogs but got a couple on the way, so wish me luck yall.

legendaryyaj reply :

Ive NEVER had a problem with my Spro.

I have no idea how anyone can stand using a snagproof frog.

umahunter reply :

i like my lil spro but it dam near tore in half after 4 fish ive caught a couple more on my r2s and its still fine plus i really like its shape it throws water well when jerked even in chop caught this nice guy yesterday in 25 mph winds rippin it across the chop

llPa1nll reply :

I dunno I have great hookups with the Spro frog. Sure it leaks in some water now and then. Is that a bad thing? Having it sit lower in the water I think is a positive. Right now I have the all black red eyes Spro Frog tied on. Love me some full contact frogging. Just curious maybe you guys arent fishing this on the same equipment I am. Im throwing this on a Heavy All Star Flipping Stick, 40lb Power Pro Braid, and my drag cinched almost tight. I have half the summers worth of fishing on it and it still catches fish.

iceintheveins reply :

The spros get strikes for sure, but sometimes they leak like a sieve. One day I did hook 8 bass on a spro but all spit the hook. That was on mono though and not braid.

CHEVYRIDAZ reply :

I sold all my Spros after trying the R2S frogs one time! The are a lot easier to walk because of the belly keel and hook up percentage is way better as well!

TrippyJai reply :

I was going to buy some Spro frogs, but I guess I'll get 2 of each brand to test out. Look forward to trying them out.

rboat reply :

The spros are ok, but hard to get a good hook up. I am going to try the r2s. Has anyone tried the tru tungsten frog?

flipin4bass reply :

Yeah, I have two of the tru tungsten frogs, they're stiffer than the spro. Tell you what, I'll sell them for half price, private me for address. They've never been used. After I opened them and felt how hard they were I didn't waste my time, but if you're looking for a couple for your collection.......

iceintheveins reply :

Does the stiffer texture of the Tru Tungsten's make the hook setting tougher?

Big Bait Fishing reply :

first of all , i know alot of you love the soft-bodied frogs , but you guys may want to try the Canyon Plastics 4.5'' frogs . the body is similar to a tube bait ( the body cavity , not the looks ! ) they run great at all speeds , get excellent hook-up percentage , and cast really good , and in case your wondering , NO , i don't work for Canyonplastics !!! . it is just that i have tried the SPRO , R2S , and SNAGPROOF frogs in and my opinion , they are a waste of MY time and money . i always keep at least three bags with me(Canyon Plastics frogs ) . fish them with a 5/0 Owner twist-lock hook with the CPS changed out to the 1/4 '' size (the ''large'' ones) then tell me what you think heres the link = http://www.***.com/descpageFROGSCP-CPF.html

iceintheveins reply :

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first of all , i know alot of you love the soft-bodied frogs , but you guys may want to try the Canyon Plastics 4.5'' frogs . the body is similar to a tube bait ( the body cavity , not the looks ! ) they run great at all speeds , get excellent hook-up percentage , and cast really good , and in case your wondering , NO , i don't work for Canyonplastics !!! . it is just that i have tried the SPRO , R2S , and SNAGPROOF frogs in and my opinion , they are a waste of MY time and money . i always keep at least three bags with me . fish them with a 5/0 Owner twist-lock hook with the CPS changed out to the 1/4 '' size (the ''large'' ones) then tell me what you think heres the link = http://www.***.com/descpageFROGSCP-CPF.html

I'll look into them.

Big Bait Fishing reply :

im pretty sure you'll like them , try the ''grass hopper'' color , i myself will never buy a soft-bodied frog again since i've fished with these frogs , and trust me , i love to throw frogs , ALOT !!!!!!

flipin4bass reply :

One of four this morning. R2S strikes again....and check out that hookset.

looking4structure reply :

Those R2S frogs look awesome.Ive been using rage toad and spro's.My spro frog fills up with water after a few casts.I'm going to give those R2S frogs a shot.Nice pics.

frogflogger reply :

We carry a huge selection of frogs on our boat (I'm embarrassed to say how many)- it is our primary big bass bait (5-8LBS). They all have a place for me but day in and day out the pathetically fragile furbit does the job - just takes a lot of super glue and tiny tie wraps. The snag proof- the swamp donkey - the rts - spro on and on - they all catch fish but some just fit an individuals fishing style better than others, I end up using glue and wraps on all of them eventually

Bass Junkie reply :

Flipin4bass, is that mono tied to the frog in your picture?

NewKidInTown reply :

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I had eight bass blow-up on this frog this morning and was able to land six. Sorry Dean, but I think I'm retiring my Spro frogs. These River2Sea frogs have a much softer body and make hook-setting very easy.

A standard $2.99 Scum Frog is just fine. Very soft body,collapses easily,,hardly ever miss with them.

Randall reply :

River2sea has become my frog of choice as well. My second choice is the Boze Sumo frog.

b.Lee reply :

Good to know

flipin4bass reply :

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Flipin4bass, is that mono tied to the frog in your picture?

It's braid. I started using line conditioner on my braid this year and after awhile the green faded.

bassin is addicting reply :

A standard $2.99 Scum Frog is just fine. Very soft body,collapses easily,,hardly ever miss with them.

bilgerat reply :

Do they sell one that busts through ice upon landing ?

Bass Junkie reply :

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Flipin4bass, is that mono tied to the frog in your picture?

It's braid. I started using line conditioner on my braid this year and after awhile the green faded.

Ahhhhhh.... I see. Ok.

As for the Ice Breaker Frog, would not hand warmers placed in specific compartments in the body be an applicable feature ;D

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