OHUB Review: Bill Lewis StutterStep 4.0

I’ve to confess, outsized topwater lures aren’t often my go-to selection for fishing. Nevertheless, throughout my newest journey to the marsh with pals Kevin DiMaggio and Bolden Bankston, I couldn’t resist.

We tucked right into a duck pond within the northwest nook of Lake Borgne to flee the wind, and that’s once we noticed redfish chasing baitfish and shrimp. Rising up in Louisiana, I do know few issues can rival the joys of a topwater redfish chew. So, I reached for the most important topwater bait I had—the StutterStep by Invoice Lewis Lures.

As we maneuvered stealthily down the canal with the trolling motor, I began casting the 1-ounce lure alongside the shoreline. I used to be pleasantly shocked by its motion. Not like typical topwater plugs, which could be difficult to stroll, the StutterStep was designed for it. With every pop of the road, the lure effortlessly wagged backwards and forwards, making a violent motion. It additionally exhibited wake-bait-like qualities, displacing a powerful quantity of water, which is smart given its authentic design for tigerfish. This lure is an actual bruiser, at all times making its presence identified.

Whereas its spectacular motion stood out, probably the most exceptional high quality was its means to remain within the strike zone longer. The bait walks so vigorously that as an alternative of being pulled in the direction of the boat with every tug, it strikes sideways, permitting every forged to linger within the water.

After about half-hour of fishing, I lastly put the lure to the check. A redfish smashed it after I forged close to a grassy level with water flowing round it. The fish created an enormous wake, inhaled the lure, and made a splash for the middle of the canal. After a five-minute battle, I managed to web the fish. I continued utilizing the StutterStep for the remainder of the day and accomplished my restrict of three redfish.

The StutterStep has undoubtedly earned its place in my deal with bag, and I can’t wait to attempt it out on some largemouth bass!

Keith Lusher

Keith Lusher is an award successful outside journalist that resides in Covington, Louisiana. He owns and operates NorthshoreFishingReport.com and writes a weekly outside column for the Slidell Unbiased Newspaper. He additionally writes for the St.Tammany Parish Tourism Fee’s VisitTheNorthshore.com. He’s the previous host of The Northshore Fishing Report Radio Present and is on the board of the Louisiana Outside Writers Affiliation. Keith contributes to quite a few publications each on-line and in print and prides himself on selling South Louisiana’s distinctive fishery. To contact Keith e-mail: keithlusherjr@gmail.com