SMITH POPPER UNDERBIRD 1 Surface Lure - 12.2 cm

Product highlights

The SMITH Underbird 1 Pop surface lure was designed for demanding anglers seeking a stable, noisy popper that is easy to animate even when conditions become challenging. Its design provides excellent surface hold while delivering long, accurate casts to cover the maximum prospecting area.

Thanks to its refined profile, this popper combines pronounced splashes with each rod twitch and an irregular walking the dog surface action. This alternation of lateral movements and noisy suction creates a visually and sonically attractive signature for predators hunting near the surface. Robust and reliable, the Underbird 1 Pop is suited both to shore anglers and to boat anglers looking for a versatile surface lure for saltwater.

Technical specifications

• Body in high-quality ABS resin, engineered to resist impacts and repeated stress.
• Thick walls providing high strength and excellent durability, even against powerful fish.
• Reinforced through-wire construction to secure fights and reduce the risk of split rings opening under heavy load.
• Irregular action combining popper effects with walking the dog surface animations.
• Durable treble hooks designed to set effectively and withstand intense pulls.
• Metal blade included, to be mounted in place of the center hook to add strong sound and flash.
• Design adapted for surface fishing in marine environments and for sometimes choppy conditions.

Benefits and strengths

The main asset of the Underbird 1 Pop lies in its ability to remain stable both in the air and on the surface. Its shape enables tight, accurate casts, limiting unwanted rotation and improving casting distance. Once on the water, the lure maintains an optimal position to trigger quick strikes, even when chop or swell make the presentation more technical. This stability reassures the angler and ensures a consistent action throughout the cast.

Another major advantage is the richness of its signature. The combination of audible pops, splashes and small lateral deviations creates a very complete signal, capable of triggering both aggressive strikes and reaction bites. The supplied metal blade further enhances this attraction by generating additional vibrations and visible flashes from a distance. The presence of through-wire construction and reinforced hooks also provides great security during fights, making the Underbird 1 Pop an ideal lure for targeting powerful saltwater predators.

Usage tips

To get the most out of this surface popper, adapt the animation to the activity level of the fish. On highly aggressive predators, a succession of firm, close pulls will produce strong plumes of water and a loud slap—ideal for making fish rise quickly. When activity is lower, alternate gentle pulls, marked pauses and small rod twitches to create an irregular action that imitates an injured baitfish.

The metal blade can be mounted in place of the center hook when you want to accentuate sound and flash, for example in stained water or low light. In heavily pressured areas, consider using it without the blade for a more discreet approach. The Underbird 1 Pop is well suited to fast prospecting along edges as well as more precise fishing on rock heads, shoals or visible bait chases. Paired with a powerful spinning outfit and quality braid, it becomes a reliable ally for hunting sea bass, trevally and other surface predators.

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FAQ

Question 1 : Is this lure reserved for saltwater or can it be used elsewhere?

Answer: The Underbird 1 Pop was designed for marine and coastal fishing, but it can also perform well in sheltered areas or other surface environments where predators hunt near the water.

Question 2 : How do I choose the right animation with this popper?

Answer: In general, fast and noisy animations trigger active fish, while shorter pulls with pauses work better on wary fish. It is recommended to vary the rhythm during the same session until you find the cadence that triggers the most bites.

Question 3 : Is the metal blade essential?

Answer: The blade is not mandatory, but it brings extra flash and vibrations that are very useful in stained water, rough seas or when fish seem hesitant. Alternating the two setups is a good way to adapt to conditions and refine your presentation.