Axia Popsicle – 115mm – 22g – Topwater

Axia Popsicle 115mm – The Versatile Surface Specialist

When the surface is calm or there’s a slight ripple, you need a lure that commands attention. The Axia Popsicle 115mm, available here at Gerry’s Fishing, is a high-performance topwater bait designed to trigger explosive surface strikes.

Unlike standard surface lures, the Popsicle is a hybrid “multi-tasker.” Its weighted tail doesn’t just make it one of the best-casting lures in its class; it also ensures the lure sits at the perfect angle in the water to transition between a classic “Walk the Dog” side-to-side action and a splashing, “popping” retrieve. At 22g, this lure has the ballast to punch through a breeze and reach those distant surface-feeding shoals.

Technical Specifications

Where to Use the Axia Popsicle

• Shallow Sandbars: Since it stays entirely on the surface, you can fish this over the shallowest water—even just a few inches deep—without any risk of snagging.

• Calm Summer Mornings: When bass are “busting” bait on the surface at first light, the Popsicle’s erratic splash mimics a panicked sandeel or sprat perfectly.

• Estuary Flats: The 22g weight allows you to cover massive amounts of water on the incoming tide, searching for “silver” moving up onto the flats.

• Distances Mark: When bass are feeding 50+ yards out and won’t touch a sub-surface lure, the Popsicle’s aerodynamic tail-weighting gets you into the strike zone.

Gerry’s Pro Tip

“The secret to the Popsicle is its versatility. If a standard ‘Walk the Dog’ retrieve isn’t getting interest, try a harder downward snap of the rod tip. This will make the flat-faced nose ‘pop’ and spit water forward. Often, the extra noise and commotion are what it takes to wake up a big bass from the depths. Always remember: when you see the splash of a hit, wait until you feel the weight on the rod before you strike!”

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the weighted tail affect the action? Yes, but in a good way! It keeps the lure stable during the cast (no tumbling) and allows the lure to ‘pivot’ easily during the retrieve, making the “Walk the Dog” action much easier to achieve for beginners.

What color works best for the Popsicle? On bright, sunny days, go for natural or translucent finishes. In low light or dawn/dusk, a solid white or a ‘patchwork’ style contrast often stands out better against the sky from a fish’s perspective.

Can I use this in rough water? While it’s a surface lure, the 22g weight helps it stay ‘clipped’ to the water better than lighter surface baits. However, it performs at its best in relatively calm to moderate sea states.

Are the hooks strong enough for big bass? Absolutely. The Popsicle comes rigged with heavy-duty saltwater trebles designed to handle the power of a double-figure UK bass