Tackle House - Contact Feed Popper 121
About this lure
A compact, high-performance popper tuned for PE line and modern topwater techniques.
At 121mm and 30g, the renewed Feed Popper 121 offers excellent casting distance despite its size—ideal for covering water from shore or boat. Its upright floating posture near the surface makes it easy for fish to engulf, while the cup face generates a sharp, consistent pop with even light rod work. Designed with sound quality in mind, this lure excels in pinpoint popping scenarios, particularly when targeting fish holding close to structure.
- Type: Floating
- Length: 121mm
- Weight: 30g
- Hooks: ST-56 #1
- Rings: H#5
- Suits PE line and modern rods
- Excellent casting distance for size
- Ideal for pin-spot work near reefs or bait schools
Well-suited for targeting species like kahawai, trevally, kingfish, and other surface-feeding predators around New Zealand’s coastline.
How to fish the Tackle House - Contact Feed Popper 121
Big Kev's Tips
How to work it
Cast the Contact Feed Popper 121 to structure-reefs, bait schools, or tight holding spots-and work it with sharp, rhythmic rod taps to produce a crisp pop.
The 30g weight delivers excellent casting distance despite the compact 121mm size, making it ideal for covering ground from shore or boat. Its upright floating posture keeps the lure at the surface where kahawai and kingfish can easily engulf it.
Fish it on PE line with a responsive rod; even light rod work triggers the cup face to generate consistent pops that draw strikes from surface-feeding predators.
Which colour, and when
#13 TunaChrome flash pulls fish from distance in clear water and bright sun.
#19 Clear SardineNatural baitfish profile that matches the hatch in clear water, good light.
#2 Chart Back Orange BerryHigh-vis fluoro stands out when the water is stained or the light is flat.
#20 SquidNatural squid profile for clear water when fish are keyed on cephalopods.
#23 Silver Black HVCHard black-and-silver contrast throws a sharp silhouette that triggers kingfish in bright conditions.
#3 Pink BackPink holds visibility across changing light and is a reliable confidence colour.
#6 HalfbeakNatural baitfish profile that matches the hatch in clear water, good light.
#9 Seguro KatakuchiChrome flash pulls fish from distance in clear water and bright sun.