Lobina Lures Rico Popper

The Lobina Lures Rico Popper has earned its reputation as one of the finest topwater poppers available. Since its introduction in 1991, it has become a favorite among tournament anglers thanks to its refined design, premium craftsmanship, and ability to consistently generate explosive topwater strikes. Developed by Rick Clunn and Norio Tanabe, the Rico was engineered to produce the perfect balance of popping, spitting, and walking action directly out of the package.

The precision-shaped cupped mouth creates a distinctive popping sound while moving just enough water to imitate a wounded baitfish without overwhelming cautious bass. Its carefully balanced body allows anglers to alternate between subtle pops, aggressive chugs, and an easy walk-the-dog retrieve, making it effective in calm conditions, light chop, and around schooling fish.

Every Rico is handcrafted in Japan and finished with a hand-laid foil finish that creates exceptional flash and realism. A feathered rear treble continues to pulse during pauses, often convincing hesitant bass to strike after the lure stops moving. Premium Gamakatsu® treble hooks provide outstanding hook penetration and fish-holding power, making every strike count.

Whether you're targeting bass over submerged grass, along rocky points, beside boat docks, or chasing schooling fish in open water, the Lobina Lures Rico Popper delivers tournament-proven performance that continues to set the standard for premium topwater poppers.

Key Features

• Premium handcrafted Japanese topwater popper
• Designed by Rick Clunn and Norio Tanabe
• Precision-balanced body for effortless walking and popping
• Refined cupped mouth creates realistic popping and spitting action
• Hand-laid foil finish for exceptional flash
• Feathered rear treble hook for added fish attraction
• Premium Gamakatsu® treble hooks
• Excellent casting accuracy
• Effective with subtle or aggressive retrieves
• Tournament-proven performance since 1991