Bill Lewis StutterStep 5.0 Topwater Bait

The Bill Lewis StutterStep 5.0 Topwater Bait gives you three ways to work the surface with one lure. Sharp twitches let it walk in place beside cover, a steady retrieve creates a wobbling wake, and rhythmic twitches produce a side-to-side tail kick.

At 5 inches and 1 oz, this topwater lets you change the action during a cast instead of immediately switching baits. Work a small area beside cover, then change to a waking retrieve as the lure moves into open water.

Product Details

• Brand: Bill Lewis.
• Model: StutterStep 5.0.
• Style: topwater bait.
• Length: 5 inches.
• Weight: 1 oz.
• Sharp twitches create a walking-in-place presentation.
• Steady reeling produces a wobbling wake.
• Rhythmic twitches create a side-to-side tail kick.
• Colors: Gold Black Orange Belly and Black Shad.

How to Fish It

Use tackle rated for a 1 oz lure, and begin with a short cast where you can watch the action. Adjust the strength of your rod twitches and the amount of slack until you can repeat the movement you want.

Beside an isolated piece of cover, use sharp twitches with limited forward movement to keep the bait working in the area. Leave enough clearance for the lure and its exposed hooks rather than trying to pull it through dense cover.

For a wobbling wake, switch to steady reeling and adjust speed while watching the surface action. For the tail-kicking presentation, use a consistent twitching rhythm. Try short pauses between sequences, and repeat the cadence that draws attention.

Care and Storage

Inspect hook points, hook connections, and the line tie after fish or hard contact. Remove debris, let the lure dry before storage, and contain exposed hooks with hook covers or a separate tackle compartment.