Rapala Skitter Walk Review & “How To” [UNDERWATER FOOTAGE]
- By: Luke Simonds
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- Found In: Fishing Tips, Lure Reviews, Product Reviews, Retrieving Lures, Topwater Lures
The Rapala Skitter Walk has been around for a very long time, and it is one of the most popular topwater lures on the market.
This post will explain the pros and cons of this lure that I’ve experienced after years of use trial and error use.
And I will also give you a tutorial on how to use the Skitter Walk in the video review at the bottom of the article.
Best of all, the “how to” footage in the video below includes a view of how the rod tip movement impacts the action of the lure in the water via a very unique split-screen view from two cameras that are time synced.
Note: If you have used this lure, please share your thoughts with us in the Comments section at the bottom of this post. We are not affiliated with their company at all, so your review will not get censored in any way… all good or bad reviews will get approved.
So let’s get started with the review:
Rapala Skitter Walk Specs
Rapala has two different Skitter Walk models: the Skitter Walk and the Saltwater Skitter Walk.
Rapala Skitter Walk Specs:
- Model Number: SW08
- Running Depth: Topwater
- Body Length: 3-1/8″
- Weight: 7/16 oz
- Hooks: Two #3 treble hooks
Rapala Saltwater Skitter Walk Specs:
- Model Number: SSW11
- Running Depth: Topwater
- Body Length: 4-3/8″
- Weight: 5/8 oz
- Hooks: Two #2 treble hooks
Both sizes are available in our online tackle store
Note: I don’t like the treble hooks that come with either of the Skitter Walk lures, so I replace them with single hooks built for replacing trebles… click here to see a post about sizing single hooks for treble hooks on plugs.
Rapala Skitter Walk Video Review & Tutorial
In this video, I go over my top pros and cons for the Rapala Skitter Walk. I also give a tutorial with underwater footage to show you how to use this lure.
Related Links:
– See this lure in our online store
– Learn more about the Insider Fishing Club
– See how to tie my favorite loop knot (Non-Slip Loop Knot)
– Learn how to replace treble hooks with single hooks (sizing chart included)
Conclusion
This is one of my favorite topwater lures out there. I highly recommend it and think all inshore anglers should keep one or two in their tackle supply.
Replacing the treble hooks with single inline hooks is a good idea for this lure, but other than that this lure is ready to go out of the box.
Remember, all our review are completely unbiased and independent. We are not affiliated with any fishing lure companies.
If you have any questions about this lure or have a suggestion for what product we should review next, let us know in the comments.
Tight Lines!
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After getting a feel for this bait, I have grown to like it a lot. It has a great rattle and I like the large profile it has. It has a very defined walk and makes a very loud presence in the water. The large profile is a great bait for fall fishing or even tarpon fishing.
Thanks for making time to post the nice comment Jude!
Great video,you can see the action of the lure
Thanks
Bob
Do you prefer the 3” for reds & trout ? What about line size type rod power?what color do you have the most confidence in.
Thank you love the site
Dan
Great video. When do you guys prefer to use the Skitterwalk vs the SkitterV? Are there any conditions you are more likely to throw one vs. the other?
They both are excellent lures and can be used interchangeably (haven’t yet seen a situation where one of them works while the other one doesn’t).
For me, it’s more about size selection in matching the size of the bait in the water… the skitterV is a bit larger than the small skitterwalk and a big smaller than the larger skitterwalk.
Note: We have both options in stock now if you need any: https://fishstrong.com/collections/saltwater-lures
I’ve been alternating between the Heddon Super Spook Jr and this Skitterwalk this summer. I occasionally lose one – usually due to worn out 10 lb braid – but that’s another story (or idea for a story –hint, hint). I’m not going to buy any more of the Rapalas because they have a real problem with the front hook tangling in the line. If you lay the two lures down next to each other, you can see why – they’re booth almost the same length, but the forward hook is mounted a good ½ – maybe even ¾ of an inch farther forward on the Skitterwalk.
Thanks for sharing your experiences with the skitter walk lure. I have had some issues with that front hook snagging the line too.
Awesome split screen video,helps to see both action of rod and lure. Keep up the great work!!
As an alternative to hard topwater baits , do a review of the Z Man Popper Shadz,,,just bought some but haven’t had them out yet
Thom I have had good success with them as a soft “topwater plug” and have caught some good fish with them. Capt. CA Richardson mentions them in one of his videos here and shows some rigging and retrieval tactics as well. Its a good bait but I will say its floating and soft body takes a little bit of adapting to; it doesn’t react fully like a hard bait you may be used to using. I prefer the pearl, houdini and smoky shad colors.
Good luck
What size inline hooks did you install. Look like 3/0?
The size I like best for the smaller skitter walk shown in this video is a 1/0 from Owner (Model #: 4101-111).
Hey Luke……Tony just reviewed the Super Spook Jr and you just reviewed the Skitter Walk. Lots of other walk the dogs lures are out there. Rather than reviewing one at a time, how about first reviewing a good sampling of the more popular ones, and then provide the pros and cons of each along with recommendations about which one to buy for given conditions.
Coming very soon…
That is the type of info that we reserve for Fishing Club members like you. We will be posting cross-brand analysis reviews for different types of lures similar to the ones that are already there for rods (https://saltstrongdev.wpengine.com/fishing-tip/fishing-rod-review-insiders/) and reels (https://saltstrongdev.wpengine.com/fishing-tip/inshore-fishing-reels-best-overall-best-value/).
To see an example of how we’ll be testing the lures, check out the Club tip from last month about how to maximize strikes with topwater lures in the summer: https://saltstrongdev.wpengine.com/fishing-tip/how-to-maximize-topwater-plug-results-in-the-summer/
Thanks, Luke…….Saltstrong Rocks!