I just donated a WP to the lake last Friday, but not before solidly hooking three fish! Should have checked my line, 50# braid broke. I have noticed that if I start my retrieve with my rod tip really high the plopping action will start right away. I then lower the tip in anticipation of the strike. The strikes vary from a slurp to a heart-stopping explosion! Be ready for a strike really close to the boat or shore. Don't pick it up too soon! Not sure color matters, except dark and light.
Fun lure, for sure!