I prefere to use the hula popper, but have caught countless bass on the bug from PA to Canada. I actually started using it in the early 70's and have about 2 dozen or so and still use them today. The other great thing about the jitter bug, like the musky size with side hooks, is it makes a great retriever for downed ducks in the small ponds...lol.
Can you still find the musky jitterbug. .