It's more of a "ticking the top" technique, obviously, and then snatching the bait out.
Some guys really whack the crap outta the rod just above the foregrip to get it out. Others feel the resistance and give the rodtip a firm, quick snatch. You'll want at least a medium-heavy rod, if not a heavy action, because anything "whippy" won't get it done.
As for line, you could fish something like 30-pound Vicious braid (small diameter) or a 14- to 20-pound fluorocarbon that would have a little more give than the braid. Mono possibly, but it's so stretchy I wouldn't use it.
Some sites:
http://www.mikeiaconelli.com/article.php?id=13 http://proxy.espn.go.com/outdoors/bassma..._basics_BMM0703 http://www.secretweaponlures.com/intel/traps_on_grass.htm http://www.tb-guide.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=365
