Why Sunglasses are Essential When Trout Fishing
There are two main reasons to wear sunglasses when trout fishing. Firstly, they make seeing through the glare significantly easier, which assists greatly in spotting trout or likely lays. Even more importantly, they protect the eyes, not only from the sun’s rays but also from wayward flies, hooks, and twigs. For both reasons, sunglasses are … Read more
What breaking strain tippet to fish?
When fly fishing, it is best to select tippet based on its diameter, not on its breaking strain. The best diameter is based on the size of the fly you plan on casting, not on the weight of the fish you hope to land. It is also worth noting, that the tippet diameter must be … Read more
Which leader material is best when fishing braid?
Basically, it does not matter if you use monofilament or fluorocarbon as a leader. They all work and perform similarly. So if you already own some line of around 4 or 6lb it will be fine to use for trout fishing. To summarize the key differences quickly, Florourcabon is slightly more transparent while nylon/mono has … Read more
Fly fishing into strong winds
When trying to fly fish I hate the wind, it roughs up the surface making spotting difficult, not to mention that the gusts can ruin an otherwise perfect cast. I learned to fly fish on one of the windiest trout rivers in the world, the daily averages wind-run is something like 155 mph (it is … Read more
How many trout species are found in America?
There are 11 trout species in the United States, 10 of which are native. One additional species is likely locally extinct.
(Quick Answer) Can Trout See Uv Lures and Flies?
Adult trout older than a couple of seasons lack the visual cones capable of seeing UV light, so the use of UV paint or thread on lures and flies will not make most trout more likely to strike. Trout will see them just like any other lure or fly, so if it’s a suitable color … Read more
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How to Catch Trout in Hot Weather?
With the recent waves of hot weather, I find even walking the dog is exhausting. When it is hot the trout we love to catch also struggle as water temperature raises. In the middle of summer with high temperatures and low flow, trout fishing is difficult. The trout are not being fussy, as the temperature … Read more
Choosing the Perfect Fly Fishing Indicators: The Top 8 Picks
There is no one best strike indicator under all conditions. What works well on a spring creek, will likely struggle on a boisterous freestone river. In all honestly, I rarely fish indicators, but sometimes they are essential. A necessary evil. Some nymphs are simply too heavy to suspend under a dry fly hence the need … Read more
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Do I Need to Scale Trout Before Cooking? (Answered and a Crispy Trout Skin Recipe)
Trout have tiny and soft scales which do not need to be removed before cooking. Many people barely notice them while eating cooked trout. On trout larger than 18″ it can be worthwhile to give them a quick scraping because the scales can be a bit larger. Trout, are a popular eating fish, knowing for … Read more
Do Sturgeons Eat Trout and Steelheads?
across much of their range. So how well do these two endemic species get along and what interactions occur between them?
The most effective methods to catch trout on worms
The two best ways to catch trout on a worm are drifting the worm beneath a float, or bouncing them along the bottom weighed down with a few pieces of split shot. Float fishing allows trout to be targeted which are feeding within the water column, while bottom bouncing works well on trout which are … Read more
How Big Do Rainbow Trout Grow?
Rainbow trout can grow to impressive lengths, and today we’ll dive into the topic to satisfy your curiosity. According to the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), the heaviest rainbow trout on record weighed a staggering 21.77 kg (48 lb 0 oz). This impressive catch was made in Lake Diefenbaker, Canada back in 2009. Additionally, the … Read more
How to catch your first trout, and avoid common mistakes.
Struggling to catch your first trout? This guide gives basic guidance on catching your first trout. Plus how to learn the secrets of a trout river. This guide assumes you already have a lightweight fishing rod, spinning reel, and a selection of lures. If you do not have suitable fishing equipment, I suggest following the … Read more
Rapala Oringal Floating vs Rapala Xrap | Which is best?
Ever went into a fishing store, and looked at all the Rapala lures on display. Two of the most common models being the Original Floater and the Xrap. But, which lure is best and how do they compare to each other? While this article is primarily going to be focused on trout fishing, I have … Read more