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Trout Fishing Showdown: Wyoming vs. Colorado
Which state offers the best trout fishing, comparing Wyoming with Colorado.
Top 10 Streamers for trout fishing in Colorado
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of stripping in streamers. The feeling of being intimately connected to the action is truly indescribable and there might be no better place for streamer fishing than the waterways of Colorado. As such, I have finally gotten around to sharing my favorite 10 streamer and fly lure recommendations for…
On the water review of the Live Target Trout Jerkbait
Despite fishing them on and off for many years the trout Jerkbait from Live Target is a lure I have many mixed feelings about. In this review, I will share my experience on how well it performs when targeting predominantly wild trout. Overall I do not consider it a good jerkbait, but it can certainly…
Blue Fox Flash on the water review
Blue Fox Flash Spinner on the water test I can tell a lot about spinners based on the blade they are designed around. The Blue Fox Flash spinner features a willow leaf blade. In my books, this is not a positive when it comes to trout fishing because its strengths does not always outweigh its…
Yo-zuri Snap Shad on the water review
Just a quick on the water review of a little Jerkbait, the Yo-Zuri Snap Shad. Unfortunately, the lures which I tested appears to be discontinued so they can be hard to find. Yo-Zuri does have a new version on the market, but they are shorter and rounder. The Yo-Zuri Snap Shad is a slender 3.5cm…
Salmo Hornet on the water test
I fished with and reviewed Salmo Hornet jerkbaits. How do these tiny jerkbaits compare with the rest?
Featured Guides
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…
The 8 Best Fly Fishing Indicators
A fly-fishing strike indicator needs to perform three roles. It must be buoyant, easily visible, and not spook wary fish. Ideally, it will also be durable, and easy to attach while minimizing drag both during the cast and on the water surface. I have been fly fishing for over twenty years and have been writing…
Popular Articles
Ten hints on how to release trout quickly and safely.
They say that the best fishermen are the ones who can tell the biggest fish tales. But what about the ones who actually care about the fish they catch? As much as we would love to keep all trout in the water, we know that’s not always possible. Most fishermen just can’t resist taking a…
Can Trout Smell Sunscreen, and Insect Repellent?
When I was learning to fly fish, I was taught to keep sunscreen, insect repellent and other contaminants off my fly. The theory goes because trout have such an excellent sense of smell they can be discouraged by even the smallest hint of chemicals. Some people even believe sunscreens’ ability to reflect UV is visible…
Can you catch trout when it is snowing?
Yes, if the water temperature is above 6c or 44f then trout will still readily feed even if it is snowing. Sitting at home on my computer the first snow flurry of the winter is falling outside.Well, at this time of year it is more a wet sleet but nevertheless it got me thinking. Is…
How to swim down rapids, what to do if you lose your footing when wading?
There is plenty of articles on how to wade and cross rivers safely. There is also plenty of advice that explains how to stay out of trouble. I have even written one such article here. But spend enough time wading, or floating down rivers, and sooner or later you will end up in the drink….
Are there trout in Hawaii? (and where to find them)
When most of us think of Hawaii, we think of tropical beaches, palm trees, lush jungles, and surfing, but Hawaii is more than just a beach Paradise. There are volcanoes raising over 13000 feet, where it gets cold enough on the summits to snow most years. The largest of the volcanoes is on Big Island,…
The biggest mistakes I still make trout fishing
Welcome to my article, where I will share common mistakes I still make while trout fishing. I am not going to spend time discussing casting or technique-specific mistakes. Yeah, it is all too easy to make too many back casts or mend badly resulting in drag. These are not really mistakes, just a lack of…
