Looking for a budget friendly ultralight spinning reel. A reel that is suitable for catching trout and other panfish. In this comparison I am going to compare two of the best selling small reels for under $30. At this price point, all reels are mass produced with limited quality control. They are made on very … Read more
Dogs are great companions. Nothing seems nicer than going for a fish with your best mate. Problem is, dogs often have a different idea of a good time. Dogs like to keep moving, keep exploring and in many cases they seek out small animals to chase. Unless you are fishing fast, fishing seems like waiting. … Read more
The best fly fishing vest provides ample storage which is easily accessible and lightweight.
When most of us think of Scandinavian lures we will think of the excellent jerk baits from Rapala, or maybe Abu Garcia. But the Nordic countries have a thriving tackle industry with many home-grown brands and some of the most peculiar trout lures I have seen. Kuusamo Taimen Super This lure combines the vibration of … Read more
After hooking a trout, the fight is on. A commonly asked question is which type of trout fights the best?, well, all trout species are capable fighters, but fight differently. Rainbow trout dazzle with their explosive runs and acrobatic leaps, while browns exhibit a composed and strategic approach, gravitating towards structures in an attempt to … Read more
Thinking of traveling to New Zealand and hoping to do some trout fishing. In this article we discuss the key differences in the commonly used spinning lures available in both countries. I feel it is also important to note that trout are trout and despite living an ocean apart, they share very similar feeding habits. … Read more
Catch and release is an important conservation tool to protect the quality of our wild fisheries. If all anglers, were to keep all that they catch the quality of some fisheries will quickly collapse. Rainbow trout streams are especially vulnerable to overfishing. Below, I share my opinion on what I consider are the best spinners, … Read more
I love trout, and my favorite type of fishing is fly casting to sighted trout. The thrill and rush of adrenaline as a trout glides across, opens its mouth, and slowly engulfs a fly keeps me returning to trout rivers day after day. I feel there is no more rewarding form of fishing than watching … Read more
I have been living in Korea for close to a year, and still have not found the time to check out the trout streams. Which are located on the eastern side of the country and are a closely guarded secret. Last weekend, I found myself camping beside a river that just ‘screamed’ trout. Like any … Read more
Hot dry summers are bad news for trout. As streams dry, countless fish become trap in rapidly evaporating pools. Learn how to help rescue trout and save their lives.
