Most of us care deeply about the trout we catch and the continued health of the fishery. When releasing trout, we want them to survive, thrive, and reproduce. A trout that dies shortly after release, is the worst possible outcome. Over the years, there has been a lot of controversies over which hook type damages … Read more
Been invited for a camping trip, and have no fishing gear? Below are my thoughts on what represents the best value for money trout or panfish fishing kit for some casual fishing. Perfect for someone who might fish once or twice a year but nothing serious. Handline – The Cheapest Way To Fish The cheapest … Read more
There is a lot of different braids on the market. But not all braids and created equal, and not all play nicely with spinning reels. In fact, many braids when used on spinning tackle results in wind knots, line twists which will eventually result in tangles, wind knots and even break offs. In this article, … Read more
At times we all want to cast farther, cover a few extra yards of river with every cast. Maybe reach that submerge log out in the middle. There are many reasons why a fisherman might want to cast farther. When fishing in big waters such as lakes long casts allow water to be covered that … Read more
Welcome to my attempt to list the 25 best trout lures of all time. Believe me when I say, narrowing down this list was no easy task. With countless lures out there designed to entice trout, it’s like picking a favorite child. Nevertheless, I’ve managed to compile a selection of 25 lures that have proven … Read more
Are you Looking for a trout and pan-fish spinning rod and reel combo? An affordable setup suitable for children. Decent quality and durable enough to survive the rough treatment of children. Most rod and reel combos targeted at children resemble toys more than fishing equipment. Many are nearly impossible to cast yet along catch anything … Read more
A 6ft6″ – 7ft long spinning rod works best in most trout fishing situations. This is a good general-purpose length for fishing from either the shore or a boat. It is what I use for 90% of my trout fishing. Some anglers prefer rods as short as 4ft6″ when fishing small overgrown streams where casting … Read more
While spinning for trout line twist is an annoyance that causes tangles, knots, and even break-offs. While prevention is better than cure, mistakes happen and lines become twisted. In this guide, I will discuss ways to remove line twists. Once the line twist is removed, it is important to keep the line twist free. The … Read more
As the sun sinks behind the horizon, the only ripple on the vast river flat was some distant fish raising. I stalked my way upriver, restricted to the narrowest margin between tall river reeds and the deeply shelving river. The river bed quickly drops away to chest deep. Maybe more, I did not check. I … Read more
I have caught more large trout on jerkbaits than any other style of lure. In this guide I will explain why they are such an efficient trout catcher.