This category contains information about spinning lures used for trout fishing
I have been fishing Blue Fox spinner lures for nearly two decades, and they are among my favorites. When I first got into trout fishing, I favored Blue Fox Vibrax based on price alone, at that time they were a couple of dollars cheaper than the other big brands and I frequently found them in…
Rapala lures are rated among the best trout lures. Jerkbaits like the ones from Rapala are without a doubt my favorite lure for catching mature, wild brown trout. With over 23 Rapala patterns available. It can be difficult for newer fishermen to decide which colors to fish. It often seems like fishermen only fish a…
I feel like the Oringal Floating Jerkbait needs no introduction. They have been catching trout for longer than most of us have been alive. A truly iconic trout lure, and despite countless new designs and innovations, no other jerkbait can consistently outfish the original. The Rapala action is so iconic and effective at catching trout,…
When targeting trout are plastic or artificial worms just as effective as a real nightcrawler? In this article, I will discuss the pros and cons of each and will share which situations favor one over the other. Firstly, I want to discuss which catches the most trout. I personally feel that a well presented worm…
Why do some treble hooks on lures come with a small piece of plastic tube over the shank of the hook? The main purpose of the plastic tube on treble hooks is decorative. Some fishermen also believe it provides a ‘hot spot’ that fish can concentrate when going in for the strike. Additionally, if the…
I was fishing a shallow stream the other day, and it got me thinking that shallow skinny water, whether it is a creek, stream, or even the extreme margins of a larger river presents a number of challenges when retrieving a lure. The main issue, when fishing skinny water is that our lures often hit…
Swim shads represent small fish, and they generally have a hyper realistic finish, on the retrieve their little tail does wiggle through the water in a rather fishlike fashion. They are affordable. Depending on brand, a pre-rigged shad generally costs around a dollar. You can get a whole package for the price of a single…
Have you ever been to a fishing store, and looked at the large display of lures. There are so many different colors and patterns. Just which one is best for trout fishing? In this guide, I will share what I consider to be the best Kastmaster colors for trout fishing. I have been seriously trout…
Looking for a new ultralight spinning reel? A reel that is not only lightweight but durable with excellent line management. In this article, I hope to provide what I consider to be the best ultralight spinning reels. For more comprehensive reviews covering many of these reels check my main spinning reel buyers guide. What makes…
This article was initially going to be about 7 forgotten trout lures that deserve a second chance. But while preparing for the article, I realized that many lures were forgotten for a good reason. They have simply been replaced by newer, more efficient designs or maybe they were never that great to begin with. Secondly,…
