My favorite spinning lures for fall trout
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My favorite spinning lures for fall trout

Fall is normally a time of cool nights, sunny days, and little rainfall. This great weather, means many trout streams are flowing low and clear which gives the trout plenty of opportunities to inspect their prey. The level of difficulty is increased further because most trout streams have been heavily pressured over the summer, the…

Are Blue Fox Spinners any good? (How do they compare with the competition?)
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Are Blue Fox Spinners any good? (How do they compare with the competition?)

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…

What Is the Best Color Rapala for Trout Fishing?
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What Is the Best Color Rapala for Trout Fishing?

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…

How to Fish a Floating Rapala (Detailed Guide)
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How to Fish a Floating Rapala (Detailed Guide)

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,…

What is the purpose of the plastic tube on some treble hooks?
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What is the purpose of the plastic tube on some treble hooks?

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…

Fishing Swim Shads for Trout (an awesome little lure)
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Fishing Swim Shads for Trout (an awesome little lure)

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…

What Is the Best Kastmaster Color for Trout? (Including one custom color!)
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What Is the Best Kastmaster Color for Trout? (Including one custom color!)

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…

The Best Ultra Light Spinning Reels
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The Best Ultra Light Spinning Reels

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…