Rapala Oringal Floating vs Rapala Xrap | Which is best?
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Rapala Oringal Floating vs Rapala Xrap | Which is best?

Ever went into a fishing store, and looked at all the Rapala lures on display. Two of the most common models being the Original Floater and the Xrap. But, which lure is best and how do they compare to each other? While this article is primarily going to be focused on trout fishing, I have…

How to catch trout in winter on Jerkbaits?
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How to catch trout in winter on Jerkbaits?

Winter is one of my favorite times of year to target trout on jerkbaits. The reason why jerkbaits are my lure of choice over the colder months is that their realistic appearance allows for extremely slow retrieves, which give lethargic trout plenty of time to inspect before striking. The basics are simple, cast the Jerkbait…

8 Reasons why trout will follow a spinner but refuse to strike?
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8 Reasons why trout will follow a spinner but refuse to strike?

It is a cool summer morning, I cast out my tiny Mepps black fury lure. It splashes down just beneath the overhanging willows, I retrieve and as the lure enters the shallows I see a nice trout, I estimated around 3lb in hot pursuit. It follows the lure nearly to my feet, then with a…

How to catch trout on a spoon? – Techniques the pro use
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How to catch trout on a spoon? – Techniques the pro use

I feel like spoons are somewhat under appreciated. They are becoming the forgotten lure of the trout fishing world. It is a shame, because they offer some real advantages over other designs. Trout fishing with a spoon does not have to be difficult. You cast out, wait a few seconds to let it sink then…

How to catch more trout and other fish on a kastmaster?
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How to catch more trout and other fish on a kastmaster?

I learned to spin fish using kastmaster, or at least a very similar lure. I have caught hundreds of fish and spent nearly as many hours fishing them. If I have to describe a kastmaster, it would be as a simple metal lure that casts a mile. I consider the Kastmaster to be one of…

My seven favorite trout lures for trolling
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My seven favorite trout lures for trolling

Below are my favorite seven lures for catching trout while trolling. These are the lures that have brought me my most consistent success in catching trout. I mostly troll in shallow or medium-depth rivers and lakes. I never really target trout in very deep water. But when I do, I still use the same lures…

Best replacement hooks for trout spinners
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Best replacement hooks for trout spinners

When to replace hooks Replace hooks when they show signs of corrosion, are bent or showing signs of stress. What single hooks should I use when replacing trebles? I replace treble hooks with inline singles, usually of a much larger size but similar mass. Inline single hooks work well because the eye is on the…

Best Color Jerkbait For Trout Fishing?
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Best Color Jerkbait For Trout Fishing?

When deciding which color jerkbait I am going to fish I have a few guidelines I follow. When the water is clear I fish natural patterns. When the water is dirty I fish highly contrasting bright patterns. Selecting the correct color jerkbait or minnow lure can mean the difference between a productive day on the…