Thomas Walsh 
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.
Yes, it is possible to catch trout on bass lures, and vice versa. Trout share many of the same triggers as bass. Trout and Bass are both visual hunters, they see prey and they react to intercept it. Trout readily take bait lures. Both species also detect prey through vibrations using their ‘lateral line’ which … Read more
Made in America Trout Spinning Reels There are hundreds of spinning reels on the market, but only a handful of brands make spinning reels in the United States. Below, I have summarized the various spinning reels and their suitability for trout fishing. To save everyone time, there is currently no American made spinning reels suitable … Read more
One necessary hassle most kayak anglers face is how to get their new boat to the water. The most practical solution for most is to purchase a set of roof racks. Over the years I have spent more money on roof racks than I wish. They do not come cheap, and the premium brands are … Read more
I love trout fishing at night; the weather is cooler; the crowds have long since gone home. Trout are more confident, and willing to go after bigger prey. After dark the wind normally drops, and the river surface calms. On some nights, the only disturbance from the tranquillity is the swoosh of hunting fish. Lets … Read more