Gear ratio does not really matter, with that said. A gear ratio between 5.0:1 to 5.2:1 is generally well suited for trout fishing. Trout like a slow retrieve so no need for a high-speed ratio. You can still fish with trout with a fast ratio, just need to wind in the line slower. If you … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
The title of most powerful drag found on a readily available, ‘small size’ spinning reel belongs to the Kastking Sharky III which offers 33lb of drag on a 1000 size reel that weighs just 7.6oz. While the Sharky III has a powerful drag. It is not a reel I usually recommend. It is slightly larger … Read more
Most anglers, myself included only fish the first few feet of most rivers and pools we fish. We cast out, maybe let the lure sink for a few seconds before starting our retrieve. The lure, unless it is a diving variant usually dances back toward the surface. Even most deep diving baits really only get … Read more
The first trout many anglers target are stock rainbows, new fishermen can at times struggle to catch them. But they do not need to. With a few simple tricks they are actually quite easy to catch. In this guide, I hope to answer many of the questions regarding fishing for stock rainbows in ponds and … Read more
This is a quick article, listing what I think are the best spinning rods and reels to carry in a backup when trout fishing. This is for anyone who wants to go hiking but wishes to carry a rod just in case they decide to go for a fish. I will first discuss rods, the … Read more
From a performance perspective there isn’t much that separates entry-level trout spinning rods from the best rods on the market. They all catch fish, and often I find myself thinking, with a few exceptions that rod choice, assuming it’s an ultralight does not really matter. Some $30 rods casts and fish just as well as … Read more
I love fishing braid on ultralight tackle, it is my go to line for trout and most other species. While many reels do a decent job when fishing monofilaments, fishing braid can put reels under a lot more pressure. The thin diameter of braid can also cut through unhardened areas and even damage any areas … Read more
When it comes to trout fishing with lures or spinners, the difference in catch rates between 2lb, 4lb, and 6lb lines is usually minimal. Even large and wary wild brown trout in clear water can be caught successfully with 6lb line. I have caught plenty on even 8lb breaking strain line. However, in fly fishing, … Read more