This category contains information about spinning lures used for trout fishing
I personally like inline singles from VMC, Mustad, Gamakastu and Owner. Eagle Claw also makes some nice hooks. I like treble hooks from VMC or Owner. These brands are often the choice of the lure manufacturers. When replacing hooks, it is important not to use hooks that are too big or too small for your … Read more
When deciding which color jerkbait I am going to fish I have a few guidelines I follow. The most simple rule, when the water is clear I fish natural patterns. When the water is murky or dirty, I fish highly contrasting and vivid patterns. Selecting the correct color jerkbait or minnow lure can mean the … Read more
How to catch trout with spoons Spoons are among the oldest spinning lures still readily available, but they live in the shadows of flashy inline-spinners and lifelike jerkbaits such as the Rapala’s. Spoons, in my opinion, are underrated, and many of us should fish them more. Spoons have some significant advantages over other lure designs. … Read more
When most of us think of Scandinavian lures we will think of the excellent jerk baits from Rapala, or maybe Abu Garcia. But the Nordic countries have a thriving tackle industry with many home-grown brands and some of the most peculiar trout lures I have seen. Kuusamo Taimen Super This lure combines the vibration of … 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
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
Welcome to my attempt to list the 25 best trout lures of all time. Believe me when I say, narrowing down this list was no easy task. With countless lures out there designed to entice trout, it’s like picking a favorite child. Nevertheless, I’ve managed to compile a selection of 25 lures that have proven … Read more
I have caught more large trout on jerkbaits than any other style of lure. In this guide I will explain why they are such an efficient trout catcher.
These are the five best trout spinners, and I also suggest the ones to avoid. I also explain when, where and how to get the best out of each variation.