Whether you are a beginner or an avid trout fisherman, there is a huge variety of lures in which you can choose from. One may begin with the lure that they were taught with or perhaps the lure that a local fisherman caught a good sized fish with. The trout fishing lures that you will use can vary from location to location and upon what the fisherman feels like casting out that day.
One easy thing to remember when choosing lures is that the type of lure that is used should be chosen upon what method of fishing will be done. Spinners should be used when spinner fishing and flies should be used when fly fishing. Flies are great for their purpose but lures and spinners are made to imitate the trout’s prey even though they don’t look like their prey. Choosing the right lure can be a little difficult but as long as you know some tips and tricks of the game, you should fish well. The fish usually gather near the bottom during the spring as they are somewhat slow after hibernating through the winter. This is when a lure that is heavy enough to get to the bottom but not enough so that it could easily get caught on something is perfect for the job. Always be prepared and bring a variety of lures with you when trout fishing.
Spring is a great time to use spinners or worm rigs. It’s best to use an unweighted spinner with a worm and allow it to drift along the bottom keeping the line tight enough to where you can bring the line up if necessary without any issues.
One type of spinner called spoons are so named because they look like spoons and wobble when the spinner is retrieved acting like a small fish. Success depends upon what the trout are feeding on that day. Spoons are available in a large variety of weights, sizes and shapes which can make picking the right one somewhat of a chore, but fun. Early spring is the best time for using spoons that are heavy and small in size; if the trout won’t bite on the first one, don’t give up just keep trying.
Another popular lure for trout fishing is the Rooster tail. As the name suggests, the lure has a small tuft of hair at the end and looks like a rooster’s tail when dry. This particular trout lure is made to imitate a trout’s natural prey, the minnow. This lure can go deep into the water or hang out near the surface. Many lures of this type are about 3 – 4 inches long and sometimes are easily broken, so take a little caution with these lures.
When spin fishing for trout, the fisherman will usually cast upstream. The fisherman may also decide to cast across the stream depending upon the speed and strength of the current. A good fisherman will always bring a sufficient number of lures, spinners or flies so that he has a choice when he finds that perfect fishing spot and he can catch the perfect trout.
