The spring can be a very challenging time for anglers to target Rainbow Trout. As the freshet sets in so do the dirty water conditions in our valley lakes. If you have ever tried to catch Rainbow Trout in these murky water situations you know it can be difficult. However, these periods can also offer some of the greatest fishing opportunities of the year. As anglers we need to … [Read more...]
How Barometric Pressure Affects Fishing
Majority of anglers can agree that there are many natural elements that come into play which affects fishing. These include air and water temperatures, winds, currents, water clarity and the level of light available. However, the one element that is most critical to understand and sometimes goes unrecognized by anglers is barometric pressure, also known as atmospheric or air … [Read more...]
Tip – Fishing Line Setbacks off Downriggers
Most experienced anglers have their own preference on how far they setback their line from the downrigger canon ball. There’s a lot of variables that can go into deciding what the optimum setback is such type of fish you are targeting, depth and speed, etc. Here’s an easy proven formula that tends to work almost every time in freshwater fishing applications. It is called the … [Read more...]
Tip – Leader Lengths for Lake Trolls
What is the right leader length when trolling a lure such as a wedding ring behind a set of Gang or Lake Troll flashers? There really is no right answer, however following this basic guideline will help increase your results. When the water clarity is extreme you want to lengthen your leader further away from your flashers. Many times in clear water fish will stay back from … [Read more...]
Fly Tying Tip – The Anatomy of a Hook
When it comes to fly tying, the main component of the job is obviously the hook. Hooks come in all shapes and sizes and all types of materials. There are a multitude of companies that sell hooks. Mustad, Tiemco, Daiichi and some of the more quality hooks that I like to use. Each one has it’s own designs but at the end of the day, it is you the tier that must decide which one … [Read more...]
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