On that note, let's talk about the two lures you should always carry with you on your quest for the ultimate river fish. The first, and the only lure you can never be without (as my good friend and long time fishing rival Josh Kelley would say), is the silver #1 Mepps Aglia.
This lure will catch you more trout in small rivers, streams, and brooks than any lure out there, guarenteed. And it's the easiest lure to maneuver through the often wicked little obstacles between you and the ultimate fish. This lure can get in and out of the tightest spots, into those shaded backwashes the fly-fisher can't float his little fly through and the bait fisher, well, the bait fisher probably doesn't even know these little havens exist. Leaders, swivels, neither has a place in lure fishing. You tie your lure on and cut it off when you want to put on something else. Tying the lure straight to the line maintains the integrity of the lure's design, allowing it to work as it was designed. Leaders and swivels can hinder a lure's performance at any time as you're pulling it through the water. As far as what knot to use when tying the lure on, I like to use a clinch knot.
Now, the #4 Panther Martin is always my go to lure when I want to change things up. The gold spoon gives this lure a little more flash in waters that may have a little more sediment floating around or less direct sunlight, and the black and yellow body gives the sleek lure a bug-like look. The Martin is a little heavier than the Mepps, so I like it in slower waters with fewer rocks.
Either of these lures can be found where fishing supplies are sold; however, trying to find the lower numbered ones, like those pictured above and talked about here, may take you to a more specialized outfitter, where your selection will generally be better.
Good luck out there. Fish smart. And keep it reel.
2 comments:
99% of the time a black and gold Panther Martin is the lure of choice for us, the size depends on the conditions. My husband taught me how to fish, we do all catch and release with barb-less lures. Back in March we fished the Kern River and in a day and a half educated over 70 fish. I don't even consider "bait" fishing, there is so much more out there. I love the challenge of finding the hole or undercut where they are. A lot more come off the hook without the barbs but that is where the skill comes in. Writing this makes my hands itch for a rod and reel right now!
Raimbow
This is the first time I have ever "blogged", maybe the first one went through, I don't know. The second comments were the shortened version.
Rainbow
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