Tackle Tips

You might not know it, but we do have an option to add glow to your Lyman lures.

Sometimes two is better than one.

Lyman plugs have a very erratic action in the water and I believe it is that action that creates the bite.

Many lakes experience what is called a thermocline.

Fishing rods are the foundation of your tackle and should be treated with special care as they bear the burden of landing those trophy fish we all dream about.

When I use Lyman plugs for tophy rainbows

Most tackle stores are happy to spool up your reel, particularly those who have a line winding machine. If you have the time, and they have the quality line you want, let them do it.

Always check the line for nicks or frazzles or areas of abrasion that will cause a weakness. After every fishing trip, or after playing out a nice fish, cut off approximately ten feet of line and retie, if you have reason to believe it may have been fraye

Whether you intend to catch and release fish or not, knowing how to properly release fish is a good skill for every angler to acquire.