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Step 1
Research the types of saltwater fishing lures that are available. Some great resources include fishing magazines, sporting goods retailers and fishing tackle shops.
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Step 2
Talk to a saltwater fishing expert to learn the basics. He can tell you what types of saltwater lures have worked for him and in which specific locations the tackle has been successful.
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Step 3
Decide where you're going to fish and what types of fish you want to look for. Some species of fish respond best to lures that skim the surface of the water, while other species tend to like lures that go deeper into the water.
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Step 4
Visit a local retailer that specializes in fishing tackle and look at their selection of saltwater lures. The best lures are large and easy to see among wavy saltwater.
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Step 5
Purchase the lures that you need for your next saltwater fishing trip. Basic saltwater lures should not be too small. The lures should be noisy, bright and they should have a long casting distance.
