How to Fish With Lures
Fishing lures come in just about every size, shape and color that one can imagine. People have been using lures to catch fish for thousands of years and nothing has changed much. The main purpose of the fishing lure is to resemble the bait that the targeted species of fish eats. There are many types of lures on the market and which one you use will depend on several things. You'll need to consider the the type of fishing you'll be doing--salt or freshwater--the species of fish and the size of fish you hope to catch. Learning to fish with a lure correctly and choosing which one is best can take practice as well as patience.
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Instructions
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Tie a spoon lure to the end of your line. Spoons are one of the most popular lures used by anglers. The spoon is usually gold or silver and made out of metal. They are thin and when reeled through the water, are quite flashy, attracting the fish. Fishing with a spoon will depend on the conditions you're fishing in. They are usually reeled in fast while twitching the rod. Variation of the speed of reeling will determine what species of fish you attract.
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Pick a jig to use if you desire an all-around lure. A jig is a type of lure with a weighted hook, a lead head and usually a minnow, worm, or even a crawfish attached to it. This is to simulate the bait and get the attention of the fish so it will bite. The angler needs to twitch the rod while slowly reeling the jig in.
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Use crankbaits to fish with a lure with a fish-like shape. These lures run unstable through the water, which causes a trembling effect. This trembling is what attracts the fish to the lure. These type of lures should be reeled in slowly, while slightly twitching the rod. Crankbaits are also known as plugs.
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Rig your line with a worm if you're fishing in freshwater. These lures are usually plastic or rubber and come in a variety of colors. They generally are made to look like a worm or lizard and are used quite frequently in bass fishing. When fishing with worms, vary the speed of the retrieval. Allow the bait to sit for a second, then reel in slowly.
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Use a top water plug or surface lure if you want a lure that floats atop the water. These types of lures resemble prey that swim on top of the water's surface. When using surface lures, reel your line in slowly, adding jerky motions to the rod as you do so.
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Pick the right fishing equipment such as reel, rod and line, to go with your lures. You should be able to find everything you need at your local sporting goods store. If you have questions about what's the best lure to use for your area and the fishing you plan on doing, ask an expert. Generally people at the store should be able to help you; if not, ask local fishermen what they use, or stop by the local bait store.
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