Small jigs are the most versatile of all trout lures. Whether made of fur, feathers, or soft plastic, they can be fished fast or slow, shallow or deep, all according to the needs of the moment. They ...

My girlfriend -- who hadn't fished seriously until she met me -- recently asked me, "How do you know which lure to choose when you're fishing?" It was a good question. I've been fishing so long, I ...

Bass fishing has seen a lot of big changes in recent years, from new baits, to crazy electronic advancements. These changes have led to some of the old reliable baits our fathers and grandfathers ...

Cold temperatures and short days make bass, and bass anglers, lethargic. But hardy souls who brave the elements are rewarded ...

I don’t remember the first time I fished walleyes with a jig, but jig fishing has become my “go-to” fishing technique over the years. I know I’m not alone. Whether it’s one of those distinct “thunks,” ...

DULUTH — When the News Tribune ran a story in March on how jigs are by far the No. 1 lure for the most world-record fish, it probably didn’t surprise any walleye anglers in Minnesota. The data from ...

Tackle store shelves are teeming with every size, color, and shape of walleye lure imaginable. And if you're new to fishing for walleye, deciding on what baits to choose can be a daunting task. This ...

Slab crappies are meat eaters—sure enough minnow munchers. They take artificials well at times, especially jigs—but big crappie will turn their noses at even the best of the best crappie lures.

Finicky winter fish often follow and sniff without biting. Learn how jigging cadence, lure size, and deadsticking can trigger strikes.