Spinnerbaits, the ultimate anti-weed lures

The Spinnerbait is a lure directly coming from the United States. Being recognized as a must-have across the Atlantic, it stands out for its ability to navigate in weed beds. Indeed, its shape and the orientation of the hook allows passage through obstacles without difficulty or snagging.

This type of lure consists of several elements. There may be variations, but you will essentially find a skirt to create vibrations, a more or less thick frame, a jig and blades. It is this combination that offers the action to go after predators such as pike or black bass. A trailer can be added to increase its attractiveness.

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A spinner is chosen according to various criteria. If your fishing is geared towards deep waters, or on a more or less long animation, you won't use the same models. The species you are looking for will also be a choice variant, just like the speed of retrieval.

You will find many manufacturers who have been won over by this not-so-new movement. Major brands stand out for their originality in profiles as well as in the vibrations emitted. It's almost become a science in its own right.

All you have to do now is let yourself be guided to be ready, rod in hand, to make your first cast and master your first descent of spinnerbait.

What characterises this particular lure?

The spinnerbait belongs to the wire bait family. It is a lure that was specifically designed for black bass fishing in cluttered environments. It comes from the United States and consists of several essential components.

The blades will be one of the important aspects in the action of your model. You will find various shapes and colours. They will tend to allow you to slow down or speed up your descent or retrieval.

Colorado profiles, round ones, will have more resistance when retrieving when the series with willow blades will be more fluid. The first will be ideal for slow fishing when the second will fish more quickly.

The hook will be the second point not to be neglected. The shape or a possible joint at its base will give it different uses. It may allow easier or more difficult passage through obstacles but also allow the assembly of a longer or shorter trailer.

The frame must be monitored in various ways. Thick piano wires must obviously be chosen for models intended for pike. For black bass or perch, a thinner trend is necessary, as the spinner needs to deform slightly when advancing.

The skirt dressing the jig is the last point. It comes in several colours and sizes to offer vibrations. They are usually installed with an elastic system that allows them to be exchanged or replaced when worn.

Other aspects may be considered in making your choice. The colour of the spoons, the closure or not of the eyelet or the presence of a lucky hook can bring added benefits.

The questions to ask yourself to make the right choice!

What species of fish am I going to look for? Perch and black bass can be targeted with identical models. However, one must opt for areas for trout when choosing much stronger series for larger predators such as pike.

At what depth will I evolve it? The weight of the lead is directly impacted. Logically, the heavier the lure, the faster it will descend to the bottom. For surface fishing, choose lighter models and adapt your rod.

At what speed will I fish? This is where the aspect of the spoons will be impactful. You may need to fish slowly for winter practices for example when the fish is slow. You may also want faster models to easily cover the ground and only fish for active fish.

These three questions should already allow you to equip yourself amply with models of different shapes and colors. Because once you have answered these questions, you need to be at the water's edge to measure the good execution of your choice and validate it with the weather conditions.

The major brands of Spinnerbaits in France

If we are objective, today all brands know how to make spinnerbaits. They will be of varying quality. They have made an effort in research or copying, but everyone can manufacture them. Despite this, major brands stand out for their craftsmanship and the efficiency of their products.

American brands are certainly the most capable of offering serious series. Big names like Booyah and the spinnerbait Strike King series have made it their trademark. The use of this type of lure for decades has given them a real lead in their production and their design.

The Japanese are not to be outdone with prestigious brands that also have proven their worth. Very clean, often developed with real innovative concepts, the spinnerbaits Deps, Megabass, OSP and Evergreen will offer you a real plus in your fishing. It's often a bit more expensive, but it's extremely effective.

Europe, despite a certain lag with this type of lure still defends some models developed by well-known brands. Illex, Delalande and Svartzonker and Westin propose series well suited to our predator species.

As you've understood, spinnerbait has become an art that is manifested in many technical details. From surface fishing to scraping the weed beds in several meters of depth, you will have plenty of choices to perfect your technique and your collection.

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