Choosing a lure for fishing is not a simple matter. You have to consider many aspects to catch fish effectively. This article will tell you how to choose a lure.

Choose a lure according to the season

Depending on the depth at which the lure is used, there are three types of lure: surface, subsurface, and deep. What type of lure you should use depends on what season you are fishing. For example, in the spring, fish will be closer to the surface, so surface baits can be used. In summer, the surface of the water layer is relatively hot and fish will swim at the bottom, so deep lure is used.

Choose a lure based on the size of the fish

Different-sized lures are more effective for different fish. Generally speaking, the bigger the fish, the bigger the lure should be.

For example, crappie, perch, bluegill, grayling, and white bass, use one to three-inch lures. For smallmouth bass, use a 2- to 5-inch lure. For largemouth bass, use a 2 to 6-inch lure. For walleye, use a 3- to 6-inch lure. For salmon and lake trout, use a 3 to 7-inch lure.

Consider other details about the lure you choose

For example, when fishing in water with thick weeds and brush, look for lures with weed guards to prevent snags. There are various theories on how the color of a lure affects its effectiveness. A good rule of thumb is that light-colored lures work best in clear water, while dark and fluorescent lures work best in dark, murky water. Also consider the types of fish, insects, and other creatures that live where you fish. Matching your lure to the types of animals the fish typically eat in that area will make them more attractive.

Learn how to use several common fishing lures

Different lures are more suitable for attracting different types of fish in different environments. Some popular fishing lures include:

Floating plug lures have a lot of movement on the surface, forcing fishermen to be alert. These are surface lures.

A diving plug lure, or cranklure has a weighted lip on the front of the head to help the bait dive into the water. These lures can be underwater or deep.

Vibrating lures contain a microprocessor and a tiny motor that mimics the random motion of a live bait.

Soft plastic lures are more like live bait than any other type of lure, and they can be used with or without weights.

Line lure consists of a spinner and a buzzer. A spinner has one or more blades that rotate around a safety pin-like body. One end of the buzzer is the propeller, and the other end is the hook, skirt, and weighing fuselage.