Fishing Frenzy

For the discerning fisherman, quality equipment is essential for that perfect catch. You don't need much, but with the best tools you are in with a much better chance of catching that dream fish. A quality fishing rod, a strong line and live bait or a good fishing lure will increase your chances significantly.

There are few things that will rival real bait when it comes to coaxing a fish to attack. However, live bait is not always easily available so the next best thing is a good fishing lure. In fact, with the a good fishing lure you have a good chance of landing a big catch.

A fishing lure basically simulates the actions and colors of live bait to encourage the fish to attack. Lures will have one, two, or perhaps three hooks that will catch the fish when it bites.

Fishing lures are most commonly used with fishing poles. They are cast out by the fisherman and recreate the movements of the prey as they are reeled back in. With some knowledge, the fisherman can also use the reel to help make the fishing lure's movements look more genuine to fish.

There are a number of different varieties of fishing lures for different types of fish, fishing and environments. Here are a few of the most common options:

Spoon lures - To the human eye these just look like the top of a spoon. However, as they move underwater these fishing lures reflect glints of light that copies the sun reflecting off a fish's skin.

Artificial flies - These lures are utilized in in fly fishing. The lure resembles a winged insect that the fisherman makes hop across the top of the water.

Plugs - These fishing lures are in the shape of small fish and move accordingly as they pass in the water.

Soft lures - These are a basic form of fishing lure, made from plastic or rubber to look like worms, lizards and other kinds of water dwellers.

Fishing lures have many advantages over real bait. As mentioned, they are readily at hand whenever you decide to go fishing. Also, they cost less as they can be used again and again, whereas live bait has an extremely limited lifespan. What is more, by utilizing fishing lures you are helping to make fishing more sustainable. For one thing, you will help boost the fish population by not adding to the harvesting of live bait. In addition, it is well known that lures cause less damage to fish during 'catch and release' fishing, again helping to maintain fish populations.

Fishing lures can be bought in any fishing equipment shop, on the internet or you can easily make your own. Effective lures can be made from many household objects, including metal, plastic, string, tinsel, wire or wood. If it shines and looks like bait it may be all you need to land you your next big catch.