Several popular baits on the market are briefly introduced
1.Crankbaits: Crankbaits are a popular form of fishing lure for their versatility, allowing for both deep and shallow fishing based on how the fisherman sets the retrieve. Crankbaits feature "bill" that create an intense wobbling motion on the retrieve and its loud rattles that attract fish from a wide area. Crankbaits are typically used when targeting species such as bass, walleye, pike and musky.
2.Spinnerbaits: Spinnerbaits are one of the most versatile fishing lures and work perfectly when targeting both top and bottom-feeding fish. These lures are very effective when you are retrieving them near the surface and just below it. The spinning blades that this lure possesses allows it to spin while you retrieve it and it gives off a vibration in the water that attracts fish. Spinnerbaits are among the most popular lures for anglers targeting bass, walleye and northern pike.
3.Jigs: Jigs are one of the most popular and versatile lures for freshwater anglers. They vary in shape and size and can be used to fish almost any depth of water. They are specifically designed for bottom bouncing, but effective when retrieved along the top of the water column right down to the bottom. Jigs are known to attract many species of fish including bass, walleye, perch and crappie. Across the world jigs are one of the most popular lures to have in your tackle box.
4.Soft Plastics: Soft plastic lures are among the most popular and effective lures on the market. Soft plastics not only look realistic and vary in colour and style, but also feature life-like shapes that move with the current. This movement in the water allows the lure to create both an enticing sound and vibration, attracting fish from a wide area. Soft plastics are widely used for targeting bass, snapper and flathead.
5.Streamer Flies: Streamer flies are a great lure to use for both freshwater and saltwater anglers. They’re designed to imitate baitfish and can be used when targeting many species of fish. Streamer flies come in a variety of different colours and sizes, making them a versatile lure that’s effective in many different conditions. Smallmouth bass, pike, walleye and musky are just some of the species that can be targeted with streamer flies.
