Casting, Trolling, and Weedless Spoons
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Willy 250 & 350 Series
Casting
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Dead Eye Willy
Trolling
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Shotgun Willy
Trolling
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Milwaukee Minnow Cast/Troll
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Standard Spoons
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Silver Leaf Trolling
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Weedless Spoons
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Willow Eye
Spoons
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Fishing
Catalog
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Chubby Crankbaits
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Topwater Torpedos
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Shad Fishing Lures
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Bullnose Baits
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Minnow Fishing Plugs
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Big Game Diver
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Popper Plugs
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Thin Fish
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Slick Willy Diver
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In-Line Spinners
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Spinner Baits
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Buzz Baits
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Snelled Bait Leaders
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Misc
Casting Spoon Case
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New Zealand Hex Wobbler
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Lorie Kay Live Bait Creations
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Choosing Your Fishing Lures: How does anyone go about finding the right tackle they need to maximize
their experience at their favorite lake or river? Spoon style lures have worked well in the past for
salmon fishing, along with lake trout, muskie, and pike. Spinner style baits have shown dominance in the
bass fishing, crappie fishing, and perch fishing arena. Over time, many people have speculated which
colors, shapes, and sizes work best for any given species of fish. However, only one aspect has remained
the same over the years and that is - "What was effective this season, may not work the next". The
same notion is applied when traveling to different bodies of water. When you consider weather patterns,
lunar tables, time of season, or simply the species of fish, you'll find that everything
changes, and fishing lures are no exception. Color combinations such as Chartreuse and White, or Firetiger
have been seen in countless tackle products, but there has been little credible science to prove
the validity of these 'proven' colors. However, at Willy Lures, we can offer you the most common color
combinations, multiple designs with unique actions, and on-line videos that compliment each premium
fishing lure to enhance your next fishing experience.
Trolling or Casting Spoons: The difference between a trolling spoon and its casting counter
part, is nothing more than weight. A casting spoon is generally heavier than the trolling version,
allowing you to cast the spoon from boat or from shore - Hence the name 'Casting Spoon'. The trolling version is
usually too light, and would not obtain a reasonable distance when trying to cast. For these spoons, attach the lure to your line, drop it in the water from your boat, and then utilize
a trolling motor to reach the desired speed for various degrees of action. Your speed will be determined by the size of fishing lure you're
using, and the type of fish you're trying to catch. Light weight lures tend to raise to the top of the water when moving to fast, while
heavier lures could sink too far if you're moving too slow. Using split shots or bottom bouncers can help
you fine tune your trolling depth, and get your tackle in the strike zone.
Color and Shape: Since we cannot prove that any single color is more effective
than another, it's best to carefully consider your options when choosing your fishing lures. Select finishes
varying in degrees of visual intensity, and contemplate multiple color variations. Choosing the same
color for every lure may have had success in the past, but could lead to a very poor fishing day in the future.
Using glow-in-the-dark fishing lures will help your bait get noticed while fishing in deep waters. One
rule of thumb is 'Bright Colors on Bright Days'. However, guidelines like these can't always be followed,
and should be taken with a grain of salt. Over time you'll develop your own set of color choices based
on the area that you fish in.
The shape of your lure will determine the specific action it displays under water. In essence, the
action will assist in capturing the attention of your prey while the scent from your chosen bait 'seals
the deal'. Each fishing lure has it's own style of action and
though we can't be certain which action is best, it's recommended that you choose multiple designs
to increase your odds, and be ready to change your lure a few times during the day. We also suggest
that you choose fishing lures similar to the fish your selected species is feeding from... depending
on time of year and the environment.
