LURE
101.
An illustrated beginner's guide to lure fishing
From a rod's power and action, to the difference between spinning and baitcasting reels, to the depth, retrieve and best uses of more than twenty lures. Diagrams and animations that explain lure fishing basics all in one place.
- 00BasicsBasicsWhat lure fishing is, how a setup fits together, your first outfit, safety and regulations.→
- 01RodsRodsPower and action, length, casting vs. spinning, materials and reading model codes.→
- 02ReelsReelsHow spinning reels and baitcasters work, brake systems, gear ratio, drag and model codes.→
- 03LineLineBraid, mono and fluorocarbon compared, go-size to pound-test conversion, leaders and essential knots.→
- 04LuresLures22 hard baits, topwaters, metal lures and soft-plastic rigs: design, depth, retrieve and when to use them.→
- 05TechniquesTechniquesCasting styles and 12 animated retrieves, plus tips on setting the hook and fighting fish.→
- 06Species & ConditionsSpeciesHabits, seasons and tackle for common freshwater game fish in China, and how water clarity, weather and structure matter.→
- 07Lure FinderFinderFilter lures by depth, cover, water clarity and fish mood.→
- 08SaltwaterSaltwaterA quick intro to saltwater lure fishing: sea bass, shore casting, boat jigging and egi squid jigs.→
- —GlossaryGlossaryCommon lure fishing terms in Chinese, English and Japanese.→
DEMOMinnow · Jerk & PauseJerk · jerk · pause
How to Use This Guide
- Total beginner: start with 00 Basics to learn what a setup consists of and how to put together your first one.
- Choosing gear: read 01 Rods, 02 Reels and 03 Line, with interactive rod-bend and casting simulators.
- Learning lures: every lure in 04 Lures has a swimming animation, retrieve steps and recommended tackle.
- At the water: use the 07 Lure Finder to filter by depth, cover and fish mood.