Fishing Hole Report

There are numerous choices for salt water fishing lures, probably more than there are for fresh water fishing. One thing to keep in mind with relation to salt water fishing lures is that typically the species will be larger than fresh water fish, especially if you are going trophy fish such as sailfish or marlin. With that in mind you’ll find that the lures will be larger and constructed with heavier materials and hardware.

Listed below are several typical salt water fishing lures that can be used for a variety of species. Remember that each species and even within species there are preferred lures based on the seasonal feeding habits, water conditions and overall weather conditions on the day that you’re fishing. Light and time of day will also have an impact on the type of salt water fishing lures that will be most effective.

Jigs - just like with fresh water, jigs for salt water species come in all sizes, shapes and colors. Most jigs for salt water are meant to be fished close to the bottom so will be heavier weighted to resist excessive drift in currents and tides.

Plugs - salt water fishing lures that known as plugs are key in any tackle box. They can be dark colored or even black for a closer simulation of the bait fish in the area. Generally plugs are moved erratically through the water to resemble an injured baitfish moving up and down through the water. You get this action by shifting from side to side which is an effective technique for getting larger fish to strike aggressively.

Spoons - these salt water fishing lures are made from a highly reflective metal. They are designed to look like a rapidly moving baitfish and to both reflect light and move through the water exactly as a rapidly swimming baitfish would appear.

Plastic lures - these can be virtually colored and may be double or triple treble hooked. They may be all one piece or may be jointed depending on the length of the lure and the action desired. The plastic lures may be very realistic in appearance, designed to look like baitfish found along coastal areas. They are often used for fishing along bays and coastal inlets especially when baitfish are running.

As with freshwater lures, salt water fishing lures can also be topwater lures designed to skip along the waters surface to bring the fish up to the top. These lures are best used in calmer waters close to land and can be ideal for both boat fishing and fishing from land.

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