Spoons

Simple metal lures shaped like the concave bowl of a spoon that wobble, flash, and dart when retrieved, mimicking an injured baitfish. Arguably the oldest artificial lure design, with sub-types including casting, jigging, trolling, flutter, and weedless spoons.

Techniques

Cast and retrieve
Vertical jigging
Trolling
Flutter/deadstick
Weedless retrieve

Target species

Bass
Walleye
Trout
Salmon
Pike
Musky
Striped Bass
Panfish

Best conditions

Jigging spoons for deep water (15-40+ ft) in summer and winter. Casting spoons year-round in open water and rivers. Flutter spoons over deep offshore structure. Weedless spoons over thick vegetation.

Skill level

Beginner to Intermediate

26 spoons