What fishing line is best for me? I have 2 fishing rods/reels (both are spinning) and I am looking to upgrade from mono on both, but am not sure what the best thing to do would be. I like the invisibility of Fluorocarbon line but have heard mixed reports of it not working great on spinning gear. Braid is extremely strong but spooks fish if not used on fast moving bait. So here is hat I have: The first is an ultralight that I currently have 2lb mono on and was thinking of switching to 4-6lb Fluorocarbon but am worried about the line unspooling. Would a small diameter braid, like power-pro 8/1, be a better option or will the fish still see it regardless of the line diameter. The second is a medium setup that I have 2 spools for and currently only have 8lb mono on one and don't use the other. I was thinking of going for the power pro 30/8 as I mainly use that for larger fish like northern, bass, and catfish. But I run into the same problem of the visibility as I will be fishing the crystal clear lakes in the boundary waters this fall. I know a leader is an option but just sounds like more work and cost. Is the braid line really that bad visually? Should I just stick to mono? Would Fluorocarbon be best? Just suck it up and use a flouro leader for the braid? Thanks in advance!
Just get braid and put a flourocarbon leader on it. It is not that much work and eventually become just like tieing on a lure. You will get used to it.
At a length of 43 miles and a depth of more than 1,000 feet, Lake Pend Oreille, which lies next to the entire stretch of the byway, is northern Idahos biggest lake and is often described as a "fishing paradise." This behemoth claims 100 miles of Idaho shoreline and is home to one of the most diverse groups of fish in the state. One species youll see is the rainbow trout. Native only to lakes and rivers of North America, rainbow trout are identified by their colorful patterns, usually with pink stripes on their sides and a white underbelly. A cousin of the salmon, they are usually about 20 to 30 inches long and weigh about 8 pounds. The state record rainbow trout weighed an incredible 57 pounds. Think you can beat it? Cast a hook and wait for the fish to come biting!
While at Clark Fork River, try catching a brown trout, distinguished by large black or red-orange spots on its sides. This yummy catch can be most easily caught in the twilight hours and early morning and usually weighs about 8 to 10 pounds. Not a fan of trout? Reel in a smallmouth bass, also found in the Clark Fork River. Although location and age affect the look of a smallmouth bass, most are brown with green stripes. Ranging from 2 to 4 pounds, smallmouth bass make a great dinner catch. Bring your lucky lure and youll reel in a meal soon enough!
Keep fishing Lake Pend Oreille and you could catch a tasty crappie. Dont let the name fool youcrappies are prized by sport anglers for their delicious taste. Both the black and white crappies usually weigh about one-half to one pound and have distinct coloring. Identify a black crappie by its black splotches or a male white crappie by the dark coloring around its throat. Dont worry about which bait to usecrappies arent picky eaters. Sit back, cast a line, and reel in tonights dinner!
Whatever fish you fancy, youll find something to suit your tastes on the Pend Oreille Scenic Byway. Come claim a lucky catch among the idyllic lakes and rivers of northern Idaho, and have the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Pack up the carthe fish are waiting!
For more adventures, jump back on the Pend Oreille Scenic Byway and head a few miles south toward Clark Fork and the Clark Fork River. One of the most popular fly-fishing destinations in the country, Clark Fork River is a great place to catch a cutthroat trout, named for the red markings along its lower jaw. This good table fish, weighing between 4.4 and 8.8 pounds, is a great catch. Get ready to cast your line! Cutthroats are best caught with flies, baits and lures, so bring all your gear and youre sure to catch one.
When you think of beaches, you probably dont immediately think of Idaho. A ride on the Pend Oreille Scenic Byway, however, will surely change that. Located in the northern tip of Idaho, this byway introduces you to miles of open shoreline, surrounding a vast lake filled with schools of fish. Bright green surrounds the beaches, throwing shadows in all the right placesthe perfect setting for a day of fishing.
Enjoying your time on Lake Pend Oreille? Stay a little longer and you may catch an olive-green and gold-speckled walleye. The eyes of a walleye are very light-sensitive, so they wont come near the surface much during the day. Try fishing for them during dawn and dusk, nighttime, or cloudy weather. Stock up on bait- walleyes are drawn to minnows, nightcrawlers, leeches, jigs, spinners, and plugs, especially minnow plugs. Get ready for a battle- walleyes are strong and determined fighters that like to stay deep. Having a tough time? Try different trolling speeds. Walleyes can be unpredictable, but dont get discouraged. With a little patience and practice, youll be reeling them in like a pro.
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