Spinners

The spinner is one of the most classic lures available and has caught fish for generations. It is a lure that works just as well in small streams as in larger rivers and lakes. From cautious brook trout to aggressive perch and large salmon - the spinner has a width that few other lures match.

The design is simple but effective. When the spinner moves through the water, the spoon rotates and creates both vibrations and reflexes that the fish react to. This makes the spinner a lure that works when the fish is actively hunting, but also when you want to cover a lot of water and find fish. In this category, there are spinners in different sizes, weights and designs, adapted for everything from light fishing in small waters to heavier fishing in flowing rivers.

A lure that works for many species

The spinner is a lure that is used for a wide range of fish species. Perch, trout, salmon, pike and several other species take spinners regularly. What determines which spinner is best is mainly size, weight and how the bait will be fished.

Smaller spinners are often used in streams and smaller waters where the fish are shy and the bait needs to be presented discreetly. Larger and heavier spinners are used when you want more vibrations, longer casts and better control in flowing water.

How the spinner works in the water

When you crank the spinner, the spoon begins to rotate around the body. The rotations create pressure waves and light reflections that the fish perceive at a long distance. It is this movement that makes the spinner so effective as a search bait.

It is important that the spoon rotates as it should. If it does not, the gait is directly affected and the bait loses its effect. Sometimes it is enough to start the retrieve a little faster to get the rotation going.

Depth and pace

Spinners are mainly fished in open water. The depth is controlled by the weight of the bait, how fast you crank and the angle of the rod. If you want to fish deeper, you can let the spinner sink before retrieving and lower the pace a little.

By varying how long you let the spinner sink, you can cover large parts of the water column. When you get a bite, it is often a good idea to continue fishing on same depth and with similar tempo.

Spinners for different types of fishing

When fishing for perch, smaller to medium-sized spinners are often used that are easy to cast and give just the right amount of vibration. For sea trout and other stream-dwelling fish, slightly heavier spinners are often used that hold the depth better in the current.

When fishing for salmon, larger spinners with a heavier body are used. They sink stably even in strong currents and create clear vibrations that can trigger bites even when the fish is not actively feeding.

Playing and line twist

Because the spinner rotates, there is a risk of the line twisting. That is why playing is often used between the line and bait. A good playing reduces line twist and makes fishing more pleasant, especially on longer sessions.

Things to consider when choosing a spinner

• Adjust the size according to the fish species and water
• Heavier spinners fish deeper and cast further
• Smaller spinners are good in small and clear waters
• Make sure the spoon rotates correctly
• Use playfully to reduce line twist

The spinner is a lure that never goes out of style. It works from small forest streams to large rivers and is just as effective on perch as on salmon. A simple bait, but with a very wide range of uses.