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Baits, Lures & Flies Reviews & Buying Guides

Discover expert reviews and buying guides for fishing baits, lures, and flies at Field & Stream. Our team tests a wide range of tackle across freshwater and saltwater environments to evaluate performance, durability, and effectiveness. Whether you’re targeting bass, trout, or saltwater species, find detailed comparisons and expert recommendations to help you choose the right bait for every fishing condition.

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Baits, Lures, and Flies

Best Winter Bass Lures: Great Baits for Late-Season

By Don Wirth— June 13, 2024

Sure, the water’s cold, but these bass fishing pros know the best winter bass lures that keep the bites hot.

Brown trout caught on fly fishing lure held by angler near water

Baits, Lures, and Flies

Mouse Traps: Trigger Explosive Strikes, Catch Trophy Trout

By Joe Cermele and Kirk Deeter— June 13, 2024

If you think all trout are meek and timid, you haven’t been throwing enough mouse flies

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Baits, Lures, and Flies

How to Fish for Bass Using the Tokyo Rig

By Dave Hurteau— June 13, 2024

This Japanese-inspired rig is remarkably effective and versatile

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