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Stinger Hooks & Hook Selection for Trout
How to use a stinger hook for trout and choose the right hook type, from slow death to octopus to ring eye, with Catch America guide Cal Kellogg.
Learn moreEssential Fishing Knots for Trolling
The best fishing knots for trolling, covering the Palomar knot and the surgeon's loop for terminal connections and leaders from Catch America Pro Staff.
Learn moreTrout Trolling Rod Rigging 101 (Bobber Stops & Leaders)
How to rig a trout trolling rod, covering beads, bead chain swivels, leaders, and bobber stops to tune bait action from Catch America guide Cal Kellogg.
Learn moreMust-Know Trout Trolling Rigs & Setups
The best trout trolling rigs, covering spoon, fly, and worm setups with action discs and attractors from Catch America guide Cal Kellogg.
Learn moreBest Trout Trolling Rod & Reel Setup
The best rod and reel for trout trolling, covering fiberglass rods, line counter reels, and a hybrid leadcore setup from Catch America guide Cal Kellogg.
Learn moreBest Scents & Bait Additives for Trout
A guide's breakdown of the best scent for trout fishing, from sweet corn and garlic gels to Power Powder on PowerBait.
Learn moreScotty vs Cannon: Best Downrigger for Trolling
Scotty vs Cannon downrigger comparison from Catch America guides Jeff Goodwin and Brett Brady on reliability, braid, and features.
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