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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Max's Spinning Rings best for?

Max's Spinning Rings are a wedding-ring style spinner built for slow-troll kokanee and rainbow trout. A loose-bead spinning mechanism creates faster, more erratic bead action than a standard ringed rig, and the double hook improves hookups on short-striking fish that tap the tail without fully committing.

How do I fish Max's Spinning Rings?

Troll them slowly, the speed kokanee want, behind a dodger for added flash. The loose bead spins and darts to draw fish in, and the spinner runs true from the start of the pass to the end. The double-hook setup catches the tail-tappers that a single hook misses.

What colors do Max's Spinning Rings come in?

They come in 17 patterns spanning the tiger-stripe and pearl-tone series, including Chartreuse Tiger, Orange Pearl, MAD Orange, Rasta Tiger, and Classic Red. Bright tiger stripes stand out in stained or deep water, while pearl tones read natural in clear conditions. Rotate colors until the fish commit.

Why a double hook on Max's Spinning Rings?

The double-hook configuration improves hookup ratios on short-striking kokanee and rainbow trout. These fish often tap the tail of a spinner without eating the whole bait, and a second hook catches those tail-strikers that slip off a single hook. It is a small change that lands more of the fish that bite.

What do I run in front of Max's Spinning Rings?

Run the Trolling Dodger 6 inch ahead of Max's Spinning Rings. The dodger sweeps and flashes to pull kokanee in, then the spinning ring finishes with blade action and a double hook. Keep the troll slow so the dodger swings correctly and the spinner tracks true behind it.

Are Max's Spinning Rings good for kokanee?

Yes. They are designed for slow-troll kokanee speeds and run true through the whole pass, holding their action instead of fading. The erratic loose-bead spin plus the double hook make them a strong kokanee producer, and the 17 color range covers changing light and depth across the season.