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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nate's Jr. Optimizer Kit?

Capt. Big Nate hand-picked this Junior Optimizer selection from the colors that consistently produce for him. It brings five Junior Optimizer spoons: 24k Gold, Red and Pearl, Copper with Green Tips, Glow Blue, and Little Red, plus a Chrome Killer UV Gel to scent them.

How do you fish the Junior Optimizer?

The Junior Optimizer is a versatile fast-troll spoon. Run it solo on a fast troll or on lead core, not behind a dodger, so it holds its wobble-and-flash. Add Chrome Killer UV Gel for scent. It covers the range of conditions across California and Western trout fisheries.

What colors are in the kit?

Five hand-picked Junior Optimizer colors: 24k Gold, Red and Pearl, Copper with Green Tips, Glow Blue, and Little Red. The spread runs from bright metallics to glow and darker contrast, covering the conditions Nate meets so you can stop guessing on color.

What does the Chrome Killer UV Gel do?

Chrome Killer UV Gel is Nate's scent and UV attractant. Brush it onto your Junior Optimizer to add a glow trigger and scent trail that helps trout key in, especially in low light or when the bite gets tough. One bottle comes in the kit.

How do I add more Junior Optimizer colors?

Pick up single Junior Optimizer 2.25-inch spoons to widen the five colors in Nate's kit. Extra Junior Optimizers let you run a deeper fast-troll spread and match whatever California or Western trout want on a given day, from bright metallics to glow.