Trolling

Back trolling puts your lures or bait in front of moving steelhead and keeps them working in the strike zone. You point the bow upstream. You slow the boat below river speed. You guide each pass down a lane with purpose. This guide shows you how to r …

Plugging lets you place a lure in front of traveling steelhead and keep it there. You control speed, angle, and coverage. You read the rod tips, tune the plugs, and work each seam with intent. This article explains the full system with simple steps a …

In the world of walleye fishing, trolling speed isn’t just a number—it’s a strategy. While trolling speeds can vary wildly depending on location, water temperature, and seasonal activity, success often boils down to mastering three …

Targeting walleye in deep water can feel like finding a needle in a haystack, especially during the late summer months. While spring and early summer offer more predictable patterns with fish staging on shallow reefs, rock piles, and bays, the warm-w …

Trolling rods are designed to handle the unique demands of trolling, offering the strength and proper action needed for dragging lures or bait through the water at varying depths and keeping fish hooked under a lot of pressure. Whether you’re t …

Trolling for steelhead is a highly effective method for covering large areas of water and targeting these elusive fish, particularly in large rivers and the Great Lakes. Steelhead are known for their strong fighting abilities and can be found in vari …

Greasers, Mud Chickens, and my favorite expression, “Slimy Dinosaurs,” are just a few of the names we’ve lovingly derived from where they live and what is left in our boats after a few of these delightful monsters make their way to …

When it comes to trolling, there’s no room for compromise—your gear needs to be tough, responsive, and built for the long haul. That’s exactly why we created the FishUSA Flagship Trolling Rod Series. Designed from the ground up …

Many trolling anglers overlook the power of a Double Diver Set (D.D.S.) on each side of the boat. Whether due to intimidation, prior frustration, or a lack of experience, the idea of running a 4-diver spread often seems complicated. But if you’ …