We get plenty of questions about our lures and we want to ensure you’re selecting the best options. Here are some friendly tips and frequently asked questions
What's the best type of Loony Spoon for selected species?
Winter Chinook: Feeding on sand-lance, needlefish, and other small baits. Loony #3 is ideal.
Fall Coho: Not feeding, prefer faster presentations. Loony #3 and #3.5 are great.
Summer Run Chinook: Prefer slower moving baits than Coho. #3, #3.5, and #4.
Staging Chinook: Not feeding, prefer large, slow presentations. Try a #4 Loony.
Trout and Kokanee: Will hit lures up to 3” in length. #2 and #3 Loonies are ideal.
Large Trout: Feeding on larger baitfish like shad, smelt, and kokanee. Try #3, #3.5, and even #4 Loonies for trophy trout.
How do I choose the size of lure?
Match the lure size with the bait in your area:
Sandlice/needlefish - #3 Loony
Small herring/anchovy - #3 and #3.5 Loony
Mature herring/anchovy - #3.5 and #4.0 Loony
What is the best color to use?
Some colors work in any condition:
Herring Aid, Green Hornet, Cop Car, Night Magic and Supermelon
Brighter lures for brighter days and clear water.
Lemon Lime, Dorado, Pearlbread, Purple Dawn and Watermelon
Darker lures for darker days and stained water.
Night Magic, Herring Aid, Green Hornet and Cop Car
Glow and silver for fishing depths greater than 100 feet.
All Loony Spoons
What speed should I troll at?
Trolling speed is generally a function of the lure design. Troll your Loony Spoons at 2.5 to 3.0 mph before they start to dance.
When using downriggers, the correct speed is generally determined by the angle of your downrigger cable. One rule of thumb is to keep the cable at 45 degrees. Perhaps a little less for more lethargic fish like staging chinook and a little more for aggressive fish like winter chinook or fall coho.
Do I need flashers with the Loony Spoon?
Most salmon spoons need flashers to get the right action. Loony Spoons have awesome action on their own, so they work well with or without flashers.
We recommend you try them without flashers. You'll likely land more fish, catch bigger fish and the fight is awesome!
How much leader should I use with a flasher?
There is no magic leader length when using flashers. If you choose to use flashers, here are some guidelines: