what is the best way to catch brook trout in a river?
The Rooster Tail Technique – Although various spinners are effective for catching trout my favorite has always been the Rooster Tail. As far as sizes go, you’re going to want to have a variety available. Having a couple of rooster tails in sizes ranging from 3/16 to 1/2 ounce is always a good idea. I’ve always had more success with darker colors such as black, brown, and green. The key is to have a few choices available so that you can experiment to find the most effective. Attach your rooster tail to your line using a piece of line attached to a small barrel swivel. 12 to 18 inches will normally suffice. I like to cast roster tails into pools and deep water runs where it looks like there are good ambush areas such as boulders or fallen trees. It’s always a good idea to vary the speed of your retrieve and even ‘snap’ your rod tip as you reel in. Many times this will trigger a strike.
