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Understanding Trout
In Australia we have access to mainly Rainbow and Brown Trout, and are quite widespread, however the lesser-known Brook Trout can also be found in certain locations.
With Rainbow Trout known to grow up to a massive 110cm and 40lb in some parts of the world, here in Australia anything between 6-10 pounds would be considered a genuine trophy, however a majority of fish caught would average 1-5 pounds depending on location. No matter the size though, they are an acrobatic fish full of energy that love pulling line while zipping around their pool when hooked, or trying to take you down rapids to get away making them an exhilarating capture for any angler.
Targeting Trout
Catching Trout can be approached in a few ways. Many enjoy drifting a bait downstream under a float, like an earth worm or cricket, whilst other like to target Trout using a lure or fly.
Lure fishing is recommended with a light, soft tip rod of around 1-4kg matched with a 1000-2500 size reel and spooled with line of about 6lb. Small lures like the Daiwa Presso Minnow and Double Clutch, Rapala Floating and Countdown Elite's, Lil Rippers from Oar-Gee, Celta Spinners and Tassie Devils amongst others are great options when targeting Trout.
When fly fishing for Trout, the world is your oyster. There are literally hundreds of flies to choose from, and the old ‘match the hatch’ definitely comes into play. Depending on what time of season it is will often dictate what style of fly you choose from. Summertime is a great time of year to use dry flies that float on top of the water and terrestrial insects like hopper patterns, while wet flies or streamer patterns and nymphs are great all season round options when targeting Trout on fly. Depending on location and size of fish, a 3-6 weight fly rod is ideal for Trout, paired up with a floating fly line, and tapered leader of about 6lb.
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