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We are slowly phasing out the use of red hooks on all our spinnerbaits. This is a process that will take some time as some patterns sell faster than others.. We have switched back to using a nickel plated hook (Mustad Ultra Point) as we find the red finish is not worth the extra expense. From experience we find that red hooks on spinnerbaits are too well hidden in the skirt and we would rather put the money somewhere more important.  If anything a nice bright nickel hook will give extra flash and a target to aim for. This has already taken effect, any orders placed will come with either a nickel hook or red hook or combination of both. Thank you for your co-operation.

How to care for your spinnerbaits: With so many spinnerbait boxes, bags and ways to store your spinnerbaits which is the best? There seems to be a growing popularity for soft tackle bags. I own several of them myself… for soft plastics. But would never put a spinnerbait in them. In order to get the most out your spinnerbaits I would recommend the Plano 3503 or 3543. Flambeau is good too. They might be bulky but there is no better way to hang dry your spinnerbaits.  Now days there are more and more steel blades on the market due to extremely high prices of brass, so it’s important to keep them dry after each use.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A good little tip to keep them extra dry is to through in a couple of those silica gel pads you get in a new coat or pair of shoes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

When storing your spinnerbaits over the winter it’s a good idea to remove any soft plastic trailers as the oils can break down the rubber band that holds the skirt together. (not a problem on the Northamfishing brand as they have rust proof wire tied skirts)

 

 

“R” bend wire forms VS. closed wire forms:

 

I have a few years experience with "R" bends and closed or twisted wire forms. I have used them both and I have caught fish on both. From my understanding the "R" bends are designed for direct tie. Where the closed form is better suited for using a snap swivel or leader. I really think it comes down to preference and application. Northamfishing offers both styles of wire. There are a couple different pros and cons to both forms. The "R" bend with a direct tied knot will most likely run truer a majority of the time where a leader used on a twisted form may give the spinnerbait a little too much freedom and alloy it to tilt to the side. I also find that the "R" bends will bend more or "straighten" out more on a hook set. The "closed" wire forms I find don't open up as much and hold together better. I guess this why they make most larger pike and musky spinnerbaits with all closed forms (to my knowledge anyways) Vibration may differ slightly from these two forms, but I honestly think the blades are responsible for most of the noise and vibration a spinnerbait puts out. I believe that the motion of the blades displacing water is what fish sense on their lateral line. Now if you believe that the "R" bend puts out more vibration that's great, use it in application where fish rely on there sense on lateral line primarily to feed such as stained water. If you like using the closed wire form you may want to use it more in situations where fish might rely on there sense of vision primarily to feed, such as clear water. I really think blades are what makes a spinnerbait. If it's vibration you really  want, Colorado blades are the way to go. If it's flash your going for, then twin willow blades are great. –Frank Laurin

“I really think it comes down to preference and application. Northamfishing offers both styles of wire.”

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