# Lure Ledger

> Freshwater fishing gear guides for anglers of every level


## Posts

- [How to Catch Panfish: Bluegill, Crappie and Perch for Beginners](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/how-to-catch-panfish/): A beginner guide to catching panfish like bluegill, crappie and perch, including where to find them, gear, live bait, small lures, seasonal patterns and handling tips.
- [Fishing Pliers and Tools: What Every Angler Should Carry](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/fishing-pliers-and-tools/): A guide to fishing pliers and essential tools, including pliers features, line cutters, hook removers, lip grips, landing nets, measuring tools, knives and how to care for them.
- [Live Bait Basics: Worms, Minnows, Crickets and How to Use Them](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/live-bait-basics/): A beginner guide to live bait fishing, including worms, minnows, crickets and leeches, how to hook them, bobber and bottom rigs, keeping bait alive and local regulations.
- [Soft Plastic Rigs Guide: Texas, Carolina, Wacky, Ned and Drop Shot](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/soft-plastic-rigs-guide/): How to rig soft plastics for bass and other species, including Texas rigs, Carolina rigs, wacky rigs, Ned rigs and drop-shot rigs, with hooks, weights and when to use each.
- [How to Choose a Fishing Rod: Length, Power, Action and Materials](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/how-to-choose-a-fishing-rod/): A guide to choosing a fishing rod, including rod length, power and action, materials, guides, handles, spinning versus casting rods and matching a rod to species and technique.
- [Baitcasting vs. Spinning: Which Setup Is Right for You?](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/baitcasting-vs-spinning/): Compare baitcasting and spinning setups, including ease of use, casting accuracy, lure weights, line types, backlash, power and which setup to choose for bass and general fishing.
- [Monofilament vs. Fluorocarbon vs. Braid: Choosing the Right Fishing Line](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/monofilament-vs-fluorocarbon-vs-braid/): Compare monofilament, fluorocarbon and braided fishing line, including stretch, visibility, sensitivity, abrasion resistance, buoyancy, knots, leaders and which line suits which technique.
- [Beginner Tackle Box: What to Pack for Your First Fishing Trips](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/beginner-tackle-box/): A beginner tackle box checklist for freshwater fishing, including hooks, sinkers, bobbers, swivels, soft plastics, lures, tools and how to organize your tackle.
- [Fishing License Guide: How to Get a License in Your State](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/fishing-license-guide/): How fishing licenses work in the United States, including who needs one, resident and nonresident licenses, where to buy, free fishing days, stamps and how to find your state's official regulations.
- [How to Tie a Palomar Knot (and When to Use It)](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/how-to-tie-a-palomar-knot/): Step-by-step instructions for tying the Palomar knot, plus tips for braid and fluorocarbon, common mistakes, how to test knots and alternatives like the improved clinch and uni knot.
- [Spinning Reel Buying Guide: Sizes, Gear Ratios, Drag and Features](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/spinning-reel-buying-guide/): How to choose a spinning reel, including reel sizes, gear ratio, drag systems, bearings, materials, spool design, line capacity, matching a rod and caring for your reel.
- [Best Bass Lures by Season: What to Throw in Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/best-bass-lures-by-season/): A season-by-season guide to bass lures, including jerkbaits, spinnerbaits, topwater, soft plastics, crankbaits and jigs, with tips on matching lures to water temperature and conditions.

## Pages

- [Blog](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/blog/)
- [Home](https://floralwhite-chough-509091.hostingersite.com/home/): Clear guides to rods, reels, lures, line and knots for freshwater anglers, from first trips to weekend bass outings.
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