The 10 Best Fishing Spoons

Maybe the success of the Sougayilang Baits (about $12) is due to the realistic diving action their S-shaped design generates, or it could be the subtle sound produced by their textured surface. Either way, you know they’re going to attract fish, and that’s all that really matters.

It’s not difficult to ascertain why the Dardevle Original (appx. $10) has become one of the most well-known models out there — it simply catches a lot of fish. There’s something about that classic, red-and-white pattern and the attractive wiggling motion it employs under the surface.

A solid eight inches in length, the Nichols Parker (about $20) gives you the opportunity to entice some trophy-sized fish by grabbing their attention as it flutters through the water. It requires some strength to cast, but that’s what you get with a heavy-duty option like this.

Trout, catfish, salmon and bass — none of them will be able to ignore the pronounced back-and-forth lurching motion of the Acme KO Wobbler (around $13). This one is well-balanced, with just enough heft for making long, ambitious casts into the wind.

Relatively small in size, the South Bend Kastaway (appx. $5) should come through in netting you a ton of pan fish -- if you’re able to find their hotspot. The unmistakable wobbling action they generate is tough to overlook, even for perch and crappie in murky waters.

If the bass are hungry, they’ll be drawn to the Nichols Flutter (appx. $6), which produces a distinctive action as you reel it in. It’s made with high-quality swivels and split rings, so you can take solace in knowing that if you lose the big one, it likely won’t be the lure’s fault.

The South Bend Super (appx. $6) comes with lures of varyng weights, which will allow you to customize your approach to the type of water you’re fishing and the weather conditions. They’re great for bluegill and crappie, but suitable for larger species, like walleye, too.

You’ll be able to attack those sneaky pike and pesky perch nestled deep in the cabbage when you’re rigged up with the Aqua Dream WSOG (about $9). As long as you’re careful not to snap your line and lose the lure, this option should hold up for plenty of bountiful outings.

For some models, attaching a twister tail to the hook can negatively affect the action of the lure. With the Sougayilang Tackle (about $12), however, the motion is, arguably, enhanced, which is a nice touch for anglers who enjoy using that approach.

Even without the colorful bucktail on its end, the Goture Long (around $11) will catch you some fish, but with that vibrant attachment, they can be downright dangerous. They’re available in eight sizes, though they may eventually rust if used extensively.