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I had the good fortune of spending this past year fishing Len Thompson’s Dimpled Series for a variety of freshwater and saltwater fish species. After catching and releasing over 300 fish with the lure, I’m convinced it performed well above anyone’s expectations.
The Dimpled Series hooked into more than 30 salmon and lake trout over 20 pounds without issue. The Eagle Claw hooks withstood the pressure of fighting these large fish from as deep as 120 feet of water and over the course of the year, I never had to change a bent hook and rarely had to sharpen a hook.  I look forward to fishing this great lure again next season but can’t wait to jig it beneath the ice this winter to some unsuspecting fish. Wes David | Len Thompson Pro-Staff Do you have a Dimpled Series catch to share? E-mail us your photo!
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Spoons are generally used with a casting and retrieve routine or are trolled, but they are versatile enough to use as jigs for Smallmouth bass or Walleye. When retrieved quickly you can use them as a sub surface or surface bait. How do I choose the right spoon? Spoons come in all shapes, sizes and colors, but a good fundamental choice is a spoon of about 3 to 6 inches in length that target numerous species. The color to use varies with water clarity. In selecting certain Len Thompson spoon colors or choices in clear or slightly stained water my choice would be in the Original Series - Black & White or Yellow & Red, in the Platinum Series - Reverse Red and in the Dimpled Series - Brown Trout. In stained water or darker water I would use in our Platinum Series- Fire Tiger. In our Dimpled Series - Traffic Light and Sun Set.
The weight of the spoon determines the depth at which it runs. Heavier, thicker spoons sink faster and run deeper. They are also the best choice for trolling.
How does action vary by shape and weight? Fat, wide spoons have a lot of surface area and won't sink as quickly as a thinner spoon of the same weight. The rounder the spoon, the shallower it will run. A lighter brass spoon however can be fished a lot shallower when the fish are relating to shallow structure like rock piles and stumps in 4' or less. Why choose a spoon made of brass versus steel? Brass is heavier than steel. Heavy spoons cast like bullets and sink quicker. In wind or current, they are the order of the day. You can fish a heavier spoon more quickly without sacrificing depth. By Larry Davidson  There’s nothing as rewarding for most parents or guardians than spending a day in the boat or along the river’s edge fishing with their son or daughter or any youngster for that matter. These days getting a youngster away from a wide variety of personal electronics can be a challenge in itself but fishing may be the answer. Fishing is one of the most pleasurable, personal, and most rewarding outdoor activities anyone can do with their children. However, during the excitement of fishing the most important thing you can teach kids is how to be respectful, ethical, and safe on the water. DON'T FORGET THE LIFE JACKETS Kids need to know the importance of wearing a life jacket at all times when they’re in the boat or around the boat launch. Also, often overlooked is wearing a life jacket along a river’s edge. PRACTICE WHAT YOU PREACH Remember, if you preach it, you better practice it. Kids are like sponges and they see and do everything adults do. Kids must have respect for the water and the rules on the water and in the boat.
Fishing hooks are very sharp and penetrate anything they come into contact with. And fishing hooks are very unforgiving. Removing a hook from your flesh is painful but it can be done. However, a hook or a rod tip in the eye is a trip to the hospital and a high possibility of the individual losing their sight. Again, they can be very unforgiving but a simple pair of sunglasses acts as fashionable safety glasses while you enjoy a day of fishing.
Finding ways to keep kids involved and making their fishing experience fun will help the lessons they learn and the memories they make last a lifetime. And it won’t be long before the youngster you're fishing with today will be fishing with a youngster of their own. Wes David | Len Thompson Pro-Staff, Alberta
Fishing spoons are very effective at covering lots of holding water. Here are a few tips to successfully fishing steelhead with spoons (particularly Len Thompsons). TIP #4
Spoon sizes really make a difference in how they fish in current. Adjust the type of spoon to match your fishing area to get the proper wobble action. I commonly carry the same spoons and colour finishes along with different sizes to help me be prepared for all conditions. TIP #5 Make sure your lure is getting to the bottom to maximize your coverage of the hole. Retrieve your lure so it has just enough action to scrape the bottom occasionally. As the lure starts to swing across the river, dip your rod to counteract the push of the current causing the lure to rise. Spoons should have a nice thumping action as they work their way down stream and start to swing. Pay attention to your rod tip and feel of the spoon thumping. Not as easy as it seems but that is the key to good spoon fishing! Tight Lines! Larry Davidson | Pro Staff, Ontario Check out this short video with a few Fishing Safety tips from Wes David.
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