In coastal marshes, a gold weedless spoon like the Johnson Minnow or Bomber Saltwater Grade Who Dat is standard issue for redfish seekers.
A great search bait, these streamlined baits cast like a dream — even in a stiff wind — and allow you to cover water to find fish.
And don’t think redfish are the only spoon-lovin’ drum. Those big black ones will also chase down a piece of shiny metal when they’ve got their feed on, which is most of the time.
Other spoon prospects:
• Panfish persuasion — Northern ice fishermen know those tiny slivers of polished metal temp panfish beneath the hard water, so there’s no reason bream hiding in lily pads or sac-a-lait holding over brush wouldn’t show the same fondness for the minnow imitators.
• Wonder in the waves – In the surf off Grand Isle or the Cajun Riviera beaches along the state’s western end, a Johnson Sprite or a Cotton Cordell spoon is a good bet for trout, reds and Spanish mackerel.
One of the most user-friendly baits you’ll ever tie on, the spoon is a must-have for savvy anglers looking for versatility and performance.
