The Flasher vs Dodger Challenge.

This is the second year my fellow anglers have taken up the challenge. It's a fun challenge, and win or lose, the boat gets two Wigglefin Hellrazor Dodgers and two Amundson outdoors trolling salmon spoons as rewards for participating. The sponsors are Amundson Outdoors, which produces the TMX5 reels, the TMX Mooching rod, the Savvy [...]

The Spoon Lure

What is a spoon lure? It's a versatile lure in the angler's arsenal, named for its concave side that resembles a tablespoon. Manufacturers have been creative by adjusting the lure's lengths, widths, and weights, as well as experimenting with various colours and reflective surfaces. It can be used for a wide range of fishing conditions [...]

The Magic of Beads.

Bait bans are now on many rivers, including those that ban scent. It can be a challenge that fishermen must overcome. Among the artificial presentations are spoons, jigs, spinners, worms, minnows, and synthetic copies of roe. In British Columbia, however, anglers are not allowed to add any scented residue, including synthetic scents, like anise oil [...]

Peetz Canada

Thanks to Robert Van Pelt ( Peetz ) and Charlie Jones, I have been pro-staffing the CJ Special Salmon lures since 2013. They are amazing whether you are trolling or casting off the beaches for salmon. Stay tuned from PEETZ Canada #peetz#amundson#bcsalmon#springsalmon#cohosalmon#cjlures

Sockeye Salmon On The Somass River

Anticipating the start of sockeye season, anglers on Vancouver Island diligently prepare their gear. The Somass River on the island's west side presents a prime fishing opportunity. Accommodations such as motels, bed and breakfasts, camping options, and trailer sites can be found in Port Alberni. Accommodation options are available for anglers on both sides of [...]

CARBON VS CORK DISC

Exciting news for 2024 is Two reels , the special edition TMX5 Mooching Reel. It has amplified specs for braking power and response, not one but seven improved discs with carbon ceramic surfaces for braking power and controlling line creep. The Trend Flow 5 mooching reel also has a 7-layer, multi-layer drag system made of [...]

Revitalizing a Worn Out Spinning Lure

Lures that can withstand the rigorous use of catching salmon off the beaches of Vancouver Island are difficult to find. Repainting, buffing, and rust removal are all methods anglers use to restore their gear's top performance. Traditional painted body bell spinner showing wear In most cases, spinning lures must be removed and most parts completely [...]

Spend Your Time Fishing, NOT Rigging!

Rigrap storage case The RIGRAP Yellow8512 is an affordable 4pk and one of the most popular sizes in RIGRAP’s tangle-free fishing rig storage solutions. The 8512 is a compact plastic device designed to store a range of rigs, incl.; live bait rigs, single or multi-hook rigs, sabiki rigs, a variety of jigs, flies & tippets, [...]

Bring Out The Super Stars

As I anticipated the New season all the major components were gathered, cleaned , tuned up for the up coming adventure. Its time to gather up the super stars Amundson Outdoors , Ap Tackleworks, RigRap, WiggleFin and Olympic Tackle. The boat is ready. The weather is getting better and the salmon are waiting. Amundson Outdoors TMX5 [...]