Lure Fishing Charts & References
21 quick reference charts for lure fishing. Save these to your phone or print them for on-the-water use.
All Charts
Quick reference for all aspects of lure fishing.
Jig Head Weight Chart
Quick reference for jig head weights by depth and current.
View ChartLure Weight Chart
Match lure weights to rod types and fishing situations.
View ChartCrankbait Depth Chart
Running depth by line type, retrieve speed, and lip size.
View ChartLure Color Chart
Color selection by water clarity, light, and season.
View ChartLine Strength Chart
Line recommendations by species and technique.
View ChartRod Action Chart
Where each action bends and what techniques it's best for.
View ChartKnot Strength Chart
Knot strength retention by line type — mono, fluoro, and braid.
View ChartBullet Weight Chart
Texas rig and Carolina rig weight by depth, cover, and current.
View ChartDrop Shot Weight Chart
Drop shot weight by depth, current, and bottom type.
View ChartLure Depth Chart
Running depth by lure type — surface to deep.
View ChartLeader Chart
Leader size by mainline, species, and conditions.
View ChartBass Color Chart
Lure color by water clarity, light, and season.
View ChartSmallmouth vs Largemouth
Differences in appearance, habitat, and lures.
View ChartBaitcaster vs Spinning
Which reel to use for each technique.
View ChartMuskie vs Pike
Differences in size, habitat, and fishing.
View ChartFluorocarbon vs Mono
Line comparison — visibility, stretch, sensitivity.
View ChartTexas vs Carolina Rig
Rig comparison — setup, weight, technique.
View ChartWhite vs Black Crappie
Differences in appearance and habitat.
View ChartBlue Cat vs Channel Cat
Size, habitat, and bait differences.
View ChartSunfish vs Bluegill
Are they the same? Species differences.
View ChartSpotted Bass vs Largemouth
Appearance, habitat, and fight differences.
View ChartRelated Resources
Use our tools and guides to apply what you learn in these charts.