Trolling for Perch

Complete guide — gear, lures, season and tips.

Gear

Rod
Light trolling rod 2.1–2.4 m
Mainline
Mono 0.25 mm or braid 0.15 mm

Lures / bait

  • Small crankbaits 5–9 cm (Rapala Shad Rap, Salmo Hornet)
  • Spinners size 4–5
Season
Summer–autumn
Time of day
Dawn, dusk
Pro tip

Troll along reef and reed edges at 2–4 knots. Run two rods at different depths.