These old fishing lures and vintage tackle are worth throwing down for when you find them at a flea market or garage sale.

Lure collecting is a lifelong hobby for many anglers. And an event is coming up to buy, sell and trade fishing tackle.

I have to say upfront that I get a headache, or at least go into sensory overload, when I walk into one of the big-box outdoor stores and look at all their fishing lures. Standing in the tackle ais… ...

Finally, your lure is only as good as your hooks. If you do buy inexpensive lures, I'd advise that you change out your hooks, particularly if you're fishing in saltwater.