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5. What are the best colors for fishing lures in different water conditions?

So, I've been fishing for quite some time now, trying different lures and colors and stuff. But what I wonder is, which colors are actually the best for fishing lures concerning different water conditions? I mean, does it make a difference whether the water is murky or clear? And does it matter whether it's sunny or cloudy? I'd be super keen to hear your thoughts and experiences on this.

Great point you’ve got there. I mean, the color of a lure can definitely affect its effectiveness. From my own experience, I've found that in clear water conditions, the more natural looking lures tend to work better. Think about colors of the fish that naturally inhabit that body of water. In murky water, on the other hand, your best bet could be something bright and flashy to attract a fish’s attention, like orange or yellow.

And about the weather conditions, yep, it does make a difference. On sunny days, I find that using a lure with a little bit of flash or shine tends to work best, probably because it mimics the shiny scales of small fish. For overcast days, a darker lure could be a better choice.

But hey, that's just my two cents from personal outings. What about you guys? Have you noticed the same or are there any different observations?

Yeah, it's a whole science, ain't it? I found chartreuse and red to be pretty wicked in muddy water. What about nighttime, y'all have go-to colors?

Absolutely, it's fascinating how the right color lure can make all the difference! Any other tips or favorite lure colors out there?

Hmm, though I wonder, how significant is color really when taking into account other factors? Is it worth overthinking? Just throwing it out there.

True, sometimes taking a step back and just enjoying the experience is all you need. After all, fishing is as much about relaxation as it is about the catch.

You know, this whole color choice thing is getting me thinking. There's a lot of debate on whether fish see the same colors as we do. Some scientists even reckon that they might see more colors than we can! What if the next game-changer in lure design involves colors that don't make a jot of difference to us, but drive the fish wild? Just something to chew on, eh?

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