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Salmon Plugs & Trolling Plugs

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Shop salmon plugs and trolling plugs from Tomic, Yakima Spinfish, Hyper Glo and Luhr Jensen for chinook and coho. Order online or visit our Nanaimo store.

Frequently Asked Questions

Salmon Plugs & Trolling Plugs Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is a salmon plug?

A plug is a hard-bodied lure with an angled head that gives it a wide, rolling action when trolled. Plugs are a long-time favourite for chinook and coho.

Q. What is the difference between plugs and spoons?

Plugs usually have a wider, slower roll, while spoons have a quicker wobble. Many anglers run both to see what the fish want that day.

Q. What is a Yakima Spinfish?

The Spinfish is a trolling plug with a hollow cavity that holds bait or scent, combining plug action with added scent.

Q. Do I need a flasher with a plug?

Many anglers fish plugs on their own behind a downrigger, while others add a flasher for extra attraction. Ask our team what is working locally.

Q. Where can I find the full Tomic range?

See our Tomic Plugs collection for every Tomic Classic and Tubby plug we carry.

Q. Can I order plugs online?

Yes. Free shipping is available on most orders over $120 CAD, and we ship across Canada from our Nanaimo store.

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R3ef High Speed Mooching Reel 5-1/4" - Gunmetal
Smooth as

Smooth as silk

Anonymous
R3ef High Speed Mooching Reel 5-1/4" - Gunmetal
TROLLMASTER Pro
Easy to install and works

Easy to install and works great

Anonymous
TROLLMASTER Pro
Westcoast Fishing Tackle Fusion X Glow Flasher - Green
FUSION FLASHERS

Good product. The glow lasts a long time , great for deep fishing.

DIRK S.
Westcoast Fishing Tackle Fusion X Glow Flasher - Green
Luhr Jensen Flash Fly #4 Rigged - Fish Candy Purple UV
Great product

Great product fast shipping

Jeff W.
Luhr Jensen Flash Fly #4 Rigged - Fish Candy Purple UV
Gibbs Highliner #1 - UV Purple Stripe Flasher

good prices

Daniel
Gibbs Highliner #1 - UV Purple Stripe Flasher
Gibbs Beads - Red
Magnifique

Magnifique
Magnifique

Radomalala G.
Gibbs Beads - Red
TOMIC TUBBY PLUG - C632UVBII UV Body Iridescent Insert
Great delivery and

Great delivery and service

Anonymous
TOMIC TUBBY PLUG - C632UVBII UV Body Iridescent Insert
Respect the Locals Harbour Chandler Custom Tee
Great

Great shirt

Rodney C.
Respect the Locals Harbour Chandler Custom Tee
Harbour Chandler Gift Card
My son got right on his birthday

My son got right on his birthday, it was very easy to purchase, excellent service, thank you!

Kathleen S.
Harbour Chandler Gift Card
Kingpin Kinetic 500 Centerpin Reel - Black

Awesome reel, first Centerpin ever and it spins for a super long time, clicker is super strong for storage, and it got me 5 fish within 1 day of having it. Would recommend

Grady
Kingpin Kinetic 500 Centerpin Reel - Black
Steve Vavrik

Steve, is a asset to this company!! He was so very patient and took the time to explain the different reels and poles.
I have already made a second purchase and again the transaction went through Steve.
All future purchases will be though steve. I live in Washington and have to pay duty but it's well worth it. It's true you get what you pay for.
Please be sure to forward this to Steve so he continues to Awesome!!

Jamie Pearson

Jamie P.
The Harbour Chandler
Zaal Noflex Digestor - Sewage Treatment Odour & Sludge Eliminator
No flex Digester

Have used this product for more than 25 years. Obviously works great for me. Would recommend to anyone.

Peter B.
Zaal Noflex Digestor - Sewage Treatment Odour & Sludge Eliminator
Oki Big Shooter Flasher HC Custom - Hit N' Run
The flasher should be good; I am waiting for the winter run of chinook before I put it to good use

The flasher should be good; I am waiting for the winter run of chinook before I put it to good use. I've had some good luck with Oki big shooter flashers in the past.

Jessel B.
Oki Big Shooter Flasher HC Custom - Hit N' Run
Salt Away Treatment
Great product

Great product. Applicator sturdy and well built.

Dean M.
Salt Away Treatment
Mustang MIT 70 Automatic Inflatable PFD
The fit is comfortable and the reliability of the brand name Mustang says the rest

The fit is comfortable and the reliability of the brand name Mustang says the rest. Very pleased with the overall feeling of wearing it and not feeling restricted while fishing. prawning and crabbing.

Tom W.
Mustang MIT 70 Automatic Inflatable PFD

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