Trigger Tout to Bite and Other Top Stories from Fishing on SI

Fishing on SI recapped the three most-read angling stories from the week, ranging from technique to wildlife surprises and gear. One feature, “How I Trigger Trout to Bite When Nothing Else Is Working,” focuses on a fly-fishing approach inspired by bass anglers’ “search baits,” designed to cover water efficiently at a selected depth and produce a detectable response before slowing down once fish are found. Another story describes a California trip near San Clemente Island where anglers targeting yellowtail encountered a giant whale shark, a rarity in Southern California waters during unusual warm conditions linked to El Niño. The third highlights the YETI Hooded Ultra Lightweight Sunshirt as a new sun-protection option, after comparing it with past long-sleeve shirts.