then I must be a nobody. Trout magnets are one of the most popular trout lures between me and many others in and around Massachusetts, as far as spinning gear goes. Like I said, there are situations where they are good and where they are not. Perhaps you have only fished them when they are not. I use spinners and spoons all the time and they do have a special place in my trout box, they catch fish, too. But when i'm fishing little river pockets or want a smaller presentation, my magnets do what I want them to.