Trolling with wire for pike and muskie
Trolling with solid-strand wire line isn’t a new concept. Wire is a time-honoured method for muskie, pike, lake trout, and other species.
Looking at horizontal jigging basics
There is a time and place for rod holders when trolling; whether short or long-lining, pumping the rod can trigger walleye to bite.
Customizing paddle tails
Although effective right out of the package, learning how to modify swimbaits is well worth the effort.
Add appeal to store-bought lures
If the bite has slowed to a crawl, a change may be in order. The quickest way to spice things up is by adding a hint of colour to your baits. Here are some of my favourite ways to customize.
Paddling for remote walleye
Like many angling-obsessed youths, I would fish whenever and however I could. Canoes and sit-in kayaks were some of the first ways I got off the bank.
Overlooking mono is a mistake
Monofilament line has several beneficial characteristics, making it a great option to use in certain situations. Here are just a few.
Yo-Zuri Duel Hardcore baits
Duel has been recognized as a world leader in the tackle industry’s manufacturing of high quality fishing products for nearly 50 years.
Just add meat as bait
OOD's Jeff Gustafson illustrates when and how to fish with minnows, leeches, and crawlers as bait when targeting trophy walleye.
5 pro tactics for walleye
‘Eyes got you stumped? There are plenty of ways to catch walleye in spring and summer. These potent presentations and tricks will help them bite.