Musky and Pike Tactics
Fall is Big Musky Time
The fall season has a turnover that makes big musky easier to catch. The fish will move into shallower waters to feed for the winter. The turnover happens at different times depending on a few factors. The latitude and size of the waterway are the main reasons affecting the turnover. It occurs faster in smaller…
Musky Lure Storage Solutions
Musky anglers are inventive with lure storage solutions. There are many people that struggle with keeping the big lures organized. You can buy a tackle box made for the lures. They tend to be expensive. The other options will save money, but how much depends on your choices. The reason for proper storing of the…
Tips for Buying Musky Rods
If you are buying musky rods a few tips will help. There are things people overlook when buying a rod. You find out after getting the rod it does not meet your expectations. Start before you buy, find out what you need. The two biggest mistakes are rod length and handle length. If either is…
Best Pike Fishing Lures
What makes the best pike fishing lures? Pike will hit any lure. Yet, there are lures the fish hit more. You can improve your odds of landing pike with better choices in lures. It is true, that pike are not picky when active. People catch pike on panfish lures, catfish baits, and everything else. Successful…
How the Moon Affects Musky Fishing
You need to know how the moon affects musky fishing. It makes a difference in the success rate. People not using the information are missing out on a key element of musky fishing. The position of the moon influences the activity of the pike family. Pike and musky are more active during a few periods…
Mistakes by Musky Anglers
Mistakes by musky anglers cause fewer fish. The fish are notorious for long follows. You need long casts, plus a good figure 8 at the end. Mistakes with lures are common also. Then the leaders and line will be a problem using the wrong choices. You spend hours and cast 1000s of times to hook…
Best Musky Rods
What makes the best musky rods? The rods need length, power, and performance. A rod too short limits casting distance. You need the right power for the lures. The rod’s performance covers casting and fighting the fish. The best rods cover all these aspects. The price is a concern for many anglers. A high-priced rod…
Best Low-Profile Musky Reels
What are the best low-profile musky reels? It depends on how much you fish for muskies. Also, how you fish makes a difference. The majority of reels can do it all. That does not make it the best reel for you. You need to look at lure type and weight. Some lures have a lot…
Best Budget Musky Reels
Finding budget musky reels is tough. The reels need to handle heavy lures and repetitive casting use. These two factors place a lot of stress on a reel. As a result, there are few reels capable of the stress the reels will see musky fishing. Reading Time: 4 minutes, 995 words Understand reels that are…
