While boot-tail swimbaits are not new, the uses for them keep expanding at a rapid pace. Throughout 2019 we noticed these inexpensive plastics finding their way into every presentation. Keys to mastering swimbaits includes having a variety of jig types to pair with multiple body profiles, actions, and colors for each situation. Berkley’s lineup of […]
The huge storage lockers on our Nitro ZV21 Pro boats seem to fill up fast with crankbaits. Even more lures travel with us in the back of the truck. For crankbaits, action is always the first question, depth is the second, and color is the last, but where does crankbait size fit into the equation? […]
As the seasons transition from spring to summer walleyes change feeding patterns. As walleye anglers, there are several adaptations and varied techniques that can keep the fish coming to the net. Here are five ideas of what to change and where to relocate to build a top-notch pattern this summer. Look For Suspended Fish As […]
The Summer peak is exactly that— walleyes will bite anything. Jigs, live bait, crankbaits, spinners, you name it. Every lake has a change that signals the end of the easy days. It could be rising water temperatures, shad spawn, shiner and perch fingerlings, mayflies, or all of these at once spreading out the fish and […]
Well, not totally. Hang a minnow or a leech under a bobber and it might outperform scented plastics. For most other presentations, including jigging and slow death, the benefits of today’s artificials shine through. The first gain comes from saving time. Save 15 minutes (and $10) by driving past the bait shop on the way […]
By: Gary Parsons and Keith Kavajecz Do you believe everything your buddies tell you? Talk about a loaded question! The answer is probably, “It depends!” As summer starts to wind down, they might tell you that you can’t catch any fish this time of year. While the bite may be tough, it doesn’t mean that […]
Rumor has it the bite is on fire! You head out to the lake and start cruising around at a steady 20mph while watching the screen of your Lowrance HDS with great anticipation. You know that any second now you should start marking fish. Sure enough, they’re there! You circle around to set up to […]
After years spent developing his ice fishing device The Trigger, Brendan Syrette was browsing the aisles at Canadian Tire one day when he came face to face with his own product. For the self-described “bushman,” seeing his vision come to life, available for sale at one of Canada’s most iconic retailers, was an indescribable moment. […]
Walleyes in August aren’t always eager to bite, but if you hit them with a one-two punch, chances are you will find success! During this time of year on many bodies of water, the walleyes are relating to structure. This includes both sunken islands and deeper drop-offs. The first punch that you think of throwing […]
With the water on most lakes now warming up to over 60 degrees, it is a great time to start to think about “shivering”. No, we aren’t talking about taking a dip into a cold lake and then spending the rest of the day trying to get rid of the chill in your body. We’re […]
Take Control of Walleyes By Gary Parsons and Keith Kavajecz While current and wind can make for a great bite, they can also be a nightmare for trying to position the boat. Being in complete control when we are chasing walleyes hasn’t always been easy. This type of fishing was very tiring and hands-on in […]
There are hundreds of lakes to catch walleyes on in the winter, but in February the bite traditionally slows down on a lot of them. This isn’t to say that the bite is non-existent, but it usually gets tougher. There are a few exceptions to this rule. If you are looking to take a late winter vacation […]
Icing Prime Time Walleyes By Gary Parsons and Keith Kavajecz Not long after you put your hunting gear away for the year, the lakes begin to glaze over with the first layer of ice. If you stop down at the local watering hole, you are likely to hear someone mention that they drove past a […]
It looked like it was going to be a great day for ice fishing. The sun was shining, there was a slight breeze, and from what we had been hearing, the fish were biting! So we packed up the truck and headed out to our favorite lake. We had just parked on “the spot” when […]
Artificial Soft Tails…The New Normal for Walleye Fishing By Gary Parsons and Keith Kavajecz They say that there is a time and a place for everything. This saying definitely holds true when it comes to fishing. There are some days where the best course of action is to present a walleye with live bait, […]
