It depends on how much the fish weighs . If it’s over 20 pounds , it’s considered by most to be a trophy Northern Pike. Judging by past experience, we can tell you reindeer lake is one of the most productive lakes in the north because it drains a very large portion of northeastern Saskatchewan … Read more
The easiest way to distinguish Muskie and Pike is by looking at the tail. Both species have forked tails, but Muskie have much more pointed forks, while Pike tails are more rounded Tiger Musky also have rounded tails, helping you tell them apart from regular Musky. What is the difference between musky and northern pike? … Read more
Popular muskie lures include large jigs, jerkbaits, surface plugs, bucktail spinners, and some diving plugs Bucktails and jerkbaits are especially favored for casting, as well as large topwater lures . These are particularly good over the top of submerged cover, and along the edges of shallow submerged cover. What color lure is best for musky? … Read more
northern pike and Muskellunge are close relatives. They’re both from the genus “Esox” along with other Pikes and Pickerels. However, they’re not the same or varieties of the same fish They’re two different species with different behaviors, markings, and distributions. What is the difference between a pike and a musky? Look At The Tail: The … Read more
Crankbaits are classic muskie baits, and the Musky Mania Jake Crankbait has long been a leader in this realm. When reeling this lure back to the boat, its motion is unrivaled. How do you catch muskie on topwater? Hesitate after the lure splashes down and then start reeling slowly so the lure tracks just beneath … Read more
The optimal trolling speed for muskies is around 3 to 4 mph usually. Now there will always be examples and times where they want it real slow, and really fast; but this is the norm. Considering this trip it was in the 55-65 degree range, we trolled around the 3 mph range and that worked … Read more
SKEGEMOG LAKE. ELK LAKE. BLACK LAKE & BLACK RIVER. LAKE HUDSON. LAKE ST. CLAIR. ST. MARYS RIVER. SANFORD LAKE. FOR MORE INFORMATION. Are there muskie in the Great Lakes? The Great Lakes boast some of the finest muskie fishing in north america green bay fish are extending their range; St Clair muskies continue to pack … Read more
Most Ohio muskie are caught from April through October when the water temperature is 55 to 75 degrees. The best lakes to fish for muskie are Leesville, clear fork reservoir , Salt Fork, West Branch, Alum Creek, Piedmont, Caesar Creek, Cowan, Milton and Pymatuning. Can you catch muskie in Ohio? COLUMBUS, Ohio – The muskellunge, … Read more
What pound line should I use for musky? The standard used to be that 30- or 40-pound test was plenty with mono and Dacron. But with braid you want higher test with greater diameter. I use 80-pound on 90 percent of my casting reels.” No matter which braid you choose, Maina recommends mono backing on … Read more
Sabaskong Bay on Lake of the Woods offers one of the finest Canadian muskie fishing areas in the world and is well known among muskie enthusiasts . Its darker water gives the perfect presentation, increasing the chances of catching that trophy fish . Is musky a good eating fish? People who love eating muskies will … Read more