Know the water. Build your setup.
Choose a casting lure, then match it with a bite-resistant leader and properly rated connections for toothy fish.
Start with your access and the water in front of you.
Understand the setup before you shop.
The setup
Work a spoon around weed edges and open pockets.
Choose your components ↓The bite-resistant leader is an essential part of this setup.
Select the parts you need.
Required separately: a pike-rated bite-resistant leader with a suitable snap. The listed main line is not bite protection.
Individual products at their current prices; no bundle discount. Check sizes and pack counts on each product page.
The setup
Work a hard bait with room for pauses and changes of pace.
Choose your components ↓Match lure, leader, and snap ratings; check connections regularly.
Select the parts you need.
Required separately: a pike-rated bite-resistant leader with a suitable snap. The listed main line is not bite protection.
Individual products at their current prices; no bundle discount. Check sizes and pack counts on each product page.
Weed edges and nearby structure can hold ambush fish.
Use a leader made to resist sharp teeth.
Have a suitable net and long pliers ready.
Fishing reference: Minnesota DNR. Check the rules for the water you fish.
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