05-14-2020, 05:10 AM
For hammer handles (small pike and tiger muskies), any Rapala or minnow type bait in a Size 11 or larger can work. They will cut you off so a steel leader is necessary. The largest in-line spinners like those made by Meps, or Double Cow Girls work.
For the smallies, or walleye, diving plugs/crank baits that cover water and bump bottom are an excellent option. Perch color and fire tiger should work well.
I prefer Whopper Ploppers for the larger Pike and Tigers, and some of the larger Smallies like these top water lures as well.
KSL outdoors had a recent show showing the Walleye and some of the Pike they were netting, but then Adam mentioned they had been back to catch the Walleye and they have failed to catch them. But, now should be the time.
No promises, but good luck. For the Walleye any good depth change and rock or gravel should concentrate them. The Pike and Tigers and Smallies will sure do better around larger rocks, brush, weeds, etc.
For the smallies, or walleye, diving plugs/crank baits that cover water and bump bottom are an excellent option. Perch color and fire tiger should work well.
I prefer Whopper Ploppers for the larger Pike and Tigers, and some of the larger Smallies like these top water lures as well.
KSL outdoors had a recent show showing the Walleye and some of the Pike they were netting, but then Adam mentioned they had been back to catch the Walleye and they have failed to catch them. But, now should be the time.
No promises, but good luck. For the Walleye any good depth change and rock or gravel should concentrate them. The Pike and Tigers and Smallies will sure do better around larger rocks, brush, weeds, etc.