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These same reels will work great for lures, and if lure fishing is something you want to know more about, check out my page on the Best Steelhead Lures

It provides strong abrasion resistance and dependable hookset power while still maintaining smooth casting in cold conditions

Mepps makes several large spinners that are deadly for northern pike and muskie, but the Plain Giant Killer is our favorite

That sure was funny to see him in the background at the end of the video

With pencils, I tend to start slow and increase the speed if a fish boils behind the plug

The tail is made primarily of rubber strands with tensile mixed in, which adds a little flair and flash to the bait