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How deep is my crankbait running?

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How deep is my crankbait running?

How deep is my crankbait running?

When trolling with crankbaits, it is critical to know how deep they are running.   This is especially true around the great lakes, where walleyes typically suspend off the bottom and...

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Article: How far out should I run my boards?

Article: How far out should I run my boards?

When trolling for walleyes on big water like we have in the Great Lakes, running planer boards is by-far the most efficient way to cover water and catch fish.   In...

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Late Fall Crankbait Trolling - Speed selection

Late Fall Crankbait Trolling - Speed selection

As much as I love fishing in the Spring and Summer, it is pretty hard to beat the fall walleye fishing on the Great Lakes (including Lake St. Clair, the...

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Choosing the right crankbait color for the conditions

Using crankbaits to catch walleyes is nothing new.    My very first trip to Erie back in the early 80s with my dad, we pulled Wiggle Warts straight behind the boat with spinning gear and caught plenty of nice walleyes.    I remember having boxes full of Wiggle Warts and Hot-N-Tots, but there were a few patterns that stood out from the...

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Article: Detroit River Jigging Tips

Article: Detroit River Jigging Tips

I know, you are probably wondering why a custom crankbait maker is writing an article about jigging.    Even though it is hard to beat trolling crankbaits when it comes...

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Article: Tips for painting your own custom baits, Part 2: Clear-coat options

In my previous article, I covered some things I have learned about selecting lure blanks and how important it is to start with a decent blank.  In this article, I will cover the other end of the process, which is determining what type of clear coat to use for your lures and the pros and cons of each option (from my perspective).  ...

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