Pro Tactics™: Northern Pike Use the Secrets of the Pros to Catch More and Bigger Pike
by Penny, JohnEdition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2008-05-01
Publisher(s): Lyons Press
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Summary
Successful angling for northern pike requires specialized equipment and techniques, as well as an understanding of this predatory game fish's seasonal movements and changes in behavior. Eight-time world record holder Jack Penny presents a complete course of instruction in fishing for northern pike, which can reach lengths of over 4 feet and weigh in excess of 40 pounds, and in North America ranges from New England through the northern plains to the Rocky Mountains, and all across Canada. This book covers tackle and equipment, lures and baits, pike behavior, fishing strategies by season, and techniques for safely releasing fish or keeping them for the table. All the information a beginner will need plus valuable tips and techniques for even the most experienced pike angler.
Author Biography
Jack Penny ( is an outdoor writer and regular contributor to Esox Angler magazine. A northern pike specialist, he has set eight world line-class records while fishing for his favorite quarry.
Table of Contents
| Introduction: The Great Northern Pike | |
| Seasonal Movements | |
| Preserving the Species: Landing Methods, Removing the Hooks, Reproduction Mounts | |
| Proper Tools for the Job at Hand: Rods and Reels, Other | |
| Essential Equipment, Leaders | |
| Ice Out: Quick-Strike Rigs, Bait, Considerations | |
| When Using Quick-Strike Rigs, Locations in Lakes, Locations in Rivers | |
| Spring: Locations in Lakes, Locations in Rivers, Dams and Dens | |
| Summer: Locations in Lakes (Bays, Points, Weeds, Open Water), Locations in Rivers | |
| Fall: Locations in Lakes, Locations in Rivers | |
| Winter: The Hardwater Season, Equipment, Locations, Strategies and Tactics | |
| A Winter Alternative | |
| Lure Modifications | |
| Throw-Back Lures | |
| Pike for the Table | |
| Table of Contents provided by Publisher. All Rights Reserved. |
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