Reef Runner

Great report, lookin forward to the pics.

Spring is just around the corner HH. You'll be chasin them in the boat in no time.

Sssssswwwwweeeeeeeetttttttttt!!!!!!

Congrats and many happy returns (fish that is)

reefrunner

Nice pics. Sounds like a great outing on a beautiful sunny day.

now if I can only stop drooling from Gerrit's pics....

You're on FIRE. Nice goin bud.

Thanks for sharing.

reefrunner

Oh, also remember talking to someone swearing by them for ice out lakers

Is this directed to me? lol

My boss' says I do exellent work around here and I catch an assortment of fish every year.

lol.

Seriously though, reefrunners are very good crankbaits that have a distinctive wobble to them that walleye can't resist. But as was mentioned, there are alot of cranks to choose from and the ripstick should only be part of your arsenal.

I have had success targeting pike with them in the past, casting adjacent to weed beds to intice those ambushing brutes burried in there. Also, try casting along a wind swept shorline. Another bonus is that the action of the bait has a metronome "feel" to it that if you notice it skip a beat good chances you got a strike.

reefrunner

Oops forgot about technique.

I just weedless rig a sinking worm without weights through a hook like any other jig. Cast out in pockets of weeds and keep my line tight on the drop. If you got polarized sunglasses, sometimes you can see the strike just because the bait disappears from view. I usually wait until I feel the weight of the fish before I set the hook.

Had success with their sinking worms on bass in weed beds. I bought a pack of 3inch leaches that I'm dying to try on pickeralleyes this year. i will definately post the results. stay tuned...coming sometime this summer.

reefrunner

Very cool. Thanks for posting

Welcome to the board and I look forward to your input.

My recommondation for those Northern toothy critters is a BIG spoon, like a daredevil in the five of diamonds pattern or a heavy Cyclops. Top water can be fun, just be sure to have a strong leader.

reefrunner

Hey Napjohn8,

I'm from Mississauga as well but haven't really mastered the area I've been living in my whole life. It wasn't until the last couple of years or so I started to venture about the lakeshore and look for good spots to take a couple of casts.

Like you, I find the most action around here is when the Salmon run in the fall, but you can also find cats in the Credit usually in the 1 to 3 pound range year round.

Of course, come mid-May Pike can be found around the T.O. islands and harbourfront. In June, bass, carp, bowfin and cats are also found.

Anyway, all I can say is keep tryin' and you never know what you might hook into. I take a camera with me just in case I catch that two-headed pike, lol.

Best of luck,

reefrunner

Nice Bass 2rrs....have a good cruise up North.

reefrunner

Nice work Lew.

Was thinking of making some of my own but, since addy79 and I fish alot together, I'll just be "borrowing" some of his. LOL

reefrunner

Nice Work SNAG!!!!

I went 3 days and no pike to account for. Will try again in May.

Congrats on the PB, lol, I personally target Muskokas though.

reefrunner

Got me as well...Dang

Amazing wiper there dawg. Good report to boot.

Sounds like an amzing fight on the UL.

Thanks for sharing and keep 'em coming.

reefrunner

Congrats Joey!!!

Sorry about the loss and hopefully it'll be recovered soon.

I remember seeing a spot on "A" Channel new not long ago about a theft ring that was stealing trailers, ATV, cars and the sorts and dumping off on an abandoned lot until they sold 'em out of Barrie. If anyone is driving by such a lot, haver a peek and see if Terry's articles are there. If you're approached, tell 'em you thought it was a sales lot and the perps might even try selling Terry's stuff.

Call the Police before Terry gets to them. I know I'd be rabid.

Dang.

I've been out twice already and haven't caught a thing nor even seen a follow. I am gonna give it another go however.

Just as a reminder, pike closes March 31 in Lake O...best of luck to all pike hunters in the next couple of days!

reefrunner

Welcome to the board.

Dano,

PM sent. j/k

reefrunner

Hey Anton,

Glad you got out there. As for myself, I got out on Friday and for an hour and a half after work last night. Didn't even get a follow, so consider yourself luckier than I. I did manage to wash a couple of my lures and test run some others I picked up at the sportsman show. Think I'll give her a try one more time before season closes up momentarily.

Better luck to you sir,

reefrunner

He finally agreed to sell it to you eh?

Thanks for the report. An interesting read nevertheless your misfortunes in inticing the bite.

Better luck next time,

reefrunner

I would also like to extend my thanks to the board

I've only been here for a month or so but have already had the opportunity and privilage to participate in Fishin for Tyler, talk with OFNers and heed their advice to make educated purchases on fishing equipment and provide advice and opinions to other members where able. I can only imagine the contributions of members and mods from years past.

Thank you for providing a great service, we are all in your debt.

reefrunner