sneak_e_pete Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 I am generally a bass fisherman, however the lake I fish has a good population of pike. I am going to get out this weekend. Where are pike generally found this time of year? I was planning on using some spinnerbaits and jerk baits....any other suggestions? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigpikemike Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 right up on shore....find weeds and points....ambush spots for the pike....dont be afriad to cast into 1.5 fow to catch them....shallow bays and inlets as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rromberg Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Pike usually stay shallow until the water warms. They can still be found close to their spawning grounds ( weedy bays). Check corners of bays, rocky points and along drops in the ten to twenty feet range. I find using lures like rapalas, ripplin redfins or other minnow baits work good in the spring. Fish them like a jerk bait. If the wind picks up try your spinners. Remember to use a wire leader or using lures can get pricy. One of the most productive ways to get spring pike is to fish a dead smelt or sucker under a bobber. Hope that helps, good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny G Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 Try shallow bays they warm first and their will be more bait for them to eat. Plus they just finished spawning. Kenny G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splashhopper Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 what pound test of line should I use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitespinnerbait Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 20 or 30lb powerpro... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splashhopper Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 20 or 30lb powerpro... Why so heavy test? Is it to save the tackle I have been losing the past week ? Snag city ! Or, is it because of teeth on the fish ? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneak_e_pete Posted May 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 Thanks for the info. I appreciate it. I'll let you know how I do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now