Archive for March 2021
Fishing for Ice Out Crappies
It’s been an odd spring, and for that matter, an even more peculiar winter, so now is a great time to be fishing crappies. Open water in the southern part of the state has been around for a few weeks, while in the north, there’s still ice, albeit a poor version of it, clinging to…
Read MoreThrow the Best Balsa Crankbait
Northland Fishing Tackle’s new Rumble Shiner is a legend in the making, as the best balsa crankbait. BEMIDJI, Minn. (March 26, 2021) – Anglers are in for a treat this season with the release of Northland® Fishing Tackle’s new Rumble Shiner. This premium minnow-style crankbait should be a big hit with just about any…
Read MoreWalleye Jigs – How to Adjust Drop-Speed to Catch More Walleyes
We’ve all been in the boat when someone starts thwacking ’em on jigs, and for whatever reason, nobody else can get bit. Oftentimes, it’s small details in your presentation that can make all the difference, resulting in walleyes hitting the net vs. coming home empty-handed after an unsuccessful day on the water. In this video,…
Read MoreRiver Fishing Tactics
A little bit of warm weather certainly works wonders and brings anglers to spring river fishing runs in droves. For good reason, as pre-spawn movements congregate walleyes upstream through pinch-points and up to dam structures. It’s a dynamic bite that in most areas, relies on mother nature cooperating in the form of consistent temps that…
Read MoreEarly Season Walleyes on the Rainy River
Early season walleye action is finally humming on the Rainy River on the Minnesota/Ontario border. Nick Lindner runs through some up-to-date conditions, as well as some go-to presentations and strategies for targeting spring walleyes in river systems. It is arguably one of everyone’s favorite times of year, when spring comes rolling around and walleyes start…
Read MoreSpringtime Panfish Transition
Springtime panfish fishing is by far one of the most enjoyable ways to spend a day. Since our last guide trip last weekend, I have been chasing pannies every single day. This week I have gone as far as even traveling to Ottertail County, MN for a day trip in panfish paradise. Anyone that knows…
Read MoreCasting Jerkbaits for Walleyes
There are very few bites as enticing and exhilarating as casting jerkbaits for walleyes up shallow. The NEW Northland Rumble Shiner fits the bill perfectly for this technique with its erratic darting acting and seductive slow float that almost hangs in front of a fish’s face causing them to react aggressively. This technique really shines…
Read MoreSpring Panfish Must Have Fishing Tackle
Spring has nearly sprung, and while everyone’s getting excited about warmer weather and open water, not all have their ducks in a row when it comes to their fishing tackle, especially panfish tackle. Spring crappie and bluegill angling can be a simple affair in the shallows, but even still, it’s those tackle box staples that…
Read MoreNorthland’s New Crankbaits – A Closer Look (Rumble Series)
Let’s take a closer look at the brand new Northland Rumble series of crankbaits, including the Rumble Shad, Rumble Shiner, Rumble Minnow, Rumble Beast and Rumble Monster. The biggest thing to know about this entire line of baits is they are all heat compression molded balsa baits giving them true balsa action with added durability…
Read MoreThe Rumble Shad is Ready to Rumble
Northland Fishing Tackle’s new Rumble Shad is set to shake up the water for multi-species action BEMIDJI, Minn. (March 12, 2021) – Northland Fishing Tackle® enters the premium cranktbait game with the new Rumble crankbait series, designed by none other than chief lure designer Jarmo Rapala. He knows fishing is better with balsa… From a…
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