fishplate42
Well-known member
My local commercial dedicates one lake to pike fishing from the beginning of October until March the following year. I have never (deliberately!) been pike fishing but I fancy having a go this winter. I was wondering what specialist gear I would need, if any.
I know I will need wire traces and I can look up rigs to use but what about rods and reels. Can I use my carp rods (3lb TC) or would I be better off using a match rod? I have no idea what sort of lures to use either. I have done a bit of dropshotting for perch but only with small plastic lures. I realise this is a totally different affair...
As far as technique is concerned a few pointers would be useful, but the guys on the lake will help me get going.
Any tips or advice would be helpful.
Thanks!
Ralph.
I know I will need wire traces and I can look up rigs to use but what about rods and reels. Can I use my carp rods (3lb TC) or would I be better off using a match rod? I have no idea what sort of lures to use either. I have done a bit of dropshotting for perch but only with small plastic lures. I realise this is a totally different affair...
As far as technique is concerned a few pointers would be useful, but the guys on the lake will help me get going.
Any tips or advice would be helpful.
Thanks!
Ralph.