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The Treble Trick-Out Musky Lure Tweak

Most hard-bait muskie lures are fish catchers right out of the box, but there are going to be certain times and situations where some simple minor tweaks make them far more effective for specific applications. Let’s focus on one of them here — reducing buoyancy to create more “hang time” and even attain neutral buoyancy suspension.

Exploring New MUSKY Water with No Expectations

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The Early Season TIGER MUSKY that made the plan clear

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Early Season MUSKY Pattern: Why the Rocks Produced

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When MUSKY FISHING Doesn’t Go to Plan (Lessons from a Skunk)

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Before the First Cast: Opening a Musky Season on the Shield

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Crankbaits for Winter Musky

Steven Paul

Supernatural PowerLock

Musky Shop

LIVINGSTON LURES FLIPPER 1 MUSKY BAIT, 3 PRESENTATIONS

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In-depth and underwater with the LIVINGSTON LURES MUSTANG

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Live Sucker Muskie Fishing

Steven Paul

Old School Jerkbaits

Steven Paul

Musky Trolling Masterclass

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Slop Musky Secrets

Must Have Musky Tools

Andy Myer's Lodge | Eagle Lake Ontario Canada

A Historic Trophy Canadian fishing Lodge and Hunting Outfitter

Winterizing & Protecting Your Musky Fishing Rods/Reels!

As the fishing season is winding down in the North Woods and people turn their attentions to hunting and warm fires, remember to take all of that fantastic gear you bought and store it right! Throwing your pole in the garage is a thing of the past when a nice super reel and rod might cost hundreds of dollars. We need to take the time to winterize our treasured sidearm and keep it in pristine condition for years to come. Here are some inside scoops on preserving your rod and reel with some tips from the Musky Shop!

How do Muskies See? Muskies, Light and Reflection

Muskies, Light, and Reflection

Early Summer Topwater Muskies

Joe Bucher Outdoors

Spinnerbaits for Muskies

Joe Bucher Outdoors

A Musky Guides Guide to the Tools You Need

Whether you use a butt seat while fishing or you just stand on the deck, all musky anglers keep a wide variety of tools and lures in a "quick reference" area on their boats. Many anglers choose to use a specific locker or crate on the boat that holds all of the items you want close by, but other guys have learned that on of the most efficient ways to keep your most beloved gear nearby is by using an underseat caddy.

Super Cold Musky Gold

As we slip into December, most musky anglers have long ago winterized their boats, cleaned their reels and hung up their rods. While the allure of deer hunting and holiday festivities are more than enough to divert the attention of the musky amasses, a handle full of winter warriors knows that the last few days of open water can yield dramatic musky results.

Right Time to Hit the Water ?

It seems that the days of the coffee table Farmer’s Almanac are quite over and as we surf into the realm of online content, it’s hard to find a one stop shop for musky information. Information has expanded and production is on the rise, but when you want a simple answer, it might allude you completely. So here is a one stop note for new or experience anglers looking for answers. What makes any day a good day for musky fishing? Or any other words, when will muskies be most active.

Double Down on Downsizing for Early Season Muskies

Musky Spring Musky Fishing Rattle traps, small gliders and diminutive bucktails are the proven early season producers that most musky anglers rely on. These down-sized presentations are right on target for the majority of season opener and are well suited to trigger strikes from post-spawn muskies.

Moon Phase and NEW Moon Phase by Location

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Best Line Counter Reels for Serious Musky Trolling

Success in trolling depends on precision, and precision demands accuracy. Once you dial in a productive trolling bite, the single most important factor becomes repeatability. That is where a highly accurate line counter matters.Accuracy alone, however, is not enough. Trolling for trophy-class fish p

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early January 2026

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early January 2026MoreWe hope you're enjoying a fantastic winter and finding time to get out on the ice!Ice conditions in the Northwoods of Wisconsin are excellent right now, with most lakes boasting 12-14 inches of solid ice and minimal slush on top.Fishing act

Why Do Muskies Porpoise?

With the explosion of trail cameras, GoPros, drones, and smartphones on the water, anglers are capturing more muskie behavior than ever before. For years, stories of these elusive apex predators exhibiting strange antics circulated among dedicated muskie hunters, but hard evidence was scarce. Now, t

Moon Phase and NEW Moon Phase by Location

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Joe's Quick Tips : Heavy Cover Musky Fishing

Joe Bucher Outdoors

Musky 360 Podcast : Structure Fishing

Muskies Under Pressure: Unravelling Pre and Post Frontal Conditions

To unravel the techniques needed to fish in pre and post frontal conditions, you really need to understand the dynamics of what is taking place below the surface of the water. Muskies, as most fish in the lake, carry around a swim bladder to keep their pressure regulated in a 3-D water filled space. They don’t have their feet planted heavily on the ground like people, so the swim bladder helps dictate their position and comfort in the water column.

Jerk Trolling with Jim Stewart

Musky 360 was able to talk “Jerk Trolling” with Jim Stewart owner of The Musky Shop. Jim and his brother John have a history of success with jerk trolling for muskies and more than their fair share of monsters in the net from their combined efforts. Jim was kind enough to share a few tips for anglers new to this musky trolling tactic that are sure to put them squarely on the path of success.

Steve's Tailgater Spinner Bait

Winter Musky Fishing Rivers | Tips

Winter Musky Fishing Rivers

Right Time to Hit the Water ?

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