Big pike lures - (video 191)

[@paulharris6886]

Another great vid Paul. I had only discovered you in 2019 but you have supplied me with hours of very honest informative and enjoyable footage while getting over a major operation. I like the fact that you’re not a complete tackle tart like so many others, only recommending gear that safely catches fish rather than trying to impress us with the size of your bank account. Keep doing what you are doing - it’s the next best thing to being on the bank myself. I’ll be watching you!

[@pondguru]

That rainbow trout jointed lure looked the business for pike - groovy.

[@riverpiker]

The rainbow trout pattern was stupidly discontinued by savage gear a few years ago so i have no more shiny new ones. But i've got 5 in my draw that are all like that. So many fish. Great lure and simple to use. I imagine other patterns work just as well, i just had confidence in that one.

[@pondguru]

Somewhere where there was trout cages and pike like loch awe would be so good for that lure - I can't believe they discontinued it but as you say the motion and vibrations from similar lures of different colours would do just as well. I know what you mean about having faith in certain lures as I have that with certain flies while fly fishing.

[@riverpiker]

and that's a big reason why they end up catching. You know they work, so you work them properly. you give them the right time in the water and know when and how to use them. Just add pike and its a winner. I have a few lures that i have struggled to catch with and I always seem to put them on when it is a quiet day. That is no good. get them out when the fish are biting and they will catch.

[@Afishermanstale]

Never been any good with big lures but going to give them a go this year. Some sensible tips here

[@riverpiker]

Worth a go mate. Sometimes the big lure will tempt that bigger average size of pike. Might mean your numbers of pike is down.

[@Afishermanstale]

River Piker thanks, will let you know how I get on.

[@riverpiker]

Good luck buddy. Give it a bit of time and i promise something will happen ;)

[@Boxersboy-um1fd]

Another masterclass - good luck in Sweden, don't forget the footage when you return!

[@riverpiker]

cheers buddy, will do my best. I'm just editing up two videos which means the next two fridays are sorted with some fishing action. it'll get you ready for all the videos from our trip. I'll do my best to get us some good stuff.

[@guitaroidman524]

Going to Devizes canal early on Sunday morning, the Bandit shad is getting used again.

[@riverpiker]

You been bagging plenty on that bud? Good luck mate, we'll be flying to sweden at that time.

[@guitaroidman524]

Its my top lure since I decided to buy a sort of different big pike lures. I keep coming back to it, and its covered in bite marks. I've gotten to the point where I want to use it, but I'm too scared to lose it because its special.

[@riverpiker]

we all have those lures mate, but got to use them. They catch fish

[@DomFishingUK]

those 25cm swim and jerks are the biz, was a go to at one bit to trigger a strike.

[@riverpiker]

I agree. Big lazy side to side swimming action just looks so tantalising.

[@johnjones-sv9pe]

Good luck on your trip mate

[@riverpiker]

Thanks John, lets hope we find a few fish.

[@Jamie-us1jj]

Keep the vids coming,thanks to yourself I got out with the lures and got a pike yesterday,was not a monster but at least I caught something.i was unlucky not to get 2 more.good luck in Sweden.

[@riverpiker]

good to hear mate, next time out those others might stick. Keep enjoying it bud and cheers! Just got back so will make some videos from the week.

[@Jamie-us1jj]

River Piker I can't wait to see how you got on!

[@riverpiker]

Just finished the rough edit of the second video. Ace video, i really like it. You guys are in for a treat. Might get videos 3, 4 and 5 out of the other footage, i've not even sifted through it all yet.

[@LiamJProduction]

Great video once again going piking tomorrow

[@riverpiker]

Nice Liam good luck mate. Good time for a few pike.

[@huntnfishnuts5880]

All great choices there Paul. I guess your just going to have to ditch the spare socks and undies and take more lures. Good luck in Sweden, sounds like a great opportunity, looking forward to some footage from that.

[@riverpiker]

went with a half empty suitcase and came back full! lol

[@Deathst4lker]

Just seen this :) My bag of big lures is growing......... my confidence in them, not so much - so this was a good kick up the ass for the weekend :) Nice one Paul :)

[@riverpiker]

Probably not quite kicked in on the big lures yet mate I'd guess. Might still be fry feeding. but it's always worth a shot.

[@craigwallace4809]

Great video mate cheers for sharing buddy 🎣👍😉 keep them coming pal.😎

[@riverpiker]

cheers pal, just working on two more vids as we speak. ;)

[@barriewatson]

Nice one , hope you have a good time in Sweden. Regards Barrie Watson

[@riverpiker]

cheers Barrie, i'm sure we will.

[@andydunnock8114]

Don't overdo the pants and socks. Take more space raiders, eat 'em, and leave more room for Swedish lures on the way home. Have a great trip!

[@riverpiker]

Andy, you have discovered my plan. Our lass is currently sorting my suitcase for me and i'm worried she's going to put things in that she alls "essentials" where I just see that's wasted space for lures on the way back.

[@Vissenbijdewaterkant]

Nice video! Do not forget the spinnerbaits!!!!

[@riverpiker]

I left them out on purpose as i was going to buy some in Sweden. They had sold out fo the one i wanted and i forgot to buy another! aaargh!

[@Vissenbijdewaterkant]

In Pike fight they where da bomb!

[@riverpiker]

yeah they sure were and that's why they were sold out lol

[@Dansexotics]

What braking strain braid you using mate and also what traces you using ? Great video 👍

[@pastrafulea]

happy,happy,happy...

[@alexryder3270]

Great vid pal! Could you recommend a custom lure (that’s not a burt) for me to get my mate for xmas?

[@riverpiker]

I'm presuming big pike lures Alex. If he likes jerkbaits, honestly get in touch with Robinson Lures UK on facebook and get the trout glider (thumnail pic for this video). He does floating and sinking version. Also does a few other lures like a jointed trout, bream and more but i've not used those.

[@kieran5694]

Great vidoe mate ! Also that squirrley burt looks like its got a longer tail than normal? Or is that just me

[@riverpiker]

It might be i've not checked. It's not an original tail

[@MrTestcurve]

Where did you get the long burt tail from Paul?

[@riverpiker]

I get them from Robinson Lures UK who makes the tails. I think they are wolftail if large or cut down version for burt tails. they are spot on.

[@MrTestcurve]

Cheers bro

[@damo6663]

Another great vid paul. Could you do a vid about manvers telling us more info please

[@riverpiker]

cheers bud. I'm not going to get chance to be honest mate. I'm away tomorrow and then got a few things happening when i get back. Best thing you can do is get on the Sheffield and Rotherham PAC facebook page and ask Phil heaton if you need any info as he is running it.

[@damo6663]

No problem at all mate. Defo looking forward to it. Pulling a sickie from work to to attend ssshhhhh

[@riverpiker]

ha ha nice one pal

[@mjlloney]

17:35 is that the one me lad picked out mate? he's just done a backflip when he seen it :)

[@riverpiker]

ha yes it is mate. Have you two been getting out much?

[@mjlloney]

As much as we can mate,he's been teaching me lately!

[@riverpiker]

ha ha I did expect that would happen

[@ericdemander7589]

Did you get invited by kanalgratis or any of the bigger swedish fishing channels? I would like to see you on one of those!

[@riverpiker]

Hi Eric. As you might have noticed we are wearing the Leech gear these days and so yes we are going out to fish with those boys to finally meet them. We will also be meeting the guys at American tackle and guides Catchbigger.se. We also rather smartly timed it perfect with the live final of Pike Fight from Freewater pictures so we can watch the show and share a beer with some top anglers. We will do our best to get some video from our trip and we shall plan some future adventures with luck.

[@ericdemander7589]

Cool! thanks for the reply

[@riverpiker]

No probs buddy and yes ti would be cool to fish in one of the shows one day

[@valzerna]

Nice video Paul! Very helpful! Do you recommend the Okuma Komodo 364 for big lures up to 180 grams? Or maybe the Daiwa Lexa 300? thanks and cheers from Switzerland!

[@riverpiker]

thanks mate. My komodo 364 has been perfect for the big lures and taken some real abuse so yes i would recommend it. I've not used the Lexa but have seen some lads posts where they have said they are happy with it. So i guess it's down to your choice or budget. I think you will be happy with both

[@valzerna]

thank you! i appreciate the fact that you always reply when we have some questions! btw gonna buy the komodo ss! cheers

[@riverpiker]

I always do my best to reply mate. Gets harder and harder these days with so many questions, here, facebook, email. But I do my best. cheers bud.

[@TheWowcol]

What did are you using there?

[@matthewaldridge5203]

What heavy cast weight rod roughly 70g to 150g would you recommend

[@riverpiker]

Matt we are loving the new Gator rods personally but it's all about budget. what you got to spend?

[@matthewaldridge5203]

About £100

[@riverpiker]

I've not used one but what about the new Prorex rods from Daiwa, they do a 150g 6ft9 for about £80 at Bobco Tackle.

[@craigwallace4809]

Matthew Aldridge the shamano beastmaster is a great rod goto any fishing shop an ask for the beastmaster rod and you'll​ get it for about £85 do abit of haggling and you'll get it for £80 😉 keep calm and keep fishing buddy 🎣👍

[@riverpiker]

nice one Craig ;)

[@alexanderlundstrom8825]

Where in Sweden are you guys going? Im from Sweden

[@riverpiker]

Hi Alex. Sorry just got back and catching up. We went to stockholm and then Varmdo is where we stayed. Fished a few places through the week, lake and archipelago so got the expereince. Also went to the pike fight final which was cool, plus sodersportfske and Lungrens shops. Will come back again at some point. Where abouts are you based?

[@lexingtonlad5745]

Stop stepping backwards you'll fall in 😄

[@Boz-tx5cn]

Hahaha Just take all of em mate have done with it 😂

[@riverpiker]

I've got a baggage allowance of one suitcase and one hand luggage. So the clothes are in the rucksack and the lures are in the suitcase! ha ha

[@Boz-tx5cn]

River Piker Can never have enough lures mate I used to travel light when lure fishing now I can hardly pick my rucksack up lol. Is that Eggbrough Power station in the background don't think you are far from me there bud

[@riverpiker]

Mate we've all been there its crazy. Off to some swedish tackle shops so who knows what i'll end up buying. and yes it is.

[@Boz-tx5cn]

River Piker Sure you'll find some cracking stuff hope you have a good trip fella look forward to seeing how yer get on over there 👍

[@billymurray8615]

What strength wire trace are you using.

[@riverpiker]

It's a 100lb titanium trace from Chicoslures

[@MrTestcurve]

I'm old and a bit deaf and didn't catch the name of the weedless lure...sorry, can you repeat. Cheers Paul.

[@riverpiker]

Its a Swedish lure, called Hidehook. I had some sent to me to test out, liked them so now LureLounge have some in stock. Perfect for fishing around the grasses and lillies.

[@MrTestcurve]

Thanks Paul

[@thomasmorris9022]

Ok I want honesty now. Did you or did you not have a hard on when you were pulling out all those Jerkbaits? You were getting pretty fired up then Paul lmao 😂😂😂

[@riverpiker]

ha ha, I wouldn't be normal if i didn't!

[@MarkCarp]

big choice there paul, looks like you're struggling mate?🎣lol

[@riverpiker]

Just slightly Mark! lol. I've narrowed it down to about ten at the minute, three of the burts! lol

[@MarkCarp]

10 sounds good paul, just make sure your wallet is fat enough to for a visit to a local tackle shop😎

[@riverpiker]

ha , ispent about £300 but you'll see that in an upcoming video

[@MarkCarp]

I've been a bit adventurous myself paul, I spent £20 on a squirrely burt mate, it's the most expensive lure I've ever bought😂😂😂ha ha ha

[@matthewward5892]

Leave the spare y fronts at home

[@riverpiker]

Only gone a week, I don't need them do i?

[@lumzarinum]

what type of trebles and split ring you used ?

[@riverpiker]

I usually have a mxed pack of Eagle Claw 374 sizes 1/0, 2/0 and 3/0 and these fit most of my larger pike lures. Split rings, either strong rings such as the wolfram split rings or some cheap weak rings off ebay for the hooks