Gerry Bowles Freshwater Fishing

Reel Clam

Many people tend to over complicate things when they go fishing. They want to have a expensive boat, electronics that can find a sunken boat in 500 feet of water, and line that costs $89. All of these things are nice, but they are not needed to catch fish, including Northern pike. While I would like to have all that, most fisherman cannot afford it. But that is okay, as sometimes simple is better.

Starting off, just make sure your rod and reel can handle a few hundred yards of line. Normally at least 10 pound line for pike. More may be better if you think there are some trophies around. Rods should be about 7 foot long and able to handle a huge fish. Make sure it is flexible enough to cast a long distance too though. Normally, this would be a medium-heavy action rod. Not rocket science here, just plain old fishing sense.

Another simple tip I can add is that to make sure you have fresh line on the reel. Nothing makes me more annoyed than some guy with 2 year old line and it breaks on the hook set. That is just plain dumb. Do not be lazy and these fish will be caught. These ideas are not new, just basic tips that people often overlook.

Your pike lures should be flashy and able to be retrieved quickly. If allowed, I like treble hooks since they always seem to hook good. Just be careful not to maul the fish when releasing him, these fish grow slowly, especially north in Canada.

Again, sometimes simple is best, and do not forget the little things, and you will catch more northern pike.

This information may help you next time you go Pike fishing.
Pike Lures

A Clam $24.99 Alain Caste A Clam - Photographic Print

For Reel $14.99 For Reel

The Reel $10.19 The Reel

Clam Attack $39.99 Ricki Mountain Clam Attack - Giclee Print

Clam Dories $34.99 Douglas Brega Clam Dories - Art Print

Reel To Reel $24.99 Chaloner Woods Reel To Reel - Photographic Print

Clam Chouder (Import) $31.4 Clam Chouder (Import)

ANDERSON,ED: OCCASIONAL CLAM $12.92 ANDERSON,ED: OCCASIONAL CLAM

FRANTIC CLAM: ANATOMICA $7.07 FRANTIC CLAM: ANATOMICA

Symphonies 1-9 (Clam) $35.23 Symphonies 1-9 (Clam)

Zebco Corp. Zebco Corp. Medium Spincast Reel 202KR $6.79 Medium spincast reel Medium freshwater spincast reel ZAMAK metal gears Wide range, spring loaded drag High-impact Cycolac casing and frame Stainless steel line pickup system Prespooled with 70 yd./10 lb Zebco premium monofilament line Ratio 2.5:1, 5.7 oz Clam pack Brand #: Zebco Corp. 202KR UPC: 032784573180 Keywords: reel fishing

Zebco Corp. Zebco Corp. Heavy-duty Spincast Reel 404LECP $10.12 Heavy-duty spincast reel Heavy-duty freshwater reel Powerful ZAMAK metal gears Wide range, spring loaded drag Corrosion proof Cycolac casing and frame Silent, selective Anti-Reverse Anodized aluminum double handle Weight: 6.6 oz Prespooled with 75 yd./15 lb Zebco premium monofilament line Ratio 2.5:1, larger spool for increased line capacity and an On/Off Anti-Reverse Clam pack Brand #: Zebco Corp. 404LECP UPC: 032784004042 Keywords: reel fishing

Bohemian Rhapsody (clam) $6 Bohemian Rhapsody (clam) - Queen and The Muppets

Paddy's Clam House $39.99 Paddy's Clam House - Giclee Print

Blank Clam Shell $39.99 Blank Clam Shell - Giclee Print

Generic Clam Shell $14.99 Generic Clam Shell - Premium Poster

GerberTool E-Z Skinner - Clam $14.99 E-Z SKINNER, CLAM

Zebco Corp. Zebco Corp. 6lb Optix Spinning Reel OP20FCP $20.27 6lb optix spinning reel Aluminum Long Stroke spool 4 stainless steel bearings Continuous Anti-Reverse Smooth front drag Spare graphite spool Passes the new 10 year Q-Rating testing system Ratio 5.3:1 Clam packed 140 yd./6 lb. line Brand #: Zebco Corp. OP20FCP UPC: 032784560593 Keywords: fishing reel optix spinning equipment

Zebco Corp. Zebco Corp. Platinum Spincast Reel 33PLCP $30.65 Platinum spincast reel 5 stainless steel bearings Integrated front cover lock Continuous Anti-Reverse Right or left retrieve Triple-cam drag Dual ceramic pickup pins Stainless steel covers Soft-touch rubber thumb button handles Prespooled with 10 lb. line 3.4:1 gear ratio Clam pack Brand #: Zebco Corp. 33PLCP UPC: 032784555179 Keywords: reel fishing

Zebco Corp. Zebco Corp. 2bb 33 Gold Spncast Reel 33GOLDCP $24.33 2bb 33 gold spncast reel Corrosion-resistant, all-metal gears Stainless steel covers Positive Pickup Dual-cam all-metal Zebco Magnum drag Dual paddle crank handle 2 ball bearings Line capacity: 90 yd. of 10 lb. Medium design 1-piece die-cast handle Left or right retrieve Clam pack Brand #: Zebco Corp. 33GOLDCP UPC: 032784538974 Keywords: reel fishing spincast equipment

Story Of A Clam $6.99 Story of a Clam is a special, magical tale of an egotistical clam who thinks he and his community are the center of the universe. It offers us the artistry of the written word, creating an adventure in evolving consciousness. In an exciting series of events, the clam becomes aware that "there is more to life than you presently know and experience."

Zebco Corp. Zebco Corp. Medium Spincast Reel 33CP $22.55 Medium spincast reel Magnum drag system with wide range, dial actuated 2200 calibrated click adjustment Medium freshwater spincast reel has stainless steel corrosion-proof casings New, improved Positive Pickup system never misses the line Helical gear system for strong, quiet retrieve Ceramic pickup pin for reduced line wear Prespooled with 100 yd./10 lb. high-performance line, custom formulated for quality by Zebco Ratio 3.0:1, 7.7 oz Clam pack Brand #: Zebco Corp. 33CP UPC: 032784555209 Keywords: reel fishing

Mantle of a large clam $39.99 David Doubilet Mantle of a large clam - Photographic Print

Gill of a Freshwater Clam $19.99 Micro Discovery Gill of a Freshwater Clam - Photographic Print

Tan Clam Shell $8.99 Georgia O'Keeffe Tan Clam Shell - Art Print

A Tombstone with Relief Sculpture of a Clam $39.99 A Tombstone with Relief Sculpture of a Clam - Photographic Print

Mantle of a giant clam $39.99 David Doubilet Mantle of a giant clam - Photographic Print

Clam Curry, Indonesia $24.99 Peter Hendrie Clam Curry, Indonesia - Photographic Print

Souvenir from... Clam Shell $39.99 Souvenir from... Clam Shell - Giclee Print

Clam Shell, Souvenir from -- $39.99 Clam Shell, Souvenir from -- - Giclee Print

Freshwater Clam Gills $19.99 Micro Discovery Freshwater Clam Gills - Photographic Print

A Close-View of a Magnificent Clam $39.99 A Close-View of a Magnificent Clam - Photographic Print

Snazaroo 6 color Clam Pack $11.99 Snazaroo 6 color Clam Pack

Family Guy-Drunken Clam Animated $10 Family Guy-Drunken Clam Animated

Hummingbird / FISHFINDER, 570 CLAM / 408190-1 $225.15 Hummingbird - FISHFINDER, 570 CLAM - 408190-1