Fishing for Northern Pike: Lures, Live Bait, and Tactics to Catch Pike in Lakes, Rivers, and Weedy Bays
About this ebook
Northern pike are apex ambush predators—fast, toothy, and unforgiving. Whether you're working weed edges with spoons, drifting sucker rigs along river bends, or tempting late-season monsters with slow-moving soft plastics, Fishing for Northern Pike shows you how to trigger strikes and land fish that fight back.
Inside, you’ll learn:
- Which lures and live baits drive aggressive hits
- How to read weed lines, drop-offs, and structure zones
- Pike behavior by temperature, clarity, and season
- When to go loud, when to go subtle
- Gear tips for leaders, hooks, scent, and UV rigging
Includes rig diagrams, species comparisons, and insight from The Real Rod—plus detailed appendices for hook types, weather conditions, bait prep, and troubleshooting.
From small lakes to northern rivers, this book gives you the edge on one of the most explosive freshwater predators out there.
About the author
Colin Chenard is the author of the Fishing Fix series, a 20-book collection dedicated to making every angler more confident and successful on the water. With a background in practical outdoor skills and a lifelong passion for fishing across lakes, rivers, and coastlines, he writes clear, no-nonsense guides designed for real fishermen.
Each book in the series blends hands-on instruction with in-depth species knowledge, covering everything from panfish and catfish to salmon, trout, and halibut. Colin’s style avoids the fluff and focuses on what actually works — proven techniques, smart gear choices, and field-tested strategies anglers can trust.
When he isn’t writing or researching, Colin spends his time on the water refining new tactics and teaching others how to fish with confidence. His goal is simple: to make fishing accessible, rewarding, and fun for everyone, whether you’re casting for your first crappie or chasing a trophy salmon offshore.
