MUSKY 360 PODCAST: Early Fall and Musky Patterns Right Now

Early Fall Topwater Tactics for Muskies

Early autumn offers up one of the most unique times to test topwater baits, since a lot of muskies are bound to still be up in the shallows. Weed growth has peaked, providing ample shallow cover. Plus, the early transition from summer into fall triggers both baitfish and predators to slide out of deeper, open water up into these weeds and shallow rocks, making them very catchable. Tall, cresting weed tops also provide a high percentage situation for a topwater bait, since many sub-surface lures are bound to collect weeds.

Total Package Trolling for Fall Musky

So many of today's Midwestern musky anglers are diehard casters. Some even consider trolling taboo, but that certainly wouldn’t be me. My fishing education background is principally centered around the foundations of Buck Perry, stressing the basic fact that "the fish are either deep, shallow, or somewhere in between".

Trolling Must Haves for Fall Fishing Success

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Swimbaits Side By Side
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Making Your Own Musky Fishing Bucktails
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Ultimate Musky Fishing Series | Spinnerbaits
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The Lil' Giant Killer
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Deadly Spring Cold Front Musky Tactic
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Guide to Musky Spinnerbaits
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Joe Bucher: Burst Blades
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Tennessee Musky Fishing: Dark Sky Musky
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Tennessee Musky Fishing: Merkel's Camp Musky Fishing
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Lunar Lunge Secrets
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How to Troll Musky with Planer Boards
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Planer Boards for Late Fall Muskies
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Muskies on Ice !!!
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Swimbaits Side By Side
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Steve's Meat Grinder
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Tricks That Make A Minnow Bait Deadly
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Muskie Fishing The Canadian Shield Lakes: Breaking Down the Big Three

Mastering the Cast: Proper Hand Positioning: Technique for a Low-Profile Baitcasting Musky Reel

Beyond the Catch: Mastering Musky Handling and Post-Release Care

Trolling Basics! Everything You Need to Know to Troll for Muskies!
Ready For Battle : The Musky Tackle Check List
Muskies are exhausting. Mentally and physically they will push you to your limits. They require not only that you beat the water endlessly for little reward, but also that you huck the largest, heaviest baits until your shoulders scream and your hands go numb. These gifts are given in generous portions to those few of us who crazy enough to target the ultimate predator.
Muskies in High Wind
Livingston Lures
Keys To Early Season Musky Success
Early season musky fishing is something that all us, who are musky nuts, can't wait to start doing, yet few us are truly successful at catching fish during this period of time. You've heard all the cliches "It's too early, They're still spawning, The water's too cold, We need some nice weather to get'em going. " The list goes on and on, but for the most part none of it should hinder your ability to catch your favorite fish during the early season. What you do need to know is WHERE the muskies are exactly, and WHAT conditions and lures are going to trigger them to strike.
Drifter Hellhounds | Jay's Bait of the Week
Drifter Hellhounds
Musky Fishing 101 : The Beginners Guide
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Cold Weather, Cold Fronts, and Deep-Water Muskies
After the fall turnover, when the turmoil of turnover lake soup settles, you might be asking yourself where have all the muskies gone. All of the sudden, the water starts to get super chilly, and it seems like the fish have all but disappeared. A lot of fishermen ask themselves these same questions and the answer is easier to understand than you might believe, it just requires a little science to get back on track.
Muskie Fishing The Canadian Shield Lakes: Breaking Down the Big Three
Muskie Fishing The Canadian Shield Lakes: Breaking Down the Big Three
3 Sure-Fire Spots for Big Muskies
3 Sure-Fire Spots for Big Muskies
Old School Musky Jigging
I was running out of time. It was to be my last trip of the year and my last chance to catch my first big musky (48-inches plus and/or 30-pounds). I had a $100 bet with my buddy’s wife that I’d catch one that year after she taunted me earlier about my lack of big fish success. I was determined to win that bet, no matter what it cost me!
Next Level Braid : New Musky Line
While the vast majority of gear conversations regarding musky fishing revolve around rods, reels, and above all else lures, the line you choose to use might be the most important component of your musky fishing experience. There is NO WORSE FEELING than putting in the time and effort to pursue, hook, and attempt to land a musky only to have your line fail—and let me tell you it happens.
Structure Fishing Master Class : Musky 360 Podcast
Muskie Fishing The Canadian Shield Lakes: Breaking Down the Big Three
Muskie Fishing The Canadian Shield Lakes: Breaking Down the Big Three
Trolling Basics! Everything You Need to Know to Troll for Muskies!
Ready For Battle : The Musky Tackle Check List
Muskies are exhausting. Mentally and physically they will push you to your limits. They require not only that you beat the water endlessly for little reward, but also that you huck the largest, heaviest baits until your shoulders scream and your hands go numb. These gifts are given in generous portions to those few of us who crazy enough to target the ultimate predator.
Drifter Hellhounds | Jay's Bait of the Week
Drifter Hellhounds
Structure Fishing Master Class : Musky 360 Podcast
Cold Weather, Cold Fronts, and Deep-Water Muskies
After the fall turnover, when the turmoil of turnover lake soup settles, you might be asking yourself where have all the muskies gone. All of the sudden, the water starts to get super chilly, and it seems like the fish have all but disappeared. A lot of fishermen ask themselves these same questions and the answer is easier to understand than you might believe, it just requires a little science to get back on track.
Old School Musky Jigging
I was running out of time. It was to be my last trip of the year and my last chance to catch my first big musky (48-inches plus and/or 30-pounds). I had a $100 bet with my buddy’s wife that I’d catch one that year after she taunted me earlier about my lack of big fish success. I was determined to win that bet, no matter what it cost me!
3 Sure-Fire Spots for Big Muskies
3 Sure-Fire Spots for Big Muskies

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298: Is it Fall Already? Musky Thoughts and Patterns Right Now

 On this week's Musky 360 Podcast,  Canadian reflections on current musky fishing patterns, dropping water temps and how to adjust. Plus updates on livescope, following muskies...where do they go and why? All this week with host Steven Paul and co-host Jay Esse.  www.TennesseeMuskyFishing.com
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