I have a goal this year to catch a muskie through the ice. I know there are a few on here that target them on a regular bases on the ice. What I’m looking for is some info to get a good start. What type of tackle do you use(pole, line type, lures, bait, set up, strategy). I don’t want your secret spot. I plan on looking for my own spots but the tackle, set up and way to fish is what I am lacking when it come to muskie. Further note if you are willing to show me how I’m willing to spend the gas and drive if you want to take a trip.
I know this is a hush hush topic for many so please if you don’t want to put your info out there for everyone to see send me a PM
Yep - you hit the nail - all hush hush 'bout musky!
I’ve never caught one through the ice, but it is on this year’s quest list. I’m no musky expert, but I have found em, got bit, fought, landed, broked off too. Fun action in any case! Musky Ice Fishing
So where do you plan to try? I’m closer to Newton than Pineview - but hope to try both this year.
I have a jig that was real effective in the fall - and don’t know why it wouldn’t work under ice too.
Couple toyz/toolz I plan to try:
the Grabb-it hook holder and remover
the JawJacker - like a downrigger for ice-fishing
A Berkely lip-gripper, has a very long arm to it
The magic jig is a Bagley Belly Button Perch pattern - tipped with a strip of perch, or worm
Plus - catching a Musky on the underwater camera would be really wicked!