Time To Get Ready For Walleyes

The spring walleye season is just around the corner. Yes, I know the rivers are covered with ice but all it takes is a week of warm weather and we’ll see them begin to open up. You can get your summer fishing gear ready now and then when we have open water you’ll be all ready for fishing.

The most important part of your fishing equipment is your line. The boat, motor, rods, reels and lures are very important but the line is what connects you to the fish and keeps him there until you get him in hand. If you have old rotten line, you’re taking a chance of loosing a trophy walleye this spring.

If you use mono it needs to be changed. Monofilament line wears out in a short time and gets brittle if it’s not worn out. The super braided lines are much tougher and last a lot longer. They’re a bit more costly to purchase but last longer so in the long run they’re more economical.

If you use the super braided lines you MUST use a good knot to tie your lure on. A fisherman’s knot will slip because the line is so slick. The best knot to use is a Palomar knot. They’re easy to tie and very strong.

Get your lines changed and then you’re on step closer to spring fishing. Then if you hook into a trophy walleye, you’ll have the confidence to know you’re not going to break her off because of some old rotten line.

post by: Dan Bomkamp

Wisconsin Waterfront Properties