Passaic River Pike

[nate01]

Pike fishing on the river this spring and summer has been good. Be prepared to lose some lures at times. Regarding leaders, I had one slice through 40 pound fluorocarbon like it wasn’t even there. Most of the time you can get away with it and be just fine, but if they catch it just right say goodbye. Some people say wire leaders result in fewer strikes, but I say they result in less heartache also. Shorter 9-12 inch ones are more convenient for casting under tress etc. just make sure they have a quality snap that doesn’t open easily...I’ve lost fish that way too.