I just could not take it anymore. All the pictures that James, Chris and others were putting up of these 28 to 30 inch were driving me crazy. So i made it a point to get up to the rainy river to see if i could find some of these beautiful fish myself.
Just as they had noted in previous reports, these fish were on a tear and big fish at that. I lost count at the number of fish in the 28 to 29 inch range and a few hit the 30 inch milestone to top it off.
For me, it was a 3/8th oz B fish N tackle precision jig with a moxie. The color preference was firecracker/chart tail but other colors such as white got fish as well. And boy did these fish hit the baits with authority. Despite the windy conditions, it was all too evident when a hungry walleye would decide to go for the kill as they about pulled the rod out of your hands on numerous occasions. It is so nice not having to worry about live bait and all the hassles that go along with it, especially on a border water. Thread on a plastic, catch 20 fish, replace, repeat. As simple as that! The bite was pretty consistent during the changing weather patterns. Mornings and evenings were best but that noon hour provided a lot of fish as well. I’m glad i got to experience this awesome fishery as it is something special.
