Back Lash Musky Fishing Podcast

Episode 214 - Live from the Wisconsin Musky Expo

This week Jeff Van Remortel fills in as co host since Brad isn't at this musky expo. We also bring in guides Jeff Hanson, Nate Osfar, Steve Jonesi, Matt Ross, Taylor Flannery, Gus Mantey, Will Buhler, and Phil Stodola to talk all things musky fishing. Some of the topics include - picking lakes in Northern Wisconsin, new baits for 2023, must have trolling baits, tactics and time of year for open water casting, choosing a reel, jigging, and 1 mistake many anglers make. If you need gear for your 2023 musky fishing adventures visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com) 

Episode 213 - Guide Panel Live from the Minnesota Muskie Expo

This week we record live from the Minnesota Muskie Expo. We cover a variety of topics that include - Talking to the Rosemount Fishing Team, how to approach a cold front, tactics for catching following fish, breaking down new water, solo fishing, and the guide panel talks briefly about their personal best musky catches. The guide panel includes - Matt Seifert, Jeff Van Remortel, Luke Swanson, Jeremy Smith, Austin Wiggerman, Michael Hanson, Steve Herbeck, Dave Schueck, and DJ Chupita. If you need gear for your next musky fishing adventure visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinoooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com) 

Episode 212 - Rich Reinert

This week we talk to Rich Reinert who has been involved in the musky industry for roughly 50 years. We talk about the Wisconsin Musky Expo (www.wimuskyexpo.com) which comes up March 17th - 19th. After that we talk about colors fish see, how to approach lazy following fish, and how long before making a bait change. If you need gear for your next musky fishing adventure visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com). Look for new episodes of this podcast every Wednesday morning. Thank you for listening. 

Episode 211 - Andy Hendrickson/MN Muskie Expo Preview

This week we are back in the shop and we talk with Paul Hartman who runs the Minnesota Muskie Expo (www.mnmuskieexpo.com) about what to expect at the show coming up on March 10th - 12th. We also talk to Andy Hendrickson who is a guide out of Northern WI. Topics we discuss with Andy include, what's special about Northern WI and his approach/baits for fishing dark stained water. If you need gear for this season please consider supporting Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com) 

Episode 210 - Live from the Milwaukee Muskie Expo

This week we have a guide panel discussion at the Milwaukee Muskie Expo. Guides and industry professionals include Steve Genson, Jeff Van Remortel, Kevin Pischke, Austin Wiggerman, Bryan Scheffer, Jeff Schulte, Chase Gibson, Brian Senkbiel, Shawn Josephson, Bob Weeks, and Scott Wilkie who is the president of the Muskellunge Club of WI. Topics include over looked baits in 2022, rod selection, rubber repair, working to your strengths as an angler and an overview of what the MCW does to help musky fishing in Southern WI. If you need gear for your next musky fishing adventure visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com). We can't thank everyone enough for their support at the show this past weekend. Good Luck Fishing. 

Episode 209 - Scott Donovan

This week we talk with Scott Donovan who runs Shawnee Expeditions (www.shawneeguides.com) about what's happening on the water right now in Southern IL. We also talk about flap tails, glide baits, and a kids camp. Jeff and Brad also kick off the show with an announcement about the Milwaukee Muskie Expo on February 17th.  If you need gear to get out on the water visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com). 

Episode 208 - Robbie Jarnigo

This week we talk to Robbie Jarnigo who many would know from the Todays Angler YouTube channel. Robbie talks about what got him started with musky and filming, life in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, his best bait from 2022, and getting off the beaten path to find musky success. If you need gear for your 2023 musky adventures visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com) 

Episode 207 - Frank Weeda

This week we change things up a bit and talk about the journey to becoming a musky fisherman with Frank Weeda. Frank talks about what got him started with is musky addiction and side conversations develop along the way. If you need gear for 2023 visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com)

Episode 206 - Muskie Expo Chicago Wrap Up

Coming off a long show weekend we take the easy way out this episode to wrap up Muskie Expo Chicago. We had a great weekend at the show and want to thank you all for coming out. In this episode we will also talk wire vs fluorocarbon leaders and snaps vs split rings. If you need gear for your 2023 musky adventures visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com) 

Episode 205 - Gavin Falk and Ryan Teach with St Croix Rods

This week we talk about St Croix Rods with Gavin Falk and Ryan Teach. We start the conversation with a brief background on them and what their roles are within St Croix Rods. We also talk about the entire rod lineup, the process of getting a rod to market, split grip vs full cork, and warranty. If you need gear for your next musky fishing adventure visit Team Rhino Outdoors (www.teamrhinooutdoors.com) and Musky Mayhem Tackle (www.muskymayhemtackle.com). See us January 20-22 at the Chicago Muskie Expo.