Pike have sharp teeth, so two things matter: a big bait they will chase and a steel leader that will not cut. We sell large minnow lures, a jerkbait, spoons and 20-packs of steel leaders. The sizes below are from the listings.
Which lures?
Large minnows, jerkbaits and spoons are common choices. Ours include a 17.8 cm minnow, a 20 cm 49 g trolling minnow, an 18 cm 41 g deep diving minnow and a 9 cm 26 g jerkbait.
Why a steel leader?
Pike teeth can cut monofilament and braid. A steel wire leader resists them. Ours are 20-packs in 15, 20, 24 and 30 cm with swivels.
How do I fish them?
Retrieve a big minnow steadily or with twitches, and pause. Cast along weed edges and drop-offs.
What gear do I need?
A rod and reel that can cast a heavy lure, and strong line. See our rods and combos.
Compare what we sell
| Product | What the listing says | In the box | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large minnow lure, 17.8 cm, 2/0 hook | Length: 17.8 cmWeight: 27 g (from the listing title)Hook: Size 2/0 | Minnow lure: 1 | $10.99 |
| Large trolling minnow lure, 20 cm, 49 g | Length: 20 cmWeight: 49 gLip: Metal | Minnow lure: 1 | $10.99 |
| Deep diving minnow lure, 18 cm, 41 g | Length: 18 cmWeight: 41 gDiving depth: 0.8 to 3 m | Minnow lure: 1 | $10.99 |
| Glide jerkbait with rattle, 9 cm, 26 g | Length: 9 cmWeight: 26 gHooks: Two size 4 treble | Jerkbait: 1 | $9.99 |
| Steel wire fishing leaders with swivel, 20 pack | Per pack: 20Lengths: 15 to 30 cmColours: Black, green | Steel leaders: 20 | $10.99 |
Questions people ask
Do I need a leader for pike?
Yes. Their teeth can cut ordinary line, so a steel leader is standard.
What size lure?
Large ones, 15 cm and up, are common for pike.
Which of ours dives deepest?
The 18 cm minnow lists a dive depth of 0.8 to 3 m.
