Pike fishing at the opening: 5 must-have items for success

The opening of the carnivorous season isn't just a date on the calendar. It's a moment that every angler looks forward to, prepares for and anticipates. It's also a time when you need to make a choice about the techniques to adopt and the equipment to use, which is why Rodhouse offers you this selection of 5 products you can use for pike opening.

NAYS TWN

The Nays TWN is a radical softbait for stalking record specimens. Developed in Berlin by Nays, this double grub relies on a massive silhouette to trigger the aggressiveness of fish. Its double-tail design generates strong pressure waves, perceptible from a distance by the lateral line of predators. Its wide silhouette guarantees maximum visibility in rough waters. In terms of specifications, the size 60 boasts 15.2 cm for 34 g, the size 80 offers 20.3 cm for 74 g and the 100 version peaks at 25.4 cm for 142 g. Perfect for use on Texas hooks to fly over weedbeds or on Bim Tackle's new Shallow Cruiser Rig. Each lure features a hand-painted finish in 8 colors, designed without harmful plasticizers.

Available here : Nays TWN from ? 11.48

BBZ

The BBZ has built a solid reputation for pike fishing. Over the years, this 3-part articulated swimbait has become a benchmark for both recreational and competitive anglers. What really makes it stand out is its ability to remain effective at very low speeds. Where many lures stall or lose their rolling action. But contrary to popular belief, competitors don't limit themselves to slow retrieves. Some don't hesitate to accelerate sharply to provoke reflex bites, especially over weedbeds or when fish are spotty and/or inactive...

Available here : BBZ from ? 24.90

Shallow Cruiser Rig

If you're looking to turn a simple soft lure into a water-moving machine, this bucktail is the tool for you. It's a formidable solution for soliciting big pike in little water without saturating your rod with excessive weight. Available in a wide range of 7 colors from the flashy "Orange Mecanic" to the natural "Castor Major".

Available here : Shallow Cruiser Rig priced at ?26.90

Pit Swimmer

The Pit Swimmer from Fiiish is a stocky reverse paddle shad. Its stocky silhouette allows for long casts, and it swims slowly while moving a lot of water. A must-have for your pike season. Available in 4 colors, it will be perfect for meticulously exploiting shallow areas.

Available here : Pit Swimmer from ? 6.90

WKS-SWB 807-1 IM

The WKS SWB-807 IM from Rodbuilders Republic is a rod designed for pike anglers who use lures with a lot of volume: big shads, swimbaits, big baits. A rod designed to take the punishment, but above all to perform where many others show their limits. At the heart of this rod is Gary Loomis' SWB 807 IM blank. Renowned among demanding anglers for its ability to combine power and comfort of use. But what stands out most from field feedback, particularly among technical anglers, is this famous "playful tip".

We've retained a certain tolerance at the tip, which gives us better control of the lure during animation, and above all a better hold on the fish during the fight, a key point when fishing with large hooks and powerful fish.

Available here : WKS-SWB 807 priced at ?489

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