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Great save regardless of others overstated opinions on how to hold a pike.
overstated opinion is an understatement, good fish.
As my buddy tried to grab him with his clippers the line broke right at the hole. And then this happened.....
I'm being nice. It's one thing to respect the fish, I think most do. Its entirely different if the reaction to everyone success posted here comes with preaching...that gets old quick.
Do you guys buy lottery tickets?
That's a nice fish.BUT there is plenty of information out there about the danger of a vertical hold, especially on a big pike.Anyone fishing for the larger predators needs to read up on it.https://www.in-depthoutdoors.com/community/forums/topic/proper-hold-for-pikemuskie/
I agree, they say that the vertical hold And Bogas are not the best for pike. Fish handling is important to me so I’ll work making a better example for future anglers. Thanks for watching and tight lines!
crazy save. Those boga grips can absolutely sabotage a landing. better than a bloody hand i guess. I found better success with the plastic plyer style grips like the "fish grip". Strong work
Worst thing you can do is go through life carein what someone else says live your own life