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When using a big deadbait, over 10 inches long, for big pike would it be better to leave the bait hole or fillet it out?
10" is not too big for most any pike. I've caught 2 footers on bait that size, I'd leave it in the round. I've fished up to 15" deads in the round with a quick strike rig. Smallest fish on that size was 39".
Make sure to check the reg when you are using this size of bait. In MN a CO may think you are targeting muskies and you could get a ticket if you are on a lake with muskies (after Dec 2 this year).