Walleye Fishing Equipment

Jigging Rod:

• 6'6" - 7' medium or medium-light power
• Fast action for sensitivity and hooksets
• Spinning or baitcasting depending on preference

Live Bait/Rigging Rod:

• 6'6" - 7' medium-light power
• Moderate action allows fish to take bait
• Spinning preferred for most anglers

Trolling Rod:

• 7' - 8'6" medium to medium-heavy power
• Moderate action absorbs strikes
• Line counter reels are standard

Spinning Reels:

• 2500-3000 size for most applications
• Smooth drag for light line work
• Quality bearings for long life

Baitcasting Reels:

• Low-profile reels for jigging and vertical work
• 6:1 - 7:1 gear ratio is versatile

Line Counter Reels:

• Essential for consistent trolling depth
• Track line out to repeat successful passes

Monofilament:

• 6-10 lb for most applications
• Stretch provides forgiveness
• Good for slip bobber and live bait

Fluorocarbon:

• 6-10 lb for clear water
• Less visible than mono
• Sinks - good for jigging

Braided Line:

• 10-20 lb (equivalent to 6-8 lb mono diameter)
• Superior sensitivity for jigging
• Use fluorocarbon leader

Lead Core:

• For deep trolling
• 18-27 lb test
• Color changes indicate depth

Jig Heads:

• 1/8 - 3/8 oz for most situations
• Ball head, stand-up, and swim styles
• Glow and bright colors for low light

Live Bait Rigging:

• Walking sinkers (1/4 - 1 oz)
• Slip bobbers and bobber stops
• Hooks: #4 - #2 octopus style
• Spinner blades and harness components

Crankbaits:

• Shad-style in 2-4" lengths
• Various diving depths
• Perch, shad, and fire tiger patterns

Must-Have Items:

• Good quality electronics with GPS
• Minnow bucket with aerator
• Leech and crawler containers
• Landing net
• Needle-nose pliers
• Measuring device

Helpful Additions:

• Trolling motor for positioning
• Drift sock for controlling speed
• Rod holders for trolling
• Portable fish finder for shore fishing