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Muskie with angler and bucktail. how to catch a muskie with a bucktail

🎣 The Complete Muskie & Pike Lure Presentation Guide

How to choose and fish bucktails, rubber, and easy-meal baits based on fish behavior. Muskie and Northern Pike are apex predators. They don’t feed constantly — they feed in windows. The anglers who catch big fish consistently are the ones who match lure style to fish mood, not just the

Angler holding a trophy bass caught on the DeLong 16" Snake Lure, made in America.

🎣 Best Bass Lures by Season: The Complete Guide for Catching Bass All Year

Bass behavior changes with water temperature, food availability, and seasonal patterns — so the best lure is always the one that matches what bass are feeding on right now. This guide shows exactly which lures to throw in each season, how to work them, and what adjustments make the biggest

DeLong Muskie Fishing Gift Packs — handcrafted lures made in the USA for serious muskie fishermen.

🎣 Why DeLong Lures Make the Best Fishing Gifts for Any Angler

🎁 Give a Gift That Actually Catches Fish Every angler loves new gear — but there’s a difference between a lure that looks good in the package and one that actually catches fish. That’s why DeLong Lures Fishing Gift Packs have become a favorite choice among anglers and families alike.Each

DeLong Mayfly Nymph Lure Next to Real Mayfly – Realistic Soft Plastic Bug Imitation

Why Every Angler Needs a Mayfly Imitation in Their Tackle Box

What Makes the Mayfly So Important to Fish Mayflies are one of the most common aquatic insects in North America — and nearly every fish species eats them. Bluegill, crappie, perch, bass, and trout all feed on mayfly nymphs as a natural food source throughout the year. When you throw

DeLong Lures Bass Bucktail in Fire Tiger – bright multi-color inline spinner with hammered blades.

How to Fish an Inline Bucktail for Bass

When bass get smart and stop hitting the same old spinnerbaits, it’s time to throw something different.The DeLong Lures Bass Bucktail takes everything you love about a spinnerbait and upgrades it into a handcrafted, inline design that bass simply haven’t seen before. This lure gives you musky-grade flash and vibration

DeLong Lures color selection guide showing a variety of bass fishing lures in Fire Tiger, Junebug, Green Pumpkin, and other top colors.

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Lure Color for Bass Fishing

If you’ve ever stood in front of a tackle wall wondering “Which color should I throw today?” — you’re not alone.Bass see color differently than humans, and matching your bait to the water, light, and region can make the difference between getting skunked and catching a monster. At DeLong Lures,

Angler holding a trophy bass caught using the DeLong 16-inch Snake topwater lure, made in the USA.

🧠 The Science Behind Snake Lures: Why Bass Can’t Resist Them

For decades, the DeLong 16″ Snake has been one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — topwater baits ever made. Some anglers see a 16-inch soft plastic snake and think, “No way a bass will hit that.” But the truth is, when conditions line up, big bass can’t help

kids fishing for blue gill and girl fishing for bass

The Ultimate Fishing Lure: Why DeLong Lures Are the Best Choice for Anglers

For over 75 years, DeLong Lures has been at the forefront of the fishing tackle industry, trusted by anglers across the globe for their exceptional quality and performance. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your fishing journey, DeLong Lures are designed to help you land more fish, every

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Wholesale Deals for Bait Stores with Free Custom Facebook Ads

Wholesale Packages for Bait Stores – DeLong Lures Boost Your Bait Store Sales with DeLong Lures Wholesale ProgramAre you looking to stock high-quality fishing lures that your customers can’t resist? DeLong Lures offers exclusive wholesale packages for bait stores, complete with built-in marketing support to help your business thrive. When