Off Shore Tackle Podcast

This month, a conversation with Off Shore Pro Staffer and tournament tested angler....David Kolb. . David recently won the MWT Tournament on Lake Erie with a very impressive catch in a challenging conditions. Kolb talks about trolling Off Shore OR 12 boards and why the Tattle Flag was key in this latest win. He describes the difference in trolling with the waves, verses trolling the trough, why water clarity is key to success and the challenge of finding aggressive, post spawn fish.

We're talking with Paul Alpers of the National Crappie League this month on the Off Shore Tackle Podcast. Paul is a lifelong crappie angler and intimately involved in the world of crappie tournaments for decades. He talks about the evolution of crappie angling and why trolling is still a very effective way to cover water and catch fish. Alpers also discusses the world of crappie tournaments and why they're a great way to learn more about catching that popular panfish.

We kick off the new year on the Off Shore Tackle podcast talking with "Crappie Dan", Dan Dannenmueller. Dan talks about wintertime fishing, including how to trigger a cold water bite. He also discusses the range of crappies, difference between black and white crappies and river fishing versus in a lake. The veteran Alabama angler also talks about trolling for crappies, choosing the right boards and how tadpoles can help you dial in the perfect depth.

We wrap up our three part conversation with the man who started Off Shore Tackle...Bruce DeShano. "The Chairman of the Boards" talks about his companies move into new markets, including striper and catfish, why you probably won't see Off Shore products for saltwater anglers and also why the popular OR 12 boards is still "unfinished". Bruce also describes his role as a teacher and promoter, todays market dynamics and the role charter captains now play in Off Shore promotion. The "Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame" member also talks about the transition in leadership to his son Nick and what the future might hold for this proud American company.

Lake Ontario is the destination this time on the Off Shore Tackle Podcast as we talk with Rick Hajecki of Crazy Yankee Sportfishing. Rick talks about the Lake Ontario salmon and trout fishery. He also describes the differences between tournament fishing and running charters, the importance of networking to find fish and why social media has become a big part of his business. The lifelong angler then talks about his relationship with Off Shore and why good partnerships are critical to success. Hajecki also looks ahead to some good fall walleye fishing and outstanding wintertime brown trout trolling action.

We're talking about trolling the big water....and the river, this time on the Off Shore Tackle podcast with tournament angler Roy Miller. We catch up with Roy as he's prefishing for an MWT Tourney on Northern Lake Huron. He describes his program for catching fish in crystal clear water. Then the conversation turns toward chasing walleye in rivers. While most anglers jig for those fish, Roy prefers to troll. Miller trolls the Detroit River but says the tactic will work on other rivers as well.

We're headed to southern Lake Michigan and the port of St. Joe this time on the Off Shore Tackle podcast. Captain Mike Boyd of Coldwater Charters talks about early season trolling for salmon and trout, including the difference between copper and lead core line. Mike also explains his set up, including the use of Off Shore OR 12 planers and the bigger SST Pro Mag boards (that he calls a "school bus"). He describes the process of getting a new charter boat ready for the water, why the St. Joe fishery is unique, fishing dirty water...and much more. The conversation wraps up with Mike talking about his career as an outdoor writer and also a hunting guide.