Fly-fishing for northern pike: Expert tips from Outdoor Canada

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It’s hard to believe fly purists once looked down on northern pike as unworthy of pursuit, because catching a pike, especially a big one, on a fly rod is a true thrill. It’s very effective, too—a fly suspends, shimmers and seductively undulates in a way that positively unhinges pike unlike any other lure. Even better, the gear for targeting spring and early-summer pike is straightforward. Here’s how to get in on the action, including tips on flies, leaders, casting, fighting big fish and more.

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