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SUPER SHAD RAPS

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I was wondering if anyone has had any success trolling Super Shad Raps for muskies? I know trolling for muskies is not a popular option for the "serious muskie fisherman" but it is something I would like to explore. I have caught muskies trolling for walleyes on smaller crankbaits, I was just wondering if this giant of the shad rap family is as effective as it's smaller variety?

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I don't spend very much time trolling, but once in a while in late fall I will troll a little (It can be tough to cast with winter gloves on) and the Super Shad is a great lure. I normally run it at about 3 mph along the edge of something. Now that something can be a weed bed, a rock pile, a steep drop, a mid-lake hump etc. Just locate the structure you want to work and then begin trolling using a weaving pattern, do not go in a straight line. By avoiding the straight line you will not only cover both sides of the structure, you will also be constantly changing your lure speed which will entice more fish to attack. You can then adjust your speed depending on when you are getting the hits. Remember to remove the hooks while the fish is still in the net/water and release it properly and as soon as possible because catching a fish trolling really takes a toll on the their energy level. Good luck.

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Have not done the trolling thing but I have seen these out fish about everything under the sun the few times I have muskie fished. I have seen them work in a variety of conditions and situations as well and they are my go-to all around lure.

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you bet it works! I have caught several muskies trolling supershad raps in the Ottawa River. I used them mostly during cold front situations or times when I thought a smaller presentation would entice a strike, I have trolled them fast to about 6mph, slow, long line, short line and in the prop wash. I would say my best success came from shortline trolling along the weed edge or where you could get on top of the weeds. The lures don't dive real deep. about 3-4 feet at 3.5 mph and 15-20ft of line out. Good luck and hold on tight!

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