Episode 360 of Back Lash Podcast: Jeff sits down with Brad and Carrie to recap the Wisconsin Musky Expo, share show-season stories, and discuss the new statewide early-season musky opener in Wisconsin.

The conversation covers concerns about early-season fishing during spawn, the role of stocking and local clubs, how anglers can get involved or donate, and plans for future stocking efforts.

They also touch on life after tackle manufacturing, upcoming gear on TeamRhinoOutdoors.com, and a fun challenge to pick five budget baits for early season fishing.

Live from the Wisconsin Musky Expo, the crew breaks down a busy day one with guides sharing wild on-water stories — from boat mishaps and soaked phones to first-cast victories and the mysterious "cinnamon beaver" follow. Lively banter, pranks, and guide nicknames keep the episode entertaining.

The episode also highlights gear and tackle talk, including underutilized baits like the Smity Wizard and new jerkbaits, leader choices, and tips to streamline your tackle box for the season.

Prepping for the Wisconsin Muskie Expo amid heavy snow, the hosts cover booth inventory, Musky Mayhem Tackle changes, and show details for March 20–22 at the Central Wisconsin Convention Center.

Guest Austin Wiggerman introduces Wave Products rod organizers and shares his current guiding reports from Kinkaid, Southern Illinois—water temps, clarity shifts, and bites on rattle traps, crankbaits, and gliders.

The episode also discusses rod and rig setups, fishing tactics for pre-spawn windows, guide availability, and contact info for booking trips.

This week on Back Lash Podcast we talk river musky with Noah Binsfeld of Get the Net Guide Service — jet‑boat shallow‑water runs, bucktails, topwater, big blades, weed challenges, and tips for targeting big and multiple fish in changing water conditions.

Plus a Wisconsin Muskie Expo preview (March 20–22) with Noah’s Saturday seminar at 4 PM, new Musky Mayhem Tackle bait releases, and how to book a trip with Noah.

Live from the Minnesota Muskie Expo, Brad Hoppe and three guides answer listener questions on topwater tactics, rubber baits, swim baits, sucker rigs, tackle storage, and how to adapt when the bite gets tough. They share gear tips, presentation tricks, and memorable fishing stories from the season.

The show also touches on changing season openers, upcoming Wisconsin Muskie Expo dates, and how to contact the guides for trips and more information.

In this episode the hosts preview the Minnesota Muskie Expo, share updates from Team Rhino Outdoors and Musky Mayhem Tackle, and announce a live recording at the show. They welcome guest Dave Brown (formerly of Keyes Outdoors) for an in-depth conversation about musky fishing, river tactics, bait work, and industry hot topics like forward-facing sonar, stocking, and social media and pro-staff dynamics.

The episode blends practical tips for breaking down new waters, river fishing strategies, and bait choices with candid opinions about technology, pressure on fisheries, and the future of the sport.

Live from the Milwaukee Muskie Expo, hosts and guest guides trade wild fishing and boat stories, including solo big-fish boatings and hand-lined river muskies.

The episode covers river vs. lake guiding styles, tech and flow effects on musky, the social media impact on the sport, and personal goals for 2026.

Listeners are reminded about the Minnesota Muskie Expo (Feb 27–Mar 1 at Canterbury Park, in Shakopee MN) and encouraged to stop by for more stories and gear talk.

Welcome to a pre‑Milwaukee Muskie Expo episode of Back Lash Podcast — Jeff and Brad catch up on the shop being slammed, last‑minute show prep, and upcoming expo dates in West Bend and Shakopee.

They discuss new Rig Boss arrivals, glide bait vs. rubber tactics, leader recommendations, live podcast details from the Milwaukee show, and what to expect at the Minnesota Muskie Expo.

Jesse Karau of Slime & Slay Outdoors joins the Back Lash Podcast to share his Northwoods musky adventures, season highlights (including a 48-inch fish), and the family roots that shaped his fishing career.

We cover tactics for windy and winter conditions, topwater and bucktail strategies, the M13 big-blade bait, solo-fishing tips, and where to find gear and content.

This episode announces the sale of Musky Mayhem Tackle, Chaos Tackle, and Musky Innovations to Paul Check, who discusses his background, plans, and the transition process.

Hosts and former owners address rumors about production and big-box plans, explain timelines for inventory and staffing moves, and share reflections, thanks, and upcoming show appearances.

Live from the Chicago Muskie Expo, three top guides—DJ Chupita, Phil Bauerly  and Spencer Berman—share their favorite 2025 fishing stories, discuss moon and weather effects, and explain how they pick spots and adapt through the season.

They cover practical tips on pattern switching, water clarity, electronics, guiding mindset, destination picks, and why they keep chasing muskies year after year.