Nice job on the Pike. Over the last couple of years, I've started to appreciate that size Pike a lot more. The waters that I fish with them aren't known for monster Pike, so when I get them in that size range, I know that I'm finding some of the bigger Pike in the lake. I'd love to get some in the 40+ inch range, but I think they are about as rare as a 50" Musky around here.

Its funny that you mention the bite being off. I've been able to make a couple of short trips over the last couple of weeks and have been surprised by the lack of action. I'm not even seeing many fish. I've been focusing on weeds and bait but just can't seem to find the toothy critters along with them. I plan to try and get out during the big temperature drop on Friday. Any other time, I would try to avoid that kind of thing, but I don't have much to lose at this point. LOL If nothing else, hopefully the cooldown will get things rolling afterward.

Good luck.

Jay