Description
Amongst the most popular of all deadbaits, Smelt has all of the key features that pike anglers want from a bait.
The tough skin of the smelt means that they are easy to hook and stay on well, even when fishing at long range. The body is cylindrical, and they are a dense bait packed with muscle.
They have a cucumber-like smell, a bright white colour which makes them stand out to any passing pike. Especially when contrasted with the lake or river bed.
Being a tough bait, smelt can be used under a float for trotting baits on rivers, or even for fishing sink-and-draw style. They really are a very versatile bait and account for huge numbers of pike each year.
Approx 3/4 fish per pk