Pike Lures: The Best Lures for Northern Pike in Quebec
We picked the lures that trigger the most violent strikes from northern pike, and the gear that keeps you from losing the fish (or your fingers).
Northern pike are ambush hunters: they wait along the edges of weed beds and strike anything that flashes, vibrates or swims erratically. They are also the ideal fish for beginners, because they forgive a lot of mistakes.
Spoons and inline spinners remain proven choices, but jerkbaits, spinnerbaits and large soft plastics often catch the biggest fish. One thing is non-negotiable: their teeth cut line, so a wire leader or a heavy fluorocarbon leader is essential.
Check the regulations for your zone (dates, catch limit, lengths) before heading out, and handle the fish with pliers and a landing net if you release it.
Dardevle
Dardevle Original Spoons (Red/White, 3/4 Ounce)
The red-and-white spoon every pike angler knows. It wobbles, flashes and casts a long way: simple, and still deadly.
Pros
- Classic proven for decades
- Very long casts
- Nearly indestructible
Cons
- Twists line without a swivel
Manufacturer description
- •Color: Red/White.
- •Weight: 3/4 oz.
- •Great for game fish like bass, walleye, muskee and pike.
Specifications
- Color
- Red/White
- Size
- 3/4-ounce
- Quantity
- 1
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Johnson
Silver Minnow Silver 1/2 oz
A spoon with a weed guard protecting the hook: retrieve it through weed beds and lily pads, where pike hide, without snagging.
Pros
- Comes through vegetation
- Proven classic
- Can be tipped with a soft plastic
Cons
- Hook set is slightly less direct
Manufacturer description
- •Silver Minnow Silver 1/2 oz
- •Silver Minnow Silver 1/2 oz
- •Silver Minnow Silver 1/2 oz
- •Silver Minnow Silver 1/2 oz
- •Silver Minnow Silver 1/2 oz
Specifications
- Color
- Multi
- Size
- One Size
- Quantity
- 1
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Blue Fox
Blue Fox Super Vibrax Tri Pack 01 Silver, Firetiger,
An inline spinner that vibrates hard thanks to its internal bell: ideal in stained water and for covering weed edges.
Pros
- Vibration felt from a distance
- Spins even at slow speeds
- Versatile (pike, walleye, trout)
Cons
- Can snag in dense weeds
Manufacturer description
- •Combine flash and low-frequency vibration
- •Virtually eliminate line twists
- •Angled blade
Specifications
- Color
- Silver, Firetiger, Blue
- Size
- 1/8 oz
- Quantity
- 1
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Booyah
Booyah Bait Co. Pond Magic, Firefly, 3/16 Oz, Tandem
Blades and a pulsating skirt on a wire frame that protects the hook: run it through the weed beds where pike hide, without snagging.
Pros
- Comes through vegetation
- Violent strikes
- Fishes at all depths
Cons
- Less subtle in very clear water
Manufacturer description
- •Specializes in color and blade combinations that have been hand selected to match the forage base of smaller water
- •Small in size by spinnerbait's standards but has great features
- •Mustard Ultra Point hook and 60 strand ultra fine silicone skirts
Specifications
- Color
- Firefly
- Size
- 3/16-Ounce
- Quantity
- 1
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Rapala
Rapala X-Rap 10 Glass Ghost
A minnow bait worked with twitches that pauses and suspends: it imitates an injured baitfish, and pike often strike during the pause.
Pros
- Very realistic imitation
- Excellent in cold water
- Catches big pike
Cons
- Requires an active retrieve
Manufacturer description
- •X-Rap 10 Glass Ghost
- •X-Rap 10 Glass Ghost
- •X-Rap 10 Glass Ghost
- •X-Rap 10 Glass Ghost
- •X-Rap 10 Glass Ghost
Specifications
- Color
- Glass Ghost
- Size
- 7/16 oz
- Quantity
- 1
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Savage Gear
Pulse Tail Shiner 4" LB (Sexy Shad) 2541 One Size
A large paddle-tail soft plastic rigged on a jig head: it vibrates at the slightest pull and catches northern pike and muskies alike.
Pros
- Realistic action even when retrieved slowly
- Fishes at all depths
- Excellent on big fish
Cons
- Teeth damage it quickly
Manufacturer description
- •Pulse Tail Shiner 4" LB (Sexy Shad) 2541 One Size
- •Pulse Tail Shiner 4" LB (Sexy Shad) 2541 One Size
- •Pulse Tail Shiner 4" LB (Sexy Shad) 2541 One Size
- •Pulse Tail Shiner 4" LB (Sexy Shad) 2541 One Size
- •Pulse Tail Shiner 4" LB (Sexy Shad) 2541 One Size
Specifications
- Color
- Multi
- Size
- One Size
- Quantity
- 1
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Realure
Realure 50 Pcs Stainless Steel Wire Traces Pike Fishing, 5 Size 10cm 15cm 20cm 25cm 30cm Anti-Bite Fishing Leaders with Swivels Snap, Fish Line Fishing Accessories for Bait Rigs Saltwater Freshwater
Pike can cut line with a single bite. A steel leader with a swivel and snap keeps you from losing the fish and the lure.
Pros
- Prevents cut lines
- Quick lure changes
- Very affordable
Cons
- Slightly less subtle
Manufacturer description
- •【50 Pcs fishing leaders】You will receive 50 leaders in 5 sizes 4/6/8/10/12 inches,10 leaders in each size to meet your needs for fishing with different fishing equipment and to fulfill your fishing number goals.
- •【High Quality Stainless Steel Leaders】Wire traces pike fishing are made of high quality stainless steel,strong,durable,flexible and slim,impact resistant,freeze and heat resistant,prevents large fish's sharp teeth from biting off fishing leaders,reusable for a long time,coated,smooth surface,corrosion resistant.
- •【Quickly Connect Fishing Equipment】Fishing leaders is with fishing swivels and snaps for quick connection to fishing equipment,easy to open and close to save time on changing,won't split your nails,makes it easy to enjoy your fishing time
- •【40lb High Strength Tensile Leaders】Steel fishing leader have high strength pulling force to prevent big fish from tearing the fishing wire leader and losing it,wire fishing leader withstand 40lb pulling force,so you don't fear big fish dragging and pulling,and protect the rod and wire leader from breaking.Fishing accessories are wear-resistant and stay intact.
- •【What You Want Ideal Fishing Tackle】Wire leader are not only suitable for freshwater saltwater,but also for catfish,salmon,bass,perch,pike,shad,horse-eye,muskie,carp,carp,snapper,saltwater,lake,river and sea fish. This is the ideal fishing accessories tackle for anglers.
Specifications
- Color
- Green
- Size
- 5 Size 10cm 15cm 20cm 25cm 30cm
- Quantity
- 50
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Hikary
Hikary Long Nose Fishing Pliers,Ice Fishing Gear,Stainless Steel Hook Remover Braid Cutter Rustproof Fishing Multi-Tools Fishing Gripper for Freshwater Saltwater
Long-nose pliers to unhook the fish away from the teeth, and release it quickly and in good health.
Pros
- Protects your fingers
- Quick unhooking
- Built-in line cutter
Cons
- Rinse after use to prevent rust
Manufacturer description
- •ONE HAND OPERATION: The fishing pliers is fitted with a small U sharp hook lock so that lock-up operation can be handled by using one hand only. Ideal fishing tool both for beginners and skilled fishing masters
- •MULTI-FUNCTION RLIER: This fishing pliers can be utilized as hook remover, braid line cutter, fish gripper, weights crimper and split ring pliers; Could cut braid line, steel wire, nylon wire, carbon line and so on
- •CORROSION RESISTANCE: The fishing pliers are made of 3CR13 stainless steel, more lighter and offers exceptional corrosion protection in both freshwater and saltwater.Note:6.9in is black coating.
- •NON-SLIP RUBBER HANDLE: Fishing pliers with ergonomic texture rubber handle, provide a firm hold to grip when removing hook and split rin
- •WITH LANYARD and SHEATH: Comes with a lanyard and belt sheath for protecting the fish pliers from being lost, also for quick access and easy reach while wading, surf fishing, or bank fishing
Specifications
- Color
- Yellow-8.8inch
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