By Pete Rosko EPISODE #2 - Key Metal Jig Design Requirements to Effectively Catch Fish Anywhere in the World This is the continuation of my story leading up to the invention of the Sonic Baitfish lure. The road to creating...
By Bob SchmidtUnderstanding fish eyesight and behavior is not just a fascinating detour into marine biology; it is a strategic advantage for fishermen. Pro anglers and those who are consistently successful at putting fish in their boat know the science behind...
By Jason Brooks The Challenge is Reel but Worth the Effort! When it comes to kokanee fishing, most anglers who target the landlocked sockeye salmon hit the waters in mid-summer when kokanee are easier to find. Summer weather brings stable water temperatures and...
The True Story of how the Sonic BaitFish Came to Be By Capt. Pete Rosko This story will appear in three consecutive articles in the May, June, and July issues of the Mack Attack. Four things still stick in my...
By Jason Brooks Large lakes and reservoirs can be intimidating to anglers. Some of the largest bodies of freshwater are more like mini oceans, which means some of the tactics and techniques anglers use out on the open seas can...
By Pete Rosko Several years ago, I had the good fortune to fish with Dr. Jim Grassi from Post Falls, Idaho. Jim, a well-known bass fisherman, is a Doctor of Divinity, a member of the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame,...
Sonic BaitFish "Tips & Techniques": Open Water, Winter Time Jigging with the Sonic BaitFish (SBF) By Capt Pete Rosko It was the winter of 1995 when I received a phone call from the editor of the Honey Hole. I was...
By Capt. Pete Rosko The creation of the 1/16 and 1/10 oz. Sonic BaitFish (SBF) has expanded its reputation as a highly versatile lure, especially for freshwater species. As a youngster, I grew up near Lake Erie in Northeast Ohio....
Find the structure to find the fish! Casting a Sonic BaitFish (SBF) into rocky cover can be extremely productive. To reap the reward, however, a disciplined rule must be followed.
Fishing the SBF as a finesses lure — only using your wrist to work the lure without any arm or shoulder movements, is an effective way to fish rivers.
