Dream pike on Ripjaw 19 cm – complete setup from NorthTackle.
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The pike, the gear and the feeling – the whole setup from NorthTackle
Some bites are unforgettable. This pike is one of those moments – heavy, brutal and just the dreamy thing you hope for every time you cast your bait. The great thing? Everything I used that day is available at NorthTackle.
Here we go through the entire setup – rod, line, jig, bait lock, bait and stinger – so you can build the exact same combo yourself.
Rod – light, sensitive and really fun
BFT Ninety Two Front Gamer 7'4" 85 g Multi is a light and well-balanced rod that is built for precision, not weight. It is made for lures up to 85 grams - perfect for jerkbaits, smaller swimbaits and jig fishing for pike.
What makes this rod special is the incredible feel. You feel the slightest movement in the bait and every thrust from the fish. At the same time, there is enough backbone to handle large pikes without any problems. A lightweight rod that offers maximum fighting feeling.
The rope – strength, contact and control
When it's a big pike strike, you want a line that holds up – and that provides direct contact with every bite.
- Line: STYX Braid 0.36 mm
Designed for predator fishing, STYX Braid provides the perfect balance between durability, flexibility and casting distance. It's stiff enough to feel everything - but flexible enough to cast far even with lighter lures.
Tafs & bait locks – protection against pike teeth
Big pikes + hard rushes = you have to be able to trust your paw and your bait lock 100%.
- Tab: Fluorocarbon tab Heavy Secure Snap 1.00 mm / 60 cm
- Bait lock (replaced): Bait lock Safety Clip No6
I replace the regular bait lock with the Safety Clip No6 – it never opens, doesn't bend and provides total security even under heavy pressure. The combination of coarse fluorocarbon and a reliable lock means you can fish with complete confidence.
Bait – Ripjaw 19 cm Undercover Perch
The main role in this session was played by a bait that really delivers big pike:
The Ripjaw 19 cm has a natural, rocking gait that pushes perfectly in the water without requiring heavy rods. The Undercover Perch color is a proven favorite - discreet yet with a clear silhouette that triggers the big fish when they hunt in deeper water.
Stinger – secure hooking on big fish
When the pike steps on a longer bait, you want a stinger that sits correctly and hooks securely – without ruining the passage.
- Stinger: Stinger Medium UV
Stinger Medium UV provides sharp hooks, the right length for baits around 19 cm and is extra visible in low light thanks to the UV details. A must for those fishing for pike with soft baits.
Build the same setup – everything is available at NorthTackle
This pike is proof that the right combination of equipment makes a difference. The best part is that the entire rig is assembled with us at NorthTackle – ready to be clicked home:
- 🎣 BFT Ninety Two Front Gamer 7'4" 85g Multi
- 🧵 STYX Braid 0.36 mm
- 🦷 Fluorocarbon tafs Heavy Secure Snap 1.00 mm / 60 cm
- 🔗 Bait lock Safety Clip No6
- 🐟 Titan Pro Tackle Ripjaw 19 cm - Undercover Perch
- 🪝 Stinger Medium UV
Build your setup, get out there – and let the stuff work for you. The next big pike could just as well be yours.