Question 1

What is a spinner rig for walleye fishing?

Accepted Answer

A spinner rig is a live bait rig featuring a spinning blade (Colorado or Indiana style) tied above a hook on a fluorocarbon leader. The blade creates flash and vibration that attracts walleye. Minnkota Tackle hand-paints custom spinner blades in over 10 colors including chartreuse, clown, and fire tiger — the same rigs Pete McGinty fishes on Lac qui Parle, Lake of the Woods, and tournament waters across the Upper Midwest.

Question 2

What size spinner blade should I use for walleye?

Accepted Answer

For most walleye conditions, a #3 or #4 Colorado blade works best. Use #3 in clearer water with lighter lines. Use #4 for stained water, night fishing, or when you need more vibration. Minnkota Tackle offers custom spinner rigs in #3, #4, and #5 Colorado blade sizes.

Question 3

What is a slow death rig for walleye?

Accepted Answer

A slow death rig uses a uniquely shaped hook that causes a nightcrawler or minnow to spin slowly through the water column. This unnatural spiraling action triggers reaction strikes from walleye that might ignore conventional presentations. Minnkota Tackle offers the Slow Death Dakota Rig and Slow Death Prop Rig in 9+ colors.

Question 4

Does Minnkota Tackle ship outside Minnesota?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Minnkota Tackle ships to all 50 states. Every rig is handmade in Madison, MN and ships the same week it is ordered. Wholesale pricing is also available for bait shops and retailers — contact us at minnkotatackle.com/contact for dealer information.

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