Success often comes down to using the right lures at the right time to match conditions, forage base, or mood of the fish
The pack was filled to its capacity with a lightweight overnight kit (bivy, food, and layers) and climbing gear, yet it carried the weight well despite its unpadded shoulder straps and hipbelt
Two side zipped pockets for easy access essentials, can hold water bottle and umbrella
The angle at which the straps come out from the top of the bag aren't adjustable, so you can feel the weight pulling away from your body up top
Tipping your lures with live bait is a fantastic ice fishing tactic for perch, walleye, panfish, bass, and trout, and will even work for larger predators like lake trout, pike, and pickerel if you rig it right