In part 2 of this insightful session, Pat does what he does best - talks about breaking down waterways and identifying patterns that translate to fish in the boat. Pat really has a unique ability to dissect water systems and give anglers a roadmap on where to begin and how to move through spots on lakes and rivers. Points of discussion include:

• Current and muskies
• How to identify patterns and extrapolate to catch more fish
• Mapping
• Bait selection

It has been 8 years almost to the day since we first had Pat Tryon on the podcast. Knowing what an absolute stick he is, we had to reach out and tap his brain as we all look forward to opener. Pat puts on a clinic and his passion just bleeds through the microphone. An amazing and energetic discussion was the result. Topics include:

• The spark that lit Pat's fishing passion
• The draw of the French River
• The Dokis community
• Defining a Canadian Shield enthusiast angler
• How fishing lake Nipissing and locating fish indicates where the fish in the French River are

Chris and Frank review the 2026 Muskie Odyssey and discuss how the event went. Following this, Chris springs a secret that he has been keeping for months - he had planned his life's dream as an angler to chase Giant Trevally in the legendary Gulf of Oman. Problem was this is right next to the Straight of Hormuz, in the middle of a war. The story is nothing short of epic. Chris brings us all through this wild ride. This episode is not to be missed!

In this second part with Jaime Sebastian, Jaime really peels the layers away and reveals incredible tricks of the trade designed to increase success on the water. From bait and tackle, to trolling tactics, Jaime runs a master class on angling and shares some extremely unique and innovative tips! Points of discussion include:

• Using hooks creatively
• Trolling tactics
• Bait size
• Scent
• Fishing lesser-known water systems

Jaime Sebastian is an absolute beast of an angler! With 4 decades of hunting monster predator fish in Ontario waters, he also spends much of his time in Central and South America chasing giants in saltwater. Jaime comes onto the show to discuss how he approaches both types of fishing and how tactics and strategies tend to overlap. Topics include:

• 40 years of angling
• Targeting predator fish in South America
• Targeting predators using structure and wildlife
• Targeting big fish in an active bait fish environment
• Speed trolling

Part 3 of this epic series rounds off with a discussion on the state of fisheries, fishery management, and proper fish handling. Big thanks to Larry and Pete for giving this show so much time and for providing their valuable insights!

• Fisheries management
• Fish handling

In this second part of this interview, the guys drill down on the topic of record keeping and world record claims in the muskie world. Larry lends the fiery and passionate opinions that he has become well known for regarding this part of muskie fishing. No punches pulled by either man in this one! Points of discussion include:

• World record fish protocols
• Canada / USA World Record claims
• Record keeping formulas

Chris and Frank sit with 2 legends of muskie fishing Larry Ramsell and Pete Maina. In this amazing session, the Canada/US muskie landscapes are discussed and Pete and Larry provide their unique insights. Topics include:

• What is it about Muskies
• Is muskie still the fish of 10,000 casts?
• Why fish don't bite
• Fishing for THE fish