Steve G has been out wandering for enough ice and the right pan fish to test the Roach Rod. Test results the Wright McGill (Tony Roach) rod in 48" heavy action which is a fast tip rod, with reel. The rod is awesome for spoon work 1/8 oz is a little light for it but the 1/4 oz. thru 3/8 put just the right amount of preload on the rod for early bite detection. ( Thumbs UP ).

I love this work, The Pk Spoons in Red Dot Glow, Pink Pearl Glow, Firetiger and Gold were big producers. I was also testing a prototype spoon. This prototype was converting a typical perch sipping bite to an attacking strike. Then my friends showed up and it had to be put away back into the secret box. I can't wait to share this new creation with the world of fishing. Pat at PK continues to pull distinctive new designs. I could only wish to be so creative.

Fish Safely,
Steve G
HE>i

Christmas and the World of fishing

I enjoy this time of year, the anticipation of the new ice and hard water season, who will book trips and how many times will I get to go out with friends and family to just hang out and have fun. As the New Year approaches I always look back on the year after having some rest and family time in Texas, it amazes me how fast a year can go and the trips that stick in my mind. 

My biggest stand out this year was an evening trip with 3 guys I squeezed into the schedule and what a blessing it was.  It began with lakers on the bottom and jigs, then for the evening bite of rainbows and browns. Although Mother Nature had a different idea, we had to sit out some lighting in a safe place on shore.

One of the guys, asked if he could sing?????? Not your usual item on a guided trip. You all know me a little, I said sure and he explained that they would be Jewish or Hebrew hymns sung in Hebrew, his friends gave him some grief and said he always does stuff like this. Oh were they ever so beautiful to hear and how driven by the spirit of God even as I don't understand Hebrew you could hear the cry and desire for the Lord to fill the singer on some hymns and on others hear the praise of answered prayers.  It still brings tears to my eyes that I have the opportunity to experience something like that during an explosive thunderstorm. 

I experience our Lord in many ways, as I am sure many of you do. Merry Christmas and I wish you and your families all the joy this coming year.

HE>iSteve G

Texas Crappie

In my off months, I am re-learning the hot water bite.  Lovin it.  Working in 4-6' of water with jigs, PK Flutterfish and 1/8 oz PK Spoons.

Hi Folks,

FYI The Seminar schedule for 2012 -2013 Ice season is building up and I wanted to share the time and locations. 

 Bass Pro Dec. 8th 2012 4pm

Steve Gerber: Yes U Can Go 2 - "Ice Fishing Basics: Successful Ice Fishing with Youth or Beginner" Steve is a Fishing Guide for Lake Trout and Walleye, a Custom Tackle Designer and is on Pro Staff for: Eagle Claw, Wright & McGill, Fishen Looney Custom Rods, PK Lures and Fins Premium Fishing lines.

Sportsmans Warehouse 

1. Dec 15,2012 - Ice Fishing 101 ( Back to Basics - Increased Success )

2. Jan 19th,2013 - Pick a Target ( Species Specific Techniques )

JAX Outdoor Gear Ft. Collins  Feb 1& 2 (Times to be Determined)

1. Ice Fishing 101a ( Basic Equipment for the Beginner and Youth )

2. Ice Fishing 101b ( Basic Techniques Increase Success)

 Ice Prep

The beginning of November has me thinken about ICE and all that comes with it.

Oh the prep, I love it as I really like to preplan and visualize all the great times ahead. Ya the auger is ready as well as all the rod and reels. New this year will be the Wright McGill Tony Roach rods the 48" VH is just right for walleyes and the mid size lakers. 

Last year we had early Ice in the metro area and then it faded those who weren't ready missed out. I had a few buddies in this category, don't let this be you. Make sure and check your gear all out and have it waiting in que.

Please consider a guided trip up at Lake Granby with me beginning in Jan, normal safe ice starts the first week and the fish have not seen hooks in quite a while its always fun. I will be extending the under 14 years of age with a paying adult for 2013. I can't think of a better way to encourage youth to fish. Except maybe the cool seminars I will be doing at Bass Pro Shops Denver December 8 th 2012, and Jax Outdoor Gear in Ft. collins Feb 1st and 2nd. Watch for dates at the Sportsmans Warehouse for early Dec also.

My efforts with PK Lures are gaining ground, just check out the In-Fisherman Ice Guide and future addtions of In-Fish as well check out iceshanty.com for more info on this great line of spoons I market all over the western US.

Fall at Lake Granby, CO

On this blog you will find general info about

fishing lake trout as well info on pro-tips of

how to fish PK spoons for all species. Steve

Gerber is a custom tackle designer as well as

the Western US Sales Rep for PK Lures