On The Bank - EP3: Shore Fishing Rivers in Spring

Welcome back to Episode 3 of "On the Bank", where we dive into spring shore fishing rivers for one of the season's first accessible fish —suckers! In this episode, we target suckers, redhorse, and some surprises, all from shore on a muddy riverbank in the Upper Midwest. FEATURED PRODUCT: • ROD - Shimano Intenza Spinning Rod 7' Medium Light: Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/e1BY5X | Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/4l29tDZ | Buy at FishUSA https://bit.ly/3ZukJRg • REEL - Shimano Nasci FC Spinning Reel 2500: Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/BnA7VW | Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/3Zqxyfg | Buy at FishUSA https://bit.ly/4kUTkQy • LINE - Sufix Advance Monofilament Line (6 lb. Test): Buy at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/mObYva | Buy at Tackle Warehouse https://bit.ly/4mOdk9g | Buy at FishUSA https://bit.ly/4dUXPIA • HOOK - Eagle Claw Lazer Baitholder Hook: Buy at FishUSA https://bit.ly/43QLbpn • SWIVEL - Generic Swivel: Shop Swivels at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/Dy17rj • WEIGHT - Generic Bullet Weight: Shop Weights at Bass Pro Shops https://bassproshops.vzck.net/GKq7BV Why sucker fishing in spring? If you live anywhere with a long winter, sucker fishing is one of the best ways to shake off cabin fever. These underrated "rough fish" show up early in the season, are aggressive, and offer fun, steady action from the bank. We break down: How to locate sucker runs on river systems Reading current seams, eddies, and confluences The simple tackle tips and bait setup Tips for detecting subtle bites Observations on rough fish species like suckers, redhorse, and even massive buffalo fish