383 - Chris Willen - Bottle Rocket, Bucktails & Big Baits

In this episode Chris Willen, a longtime musky guide from Northern Wisconsin, joins the Backlash Podcast to talk guiding life, boats, and fall musky strategies. They cover topwater hits on the Chopper XL, river vs. flowage tactics, low-water adjustments, and the value of different bucktails and rubber-bait sizes. Other topics include the surprising success of unusual colors like "Bottle Rocket," moon-phase timing, the rise of musky fly fishing, and Chris’s off-season chasing of exotic toothy species. Practical tips and memorable stories make this a useful listen for anglers looking to up their musky game.