New Livingston Musky Lures: Critter, Menace & Banshee | Lure Colors & Follow-Up Tactics

Three new musky lures, three distinct presentations, and a deeper understanding of what makes muskies strike. On this episode of the Musky 360 Podcast, professional musky angler, author, and internationally award-winning lure designer Steven Paul joins co-host and Musky Shop manager Jay Esse to break down the release of three Livingston Lures predator baits: the Critter, Menace, and Banshee. As the designer behind these innovative musky lures, Steven provides firsthand insight into their development, intended applications, and the specific fishing situations each was designed to address. From the compact, versatile Critter and the aggressive soft-plastic Menace to the distinctive wobble and adjustable rise characteristics of the Banshee, the discussion explores how understanding lure design can help anglers make better presentation decisions on the water. The conversation also takes a detailed look at musky lure color selection and how to choose productive color patterns . Steven and Jay examine the relationship between water clarity, available light, lure visibility, and color selection, explaining why understanding the purpose behind different patterns is more valuable than simply relying on favorite colors. Another major focus is converting musky follows into strikes , one of the most challenging aspects of trophy musky fishing. Understanding why muskies follow without committing, recognizing opportunities to modify your presentation, and choosing effective follow-up tactics can make a difference when dealing with reluctant fish. Steven and Jay discuss how lure speed, action, presentation changes, and strategic lure selection fit into a more complete musky fishing approach. Whether you're looking to expand your musky lure arsenal, improve your understanding of lure colors, or develop better strategies for triggering following muskies, this episode offers practical insight into modern musky fishing techniques and the thinking behind effective fishing tackle. Explore Livingston Lures: https://www.livingstonlures.com/ Download the free Musky 360 App for expert musky fishing articles, instructional videos, fishing reports, podcasts, and advanced trophy musky fishing tactics. https://www.musky360.com/