Deadbaits are a fish that is already dead and which is used as a bait attached to the hook, normaly a treble. Often these are saltwater fish species such as mackerel, sprats or sardines, sometimes bought in packs from a tackle shop.
Deadbaits are a very popular method with pike anglers, whether on still or flowing waters.
Some anglers add flavours, others rely on hooking position.
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