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Join Gregg Thomas and Tony Grant along with a host of fishing friends as they share stories of traveling, guiding and tournaments. Also hear weekly up to date information brought to you by people that spend their life on the water.

Musky Road Rules Podcast: Talk Musky Fishing with Gregg Thomas and Tony Grant


    • May 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h AVG DURATION
    • 303 EPISODES

    4.5 from 99 ratings Listeners of Musky Road Rules Podcast that love the show mention: road rules, sport, entertainment, guys, like, great, gregg and tony, musky fishing.


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    The Musky Road Rules Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in musky fishing. Hosted by Gregg Thomas and Tony Grantt, this podcast showcases their incredible chemistry and banter that keeps listeners entertained throughout each episode. As someone newer to the sport, I have learned a tremendous amount from their show, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and experienced anglers alike.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the personal touch that Gregg and Tony bring to each episode. Having had the opportunity to meet them at the Ohio Musky Road Rules Show, I can attest to their down-to-earth and personable nature. They truly take the time to connect with their audience and provide valuable insights into the world of musky fishing. Their authenticity shines through in every episode, making it easy to relate to them and feel like you're part of their fishing adventures.

    Another great aspect of The Musky Road Rules Podcast is the knowledge and expertise that Gregg and Tony possess. As elite guides and tournament anglers, they are well-versed in all aspects of musky fishing. Whether they're sharing lighthearted stories or discussing serious issues affecting the sport, you can always count on them to provide informative content. Their dedication to educating others about catching fish is evident, and I am grateful for all the work they put into advancing the sport.

    However, like any podcast, there are some areas for improvement. One potential downside is that due to their focus on musky fishing, this podcast may not appeal to those who are not interested in or familiar with the sport. While they do offer valuable information for beginners, it would be beneficial for them to occasionally cover topics that cater to a wider audience or include guests from different fishing disciplines.

    In conclusion, The Musky Road Rules Podcast is a fantastic listen for musky fishing enthusiasts. Gregg Thomas and Tony Grantt's chemistry makes for hilarious banter that keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. Their personal touch and wealth of knowledge make this podcast a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn more about musky fishing. While it may not be for everyone, those within the musky community will undoubtedly appreciate the content and entertainment provided by Gregg and Tony.



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    Latest episodes from Musky Road Rules Podcast

    Breaking down new water with Brad Hoppe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 57:55


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Brad Hoppe as they discuss breaking down new water.    www.battlethebeast.com www.thornebros.com MUSKY MAYHEM TACKLE LLC – Musky Mayhem Tackle llc

    Gus Mantey and Clayton Spiess talk WI opener

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 46:39


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with WI guides Gus Mantey and Clayton Spiess about their top baits for this seasons opener. www.battlethebeast.com www.thornebros.com Thistle Dew Outdoor Adventures - Clayton Spiess - YouTube Gus Mantey - Professional Musky Guide

    Bait Modifications with Austin Wiggerman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 55:28


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Austin Wiggerman about the spring fishing and some bait modifications that will help with season. www.battlethebeast.com Austin Wiggerman | Facebook www.thornebros.com

    Jake Erickson details all you will want to know about Garmin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 52:31


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Jake from Fishlectronics as they go over the setup of the Garmin Electronics. www.thornebros.com www.battlethebeast.com www.patreon.com/MuskyRoadRules  

    Saddletramp lures and all things swimbaits!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 47:15


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Tom Van Atta of Sattletramp Lures. They talk different swimbaits and how the external rigging works. Saddletramp Bait Co. www.battlethebeast.com

    Spring Fishing and Planer Board Setups

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 40:57


    Join Gregg Thomas as he and Vance Kaloz talk about how the spring has been and how to beef up the inline planer board. www.battlethebeast.com  Chautauqua Lake & North West PA Musky Charters | Vance Kaloz

    Bucktails with Bling!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 45:59


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Kyle Hunsader and Clayton Spiess as they discuss the Hunsy Tails and their unique action. www.battlethebeast.com   

    Bill Swartz and all things crankbaits

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 46:09


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Bill Swartz of Musky Lures, Salmon Spoons and Muskie Baits from Slammer Fishing Tackle Company.  He talks tuning baits, anatomy of a crankbait and introducing his 9" minnows.  www.battlethebeast.com Musky Lures, Salmon Spoons and Muskie Baits from Slammer Fishing Tackle Company

    Spencer Berman talks Lake St. Clair

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 47:33


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with fellow guide Spencer Berman about how the fishery at Lake St. Clair is doing and how it looks for the future.  Lake St. Clair Fishing Guide - Musky, Walleye, Smallmouth Bass www.battlethebeast.com www.thornebros.com

    Tom Whartman talks topwaters with Snaggle Tooth Tackle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 49:29


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Tom Whartman the maker of Snaggle Tooth Tackle. They discuss the anatomy of the surface baits and his philosophy of what a surface bait is.  www.battlethebeast.com www.thornebros.com  

    Delong Lures and how they are made!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 38:03


    Joing Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Steven Ziggler of Delong Lures and here the history of the company along with how the oldest soft plastic lures are made.  Home - Delong Lures www.battlethebeast.com www.thornebros.com  

    Bonus Episode: Paul Hartman and Dakota Repinski talk George's Muskie Expo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 65:07


    Join Gregg Thomas as Paul Hartman of George's Minnesota Muskie Expo – Minnesota's #1 Muskie Fishing Show and Dakota Repinski of Home | D-Ski Custom Baits as they talk the show this weekend.  If you can make it out it is going to be a great show!  www.battlethebeast.com 

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    Small tackle muskies with Andy Schiera

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 41:08


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Veteran Guide Service | VeteranGuideService owner Andrew Schiera.  They talk how downsizing your tackle can pay off big during tough times.  www.battlethebeast.com Veteran Guide Service | VeteranGuideService www.thornebros.com  

    Heavy duty spinnerbaits with Dukes Dozerz

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 45:57


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Ben Deluca of Dukes Dozerz Spinner Baits as they talk about his heavy duty spinnerbaits and their unique design.  Dukes Dozerz Spinner Baits www.battlethebeast.com 

    Andy Muntz talks castable flys!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 54:49


    Join  Join Gregg Thomas and Andy Muntz as they discuss his new lures and show exactly how he makes his hand tied flys. Muntz Angling - Genuine Anglineering www.battlethebeast.com 

    All things Helix with Jake Erickson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 48:33


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Jake Erickson of Fish-Lectronics. He explains mounting the transducer, finding clean power and walking through the basic functions. www.thornebros.com www.battlethebeast.com  

    Ryan McMahon talks spinners.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 45:03


    Join Gregg Thomas and Ryan McMahon as they talk about non conventional spinners! www.twincitiesmuskies.com www.battlethebeast.com  

    Gus Mantey talks Jerkbait fishing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 60:38


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Gus Mantey about all kinds of different jerkbait styles.  They also examine videos on patreon to show proper retrieves and presentations.   Sign up for Patreon with more bonus footage and detailed information by clicking on the link below.    Musky Road Rules Patreon Gus Mantey - Professional Musky Guide www.battlethebeast.com   

    Bryan Schaeffer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 49:04


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Bryan Schaeffer about the 2024 season and what he had to do to be successful.  Sign up for Patreon with more bonus footage and detailed information by clicking on the link below. Musky Road Rules Patreon  www.llungenlures.com Schaeffer Outdoors Guide Service | Facebook www.battlethebeast.com  

    Talk with Fins and Grins Lures and LLungen Lures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 50:54


    Chicago Muskie Expo is here! Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Matt Gunkel of Llungen Lures along with Jason and Matthew Quintano of Fins and Grins Handmade Lures. Subcribe to our patreon to see the video and all we have to offer click the link below!  Musky Road Rules Patreon  www.battlethebeast.com    

    Musky Road Rules podcast enters a new era!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 49:01


    Join Gregg Thomas as he introduces a new era in the podcast.  He introsduces a patreon channel with extra benefits and great features for all who subscribe.  On the this first episode he speaks with Greg Them and John Bette as they dicuss leader styles and choices, what goes into a crankbait, tuning options and talk the up coming musky shows.  To subscribe to Patreon click on  https://www.patreon.com/posts/new-musky-road-119652749?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link www.muskyroadrules.com www.llungenlures.com www.stealthtackle.net www.battlethebeast.com 

    A talk with Chad Harmon of Ohio Muskie Guide Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 43:44


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Chad Harmon about the 2024 season of Ohio musky fishing.   www.ohiomuskie.com www.ohiomuskyshow.com www.llungenlures.com www.battlethebeast.com

    Minnesota Wrap up with Luke Ronnestrand

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 57:12


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with long time friend Luke Ronnestrand about the 2024 season in MN.  www.battlethebeast.com www.thornebros.com www.stealthtackle.net

    Fall fishing with Tucker Swanson, Jordan Stokes and Michael Hanson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 44:15


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Tucker Swanson, Jordan Stokes and Michael Hanson.  The Trio talks about reports from Lake Vermilion, Northwest Wisconsin and Metro Lakes.   www.thornebros.com www.battlethebeast.com www.stealthtackle.net  

    Hans the Carver is back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 51:35


    Join Gregg as he speaks with Hans Mann from Hans's the Carver as they talk fishing Western New York's famous Buffalo Harbor, trolling tactics, and how to attack some of the biggest fish that swim in Lake Erie.   www.llungenlures.com www.stealthtackle.net www.battlethebeast.com Red October Baits | Lakeview NY | Facebook

    North Dakota Muskies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 43:45


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Kellen Latendresse a North Dakota guide shares stories of his experiences with ND muskies.  www.thornebros.com www.llungenlures.com Home | Latendresse Guide Service

    Fox Chain and Lake Geneva with Andrew Schiera

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 45:09


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Andrew Schiera on fishing, presentations and setups on these high pressured bodies of water!    www.llungenlures.com www.battlethebeast.com Veteran Guide Service | VeteranGuideService

    Interview with the 2024 PMTT Champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 58:32


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with 2024 PMTT Champions Ken Trail and Michael Handlogten.  They talk Eagle River, tournaments leading up and how to approach a tournament.  www.llungenlures.com www.battlethebeast.com https://www.facebook.com/redoctoberbait/

    Jim Stella and Peter Blicharz

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 48:39


    Joing Gregg Thomas as he speaks with JIm Stella from the PMTT and Peter Blicharz of Three Lakes Wisconsin.  The discuss the PMTT Championship, Eagle River fishing report and more stories from Gregg and Jim.  www.bncustom.com  www.llungenlures.com www.promusky.com www.battlethebeast.com  

    Thorne Bros deals and fishing with Chase Gibson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 48:26


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Chase Gibson and Tucker Swanson.  Chase gives us a western MN and Leech Lake update while Tucker lets us know what deals are happening at Thorne Brothers!  www.llungenlures.com www.thornebros.com https://www.facebook.com/p/Gibsons-Guide-Service-100064020486560/

    Todd Young talks fishing, gear and stocking

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 41:24


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Todd Young of https://www.mcfishnguides.com about summer fishing on Lake Chautauqua and other musky topics. www.llungenlures.com www.thornebros.com www.battlethebeast.com    

    PMTT Lake Minnetonka Winners talk tournament strategy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 50:26


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Clayton Spiess and Nick Amorose.  Also joined by Kyle Hunsader the maker of the Hunsy Tail which was used to win the tourny.  www.thornebros.com www.llungenlures.com https://www.facebook.com/kyle.hunsaderkyle/

    Northern Wisconsin Muskies with Gus Mantey and Minnetonka PMTT

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 41:52


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Gus Mantey of Northeast Wisconsin.  They discuss summer fishing, tournaments and bait presentations.  www.thornebros.com https://sugsfishing.com https://www.facebook.com/redoctoberbait/ www.llungenlures.com

    Mat Hegy and River messed up the podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 27:06


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Mat Hegy of Mat's Reel Repair of Eagle River Wisconsin.  www.llungenlures.com www.battlethebeast.com  https://matsreelrepair.com

    Finally back....New equipment and new talk!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 50:08


    Join Gregg Thomas as he finally gets back to the podcast with some new equipment. He is joined by Ryan McMahon and David Holmes talking summer muskies.  www.llungenlures.com www.thornebros.com www.battlethebeast.com  

    We are back! Glenn McDonald of 54 or Bust

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 53:28


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Glenn McDonald of 54 or Bust about Canadian fishing up to this point.  https://www.youtube.com/c/54orbust www.thornebros.com www.llungenlures.com  

    Minnesota Opener 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 59:50


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Brad Hoppe, Ryan McMahon and David Holmes as they talk the up coming Minnesota Musky season.  www.llungenlures.com www.muskymayhemtackle.com  www.twincitiesmusky.com https://davidholmesguiding.com  

    Northern Wisconsin Opener and we got the goods

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 52:55


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Gus Mantey, Peter Blicharz and Clayton Spiess all from the northwoods and all ready for opener.  They talk patterns, tactics and what  they expect to happen this weekend.  www.llungenlures.com https://www.facebook.com/redoctoberbait https://sugsfishing.com https://www.facebook.com/clayton.spiess https://www.facebook.com/peter.blicharz  

    Indiana Classic and a Deep Dive with Stealth Tackle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 45:12


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with John Bette of Stealth Tackle (www.stealthtackle.net) as they talk about the Indiana Musky Classic and how Stealth Tackle came about.  www.llungenlures.com  www.muskymayhemtackle.com  

    Southern Wisconsin Open

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 46:02


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Sterling King (great name) as he talks the Wisconsin River fishing in early season.  https://www.facebook.com/kingsreeltimefishing/ www.llungenlures.com www.stealthtackle.net  

    Top 2 teams from the Cave Run Lake PMTT

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 47:05


    Join Gregg Thomas as he talks with Nate Osfar and Brian Krelle the winners of the Cave Run Event.  Plus he speakes with Jason Summers who with his partner Dan Wojtusik placed second in the event.  Great conversations and good incite into tournament fishing. www.promusky.com www.llungenlures.com www.stealthtackle.net  

    Boat rigging and Gregg learns something!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 47:52


    Join Gregg Thomas as speaks with Jake from Fish-Lectronics that talks boat rigging.   www.thornebros.com www.llungenlures.com www.battlethebeast.com  

    PMTT Cave Run Lale KY and Big Foot Baits

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 47:36


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Ethan Greathouse of Bigfoot Baits and Jim Stella of the PMTT.  They talk tournaments, lures and tell some stories...Gregg also comes up with a new bait.  www.promusky.com www.stealthtackle.net www.llungenlures.com  

    Andrew Schiera and Illinois Muskies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 45:50


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Andrew Schiera of northern Illinois.  They talk muskies on the Fox Chain of Lakes and Lake Geneva...he operates https://www.veteranguideservice.com.   www.llungenlures.com www.muskyinnovations.com www.stealthtackle.net www.battlethebeast.com

    Josh Borovsky and Andy Muntz say hello

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 92:46


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Josh Borovsky of Angling Revolution, Musky Insider and MN Guide and Andy Muntz of Muntz Angling.  We had a great talk about tackle, fishing stories and Gregg talks about hitting is 27th deer.  www.muntzangling.com www.anglingrevolution.com www.promuskieguide.com www.battlethebeast.com www.llungenlures.com www.stealthtackle.net www.laxreproductions.com  

    Baitmaker Meet Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2024 47:16


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Brady Martz of Bam Bam Bait Company and Colyn Kotlowski of CC Lures.  They talk bait making and what got these guys into bait making.   www.stealthtackle.net www.llungenlures.com  www.muskymayhemtackle.com https://www.facebook.com/p/CC-LURES-100063836780459/    

    Ohio fishing with Chad Harmon and ODNR talk about the musky program

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 40:51


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Chad Harmon and ODNR officers about the current state of the Ohio musky fishery.  The audio a the end of the podcast is pretty rough but we get through most of it...please blame Gregg he is dumb. www.ohiomuskie.com www.llungenlures.com www.muskyinnovations.com www.muskymayhemtackle.com  

    A great talk Brian Clark of Big PA Musky!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 38:58


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Brian Clark of www.bigpamusky.com about Musky Maxx in PA and yes Gregg is getting the podcast up late.  www.llungenlures.com www.stealthtackle.net www.battlethebeast.com

    Fireside chat with Mike Suick

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 44:28


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with Mike Suick about the history and the future of Suick Lure Company.   www.suick.com www.stealthtackle.net www.llungenlures.com www.battlethebeast.com 

    David Holmes and the Nisswa Musky Road Rules Event

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 50:41


    Join Gregg Thomas as he speaks with David Holmes of MN.  They talk river muskies, lures and the up coming musky road rules seminar in Nisswa.   www.muskyroadrules.com www.bncustoms.com www.llungenlures.com www.muskyhunter.com

    Northwest Wisconsin Guide Michael Hanson and Ohio Lure Maker Collin Hall

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 44:45


    Join Gregg Thomas as he joins the guys as they talk the up coming Musky Road Rules events this weekend, the 2023 season patterns, lure making and small water muskies.   www.llungenlures.com www.muskyroadrules.com www.thornebros.com https://sportsmansrepair.com  

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