Angler Quest Podcast

This month on the Angler Qwest podcast....great fall fishing tips from "Mr. Angler Qwest", Brad Dupuie. Brad talks about targeting jumbo jellow perch on Saginaw Bay.   He has great advice on where to find the fish and shares a secret on how to catch them. Dupuie also discusses fall walleye fishing on the big water, and in river systems, using an Angler Qwest. He also shares his thoughts on the evo...

We're talking with a fishing industry veteran this month on the Angler Qwest podcast. John Bergmsa is a former walleye tournament angler and current host of Great Lakes Fisherman's Digest TV .  He's also a big fan of Angler Qwest. He talks about the differences in tournament fishing and producing a weekly television show. John also describes the role of color and cadence when casting for walleye,...

The new 2024 Angler Qwest models have been released and the company is moving in a slighlty different direction. Marketing Director Andrew St. Peter says the company is not abandoning it's fishing customers, but expanding the appeal of the popular pontoons. Andrew explains the new models are designed to include family activities as well as angling. You can learn more in this video as Andrew walks...

It's a special edition of the Angler Qwest podcast as celebrate 100 episodes with "Mr. Angler Qwest", Brad Dupuie. Brad is the guy who came up with that first design for Angler Qwest and has spearheaded the evolution and improvements along the way. Dupuie talks about his background as an angler and how that experience on the water has resulted in the "fishing machine" Angler Qwest has become. He a...

We're talking with the winner of the inaugural Angler Qwest Owners Tournament on this edition of the podcast.     Scott Hand and crew, including his grandson Blake, took big fish and overall biggest weight at last year's event on Saginaw Bay out of the LInwood Beach Marina . Scott describes why he got an Angler Qwest and how it's proven to be the perfect boat for his family. He talks fishing strat...

We're heading to Saginaw Bay on this edition of the Angler Qwest podcast to talk with Doug Ward of  Xpress Fishing Charters . The retired teacher turned charter captain is on his fourth Angler Qwest and says there's no better boat on the water.  In fact, he replaced his Lund and Triton boats with an Angler Qwest. Doug talks about the evolution of AQ and design improvements over the years. He also...

We're headed West this time on the Angler Qwest podcast to talk with Jason Feldner of Perch Eyes Guide Service . Jason runs his 26 foot Pro Troll for walleye on Devils Lake, Lake Sakakawea and the Misouri River. He talks about how he first discovered Angler Qwest boats and why they're the perfect tool for his business. Jason also discusses the finer points of boat control using the bow mount elect...

We're talking with a fishing industry veteran this time on the Angler Qwest podcast. Michigan angler John Bergsma was a touring walleye pro for many years and now hosts the Great Lakes Fisherman's Digest TV show. John talks about his new 8526 Family Fish and compares it to his earlier Pro Troll . He also describes how to run a multiple rod configuration, what the "zone of concentration" is and his...

We're headed to the Heart of Dixie this month on the Angler Qwest podcast to talk with Captain Randy Cound of Hook N Up Guide Service. Randy fishes Lake Martin for stripers, crappies and bass from his 824 Angler Qwest. The lifelong angler talks about fishing that 45,000 acre impoundment, using live bait for big fish and the benefits of fishing deep with downriggers. He also describes how his Angle...

Some great tips on how to make a living in the fishing business this time on the Angler Qwest podcast. Captain John Littlefield of Littlefield Sportfishing is a fishing educator, charter captain and avid multi species angler. He talks about the similarities between hunting and fishing, why he's frustrated with ice fishing and he compares walleye fishing on Saginaw Bay vs. Lake Erie. The Michigan a...

Two great guests this time on the Angler Qwest Podcast! First, "Mr. Angler Qwest", Brad Dupuie talks about the new tube design with thicker walls and sealed chambers for added safety.   He also discusses the state of the boating industry and why you shouldn't wait to order your new Angler Qwest. Then, AQ Marketing Director Kristen Monroe talks her job to keep the Angler Qwest brand in front of new...

We're heading south this month on the Angler Qwest Podcast to fish with Mike Gault of Time To Fish Charters .   Mike uses his 826 Pro Troll to chase stripers and catfish on Lake Murray in South Carolina.   The long time fishing guide talks about the challenges of fishing that lake, how he targets big fish using planer boards and live bait...and why winter offers some of the best action. Mike also...

We're talking fall walleye fishing with Lance Valentine of Teachin Fishin this time on the Angler Qwest podcast. Lance describes the big fish bite on Lake Erie and says those fish can be easy to catch this time of year. The long time Charter Captain and AQ Pro Staffer says water temp, trolling speed and bait size can be factors in triggering a bite. He also talks about the big Fishing Education We...

We're checking in with "Mr. Angler Qwest" Brad Dupuie to learn more about the 2023 line up of Angler Qwest pontoons . Brad talks about modifications for the new model year, including the addition of a second livewell, the option for a trolling motor mount and some tweaks to the bimini system. He also highlights the new "squared off" rear wall that gives anglers more room to set rods and land fish....

We head to the St. Mary's River in Michigan's Upper Peninsula this time on the Angler Qwest Podcast to talk with Jason Carstens of True North Guide Service . Jason describes that unique fishery and how he targets atlantic salmon with a fly rod. He also talks about the fall fishing for pink salmon and springtime action for smallmouth. The fishing guide also explains why he uses an Angler Qwest and...

We're talking with "Mr. Angler Qwest" on this edition of the podcast. Brad Dupuie is a hard core angler and driving force behind Angler Qwest Pontoons . He designed the first prototype boat and spearheaded much of the subsequent models and improvements. In this conversation with Mike Avery, Brad talks about fishing for deep, mid summer walleye with spoons and jet divers. He also stresses the impor...

It's a conversation with long time Angler Qwest Pro Staffer Dan Jordan on this edition of the podcast. Dan is an avid multi species angler who travels the country in search of trophy fish. He talks about a recent striper fishing trip to Georgia that was filled with adventure. Dan also discusses trailering and launching the big triple tube boats, impressions of his new 8524 Pro Striper and why toda...

We're heading underwater this time on the Angler Qwest podcast with spearfishing expert Julie Higgs . Julie recently competed in the national spearfishing championship on Lake Powell in Arizona, where she finished first in that competition. The firefighter paramedic talks about that high stress career, her love for the water and why spearfishing is a great form of selective harvest. She also descr...

Great Lakes fishing advice this time on the Angler Qwest Podcast. Long time Angler Qwest Pro Staffer Dan Jordan of Team Angler Qwest talks about his recent walleye fishing adventures on Green Bay. Then he describes his upcoming trip to southern Lake Michigan off St. Joe to fish for coho salmon and brown trout. Dan describes why water temp is important in the early season and the affect of underwat...

Walleye tournament veteran and fishing guide Chad Schilling is the guest this month on the Angler Qwest Podcast. Chad owns Oahe Wings and Walleye guide service on Lake Oahe.  Schilling describes the family business and how they cater to pheasant hunters and walleye anglers. He also talks about what it takes to be successful on the tournament trail and while guiding clients. The professional angler...

We're headed to  South Carolina this time on the Angler Qwest podcast to talk with  fishing guide Mike Gault. The retired Conservation Officer runs Time 2 Fish Guide Service for stripers and catfish on Lake Murray.  Mike talks about fishing in a recent snowstorm, trolling live bait for stripers, using down rods for big fish...and proven techniques for monster blue cats. He also explains why the 82...

We're talking with Angler Qwest Pro Staffer Lance Valentine of Teachin Fishin . Lance talks about the cancellation of many sport shows this season because of the continuing pandemic, and how he's dealing with it. We also discuss the 2022 AQ lineup and improvements made over the years. The conversation then turns to the versatility of Angler Qwest pontoons and why they're much more than trolling ri...

We're kicking off the new year with the man who started the Angler Qwest craze....Brad Dupuie. Brad describes the outstanding late season walleye trolling bite on Saginaw Bay.  He talks about where to find those big fish and how to target them. The long time angler also talks about the importance of safety when fishing in cold weather conditions. The conversation then turns to a variety of topics,...

"Mr. Angler Qwest", Brad Dupuie returns to the Angler Qwest Podcast this month for a very interesting conversation. First, Brad talks about his passion for deer hunting, and why that activity is a lot like searching for big walleye. Then, the boat designer describes the continued growth of the Angler Qwest brand, demand for the boats...and how supply chain issues have affected their ability to pro...

We're headed to the St. Mary's River on the Michigan/Ontario border this time on the Angler Qwest Podcast as we talk with Jason Carstens of True North Guide Fishing . Jason targets salmon and a variety of other species...with an emphasis on getting kids involved in the outdoors.   Jason says his 822 Pro Fish is an extremely versatile fishing machine for a variety of tactics from flyfishing the riv...