If you're just starting out with walleye fishing, this DVD is a goldmine. Al Lindner and the Angling Edge team break down live bait techniques in a way that's easy to grasp, even for complete beginners.

What I love most is that it's not just another 'watch pros catch fish' show. They actually explain the why behind each technique - from proper hook setting to reading water conditions. The night fishing segment alone made the purchase worthwhile for me.

The production quality holds up surprisingly well for an older instructional video. You can tell these guys genuinely want to teach, not just show off their catches. My only gripe? I wish they'd included more advanced tips for seasoned anglers.

After watching this, I immediately applied their slip-bobber techniques on Lake Erie and saw my catch rate improve dramatically. That's the real test of any fishing tutorial - does it work on the water? In this case, absolutely.