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I would say yes… lots of people use them. Jeff runs 2 pontoons with thumpers… th-cam.com/video/ABmPpO6Dp24/w-d-xo.htmlsi=EMxr2Ju1YNx1Pw3y

Two piece popping rod good

All the popping rods I use are two piece…. They are butt joined and connect right above the fore grip on the handle.

I use red and white, blue and white and purple and black. The key is rigging them with squid and a sardine to catch the beasts!

Hey James, check out my website, www.thumpemupfishing.com or email me at info@thumpemupfishing.com

I don’t have a color preference other than indicator braid for jigging when using a conventional or spinning reel…. Maybe others can chime in. One thing to consider is that the white is a little easier to see at night.

They have gear in the boat for normal bottom fishing and chunking for tuna. Additionally Matt seems to have a few extra combos for popping. I am not sure if he has extra deep drop rods but those are special requests and the people that book those trips all have it. If you get on one they would typically share. If you are interested email me at info@thumpemupfishing.com I will do a trip every quarter based on what’s biting.

I like Tuf-line indicator braid for jigging and depth control. I use 65lb test. For casting I like Seaguar threadlock in 50lb.

Thanks for the comments. I have tried to cut down on the background music in my later videos so hopefully that helps!

Yes it does, especially if you are fishing rigs and there are mangrove snapper around. I normally keep it higher in the water column.

Hey Jason, fishing is not a one size fits all sport, there are as many ways to fish as there are fish! Beginner’s will have a dinner experience pursuing fish that are easier and more plentiful to catch (e.g. trout or sandbass vs largemouth). Keep it simple and fun first then expand out to more complicated species and techniques. Many fisher people are more than willing to help out new anglers so don’t be afraid to ask for help!

I use a short rod for jigging vs. a longer rod…. For casting I use a 7 1/2’ plus rod, for jigging normally 6’ or less. Chunking I normally just use a jigging rod. I recommend a rod stout enough to put the heat on a tuna, don’t go with a lite rod or you will have a prolonged fight and a higher potential to lose a big fish!

@@ThumpemupFishingchannel Thank you

I would recommend a Spheros reel with a 7’ -8’ medium heavy rod. I have bluefin gear so what I use is overkill

A trolling motor with a special propeller that simply splashes the water. It mimics fish feeding on the surface!

Yes we use it sometimes. When you stop the boat fish gather quickly so have a slab ready and drop it!

They are Zoom flukes 4-5”

That’s a greyline. I have also used a Moeller but you have to add ice, salt and shad keeper in the summer!

You are correct. I bought mine years back at Kingston.

I just jumped on a 4/28-4/29 trip with Captain Matt here. www.smithandsonscharters.com/booking-the-blue-fin-galveston/

Yes it’s just a 2 loop dropper rig or chicken rig. You can also Carolina rig them. Key is to use salmon egg hooks so the bait will float above the grass that’s in many of these lakes!

1. The captain and crew will tell you the target species and the best way to catch them. Normally it’s squid for red snapper, vermillion snapper and whatever else bites. It may be freelining for kingfish etc. I normally catch pinfish for grouper and drop that first then switch if that doesn’t work. Tuna fishing uses poppers, swimbaits, chunk or jigs. Ask the deckhands and they will tell you. Best time to sleep is when the boat is moving from spot to spot. I normally don’t get much sleep! Bring your son but make sure he has a patch or something to prevent sea sickness. That is the worst experience!

@@ThumpemupFishingchannel Thanks for the info

@@MatthewsFabrication you bet! LMK if you have any more questions!

@ThumpemupFishingchannel Do Crank baits work well for Tuna? I have a ton of those Is there a recommended pole length or line strength for Snapper vs Tuna? Is there a Rod limit? I have a few 4 piece poles that I took to Florida that I used off the piers. I was using 20-30lb braid & 20-30lb mono leader & I couldn't cast far. Other locals were using 10lb braid with a 20-30lb mono-leader & they were casting way out there.

@@MatthewsFabrication the most popular lure is the Halco Max 130 with upgraded hooks. I use 2/0 owner ST66 hooks although the new Halco hooks are much stronger. I use 50-65lb braid on all of my rods with 65 fluorocarbon for leader. My popping /casting rods are all 7’ or longer.

I love it, it’s smaller so much fewer tangles and Matt is a great captain. The quarters for sleeping are smaller but other than that it’s great!

I have full time guides that use my thumper and are the best and can get you on fish! We will make sure you have a great trip!

I worked with Purdue university to try to replicate the vibrations digitally and we couldn’t even come close. I don’t think it would be as effective!

Never fails unfortunately. My daughter has a birthday party so may go Sunday. How did you do?

I would go a little heavier, I prefer 65lb. You never know what you will get, could be a red, AJ, or grouper. You could also get tangled or rub the hull…. 40 lb should work but I like the extra few pounds. Some guys go even heavier…

Bluefin is $700-$725, I think the New Buccaneer is $450.

Ok thanks for the info my friend. Take care and have a blessed week my friend. 🙂👍

Anyone?

Sometimes yes, the thumper is 2-4ah, so depends on the splasher…

@@ThumpemupFishingchannel Thanks, I calculate the splasher to be 8-10 amps max. So... Maybe 7 hours give or take...

You bet! Thanks for watching!

I like small 2/0-3/0 circle hooks…

Yes for my electric and trolling umbrella rigs on Texoma. Works well for me!

3 mph

@@ThumpemupFishingchannel oh wow! 3 mph is ’fast trolling’ for me!

@@jwbrilliant gotcha, we troll much faster in salt water so I guess it’s all relative!

I found that when I used the chest cam as my primary camera the audio isn’t as good. I have switched to a hat cam now

Normally I would but I have a severe allergy to cold weather!

It makes it easier for sure!

Thank you! Glad you liked it!

I want to try them this winter!

@ThumpemupFishingchannel it says sold out on all the dates till March for wahoo and deep drop. I think there is only one open in the middle of the week in February. If you find out otherwise, please let me know. I really wanted to go on atleast one.

Will try to reshoot with some better footage

Why is that?

Why is that?

Thank you so much! I hope you caught some this year!

Check out the other videos on my channel. A thumper attracts freshwater striped bass, hybrid striped bass, white bass, white perch and catfish to your boat making them easier to catch.

It’s a great fishery for sure

Not really. I wouldn’t say they are necessary though

14K for popping, 18K for jigging

How many lb should I spool each reel? Thanks

@@aristotletheexplorer7114 I normally use 65lb

Matt’s an awesome captain and will put you on fish!

Was awesome!

It was awesome to get out there and deep drop for the first time!

5 oz snapper slapper

I don't at night for tuna but Mick used his and he caught a bunch with the jigging mode. I prefer poppers and swimbaits or chunking to jigging but the electrics are super effective for blackfin...