You Brits are tops when it comes to bait fishing. Fish species are different in Texas but I always enjoy your shows and get a lot of good ideas. I especially enjoy your shows on "beach" fishing.
Next Tuesday 6th August-7pm. Its going to give Shore anglers the boost they don't get on television. Forget anything you've seen on our shows to date,this one really is the business. There won't be a beach angler in the world that won't want to hit the beaches and rocks after he sees the angler I've filmed.Possibly the best angler/caster I've ever seen in my life. Don't miss it !! I'm hoping for a Oscar for the end scenes photography !!
if I was new at this or as I am 44 years of angling and dangling .... I would still be here learning, and laughing ... thats one thing Graeme, you can make me smile when the world poo poo'd in my hat ......so I am still here, and always learning... this is the one art form that has no final benchmarks ... everyone can become a specialist in their own style with great tips like yours ... and expertise is so boring... expertise means I'd have nothing left to do ... 😊
A peeler crab will always let out more scent than a hardback, but you need to fish hardbacks near where they live,ie. a bit of rough ground, or obviously where fish are finding them naturally. Even a breakwater will have a resident crab population around its base and the fish will be searching near there. I like to tip the hook with squid to give a bit of visual attraction.
No.If the tide is running you let a bit of line out so the current pulls the wires in the same direction as the tide is flowing. If you tighten up as soon as the lead hits bottom, water pressure on the line will drag the lead round/out of position. Its traditional to let a bit of line out to make a "belly". The bite is either straight over on the rod tip, or you get a "slack liner" as the lead is pulled out.
We do try and put the website in every video at the intro and we put the link in the video description of every video. We currently have T-shirts in stock and you get a free catfish DVD with your order of clothing!
That's a Conoflex(British made) Integra Uptide rod. Comes with two tips casting range of weights. Used for uptide fishing from a boat, but I quite like it as a bonus rod with a big bait from the shore. Check out next Tuesday's shore film(Up 7pm,6th August 2013) more casting rod action.
You can use crabs part-frozen,live,dead,whatever. Hook size? Better with say a 4/0,but wide gape ? At least that's what we find. Watch out for the next couple of shore films up, some great tips on those.
HEY THERE CONOR...THIS IS TOTALLY AWESOME FISHING SAYING....KEEP CASTING THOSE LURES AND WATCHING OUR FISHING FILMS........IT'S "THE WAY FORWARD"-Graeme & Mike.
Hermit crabs can be a great bait. Softer than a green hardback shore crab so you might want to bind them on with elasticated thread if punching out any distance. Great new shore/rock film going up next Tuesday,6th August 2013.Could be the best shore film I've done to date, and some unbelievable end photography shots. Watch out for it.Those Hermits wouldn't last long where I was fishing, that's for sure !!
Another informative video TAFishing. Went out last week after watching this to Thorness on the solent side of the IOW, after collecting hardback crabs from the river Medina, specifically targeting Smoothound . Thanks to your information my son caught a 7lb hound. Many thanks!
Don't think I've ever seen them in the states, they use sand spikes a lot. You can make your own by cutting a slant on a piece of plumbing sink waste pipe.
I been fishing for nearly 40 years in North Wales and I'm a reasonably accomplished angler (certainly not the best). You have plenty to offer, even to gnarly old sods like myself! Thanks Graeme! Btw, I also use that Ultima F1 black line!
Its called Selsey, on south coast. No idea on postcode. Will be marked as Selsey Bill on a me.I was fishing to the west. Next area is called Bracklesham Bay.
Blimey! Give us a chance! We only got back from Devon last night !! I know here at Totally Awesome Fishing we're nuts on fishing but even WE have to get some sleep. We've got TEN new films backed up already.Guessing it will be in next 2/3 weeks. And that's only if we don't go fishing again(Which we will)Shark tides next week, and I hear another 500-pounder calling)
i know im asking randomly but does someone know of a trick to get back into an Instagram account..? I was stupid forgot my password. I would love any help you can offer me
@Prince Madden thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and im in the hacking process now. Takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
We call them gummy sharks (Mustelus antarcticus) here in Australia and they all have spots. They are fantastic eating and are the staple fish of our fish and chip shops. Nice work Graeme
Just work the hookpoint slowly through the edge on one side.Best to use a spare hook for this so you don't blunt the actual hookpoint used. Its a standard method of doing it for permit fishing with crabs by guides in America.
I have no idea. Never heard of that one, but I used Mitchell reels when I was a youngster.Basic,but they did the job. Generally the older ones were very much trouble free. Don't know about new models though. Maybe someone else has experience of that model ?
European Bass. No others. I believe some Smallmouth Bass were once stocked in a lake in Dorset many years ago, but never heard if they survived. Our Bass only grow to 20lbs,not like the big Striped Bass on the East coast of the States.
You are probably using bait, which attracts them by the scent. You should try artificial lures. That might help. But of course any fish you hook will sound like the dinner bell for a shark. That's what they do best. Eat other fish.
quality video graeme thanks im just getting back into beach casting after last 12 years doing carp fishing so this be challenge we are off to warsash as they been sighted there so thanks for the video mate your a quality geezer mr pullen ;)
Just started sea fishing and I'm still to catch my first fish. TAFishing has provided me with some awesome tips so far! Thanks guys! P.S If you like rocky marks then you should check out the Llantwit Major - Barry coastline for some good fishing! I've seen anglers pull 2 - 3 Bass in within an hour of setting up on a good day!
TAFishing i think it is that time of year again that you should do another session on the smoothhounds off the beach. be great to see a new video of this. all the best keep up the fab work always glued to your videos keep them coming
Yet again another totally awesome fishing video. Love these vids always very informative and enjoyable, I live in eastbourne and lately the fishing has been very very poor,who knows what's happened to all the fish??? .do you have any stickers promoting your shows? If so please can I get my hands on one. Thank you
You guys do a super job on these videos.. I have fished of the shore a handful of times now and only managed a Mackerel .. But I am determined to get a smooth hound for sure - Thanks for the vids guys :o)
Does anyone know if there are better positions than others at Selsey Bill or is it just a case of giving it a go? It's only an hour from me and I think I would really like to give this a go. Any advice would be really appreciated.
The Smoothhound fishing is more of a summer thing,say May to September with crab as bait. Check with a local sea fishing club,they might give more information to save you wasting a journey.
Not yet.But has been talk about it.I don't have a problem with it but don't want the money wasted on committee junkets or squandered on useless administration,or given to some guy as a "bonus" for doing little to improve our fishing,or kept in the Old Boys club,or used to stop us fishing from shore marks etc etc.Don't get me started on committees,(and "Expert advisors" sucking on the financial lollipop).
Hi Totally Awesome Fishing Crew, I am a freshwater angler so I don't know much about sea fishing, do you think you could do a tutorial on how to feather for mackerel as your the only AMAZING fishing show on youtube , thanks,
Sure you can, theres a few ways to cook them to and they taste great I do not cook and eat them myself but ive tried some before years ago. Gut and fin it cut into 3 inch chunks Do not bother skinning. Wrap in tin foil with a bit of olive oil and oven bake for 1/2 hour. Once cooked the skin peals off. Great with baked spud and salads. It is also good cold. Like I said theres a few ways, you can add garlic and chilli etc or what ever man.
Great video, never thought i would see something like that off a beach now i feel confident. Also your tips and advice is excellent for newby's, thank you.
Fantastic video. I got my first smoothhound last night, just a small pup 12 inches long. This has made me think about going for the bigger ones. What size hook was that. Looks at least 4/0.
You've got me there. I would guess its got something to do with the texture of the skin ? And why is the word "Hound "in there ? They don't bark or chase Foxes ? Curious. It will probably keep me awake at night now !!
How do you get the hook through the shell of the hardbacks? I can get them by the bucketfulls (maybe 10lb in a day) but i dont use them as bait because every time i try to hook them in the shells etc it just wont go through. Cheers
Cracking video, thank you. I think I'll go out tomorrow and try. Just a quick couple of Q though, what size/type of hook is best, what time of day is best and were the crabs alive when you cast?
Don't knock the tournament casting, it's a fantastic tool to have. My pals moaned they did not need it till one day the bass were out far and I had to cast out for them. On the flipside the last night I was out with another friend hunting for hounds and I was either casting over them or over the gully, my pal, nice 80 odd yards was picking them up each night at that distance
Personally I use the length of the rod x 2 and then enough to go around your real 3-5 times. Before really punching your bait out,make sure that your chosen leader knot is at the bottom of the spool ; this prevents your line catching the knot as it spills off the spool on the cast. Tight lines buddy
always enjoy your videos, always learn something new watching them . I like the beach pole holders you are using can they be purchased in the usa. thanks an keep making the videos.
Hi graeme i watched your how to catch smooth hounds from the beach it is great by the way would you say a shout out to my son conor mccabethat is learning about all the lures you use to catch the he would be amazed with that thanks graeme
I use half a mackerel on a fully or up and over rig with a 6/0 shaugnesy hook. Mackerel has spine removed and cut like a flapper, two baits, head and a tail. I'm sure there are other ways. I use a gripper lead as its in a strong bit of tide, I also pennel the rigs, 30lb mono on a slosh 30, I'm sure there are better or different ways. I've also played and landed a 25lb tope on 20lb an old with a 1/0. A young lad was fishing for doggies and nearly lost his rod lol
you need to find deep water, rough ground marks. usually fish off big rocks, with very heavy tackle with rods that can cast at least 6ozs and 80Ib shockleaders and 100Ib mono for rig bodies and hooklengths because tope have razor sharp teeth and with cut through thin nylon with ease. or if you can, get your hands on some wire trace which doesn't have to be no more than 50Ib. Hope this helps.
I'm 18 and I love to fish and I learn so much from your shows thanks!
You Brits are tops when it comes to bait fishing. Fish species are different in Texas but I always enjoy your shows and get a lot of good ideas. I especially enjoy your shows on "beach" fishing.
Next Tuesday 6th August-7pm. Its going to give Shore anglers the boost they don't get on television. Forget anything you've seen on our shows to date,this one really is the business. There won't be a beach angler in the world that won't want to hit the beaches and rocks after he sees the angler I've filmed.Possibly the best angler/caster I've ever seen in my life. Don't miss it !! I'm hoping for a Oscar for the end scenes photography !!
if I was new at this or as I am 44 years of angling and dangling .... I would still be here learning, and laughing ... thats one thing Graeme, you can make me smile when the world poo poo'd in my hat ......so I am still here, and always learning... this is the one art form that has no final benchmarks ... everyone can become a specialist in their own style with great tips like yours ... and expertise is so boring... expertise means I'd have nothing left to do ... 😊
Wait until next Tuesday-6th August 2013-7pm UK time. Possibly best shore film I've ever made.Brand new,done just a couple of weeks ago.
A peeler crab will always let out more scent than a hardback, but you need to fish hardbacks near where they live,ie. a bit of rough ground, or obviously where fish are finding them naturally. Even a breakwater will have a resident crab population around its base and the fish will be searching near there. I like to tip the hook with squid to give a bit of visual attraction.
I GET A LOT OF INFO FROM YOUR SHOW I HAVE FISH FOR 40 YEARS AND LOVE YOUR VIDEO.
No.If the tide is running you let a bit of line out so the current pulls the wires in the same direction as the tide is flowing. If you tighten up as soon as the lead hits bottom, water pressure on the line will drag the lead round/out of position. Its traditional to let a bit of line out to make a "belly". The bite is either straight over on the rod tip, or you get a "slack liner" as the lead is pulled out.
We do try and put the website in every video at the intro and we put the link in the video description of every video. We currently have T-shirts in stock and you get a free catfish DVD with your order of clothing!
That's a Conoflex(British made) Integra Uptide rod. Comes with two tips casting range of weights. Used for uptide fishing from a boat, but I quite like it as a bonus rod with a big bait from the shore. Check out next Tuesday's shore film(Up 7pm,6th August 2013) more casting rod action.
You can use crabs part-frozen,live,dead,whatever. Hook size? Better with say a 4/0,but wide gape ? At least that's what we find. Watch out for the next couple of shore films up, some great tips on those.
HEY THERE CONOR...THIS IS TOTALLY AWESOME FISHING SAYING....KEEP CASTING THOSE LURES AND WATCHING OUR FISHING FILMS........IT'S "THE WAY FORWARD"-Graeme & Mike.
You will be when you see the next episode on shore fishing.Loads of tips,fish and an amazing angler casting.
Hermit crabs can be a great bait. Softer than a green hardback shore crab so you might want to bind them on with elasticated thread if punching out any distance. Great new shore/rock film going up next Tuesday,6th August 2013.Could be the best shore film I've done to date, and some unbelievable end photography shots. Watch out for it.Those Hermits wouldn't last long where I was fishing, that's for sure !!
Another informative video TAFishing. Went out last week after watching this to Thorness on the solent side of the IOW, after collecting hardback crabs from the river Medina, specifically targeting Smoothound . Thanks to your information my son caught a 7lb hound. Many thanks!
I honestly don't know.I guess they must be around off Ireland,but I've read about them being there.Maybe somebody can answer that one ?
Don't think I've ever seen them in the states, they use sand spikes a lot. You can make your own by cutting a slant on a piece of plumbing sink waste pipe.
That's a big fish.Well done.Hope you got a photo.Send it in to Mike.
Thanks for the tips, I always thought you had to be on a boat for these!
Love your videos recently took up beach casting I've learned so much from your tutorials thank you and your team
clever, practical, yet simple tips to cast like a professional. Thank you.
I been fishing for nearly 40 years in North Wales and I'm a reasonably accomplished angler (certainly not the best). You have plenty to offer, even to gnarly old sods like myself! Thanks Graeme! Btw, I also use that Ultima F1 black line!
Another great Vid, i was in the middle of working but after watching this I am off fishing
Its called Selsey, on south coast. No idea on postcode. Will be marked as Selsey Bill on a me.I was fishing to the west. Next area is called Bracklesham Bay.
Blimey! Give us a chance! We only got back from Devon last night !! I know here at Totally Awesome Fishing we're nuts on fishing but even WE have to get some sleep. We've got TEN new films backed up already.Guessing it will be in next 2/3 weeks. And that's only if we don't go fishing again(Which we will)Shark tides next week, and I hear another 500-pounder calling)
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I was stupid forgot my password. I would love any help you can offer me
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@Prince Madden thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and im in the hacking process now.
Takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
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Thank you so much you saved my account!
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We call them gummy sharks (Mustelus antarcticus) here in Australia and they all have spots. They are fantastic eating and are the staple fish of our fish and chip shops. Nice work Graeme
Thank you for the totaly awesome fishing tips!!!
Just work the hookpoint slowly through the edge on one side.Best to use a spare hook for this so you don't blunt the actual hookpoint used. Its a standard method of doing it for permit fishing with crabs by guides in America.
Think there are two on the site,vintage section.One shows Springs in B.C. to 45lbs,the other fly-fishing for sockeye ?
I have no idea. Never heard of that one, but I used Mitchell reels when I was a youngster.Basic,but they did the job. Generally the older ones were very much trouble free. Don't know about new models though. Maybe someone else has experience of that model ?
European Bass. No others. I believe some Smallmouth Bass were once stocked in a lake in Dorset many years ago, but never heard if they survived. Our Bass only grow to 20lbs,not like the big Striped Bass on the East coast of the States.
You are probably using bait, which attracts them by the scent. You should try artificial lures. That might help. But of course any fish you hook will sound like the dinner bell for a shark. That's what they do best. Eat other fish.
Again a TAF video and tips. Thanks for share them!
On our site already done.DVD called "Giant Catfish of Caspe".cats to 180lbs if I recall.
quality video graeme thanks im just getting back into beach casting after last 12 years doing carp fishing so this be challenge we are off to warsash as they been sighted there so thanks for the video mate your a quality geezer mr pullen ;)
Me.Generally like to let everything go. Or if we keep anything, often give it to someone who knows how to cook them properly. We just fish for sport.
Just started sea fishing and I'm still to catch my first fish. TAFishing has provided me with some awesome tips so far! Thanks guys!
P.S If you like rocky marks then you should check out the Llantwit Major - Barry coastline for some good fishing! I've seen anglers pull 2 - 3 Bass in within an hour of setting up on a good day!
I guess the main difference is that Tope grow larger(Up to 80lbs) and have teeth, the Smooth Hounds are smaller(up to 25lbs)and have no teeth.
your videos are great i have been fishing all my life but i still like to watch your videos because thay remind me of why i love it so much:)
Thanks . looking forward to going fishing this week
A Big "Thank You" to all at the TAFS as I'm one of those Guys returning to the sport of Shore Fishing and I'm just loving all the tips & tricks 10/10
TAFishing i think it is that time of year again that you should do another session on the smoothhounds off the beach. be great to see a new video of this. all the best keep up the fab work always glued to your videos keep them coming
Watching lng bro
Yet again another totally awesome fishing video. Love these vids always very informative and enjoyable, I live in eastbourne and lately the fishing has been very very poor,who knows what's happened to all the fish??? .do you have any stickers promoting your shows? If so please can I get my hands on one. Thank you
Brilliant as always
Can i use this method fishing off dover coast ?
I live in colima Mexico close to a 20 acres lake full of Common carp and never could get them till I stumbled to TAF thanks!
Great show
i do a lot of carp fishing in rivers i do fair but do you guys have any tips on river fishing
Here in Melbourne, Australia we call them Gummy Sharks... and can get them up to 30kg... although most would average around 10-15kg.
thought you had to the tighten the line when the grip leads on the bottom to keep tension in the rod?
Awesome i would love to catch a smooth hound it would be an amazing experience this is the best youtube show for fishing :)
You guys do a super job on these videos.. I have fished of the shore a handful of times now and only managed a Mackerel .. But I am determined to get a smooth hound for sure - Thanks for the vids guys :o)
Does anyone know if there are better positions than others at Selsey Bill or is it just a case of giving it a go? It's only an hour from me and I think I would really like to give this a go. Any advice would be really appreciated.
The Smoothhound fishing is more of a summer thing,say May to September with crab as bait. Check with a local sea fishing club,they might give more information to save you wasting a journey.
Love the sea fishing vids!Keep it up!
Not yet.But has been talk about it.I don't have a problem with it but don't want the money wasted on committee junkets or squandered on useless administration,or given to some guy as a "bonus" for doing little to improve our fishing,or kept in the Old Boys club,or used to stop us fishing from shore marks etc etc.Don't get me started on committees,(and "Expert advisors" sucking on the financial lollipop).
Hi Totally Awesome Fishing Crew, I am a freshwater angler so I don't know much about sea fishing, do you think you could do a tutorial on how to feather for mackerel
as your the only AMAZING fishing show on youtube , thanks,
great video .... would i be able to catch smooth hounds on the dublin shoreline? of a beach? do you know the areas they go to
Yeah you can
Plenty of spots man , good few at greystones beach ATM
Love the different lingos.... It's fun to use your proper English terms when fishing with my surfer buddies, they look at you like, wtf ?
Have you looked at pulley rig I find them good for all round fishing can you do somthing on that plzz
Sure you can, theres a few ways to cook them to and they taste great I do not cook and eat them myself but ive tried some before years ago.
Gut and fin it cut into 3 inch chunks Do not bother skinning. Wrap in tin foil with a bit of olive oil and oven bake for 1/2 hour.
Once cooked the skin peals off. Great with baked spud and salads. It is also good cold. Like I said theres a few ways, you can add garlic and chilli etc or what ever man.
will frozen hermit crabs work?
I remember the first time i started shore fishing and the first fish i ever caught was a smooth hound just 30-40 yards off the shore on some black lug
are the crabs live or could i freeze them down.
Hey guys just wondring,
Whats the difference between tope and smooth hound ?
good video do we need a license to fish in the sea in the UK.
Awesome Video!!!
Great video, never thought i would see something like that off a beach now i feel confident. Also your tips and advice is excellent for newby's, thank you.
Have you considered doing a Perch video using lures?
I nearly spat my coffee out when I saw hooks and weights on an uncovered pool table
Well done great fishing
Thanks for the vid try it out 😀😀😀🎣🎣🎣🎣
Fantastic video. I got my first smoothhound last night, just a small pup 12 inches long. This has made me think about going for the bigger ones. What size hook was that. Looks at least 4/0.
This guy is a national treasure. Now Mr Johnson has resigned Grahame should
apply asap!!
Oh yes,I really need to step into a snake pit....full of people you can trust to watch your back ??? I will stick to fishing on my own,its safer...
Nice fish
i had a smooth hound on king rag in Swansea docks it was my firs one i have ever caught
I caught a 10 lb smooth hound on king rag
You've got me there. I would guess its got something to do with the texture of the skin ? And why is the word "Hound "in there ? They don't bark or chase Foxes ? Curious. It will probably keep me awake at night now !!
How do you get the hook through the shell of the hardbacks? I can get them by the bucketfulls (maybe 10lb in a day) but i dont use them as bait because every time i try to hook them in the shells etc it just wont go through.
Cheers
Hi I have watched a lot of your carp fishing and when I went away to
Cracking video, thank you. I think I'll go out tomorrow and try. Just a quick couple of Q though, what size/type of hook is best, what time of day is best and were the crabs alive when you cast?
Don't knock the tournament casting, it's a fantastic tool to have. My pals moaned they did not need it till one day the bass were out far and I had to cast out for them. On the flipside the last night I was out with another friend hunting for hounds and I was either casting over them or over the gully, my pal, nice 80 odd yards was picking them up each night at that distance
Can you catch these in Ireland from shore
i get a real bruce forsyth vibe from you and i mean that with all possible resect :)
@My House now now lol Bruce is a national treasure but i get you :)
Love your show! I just have 1 question, have you ever casted and forgotten to flip your bail? I know i have done this a lot and it sucks!
Can you do a video on what gear you have got and where you get it from
Where can I buy a rod to catch stuff like sharks and mackerel
Go to a tackle shop and ask if you're not sure, if you know what model you need then it'll probably be cheaper to order online.
what bass do u have in uk
I wish there were more freshwater sharks around because I live in the middle of ny and I've only been to the ocean once
can you give me sum info on hooking the crab I.E. do you put the hook tho the body of the crab or just lash it's legs to the hook?
I do both. Hook through the body and lash one set of legs down on the hook shank and line with bait elastic.
what size hook did you use?.
No idea! they were Tony's rigs.2/0 ?
When will you be posting Burton Spring Fishery Video?
Hey guys how long should the shock leader be ?
Personally I use the length of the rod x 2 and then enough to go around your real 3-5 times.
Before really punching your bait out,make sure that your chosen leader knot is at the bottom of the spool ; this prevents your line catching the knot as it spills off the spool on the cast.
Tight lines buddy
Lol so intense. Not so much needed to catch smoothhounds and squid works just as good
always enjoy your videos, always learn something new watching them . I like the beach pole holders you are using can they be purchased in the usa. thanks an keep making the videos.
You can catch a smooth hound with a pen rod?????
caught a small 1/2 pound perch today on powerbait but the thing is its the first perch to be caught on the loch woohoo haha
Next week
Hi graeme i watched your how to catch smooth hounds from the beach it is great by the way would you say a shout out to my son conor mccabethat is learning about all the lures you use to catch the he would be amazed with that thanks graeme
can you show us how to catch tope off the beach and what the best bait
I use half a mackerel on a fully or up and over rig with a 6/0 shaugnesy hook. Mackerel has spine removed and cut like a flapper, two baits, head and a tail. I'm sure there are other ways. I use a gripper lead as its in a strong bit of tide, I also pennel the rigs, 30lb mono on a slosh 30, I'm sure there are better or different ways. I've also played and landed a 25lb tope on 20lb an old with a 1/0. A young lad was fishing for doggies and nearly lost his rod lol
you need to find deep water, rough ground marks. usually fish off big rocks, with very heavy tackle with rods that can cast at least 6ozs and 80Ib shockleaders and 100Ib mono for rig bodies and hooklengths because tope have razor sharp teeth and with cut through thin nylon with ease. or if you can, get your hands on some wire trace which doesn't have to be no more than 50Ib. Hope this helps.
What rods are they
Probably Conoflex.