Incredible video! You’re a 100% right your catch all and sure catch rigs do catch everything. Bought some last winter and got everything from black tip, puffers, rays, you name it. Great rigs
From 30+ years of experience of fishing for stripers & blues off the beach with a fish finder rig, the last knot to use on the hook is a snell knot. Toothy critters, especially blue fish, will climb the shank & cut into that snell in a heartbeat. Plus the fact that a snell knot does not look natural or let the bait swim (live) or drift (chunks) freely. Clinch knot is the way to go with a leader to hook. Also, the whole purpose of a fish finder rig is to let the fish run without resistance to the weight. The slider/weight holder should be on the main line, not the leader that minimalizes the length of slide. Lastly, before putting on the weight slider, a bead should be placed between the slider and last knot to prevent damage to that knot. The advantage to this way of doing it, is a shorter bight leader which improves the casting distance, it basically reduces the "helicopter affect" on the cast. Plus it gives the fish a greater amount of running time before feeling the resistance of the weight, especially if you fish with a double drag, bait running function reel (which should ALWAYS be used when deadsticking).
Prior to my first saltwater fishing trip, I watched all of your surf videos and tutorials on how to make some basic rigs. I was able to catch multiple juvenile sharks and other species in the Gulf coast. It was so much fun, thank you both for the great products and content!
One thing I’d change is you wanna put a little plastic ball on your main line below the sliding swivel to protect the knot of your hook line from that swivel sliding up and down the line
Sweet! I cast a lot of sinkers and powder coat them. I use slip style egg sinkers tied with a foot of line with a plastic BB and swivel on each end. I normally use a circle hook with it. By the time the fish grabs and runs the hook sets it’s self.
17:15 So cool of you to give him back his lunch! Awesome catch and great fishing! Thanks for the videos and all the amazing tips. I fish up here in New England off the cliffs and the knowledge you share definitely helps me with my tackle setups!
Recreational fishing isn't going to cause any lasting damage , it's exaggerated ,I've worked in commercial fishing and you should see the thousands of dead bycatch we threw back in the ocean every season
I learned how to do a Sliding weight rig, way back in 84, when I was pier fishing the piers in Southern CA, and using a conventional reel. As for the High Low rig, you taught me how to make those. And I use them even for Trout. But this summer has not been good for fishing. Either too hot or raining. Have fun and Tight Lines.
@@7ThrillFishing Yep, using a Newll 454 conventional reel, on a 5.5 foot rod. 40 pound test and steel leader. I did catch a bit 150 pound bat ray off the pier at Ocean Side CA. It was a monster. I still have the stinger. It was very tasty.
@@longrider42 nice! I’m about 3-4hrs north of LA. Just got back into shark fishing from the pier & no luck on anything big. Just 3 dog sharks this weekend. I’m using a Carolina rig with a wire leader w/ 7/0 circle hook. any tips?
@@7ThrillFishing What type or reel and rod are you using, oh and line weight? I used a sliding rig. I would cast the line out, using a big sinker. Then on a steel leader with hook and snap swivel, I would bait up with some fresh mackerel, attach the now baited hook and leader to the main line, and let it slide down the line. That way is passes through all layers. That's the rig I caught the ray on. But fresh mackerel is your best bet. Or maybe a piece of bloody beef liver. Just make sure it smells and bleeds.
I can called that fishing spot on that seashores as Shark's Beach. It was home place for sharks. But sharks have an important role in balancing the ocean's eco-system. Guys you have a passion, love ❤and care for the fishes like sharks that after you caught them you release them to their natural habitat. Good works and nice hobby on recreational and fishing sports! 😊😊😊👍👍👍
New to salt fishing, someone donated us some older salt gear so we have been diving into it (no pun intended) I have 2 9ft rods with a I think a diawa 60x or 80x. I know it's not the most expensive set up but hey, it's a start. I was trying to think of a good all round line to use in different applications. I spooled them with 20lb berkly big game mono. The 25lb seemed so ridged and wirey. Maybe I'll keep that to make leaders. When you're casting out into the surf, I am using the same type set up w the sinker slider, once our, do you reel the slack and have the rod right, or do you leave a little slack so like you said the fish would pick it up and run a little. Can't wait to be catching anything other than a little catfish out in the surf. Thanks again!
Nice rigs you got there. I usually walk out to chest high water and cast out, and the last few trips I was catching big shovel heads like you got there. Only I was in Port Aransas, TX and using an old vintage Penn 704 Greenie Spinfisher reel, with a 10ft
Those Bonnetheads are the Texas versions of the NJ and NY Dogfish! At least we can eat the Dogfish. Lol! No, I wouldn't swim where you are or New Jersey in the middle of summer. Happiness on the water and safe travels to your next adventure!
You can eat bonnet heads too believe it or not. Supposedly they are delicious. I prefer not to eat shark, but I might have to try it one day. I hear such great reviews.
Good Eating, bonnethead sharks eat mostly a crustacean diet and are not susceptible to mercury build-up in their flesh. Most larger predators with high mercury concentrations that should be avoided are primarily long-lived species whose primary diet is fish. Bonnethead sharks can be some of the best-eating fish, perfect for the grill.
I’ve never had much luck with crab but I stay using it when fish aren’t biting the mullet or shrimp or squid.. they do add a different scent I think and that whybimland more it’s mullet and shrimp after
If you had heavier gear you should put big rigs out....hook a raggy...or something......here in South Africa we got plenty....Good rigs you are using....Thanks for the awesome video....
Nice sharks 🦈👍🎣 yes the picture quality is great 👍 come back to Los Angeles California and go Pier fishing at cabrilo Beach Pier in San Pedro California
Didn't know we could keep the first and only one we've caught so far (couple years ago)--it was perfect "eating size" for a shark. Won't happen again. How do you cook yours?
Hey do you use mono line? My friend w mono line gwts so many more bites on the sliding fish finder rig and i think its because my braids gets tangled underwater a lot easier than his thicker mono
If that's Florida, you do not want to swim. The water is so warm that smaller bait fish are coming to shore for something to eat bring in the sharks. Wait till October when it cools, then you'll catch some fish.
Sharks are nothing to be scared of. The water is actually quite colder than most places. U will often catch a lot of good big fish almost all year around. Also u can catch some good eating shark.
@@HeySkipper I’ve been watching your vids for a while bro, and you’ve coke very far!! I enjoy watching your videos at work with coworkers.. would love to be able to fish with you someday.
How do you USE a fish finder rig? I understand that the bait can float around freely because the weight is not gripping the line, but does that mean you leave your bail open or you have The drag at minimum drag?
put it this way, in water- mono is 85% visible to the fish eye. fluro is 30% visible. for a leader always use good and more pricey fluro. cheap fluro bends and twist with crinks much easier so you always changing leader line. save and spend on the better quality fluro leaders. there is a reason why some fluros cost more other then just being a great brand.
Hey Brendan you said about if we will go swimming in the water bonnethead sharks don't frighten me cuz we got shocks here in New York how to close some of the beaches you heard about that in Long Island New York they got those a couple of shark attacks and the problems we got is with the tiger sharks and the mako sharks but I'm bonnethead shark I wouldn't mind swimming in it but if it's a tiger around or a Mako no way
@@michaeleverton4882 yeah bull sharks are dangerous I know both trucks going fresh or saltwater but I don't know if you have any balls out here in New York I know we got tigers Mancos blue sharks a thresher sharks
Love all your videos. I’m now looking into getting a surf rod and reel but I need your help, can u possibly do a review or something on a rover reel from kastking? I haven’t found much help besides reviews on those for freshwater n catfish.
Nice vid. could you give air and water temp with vids please. Yep i would go swimming in there no problem. If you are swimming in the surf you are always swimming with sharks.
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Incredible video! You’re a 100% right your catch all and sure catch rigs do catch everything. Bought some last winter and got everything from black tip, puffers, rays, you name it. Great rigs
Thanks so much man! I’m happy they worked out so well for you. I use them almost every time for all My videos!
@@HeySkipper I’ve learnt so much from your videos. Hate to say it but after 1 winter of surf fishing it’s ruined freshwater fishing for me 😀
From 30+ years of experience of fishing for stripers & blues off the beach with a fish finder rig, the last knot to use on the hook is a snell knot. Toothy critters, especially blue fish, will climb the shank & cut into that snell in a heartbeat. Plus the fact that a snell knot does not look natural or let the bait swim (live) or drift (chunks) freely. Clinch knot is the way to go with a leader to hook. Also, the whole purpose of a fish finder rig is to let the fish run without resistance to the weight. The slider/weight holder should be on the main line, not the leader that minimalizes the length of slide. Lastly, before putting on the weight slider, a bead should be placed between the slider and last knot to prevent damage to that knot. The advantage to this way of doing it, is a shorter bight leader which improves the casting distance, it basically reduces the "helicopter affect" on the cast. Plus it gives the fish a greater amount of running time before feeling the resistance of the weight, especially if you fish with a double drag, bait running function reel (which should ALWAYS be used when deadsticking).
Screenshot. Good info
I agree with everything you said except with the snell knot. When using circle hooks for chunking the snell knot is the best knot to use.
If so that’s good news for me, I don’t know how to do a snell knot 🤣
Definitely trying this method this summer for stripers
I’m new to fishing.. wish they had a video showing what you’re stating
Prior to my first saltwater fishing trip, I watched all of your surf videos and tutorials on how to make some basic rigs. I was able to catch multiple juvenile sharks and other species in the Gulf coast. It was so much fun, thank you both for the great products and content!
🤣🤣Man spanked the bonnet shark on the way out
Bonnet heads taste great. Caught a 22 pounder and I have one piece left, so good.
One thing I’d change is you wanna put a little plastic ball on your main line below the sliding swivel to protect the knot of your hook line from that swivel sliding up and down the line
Sweet! I cast a lot of sinkers and powder coat them. I use slip style egg sinkers tied with a foot of line with a plastic BB and swivel on each end. I normally use a circle hook with it. By the time the fish grabs and runs the hook sets it’s self.
That’s a good idea too!
Bonnetheads are mainly bottom feeders like their big cousins are. They'll take stingrays, flounder, crabs, etc.
the amount of sharks you caught has me terrified of swimming in the ocean :O
I LIKE THAT FIRST RIG WITH THE CRAB, I WILL USE IT FROM NOW ON
Is it me or does the video picture quality is looking better than before 👍
17:15 So cool of you to give him back his lunch! Awesome catch and great fishing! Thanks for the videos and all the amazing tips. I fish up here in New England off the cliffs and the knowledge you share definitely helps me with my tackle setups!
Dude, I thought you knew better. When your ocean fishing, you take every thing :) I miss it. You are a lucky man.
Haha, no I put a lot back believe it or not, it’s important to take what you need and no more.
Recreational fishing isn't going to cause any lasting damage , it's exaggerated ,I've worked in commercial fishing and you should see the thousands of dead bycatch we threw back in the ocean every season
One crazy fishing session. Love when the bite is on and multiple rods get action. 👍
I need to get out to the surf and chill fish more often. Usually use a three way with a sinker but I need to give this rig a try.
I learned how to do a Sliding weight rig, way back in 84, when I was pier fishing the piers in Southern CA, and using a conventional reel. As for the High Low rig, you taught me how to make those. And I use them even for Trout. But this summer has not been good for fishing. Either too hot or raining. Have fun and Tight Lines.
Happy to have taught you that. This summer has been Ssoooooo hot tho. I think it might have to do with that
Did you do any shark fishing?
@@7ThrillFishing Yep, using a Newll 454 conventional reel, on a 5.5 foot rod. 40 pound test and steel leader. I did catch a bit 150 pound bat ray off the pier at Ocean Side CA. It was a monster. I still have the stinger. It was very tasty.
@@longrider42 nice! I’m about 3-4hrs north of LA. Just got back into shark fishing from the pier & no luck on anything big. Just 3 dog sharks this weekend. I’m using a Carolina rig with a wire leader w/ 7/0 circle hook. any tips?
@@7ThrillFishing What type or reel and rod are you using, oh and line weight? I used a sliding rig. I would cast the line out, using a big sinker. Then on a steel leader with hook and snap swivel, I would bait up with some fresh mackerel, attach the now baited hook and leader to the main line, and let it slide down the line. That way is passes through all layers. That's the rig I caught the ray on. But fresh mackerel is your best bet. Or maybe a piece of bloody beef liver. Just make sure it smells and bleeds.
That's one of best fish finder rigs I use
I can called that fishing spot on that seashores as Shark's Beach. It was home place for sharks. But sharks have an important role in balancing the ocean's eco-system. Guys you have a passion, love ❤and care for the fishes like sharks that after you caught them you release them to their natural habitat. Good works and nice hobby on recreational and fishing sports! 😊😊😊👍👍👍
Yes Bonnet heads get up to 5 ft long. The biggest one I've ever caught was 1 1/2 ft. Common size for what most people catch.
I think that screaming was Brandon's mating call to the fish. 😂
New to salt fishing, someone donated us some older salt gear so we have been diving into it (no pun intended) I have 2 9ft rods with a I think a diawa 60x or 80x. I know it's not the most expensive set up but hey, it's a start. I was trying to think of a good all round line to use in different applications. I spooled them with 20lb berkly big game mono. The 25lb seemed so ridged and wirey. Maybe I'll keep that to make leaders.
When you're casting out into the surf, I am using the same type set up w the sinker slider, once our, do you reel the slack and have the rod right, or do you leave a little slack so like you said the fish would pick it up and run a little.
Can't wait to be catching anything other than a little catfish out in the surf.
Thanks again!
Linda jornada de pesca impresionante los tiburones. Saludos desde Gesell Juanma 🐟🎣
Bonnet heads love crustaceans.. i have caught them with shrimp and small crabs in south florida
Nice rigs you got there. I usually walk out to chest high water and cast out, and the last few trips I was catching big shovel heads like you got there. Only I was in Port Aransas, TX and using an old vintage Penn 704 Greenie Spinfisher reel, with a 10ft
Those Bonnetheads are the Texas versions of the NJ and NY Dogfish! At least we can eat the Dogfish. Lol! No, I wouldn't swim where you are or New Jersey in the middle of summer. Happiness on the water and safe travels to your next adventure!
You can eat bonnet heads too believe it or not. Supposedly they are delicious. I prefer not to eat shark, but I might have to try it one day. I hear such great reviews.
Good Eating, bonnethead sharks eat mostly a crustacean diet and are not susceptible to mercury build-up in their flesh. Most larger predators with high mercury concentrations that should be avoided are primarily long-lived species whose primary diet is fish. Bonnethead sharks can be some of the best-eating fish, perfect for the grill.
You guys are blessed! Thanks
I learnt so much from you man from making my own rigs to actual fishing the right way thanks 🙏
Hey skipper I love your video from San Diego CA. Chula Vista,
That is a gorgeous beach
Bro fish finder rig with pyramid sinker is my favorite catching alot of big snapper in very strong current NZ Good luck 👍
Wow that is amazing fishing adventure brothers enjoy and take care always ❤️❤️❤️😍
Here in california we’re only allowed to fish with two poles I believe
Correct.
AND only If you purchased a second pole license. California is desperate for the money.
Thats wack
Wtf. Why is that?
Man hooked two bonnetheqds on my 7ft rod with 20lb line and a dead shrimp. I was going for redfish. They fight hard and are so fun
Wowwww that must have been a crazy fight bro
Looooove redfish
Thanks for sharing! Great video! Where are you fishing? Thanks Joe
Good job Skipper!
I’ve never had much luck with crab but I stay using it when fish aren’t biting the mullet or shrimp or squid.. they do add a different scent I think and that whybimland more it’s mullet and shrimp after
Hey skipper upload a video about rigs for handline cuban yoyo fishing
If you had heavier gear you should put big rigs out....hook a raggy...or something......here in South Africa we got plenty....Good rigs you are using....Thanks for the awesome video....
muy buena pesca, felicitaciones y saludos desde uruguay
Gracias!
Erin, why don't YOU grab a rod or two? I got granddaughters and LOVE to see them catch fish!
🎣 yes Erin, do more fishing yourself, and on video for us to see! 😊 🎣
Bro love the way you did this, thank you for the tips Great video
Great video THANKS , 2 questions ...Have you fished around San Felipe Mexico area ? .....Casting cannons, do you use them ,why or why not ?
Your my idol your a good fisherman
Thank you!
that hammerhead is a sick catch.
Nice sharks 🦈👍🎣 yes the picture quality is great 👍 come back to Los Angeles California and go Pier fishing at cabrilo Beach Pier in San Pedro California
King of The Bonnetheads! 😂
Hi bros, what kind robs and reels you using for, i really love them...
Dude it looks like you were in a casting for Jaws the begining jajajajaja. Nice fishing day!!
What's the problem? Sharks taste good too. 😂 That rig works well for Halibut also. They're very sensitive about tension on the line.
Love your videos brandon
Bonnet head sharks are delicious!!
Didn't know we could keep the first and only one we've caught so far (couple years ago)--it was perfect "eating size" for a shark. Won't happen again. How do you cook yours?
Lil Jon wants his sunglasses back!
Sorry lil jon, they are mine😎😈
Hey do you use mono line? My friend w mono line gwts so many more bites on the sliding fish finder rig and i think its because my braids gets tangled underwater a lot easier than his thicker mono
If that's Florida, you do not want to swim. The water is so warm that smaller bait fish are coming to shore for something to eat bring in the sharks. Wait till October when it cools, then you'll catch some fish.
Sharks are nothing to be scared of. The water is actually quite colder than most places. U will often catch a lot of good big fish almost all year around. Also u can catch some good eating shark.
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Just curious what lb main line and what lb leader line? Do you recommend for kind of fishing. Thanks!😊
I do 30 braid with 30 fluro works good
Love your videos!
Thanks!
I love your videos and I’m jealous lol
In South Africa we call that a Running Trace, fish feels no resistance from the sinker
Bonnetheads are good eating. Better than Mako in my opinion. Those are the only 2 sharks I would eat.
We call that a Shovel Nose Shark in Australia 🤟🏻
Hi Skipper please what is the size of the hook you are using ? Wish you all the best
wow very nice video💝💝💝💝
Good job 🎣🎣🎣
I wanna go fishing with this guy atleast once
Haha! I take that as a compliment! Thank you!
@@HeySkipper I’ve been watching your vids for a while bro, and you’ve coke very far!! I enjoy watching your videos at work with coworkers..
would love to be able to fish with you someday.
Where are you fishing? Put me in the mood to hit the surf! I'm in SE VA, but go to OBX, NC when I can.
Does this work for rock fishing. I mean fishing from shore where rocks are layed to near harbour
what beach was this at. i went last week and also caught a few shark at galv st park
really been liking your videos
Thanks so much!
Awesome sauce!!!
How do you USE a fish finder rig?
I understand that the bait can float around freely because the weight is not gripping the line, but does that mean you leave your bail open or you have The drag at minimum drag?
Bonnethead are fantastic eating
Thanks for the reminder, we released one before we knew better. I did know that small sharks are pretty good, can't wait to try a BH.
Hey skipper, too bad you don’t know anybody on the Internet who can sell you some better terminal tackle. 😂. Thank you for the content.
My tackle is fantastic, the sharp teeth fish are just notorious for stealing hooks
what size of hook did you use on sure catch rig ty
Yes I would go swimming in those waters but only for you my friend
what kind an size hooks do you use?
im just a newbe.
P.S. i love ur channel
Would like to see you do the rod and reel that you use. Thank you ,new to the sport. Just wondering?
I must say, catching Shark is a Blast !
please answer this question :) What pound mono was that when you caught that shark?
one quick question is there a difference in using mono or fluoro for leader on the carolina rig?
put it this way, in water- mono is 85% visible to the fish eye. fluro is 30% visible. for a leader always use good and more pricey fluro. cheap fluro bends and twist with crinks much easier so you always changing leader line. save and spend on the better quality fluro leaders. there is a reason why some fluros cost more other then just being a great brand.
Do you fish off the southern gulf coast in Texas?
We call that a Carolina rig in fresh water fishing
Hey Brendan you said about if we will go swimming in the water bonnethead sharks don't frighten me cuz we got shocks here in New York how to close some of the beaches you heard about that in Long Island New York they got those a couple of shark attacks and the problems we got is with the tiger sharks and the mako sharks but I'm bonnethead shark I wouldn't mind swimming in it but if it's a tiger around or a Mako no way
... and the bull sharks are Very dangerous too! 🦈 🎣
@@michaeleverton4882 yeah bull sharks are dangerous I know both trucks going fresh or saltwater but I don't know if you have any balls out here in New York I know we got tigers Mancos blue sharks a thresher sharks
@@michaeleverton4882 mako sharks the recording spelled it wrong
@@michaeleverton4882 you see it did it again I said bull sharks and it put down balls
Looks like talbot. Bonnets and blacktips out there. Would swim
Can this be used for jetty fishing ?
What's the difference in putting the weight at the top of the last vs the bottom?
if you notice fish is upside down , to change that , pass hook up from under neath fishes jaw .
Graet bro
Hey, Where is the best place for surf fishing in Victoria?
Hey Skipper where is it legal to surface fish in California especially Southern California ?? I’m new to this and never did it before. Thanks
Please educate me. I thought if it has the floats its a pompano rig, if it doesn't have the floats it's a high/low rig. Please let me know. Thanks.
Love all your videos. I’m now looking into getting a surf rod and reel but I need your help, can u possibly do a review or something on a rover reel from kastking? I haven’t found much help besides reviews on those for freshwater n catfish.
Dammm that was a hell of a bite
Is the Bonnet Head good eating?
Standard trace for fishing in South Africa east coast
Hi.. may i know what reel do you use for your 10ft rod?
Nice vid. could you give air and water temp with vids please. Yep i would go swimming in there no problem. If you are swimming in the surf you are always swimming with sharks.
Good deal 👍
9:22 Brandon’s live reaction 🔴