Skyway Fishing Pier Spanish Mackerel Catch & Cook

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  • Join us as we venture to the Skyway Fishing Pier State Park to catch mackerel, stay tuned to the end where we cook it up in the fryer. The key when using the speck jig is to allow it to sink all the way to the bottom and rapidly work it back to the surface with as little slack as possible. This will help prevent bite offs. For more hits, I recommend using 30lb leader but if you start getting broke off too much, increase it to 40 or even 50lb mono. Wire will limit strikes and is not recommended.
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  • @Saltyscales
    @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Chris just made a mackerel tutorial rig, check it out here: th-cam.com/video/K2C8mE27074/w-d-xo.html

  • @sebascastillo10
    @sebascastillo10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a good deal for both of y’all!
    You got the watch and he got the experience! I like how humble you stay with your followers. Keep it up 👍🏼

  • @mikemcelveen2973
    @mikemcelveen2973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man,that St. Croix rod has served you well! Goin Bass fishing Tuesday gotta get my mind off what's going on. Hope more people find out fishing soothes the nerves. Watching you and Chris fish helps more than you know. Thanks Cap'n!

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that Mike. The St. Croix has treated me well for sure. Get out there and clear the mind.

  • @billburkhalter411
    @billburkhalter411 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You could have a food truck at the pier for slow days. Thank you for posting your videos.

  • @stephanietaylor7928
    @stephanietaylor7928 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mackerel fishing on 🔥! I love your videos!

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes ma'am, thank you!

  • @Echo7Seven
    @Echo7Seven 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff Josh! I’ve only ever had it baked but many people have told me it’s good fried. I plan to try it next time I catch some. Definitely do more catch and cooks.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely try it fried, you will love it.

  • @davescheer5038
    @davescheer5038 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey josh, always love to watch your skyway videos ,informative and for us daily meat hunters that want to have fun and bring back fish for the table and learn what tackle to use , you say y'all got cut off a lot have you tried thin wire , I bought a spool of strong thin stainless steal wire that you use for making jewelry at Walmart , it's cheaper than the wire leader in the fishing tackle section and its strong and thin , gonna try it on my next run to the pier watch'n y'all flog the water always gets me motivated ! Tight lines and good times 🎣

  • @omizoa7365
    @omizoa7365 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I swear I need that legend xtreme 💪🏽..good video bro, keep me coming

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its a fine rod and thank you!

  • @vladfish
    @vladfish 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job n yesss more catch n cook man.

  • @garydirks8223
    @garydirks8223 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Speck rigs are a long time favorite of mine. They are effective on most saltwater bay fish day or night. Looks like you guys have a good spot with that causeway.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love the simplicity and they do get the job done well.

  • @JOLLYROGER41590
    @JOLLYROGER41590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job man

  • @RadReelingFishing
    @RadReelingFishing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those looked like yummy gold nuggets. Always a fun adventure when the mackerel are biting. I was hoping to see a Goliath hook up too.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Delicious bud, me too. They can be elusive some times but stay tuned!

  • @davepalmetto
    @davepalmetto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have fun and take care

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, you too David! 👍

  • @rickhiggs4303
    @rickhiggs4303 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Josh.. Yeah the back have been hitting pretty good in the Sarasota area also.. I heard a couple of ughs from Chrissypoo, so figured he was having his normal aggravation. Lol. You know we all love your catch and cook videos.. I found if you let the fillets sit in milk a couple hours that also helps with the taste not being so fishy.. Loved the video and thanks so much with sharing with us.. I always look forward to your videos.. Always your friend, fan, and subscriber..

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Rick, you are right about that. Milk or lemon juice pulls that fishy taste right out. I like to allow mine to soak for 24 hours when possible.

    • @LRocks1000
      @LRocks1000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Saltyscales I see this about Spanish all the time. Not sure what ya'll mean. I don't even soak my blues, just bleed 'em. That "fishy" taste doesn't really exist unless you eat the dark meat (bloodline) in my opinion. I caught a 20" Spaniard off the cocoa beach area, cleaned him, didn't even bleed him, best, pure white fillets I've scene besides Pompano. Ate it raw like sushi on the pier to be a badass... Was perfectly fine. Long story short, I think Kings give the Spaniards a bad rap for the quality of meat. You don't need to do anything besides season and cook for a spanny. Thanks for the video though!

  • @pedrolguzmanjr.1621
    @pedrolguzmanjr.1621 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good Morning JT very nice n yes do another catch n cook

  • @stewartgainesii4669
    @stewartgainesii4669 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video Joshua. You should do a spring time grouper video!!

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stay tuned, I just might. 👍

  • @PepsiTitantic
    @PepsiTitantic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks delicious.

  • @dinoharrison5138
    @dinoharrison5138 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Capt. Whats the matter did you forget your "Chris Canning Fish Landing Shoes" (2:54) I guess Chris proves there IS such a thing as a free lunch. lol JK Chris, I know you were there. I have to go check out your video also. Looks like a lot of fun for Both of you. True Friendship is a hard thing to come by. Be Safe and Stay Well guys and gals. God Bless ✝

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Chris is starting to rub off, the way I was kicking that mackerel eh?

  • @CastNBlast
    @CastNBlast 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That’s so sick to catch that on a pier and water looks beautiful

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It has been beautiful.

  • @yoni9829
    @yoni9829 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i live close to the skyway and i always go there and cannot catch anything lately. i would love some tips/ tutorials of how you do it and specifically what you use. btw i love ur vids and keep up the hard work

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have a look a this video bud: th-cam.com/video/ClppFFm6U8Y/w-d-xo.html

    • @yoni9829
      @yoni9829 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Saltyscales thank you

  • @THEADVENTURECHANNEL11
    @THEADVENTURECHANNEL11 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. South side of the bridge? I'll be down there Sunday for four days.

  • @michaelvega2066
    @michaelvega2066 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I will have to try out that jig, I usually use the Gotcha plugs when targeting mackerel. Do you prefer the north or south pier?

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gotcha's work great, just expensive to lose a bunch to the toothy mackerel. Personally, I like the south pier, more room, and options.

  • @boywonda1887
    @boywonda1887 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep it up

  • @marcusyoung2870
    @marcusyoung2870 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those mackerel nuggets looked good. Never had mackerel before but I wonder if it would go well with okra? 🤤

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try it like this and you'll want to keep them all lol.

  • @MrPrimetime474
    @MrPrimetime474 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what weight are those speck jigs? thanks

  • @supercanard6788
    @supercanard6788 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use live pinfish To catch Spanish mackerel and I used live shrimp to catch the pinfish at skyway fishing pier

  • @iancordova
    @iancordova 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When do you guys typically fish? In the morning or afternoon? Is there a leading factor on the time of day you go to the pier such as tide over time of day? Coming from Citrus County, it seems by the time I get there, the current and wind pick up making fishing tough. Then I see videos like this where the water seems calm compared to what I see :)

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      We fish all day but the most productive times are sunrise and a couple hours before sunset. Pay attention to feed times, wind and pressure.

  • @frostizz2072
    @frostizz2072 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought 2 3/4 spoons, will those work for mack and when do they come to skyway

  • @Youngnbledsed84
    @Youngnbledsed84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey bro what do you use to edit your videos? Ps loving your videos man keep up the good work

  • @garyferrer2032
    @garyferrer2032 ปีที่แล้ว

    What months are the mackerel biting

  • @yingher1663
    @yingher1663 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the best time for mackerel?

  • @mcwili1
    @mcwili1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    God welcomes everybody, no matter what they believe.

  • @JohnSmith-vz4yd
    @JohnSmith-vz4yd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you know if the bite is going to be slow? I would love some of your insight!

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey John, checkout my solunar tide video

  • @boywonda1887
    @boywonda1887 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was just looking for a live report of skyway

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fishing is good, they did temporarily close the piers though.

    • @luisayala2817
      @luisayala2817 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Joshua Taylor is the pier still close ?

  • @CaptChrisCanning
    @CaptChrisCanning 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dang... wasn’t first on this one 🙃 was a fun day! I got beat BAD! But man that Spanish mackerel was yummy!

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was good for sure!

  • @robjones5339
    @robjones5339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! What brand shirt are you wearing? I like it a lot.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SaltyScales.com. Best performance shirts on the market. 👍

  • @frostizz2072
    @frostizz2072 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best time for skyway mackeral?

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  ปีที่แล้ว

      I like spring and fall. Mackerel bit will get really good here in the next couple months.

  • @alangrant9558
    @alangrant9558 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was this north or south side? Also do you ever use spoons on em?

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      South side, absolutely, check out this video of mine: th-cam.com/video/ClppFFm6U8Y/w-d-xo.html

    • @alangrant9558
      @alangrant9558 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Saltyscales Awesome thank you!

  • @Poppabill48
    @Poppabill48 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Too bad the pier is now shut down. If it wasn't bad weather, Red tide , now CV I'll never get a chance to get out.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know the feeling, hopefully this virus subsides soon.

  • @michaeljimenez1958
    @michaeljimenez1958 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is the skyway open do to the virce?

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Currently it's closed.

    • @michaeljimenez1958
      @michaeljimenez1958 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      🥶🥶🤮🤮🤮🤮🤬🤬🤬🤬🤢🤢🤢🤢🐃🐃🐃💩💩💩

  • @nakaiswilling0369
    @nakaiswilling0369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What month to what month is it best to go fishing for Spanish mackerel off that Pier

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This month is one of the best for mackerel but they will be prevalent throughout the summer.

    • @aaronlfz
      @aaronlfz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sadly the Piers are closed...

    • @nakaiswilling0369
      @nakaiswilling0369 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@aaronlfz can you take a 23 foot RV on these fishing piers,do you know of anywhere I can find the rules of the pier

  • @Disciple_Of_Lerxst
    @Disciple_Of_Lerxst 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you run over a cat when you got on the bridge!?

  • @George_Dermody
    @George_Dermody 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So do you have a secret spot with a magic pole number when catching these macks

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not really, they move around a lot. Find the schools of Spanish sardines and mackerel will be close.

  • @kayaking_j448
    @kayaking_j448 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope they don't close it for you guys!

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's privately run so I don't see it happening but we will see.

  • @BJGreaves
    @BJGreaves 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok I have caught several Goliaths from a boat but wondering what the strategy is from the pier? In terms of de-hooking them. Since you can’t take them out of the water? Or are the Goliath at the skyway small enough typically to bring out of the water? I’ve been wanting to try that but have shy’d away because I don’t want to cut the line 20’ up if you catch one too big to haul up?

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Use a circle hook and a DGX Titanium Tek Line Cutter with rope to cut. We never take them out of the water unless they are babies.

  • @timothyberlinski2299
    @timothyberlinski2299 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought it was illegal to even target goliath grouper?

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not illegal at all. They are protected from harvest but not catching.

    • @timothyberlinski2299
      @timothyberlinski2299 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Saltyscales wasn't being an ass just wondering cause i heard that. I just moved here and retired from the air force. Really want to learn the pier so i can fish when i cant takes boat out.

  • @thomasblanton7199
    @thomasblanton7199 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You made this video just in time skyway is closed because of the virus.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know, I wanted to get out there this week but it's best for the people.

    • @thomasblanton7199
      @thomasblanton7199 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I went to the skyway that next day after you filmed because i was hoping to get in on some spainsh. But it was closed. I did manage to catch some big Spanish in saint pete park by the marina. And 2 big jacks. One 25 lbs the other 45 lbs.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thomasblanton7199 Those are toads.

    • @Los_Goat
      @Los_Goat 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thomas Blanton which marina was this? You know if its still open?

  • @i2aspire
    @i2aspire 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You better of saved your wife some she'll be after you with a rolling pin

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      We had a whole plate full. I cleaned eight fish and we feed the neighbors lol.

  • @jesusiscomingsoonrepent6440
    @jesusiscomingsoonrepent6440 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    jesus is coming soon you need the holy spirit to enter into heaven 🙏.

  • @juliansemenuk2727
    @juliansemenuk2727 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you want to catch a goliath grouper or big sharks hit up Jay Cross at skyway misfits fishing team on Facebook

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I know Jay lol. We have been fishing the piers a long time but there really is nothing to catching goliaths at the pier. You just have to get them to bite.

  • @jordanprince6206
    @jordanprince6206 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lmao mackerel taste horrible. Weird target fish.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mackerel taste horrible when you don't know how to prepare them. 🤫

    • @jordanprince6206
      @jordanprince6206 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Joshua Taylor Eh, doesn’t matter. Good fight, trash fish. I’ve had tons of people say the same thing. Why jump through the hoops to make a crap fish edible? Lmao.

    • @Saltyscales
      @Saltyscales  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't dispute that there are better tasting fish but I promise you, if I cooked a batch up for you I think you would change your mind.

    • @hatterasfreediver
      @hatterasfreediver 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're crazy.. Cut all the bloodline out of the filets ,fry them up, and they are delicious