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!
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.
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 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!
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.
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 🎣
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 ✝
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
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 :)
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Chris just made a mackerel tutorial rig, check it out here: th-cam.com/video/K2C8mE27074/w-d-xo.html
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 👍🏼
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!
I appreciate that Mike. The St. Croix has treated me well for sure. Get out there and clear the mind.
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.
Definitely try it fried, you will love it.
You could have a food truck at the pier for slow days. Thank you for posting your videos.
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..
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.
@@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!
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.
I love the simplicity and they do get the job done well.
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 🎣
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.
Delicious bud, me too. They can be elusive some times but stay tuned!
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 ✝
Chris is starting to rub off, the way I was kicking that mackerel eh?
Mackerel fishing on 🔥! I love your videos!
Yes ma'am, thank you!
I swear I need that legend xtreme 💪🏽..good video bro, keep me coming
Its a fine rod and thank you!
Good Morning JT very nice n yes do another catch n cook
Will do
what weight are those speck jigs? thanks
Good job n yesss more catch n cook man.
You got it. 👍
Awesome video Joshua. You should do a spring time grouper video!!
Stay tuned, I just might. 👍
Have fun and take care
Thanks, you too David! 👍
I just bought 2 3/4 spoons, will those work for mack and when do they come to skyway
Great job man
Thanks Roger!
What months are the mackerel biting
How do you know if the bite is going to be slow? I would love some of your insight!
Hey John, checkout my solunar tide video
What is the best time for mackerel?
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
Have a look a this video bud: th-cam.com/video/ClppFFm6U8Y/w-d-xo.html
@@Saltyscales thank you
What month to what month is it best to go fishing for Spanish mackerel off that Pier
This month is one of the best for mackerel but they will be prevalent throughout the summer.
Sadly the Piers are closed...
@@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
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 :)
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.
Hey bro what do you use to edit your videos? Ps loving your videos man keep up the good work
I use Premier Pro
Is the skyway open do to the virce?
Currently it's closed.
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Great video. South side of the bridge? I'll be down there Sunday for four days.
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?
Gotcha's work great, just expensive to lose a bunch to the toothy mackerel. Personally, I like the south pier, more room, and options.
Those mackerel nuggets looked good. Never had mackerel before but I wonder if it would go well with okra? 🤤
Try it like this and you'll want to keep them all lol.
I use live pinfish To catch Spanish mackerel and I used live shrimp to catch the pinfish at skyway fishing pier
That’s so sick to catch that on a pier and water looks beautiful
It has been beautiful.
Looks delicious.
It was!
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?
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.
Great video! What brand shirt are you wearing? I like it a lot.
SaltyScales.com. Best performance shirts on the market. 👍
Best time for skyway mackeral?
I like spring and fall. Mackerel bit will get really good here in the next couple months.
Dang... wasn’t first on this one 🙃 was a fun day! I got beat BAD! But man that Spanish mackerel was yummy!
It was good for sure!
So do you have a secret spot with a magic pole number when catching these macks
Not really, they move around a lot. Find the schools of Spanish sardines and mackerel will be close.
Did you run over a cat when you got on the bridge!?
I was just looking for a live report of skyway
Fishing is good, they did temporarily close the piers though.
Joshua Taylor is the pier still close ?
7’6 or 7 ‘ ?
7' 6" 👍
Mid light or mid heavy .. ? It works well with jigs .. I'm going to buy it
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Keep it up
I thought it was illegal to even target goliath grouper?
Not illegal at all. They are protected from harvest but not catching.
@@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.
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.
I know the feeling, hopefully this virus subsides soon.
You made this video just in time skyway is closed because of the virus.
I know, I wanted to get out there this week but it's best for the people.
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.
@@thomasblanton7199 Those are toads.
Thomas Blanton which marina was this? You know if its still open?
I hope they don't close it for you guys!
It's privately run so I don't see it happening but we will see.
If you want to catch a goliath grouper or big sharks hit up Jay Cross at skyway misfits fishing team on Facebook
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.
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You better of saved your wife some she'll be after you with a rolling pin
We had a whole plate full. I cleaned eight fish and we feed the neighbors lol.
Lmao mackerel taste horrible. Weird target fish.
Mackerel taste horrible when you don't know how to prepare them. 🤫
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.
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.
You're crazy.. Cut all the bloodline out of the filets ,fry them up, and they are delicious