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How to Stop Wind Knots

Capt. Chris M. — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:01:02 GMT

Watch this video to learn how to control the line with spinning tackle and eliminate

[url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsCx5PYV-08]Wind Knots[/url]

Rigging Soft Plastic Baits

Capt. Chris M. — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:56:21 GMT

Video on - [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90nGnnugc-0]how to rig DOA CAL[/url] baits

DOA Question

capt.bill — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:54:11 GMT

I just bought some DOA Swimmin' Mullets and i was wondering if anyone has had any success with these little guys. How are they for snook and reds? thanks

Capt. Bill

Help

radicalracer3434 — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:50:48 GMT

Hi, I am moving from daytona beach to St.Pete for college within the next week and I was wondering if anyone could help me out. I will be attending usf St.Pete if anyone in that area knows that location. It is right by "the pier" and I was wondering if that is any good or if there are any good land or wading spots around there or just tips for the pier. Thank you very much

NEW AF Tips & Techniques Playlist

AF Producer — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 09:36:14 GMT

Click on the red arrow on the lower right corner of the player to access all of the clips and if anyone want to put a link or embed the player on their website or blog . . . the code is right there . . . pretty cool stuff!

How to Make a Bucktail

Raginpyro — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 10:44:23 GMT

For sebastian inlet purposes use
1.5oz-2oz jigs
I mainly use a 1.5 oz lure, but on full moon days i use a 2oz since the tide is much stronger and you want your lure to go deep.

Now your cheapest bet is to get a mold off here:
http://www.do-itmolds.com/

If you have time to drive to SNL corp then by all means go ahead, you will need the "crimped" hair it costs 12.95/ lb and you should ask them to cut it in 3 inch length for the body, and 4 inch for the tail (it doesnt really need a tail, but it looks nice with one)

The hooks you need are Eagle Claw 413 7/0 Do-it molds sells in lower quantities, but SNL sells in only quantities by 1000 ($100.30)

To help ease the tying process you can use a vise, which i bought at bass pro for like less then $20 in the fly fishing department.

At the part where you actually tye the hair, you can use a bunch of varieties of tying material. I usually use monofilament or braided line to tye mines.

Now... most of those sebastian lure builders have a custom mold, and this is just an option if your interested. These custom molds make the bucktails have a more larger flair, so they are more poofy and the nylon is more widespread.... But the only thing is the molds cost like $300-400

Lead can be obtained at metal scrap yards, or you can get them for cheaper at Brake repair shops. And you can paint the lead if you want later, but i don't.

I will post a thread with pictures to show you what they look like.
(Keep in mind this was my first set tyed so they probably look somewhat crappy)

You will also need this to place the bucktails in
http://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-6320/Poly-Bags-Flat-Open/2-x-9-2-Mil-Industrial-Poly-Bags

[IMG]http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c37/raginpyro/DSC08865.jpg[/IMG]

shimano or daiwa?

inshorefisherman247 — Tue, 19 May 2009 12:43:03 GMT

just wanted to know what was liked better. my next poll is gonna be specific reels

Upgrading reel handle

mfskate93 — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:36:39 GMT

I have a spheros 8000fb and I'm wanting to upgrade the handle to the power handle, does anybody know where I can get the handle for cheap and a video or website that can help me out?!?

need help

dadsfishn4 — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 06:17:29 GMT

My kids and I catch just about everything there is BUT reds and snook, we mainly fish sarasota bay. we would appreciate any help/pointers that you folks have :)

Thanks

Need diagram for replacing water pump on a yamaha 90 tlra

Doeslayer & LittlePoon — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:58:56 GMT

I need a diagram for replacing my water pump. Have manual. but can't find it after we were flooded out last year. It's packed away somewhere.

Thanks Bill.

BFL

fish4reds — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:31:03 GMT

I picked up a 5.5" BFL with the intentions of using it at MM but plan on hitting the flats with it to get the hang of the beast.

Anyone have any luck with this lure (cooknfish maybe:P)

Looking for tips on working it with the lips and without the lips.;)

bucktail action

John* — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 22:39:34 GMT

Whats the best way to work those bucktails for snook ? I know everybody has there own style , so whats yours ? :)

Making your own spoons.

ripnlips — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 18:47:24 GMT

[IMG]http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh75/marriocastello/ghettospoon1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh75/marriocastello/ghettospoon2.jpg[/IMG]

I call them "Ghetto spoons" because they are made from scrap material from my shop. I use a 2/0 or 3/0 gamakatsu trailer hook, a #5 split ring and a pop rivot. Bend the spoons in a small table vise to make it wobble and spin at whatever speed you want. Costs less than a dollar each to make. Sure beats 4 bucks each when you get 4 or 5 cut-offs.

wacky worm in the salt?

outdoorsguy24 — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:35:58 GMT

Ive been using a wacky rig for years in freshwater. It has consistently been my top producing, go-to bait on every trip. Now ive started to wonder...dying baitfish action...same concept for saltwater... Has anyone every used this technique in the salt?

jewfish

sw florida fishing — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:53:50 GMT

How do I catch one I live near Sanibel and own a boat. What bait can I use.

Morgan's Gold Spoon

bennyone — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:16:16 GMT

Where can I buy Blairs' 'Gold Spoon' he refers to in his shows?

hogy lures, any good?

diehardfisherman0812 — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:52:16 GMT

what fish bite the most on them?

Need advice regarding saltwater baitcasting rod amd reel

obmij51 — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 15:52:04 GMT

I've been using only spinning reels. I need to start using a baitcasting reel for more control and accuracy when fishing docks and mangroves. My last baitcasting reel was a disaster. I couldn't cast it more than 15 feet without ugly backlashes. I tried making all the adjustments but could never get the hang of it. I need some ideas for a good rod and reel combination that's easy to use. I'll be using inshore for reds and snook.

jerk baits

redfishgarret — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 13:50:57 GMT

What kind of jerk baits do you guys use and how do you rig them? I usually use gulp but the fish just tear them up and their to expensive.

Always looking for more bites:cool:

whats the best type of chummer?

Fishin Addict — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:46:21 GMT

any ideas on a good chummer

Best and Only Lure???

Flatsboy — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 16:47:46 GMT

Hey guys i went fishing yesterday and didnt catch anything, duh their were no bait fish anywhere. Anyways my dad like the Rapala Twitch N Rap and i did like the Redfish Magic but now its starting to hurt my arm. Im turning to yall to help me out on a question. Many of my friends tell me to use a Mirrolure Mirrodine, Catch Jr., Mirrodine XL, and of course my dad says a Twitch n Rap. So which one is the best for wade fishing? I fish the intercoastal with tons of grass, so it needs to float and be heavy enough to throw pretty far out. Using a 7ft All Star with a Penn 440ssg and 10lb Sufix Siege. Which one should i stick to?

Thanks guys

how to attract baitfish in saltwater

sw florida fishing — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:49:35 GMT

Yesterday I went fishing in sanibel florida on the west coast and it was a little cold. anyway i was in a grass flat about 5 foot deep. i was trying to catch bait but i just couldnt. however i thought the bait would come up if i had a chum. i was wondering if anyone knew a cheap way to attract baitfish. i dont want anything wet like chum blocks or wet catfood. i need something that will float and sink and is small enough so pinfish and greenbacks can eat it . i need help

DOA Baitbuster shallow one

MangroveFisherman — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:52:52 GMT

How do you fish the DOA Shallow bait buster in the 303 Dark Gn/Gold Glitter color? I've never fished this lure before, so I need some help! Im going to use it tomorrow when I go bass fishin at the lake and probably after that for some specs if there are any.:w00t:

Thanks!

Line to Leader!!

MangroveFisherman — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:24:14 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1N0mCf0AIAA

Try it, its realllllllllly really sweeeeeet!:w00t::w00t:

leader question...

Canesfinsfan — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:09:38 GMT

hello!

Fishin for redfish up in north merritt island and in the lagoon, tryin to figure out how i should tie my leader wire to my main line. i'm using 12lbs powerpro with a 20-30lbs leader. should i use a swivel? i've tried using bloodknots but it's kind of a pain in the @ss to tie cause the difference in diameter. i've also tried double uni's but the knot keeps hanging on the last eye hole and i dont get as good a cast. whats the best way to tie ur leaderwire to ur main line?

thanx alot!

~Corey

skitter walk!

redfishingmike — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:33:18 GMT

im torn between the colors silver mullet and redfish for the skitter walk which color is more productive for reds trout and snook

Your favorite all around rod

John* — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:21:23 GMT

Whats your favorite all around rod ,from throwing MirroDines to small pinfish or jumbo shrimp ? I'm hoping my new greenwater 8'2" spinner will fit the bill , I'll be using it for the first time at Apollo Beach this weekend..Trout , Reds , Snook what ever I can catch.:) I'm using a older Sahara 4000fb

Water clearity in Masquito Lagoon

Ron — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:25:22 GMT

I was wondering how clear the water is on that whole east side of the lagoon? thanks

What you can do with simple Spinners / Rooster Tails

TheFisherman — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:14:25 GMT

I do a lot of freshwater stream and river fishing and i use nothing but rooster tail spinners, they are great for trout but they work on many species. I use worms every once in a while but I have caught a wide variety of fish on the simple rooster tail spinner. Take a look at my fishing blog to see my the catches i have made using these lures in the past few months

http://thefishermanscorner.blogspot.com/

I fish in New England, primarily Massachusetts

New Mirrolure

backwater bandit — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:51:37 GMT

Well if people on this site did not know (which I doubt), Mirrolure just came out with a new topwater last week. And it is terrible in my opinion. It is shaped like a mirrodine, but it has a propeller on the front and a propeller on the back. These propellers are supposed to give it a sweeping side to side action and the day I bought it ($9) I tried it out and it had no action what so ever. So do not waste your money on this new topwater......... Just buy a top dog or a spook if you are looking for a great topwater.

Anyone else hear/use this new Mirrolure topwater??

Shark fishing off the beach

jackcrevalle10 — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:35:37 GMT

My son and I just started to go surf fishing and my son mentioned that you can catch sharks off the beach. How do i get started?

Posting Pics ?

Cracker11 — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:49:46 GMT

Well,I`m back here on the Forum,but I can`t seem to Post pic`s with the Copy and Paste method..........What do I need to do to post pictures here ?

Catching live bait in Crystal River

mudminnow — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:05:26 GMT

Need information of catching live bait in crystal river.

Where do catch live shrimp, finger mullets or mudminnows?

mudminnow

Trolling for spanish

liquorstore — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:03:25 GMT

Newbie question...
What is the best technique, equipment for trolling or casting for spanish mackeral? What would be different for king mackeral?
Going out of Jacksonville Fl 21ft Laguna CC
All help is appreciated

can anyone find redfish in southwest florida

badtothebone23 — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 08:12:40 GMT

I have fished in Estero Bay serveral times in the last month and cant find any redfish all ive caught are trout and snook any advice??

DOA Shrimp, Terror Eyz, and CAL methods?

wirenut110 — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 06:56:30 GMT

Twitch... twitch... sink pattern?

What #Line and #Leader is recomended the ICWW?

wirenut110 — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 18:37:08 GMT

I currently have two rod/reels I bring with me. One is 6'4" with a pfleuger echelon bait caster. It is lined with 10# tuff line braid and I use a 20# mono leader. My second setup is 7'0" with a shimano solstice spinning reel. This one is lined with 10# power pro and also 20# mono.

I am no pro so I have no idea of what type of fish I will catch. I usually catch small fish such as trout, jacks, ladyfish. But today I set the hook on a snook that was 32" or more. Unfortunately when he was at arm’s reach he broke off after a good fight. I inspected the line break and it was in my loop knot, after the actual knot. the mono leader was severely frayed. I do not know how it got frayed as I did not see any type of structure he could have pulled my line into. But anywho, how do I prevent this from happening again? Am I using too light of a line or leader? What are recommendations for line/leader for fishing the ICWW (flagler beach, fl) when you don't know what you are going to catch?

berkely gulp rigging

jarheadm249 — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 04:33:08 GMT

so does anyone use berkley gulp? if so,how do you rig the 4" pogy and 2" peeler crab?

Tying Knots, shows all kinds of knots

daleplane — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 11:55:00 GMT

At "www.animatedknots.com" they show how to tie with animation. I think it looks very good and I'm sure some of you already know this site. Talked with Capt. Wiggins today at "Dicks" in Orange Park, FL and he though it would be a good post.

Thanks hope everyone like's it

daleplane

charlotte harbor

redfishingmike — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 11:04:29 GMT

does anyone know how to fish those waters of charlotte harbor im going down there around the sec week of oct and i fish the waters around el jobean bridge or anywere in the myakka river my uncle has a key west 17" footer v hull boat if anyone knows any lures or baits thats work especially well around there and good spots and potholes i go down there sometimes but i can never seem to catch and reds trout or snook which i target i would love to catch these fish with ease please help i would greatly appreciate it :)