Thanks for watching everyone! To get the latest updates: ► Instagram: instagram.com/fishing_with_rod ► Facebook: facebook.com/fishingwithrod The episode of this year's Tidal Fraser River pink salmon opening is out! kzread.info/dash/bejne/g3Z8srOrg7LOXaw.html

@jhlonhung202

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rod!

@danibadalov6121

11 ай бұрын

where to buy all this? can you give a link

Wow I really thought they weren’t going to open Fraser pinks this year.. sweeet. Thanks for pushing the opening Rodney👍🙏

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

Always enjoy your recommended tackle videos. Thanks!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching Michael! 🙂

Great video Rod! Happy the fraser is opening for a bit. Been catching the pinks at Ambleside the last 2 weeks!

@rempleforskin

2 жыл бұрын

i caught 2 at furry creek, and missed one that chased my hoochie bomb to the shore. never caught anything at amble side :(

We missed you Rod, Glad to have you back!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kyle. 😊

Really informative, lots of great insight here Rod 💯

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Glad to share.

Awesome video! Excited to give pinks a try this year

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck Adam!

Just took some of your advice and went to Richmond and caught two pinks this afternoon. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I heard it was on fire along that whole stretch this afternoon! Congratz on the catches!

Great video Rod 🎣👍🎣👍, full of TOP QUALITY INFORMATION & TIPS 😉😉

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy! 🙂

Thank-you very much for the episode. Excellent information !!!!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Dave. Thanks for watching!

Thanks Rod, today I got my first Pink, love your videos!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! 👍

Thanks for a great video on showing the set up for pink salmon fishing ..

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Darren as always!

Great video, Rod. Your dedication to education is to be commended.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words Nelson. I’m very flattered. 🙂

Caught my first one today! Chrome female! Thanks Rod for the great videos!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for checking out the video. 🙂

🎣 Informative - Thank you Rod

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Any time!

Thanks for the insight! Hoping to get out there soon and land some!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Great! The next two weeks should be very good.

I love the new logo looks great 👍

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you David! I'm hoping that there'll be some stickers, decals etc available at some point later this year. :)

Thanks Rod!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Joseph!

Thanks Rod gonna try my luck tomorrow

@FishingwithRod

11 ай бұрын

Good luck!

Thanks great video

@FishingwithRod

11 ай бұрын

You're very welcome Marie.

Thanks for the video Rod! I'm new to the area and have never fished for Pinks before. Is there a native vs. hatchery designation I need to be aware of for retention, like Coho?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Good question, a couple others have asked the same thing and I really should have mentioned it. All of the pink salmon you encounter in the Fraser River are wild/unclipped. Majority of the fish spawn naturally in all the Fraser River tributaries as well as the Fraser River itself (mostly between Chilliwack and Hope). There is a small component of hatchery fish but they are not marked, unlike the coho salmon program. Because of this, you can keep any pink salmon you catch.

Might want to explain best knots for tying floro to braid or mono...

@Fishing with Rod Thanks for the informative video. If you don't mind saying..what knot do you use to attached the floro to the braid or do you use a swivel?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I use an improved Albright knot to attach the braid main to my fluoro. I should also have noted in the video that I find this connection works well with at least 12 or 15lb fluoro to the braid. 10lb or less it either breaks or slips quite easily.

Hey Rod great video! Do you keep both doe and buck in pinks or prefer one or the other?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave, I don't really have a preference on the gender actually. This year, we've decided to just keep the first few we catch and stop catching and releasing once we are done to lessen the impacts. Thanks for watching!

Hi, Thank you for this video: highly instructive :) I have a few questions for you: 1) Do you use a swivel between your main line and the fluorocarbon leader? 2) Do you use a snap clip to attach the fluorocarbon leader to the selected lure? 3) What brands of spoons / spinners (aside from the Blue Fox) would you recommend? Thank you kindly in advance for your answers :) Take care

@FishingwithRod

Жыл бұрын

Thanks David. I use an improved Albright knot to connect the braided main to the fluorocarbon leader since the leader is several feet long. If you use a swivel, you wouldn't be able to cast with that much line sticking out. I personally don't use a snap swive to connect the lure to the fluorocarbon leader, but you could. I like to keep my setup as minimal as possible. Here in BC, Prime Lures' spoons and spinners are really good for chinook, coho and pink salmon.

Hey Rod, I hope your doing well! I know the river opens today and I would like to get out for a few casts tonight. I’m only doing catch and release so I’m not worried about there being tons of fish in the system so do you think it’s worth going out this early in the run?

@FishingwithRod

11 ай бұрын

Yes it is.

Great and informative video. Is there a recommended spot to try on Fraser?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/tidal_fraser_river.html

Hi Rod, what do you think about using a telescopic spinning rod?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I personally wouldn't.

I'm a former Penn and Star Rods pro-staff member so I'm a little biased lol. I'd probably use a Penn Clash reel and Star Stellar lite or Seagis rod. Very nice set-up even though it's not Penn and Star lol...

@connormathot3718

2 жыл бұрын

Penn reels are 100% the best bargain for the money

The shimano stratic that you suggested, is it the 2500 or the 2500HG. I can only seem to find the HG.

@FishingwithRod

11 ай бұрын

Mine is a HG.

Hi Rod What is the model of the Mobynets you have, is it the Moby Steelhead? Thanks.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

That particular model is called D&K Special. It’s not listed on the website but you can email Don the owner to custom order it. It has the same size hoop as the Steelhead, with a longer handle as you can see in the video. I love it and would recommend it to everyone. 😊

👍🏻👍🏻

Hi Rod, where did you get that pack of pink jig heads complete with hook? I can't find them! Thank you..

@FishingwithRod

Жыл бұрын

Those are made by Jig Geek: www.jiggeek.com

Hey Rod at 3:17 the light spinning rod looks like a great trout rod. What model is it? I heard 6’ but didn’t hear the weight and model etc. thanks!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I got it listed in the description. ;) It's rated 4-10lb, not bad for Interior lake trout. You could get a lighter model in that Clarus series too (2-6lb).

@stevebiggs1822

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod missed that ! Thanks Rod! Tight lines

If visibility is so low, why the need for a fluoro leader at all? Does it make a difference vs going straight form mainline to lure?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I guess that might just be all in my head, thinking it’d give me a better chance. 😉 One thing to note is that the water clarity can change from hour to hour sometimes in the Tidal Fraser due to the tide. The incoming saltwater tends to be. clearer than the silty freshwater. Sometimes 2 or 3 feet of visibility can take place, in that case I’d like to have my fluoro on instead of just straight braid to the lure.

After watching this video I bought some size 2 hooks from Amazon. The ones that arrived have a slightly larger than 1/4" gap between the point and the shank. I know there are #2's and 2-0's. I'll have to keep looking.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Those VMC hooks I showed in the video, after trying for one week I can say that I really like them. :) I still wish the gap can be just slightly smaller, but it's pretty close to perfect. Sharpness is good too.

@haynerbass

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod Thank you for responding. The hooks I received in the mail look to be considerably smaller than the ones in your video. How big would you say the gap is or was?

Hi rod, what brand and lb of mono do you use on your mainline (baitcaster)?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I use Maxima Ultragreen (12 or 15lb test), depending on the reel.

Hi Rod, I’m just wondering what size the VMC hooks are that you recommend. Thank you

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I have size 1 on my lures right now, and they held up nicely at the beach tonight… 🙂

@captainron9136

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod Thanks Rod !

Hi Rod, wondering if float fishing for pinks work?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Float fishing for pink salmon works in tributaries like the Chilliwack/Vedder River, but not in the Tidal Fraser River. You could try, but more likely than not you'd catch more fish by casting and retrieving lures.

What net is that? I am looking for a knotless net for salmon and yours looks gorgeous

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

That is a Moby Net. www.mobynets.com That particular one I am holding in the video is actually not listed on the website. It's called the D&K Special. If that's the one you're looking for, you can order it by emailing Don the owner of Moby from the website.

Thanks you very much for all these information, One question here please, I guess all pink salmon are wild not like the coho salmon am I right?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Good question, that's correct. Majority of the Fraser River pink salmon spawn naturally. There is a small component of hatchery raised pink salmon but they are not adipose clipped unlike our hatchery coho salmon program. Thanks!

@ameeralabbasi1313

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod Thanks a lot for the quick response, We learned a lot from you.

G.Loomis is in a different tax bracket than I am. I am a huge fan of Shimano's Compre and Fenwick's HMG, both in the price range of this peasant.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

A different tax bracket is right lol... :)

@jcoops4911

2 жыл бұрын

The hmg is fantastic

Where do you go to fish on the Fraser never fished it before?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/tidal_fraser_river.html

Check out the 2021 Shimano Nasci, please! Love mine!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I know! I can’t wait to use one…. I love the colour.

Yeah hooioooo

Do these techniques apply to Vedder as well

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Yes.

what time should be good time for fraser river fishing? tried do it on Monday after the low tide until sunset but hasn't got any luck.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Usually I like to focus on the last three hours of the incoming tide until the tide peaks.

@robinyu324

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod thanks for the tip, will try again. :)

Hi Rod, what is the casting weight of the G. LOOMIS? Thank you!

@FishingwithRod

5 ай бұрын

6-10lb

@TimB1991

5 ай бұрын

@FishingwithRod Thanks a lot, Rod!

Hello everybody, does anybody know how long has been pinks entered the system? I am hoping to find them in the right spot :) Thanks, Rod for the updates! since we have a newborn it is now harder to go fishing :)

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Newborn! Congratulations Volkan! :) So about a million pink salmon have already entered the river, that's about 20% of this year's run. The run usually peaks in the second week of September in the Tidal Fraser River, then it may persists another week before tapering off. Fishing should be great right up to the last day of the opening on the 18th.

@wuquanchi

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod Thanks so much Rod :) it is an extremely exciting thing to have a baby :) cant wait to fish with her when the time comes :) I will report to you If I can get a bite :) all the best!

Any tips for cooking freshwater pinks? I caught a very bright looking buck with red firm meat in my local river (stateside) and the meat was frankly speaking atrocious. It tasted like trout, and not even a good trout, like I imagine the worlds worst stocker trout would taste like. Totally muddy flavor. For some reason the hen I harvested that had flesh turning white tasted better. I panseared it with heavy spice and made fish tacos. For whatever reason after cooking the meat turned white

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not that fond of eating pink salmon to be honest, their flavour and texture are just ok. I've never experienced a muddy pink salmon though. I do enjoying smoked pink salmon, particular salmon candies. I've also made pink salmon into fish cakes/patties as well, but I think that could be done with just about any fish with the right seasonings. It's pretty normal for their meat to turn pale once cooked. I do have a couple of recipe ideas I am going to try with this year's pinks and will film those, regardless if they are successful or not lol.

Can I go anywhere to fish for pinks in the fraser? or are there specific places

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

The tidal portion of the Fraser River is open. Check out this page for an overview including where you can fish etc. www.fishingwithrod.com/yabbse/index.php?topic=44189.0

Is the fraser opening for pinks this year

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Did you watch through the entire video? It's all about the opening...

Hey rod i am new to fishing and am wondering a general area i can go and take my daughter to try and catch a pink i am all about catch and release

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Here is a list of places to try with her, from Richmond to Mission, depending on which area you live in: www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/tidal_fraser_river.html Don't hesitate to keep a pink or two for eating too if you enjoy eating fish, they are very good.

Is Deas island worth fishing for pinks?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure. Find out and let me know. 🙃

hi Rod, you said 6 feet for the leader? am I right ,thanks

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, well even down to a couple feet is fine since the Fraser is quite murky.

@kokkeetan

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod hey ,Rod thanks for the reply

Where can you buy saltwater fishing license ? for BC?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

recfish-pechesportive.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/nrls-sndpp/index-eng.cfm

What make is that hoody you are wearing?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

That hoody is made by G.Loomis. www.gloomis.com/collections/gloomis-outerwear/products/gloomis-lifestylehoodie

Is it single barbless hook?

@FishingwithRod

10 ай бұрын

Yes.

What were the two requirements again? A saltwater fishing licence, and a salmon stamp? Also, do I need these when fishing up river?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

For the Tidal Fraser River pink salmon fishery which I talked about in this video, you need a saltwater fishing licence and the salmon stamp. Not sure what you mean by up river. If you are fishing in the river that is classified as non-tidal/freshwater, then you need a freshwater fishing licence.

@DillyWilly33

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod Ok thanks, but I still need a salmon stamp right?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Yes.

Can i use 30 lb braid as mainline. I only have that.

@silascheng6004

2 жыл бұрын

I also have a medium setup with 6 pound monofilament

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

I would use the line/gear ratings I recommended in the video.

What is the best spot for these fish.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

The best spot is where the fish are passing through. You can catch pink salmon anywhere in the Fraser, I would focus more on timing than location as I mentioned in the video.

Do you need tidal license or is non tidal fine?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

For fishing where?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

20:20

@stephenbasug4687

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod tidal area of fraser for pinks

What fly and color should I use?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

There is another video for pink salmon fly fishing setups and flies: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nK56ltBsnLWrprg.html

@riaalex5778

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rodney have fun fishing out there hope to meet you 😀

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

@@riaalex5778 Thanks, say hi at the river. :)

你好！When you said Fraser river mouth, is that means the ocean ? Thank you ! You got great videos.

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

你好 Linda, the areas which are open in this fishery is 29-11 to 29-17. Here is a map which shows which areas are open. www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fm-gp/maps-cartes/areas-secteurs/docs/29-eng.pdf

@lindachang1443

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod Thank you so much for all the great information! 🙏👍👍

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome Linda. I hope you get some fish in the next two weeks! 🙂

@lindachang1443

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod 👍

Hey rod I would love to fish there but I don’t know the address could you tell me by any chance

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

The Tidal Fraser? It stretches from Mission to Richmond... Check out this link: www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/tidal_fraser_river.html

@ajmalhaideri7611

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingwithRod so is there a certain address

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

It's 100km+ of shorelines....

Great video 👍👍. Iv been catching some big cutthroat lately

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ryan!

I just checked the Fraser river openings and it says nothing about pink salmon openings. Am I looking at the wrong place?

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

www.fishingwithrod.com/yabbse/index.php?topic=44189.msg418629#msg418629

@armandoantonioserpasmitjav1131

2 жыл бұрын

I see, thank you!

@FishingwithRod

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Good luck out there.