Great content Josh! I like that you measure the bigger fish now! Keep it up! Paul

@sotayakfishing

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the feedback! I typically try to measure if I think smb are over 18”

Amazing footage, good job getting all that on video. Don't sweat losing fish. It's just part of chasing river smallies. Personally I've gone to mono type co-polymer fishing line for all my treble hooked lures, just a bigger margin for error with a more forgiving line. I also find your moderate fast type rods not your fast to ex-fast rods with more flex in the mid part of the rod better for keeping smallies hooked. I also prefer your regular premium (Gamakatsu or Owner ST-36, etc.) round bend type hooks on topwaters, especially the rear treble. Save your short shank, wide gap, and heavy hooks for cranks or largemouth fishing. No need for special hooks that actually work against you with topwaters. I think if you try the combination of mono type line, mod-fast rod, and premium round bend hooks you will land a lot higher percentage of good smallies. Can't believe you only have 389 subscribers, keep putting out great videos and that won't last long. Keep it up.

@sotayakfishing

Жыл бұрын

I would run mono but most of the rivers I fish contain musky and big northern pike so I’m left with a heavier setup. I’ll definitely consider it if I dabble in non toothy rivers. Thanks for watching and for the suggestions!

@larryschannel9987

Жыл бұрын

@@sotayakfishing makes sense. I hadn't thought about where you were fishing. Good luck and take care

Crushin em!

Any SmLmouth is a good fish. Especially on top water!!

Great vid! I would replace the hooks. I usually put a red one on front and a single hook on back. Most get the front hook.

@sotayakfishing

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion and for watching the video!

props to you, I see rain I go home. lol