don't forget, there's a 1 rod 2 hook maximum when targeting rockfish from both shore and vessel. ALSO, did you know there's a CA reg for assist hooks too? IGFA rules state that: "Assist hooks or other such single hooks that are attached to a lure with a lead constructed of monofilament, multifilament, wire or other such material must conform to the following: When using assist hooks on any artificial lure, other than a skirted lure, the lead cannot be more than 1 ½ hook's length and the bend of the hook may not be more than 4 inches (101 mm), whichever is less, from the closest point of attachment on the lure. Double and treble hooks may not be used as assist hooks." now you know!

@user-kk6lc1th2r

5 жыл бұрын

That last bit about assist hooks is interesting. Are they considered different than “stinger” hooks?

@dobie333

5 жыл бұрын

CA has the dumbest rockfish hook regulations!!!! Why? How does IGFA rule relate to CA regulations???

@user-kk6lc1th2r

5 жыл бұрын

So, IGFA is not a regulation-creating or enforcement agency, so they have no connection to laws in California (or any state in the U.S.). They exist to _promote_ and support angling, but not regulate it. As for laws here in California, a lot of it is created around sustainability for the fish species, first and foremost. Recreational angling and commercial fisheries come second. In fact, I think that recreational fishing comes in #3 behind sustainability of the species (#1) and commercial fishing interests (#2). Sometimes, what is best for the fish & crabs isn't what is most convenient for us that hunt them. 🤷‍♂️

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

@@user-kk6lc1th2r thx for the clarification👍

@alejandro3485

5 жыл бұрын

Good old commiefornia

Having fished multiple s in different sizes and colors, kzread.infoUgkxCbNOWAGmn6nfbCbJDmasvBq7J38KZNw2 this is by far my favorite. One thing to be aware of is the sided willow blade. One side is silver and the other is the green/orange shown. This is not bad, just unconventional. In terms of fishing, I have found the lure works just fine without a tail like a craw or shad. That addition is up to you. Also, the hook part where you attach the swivel snap or tie the line is a problem on baits these days, since it's able to slide up and down. However this lure seems to be tight enough that that doesn't happen often, and you can solve it by putting a thin slice of medical tube over the hook before attaching the line. Like others have said, it's really magic on a good windy day.

I love the underwater footages. You should do more of these. I enjoy seeing how lures really behave underwater.

One of the best videos I ever seen concerning rockcod rigging.

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

thx! it was a long production, hopefully it helps you out👍🏼

Best presentation. Very detail for every lure that you presented. Sweet! Thanks.

Love your vids. The best thing about them is that you show the underwater actions!

Another awesome video nice shout out to Michael Chicon with custom jigz4u. I’ve been working with that guy for over a year now and finally meet him at the more than fishing tournament. Way to support your local jig makers. Keep up the great work.

Hands down, this is the best Ling Cod tackle video out there! Any day fishing with you brother would be awesome? I have a lot of the same gear, but showing the action underwater can really help a lot of anglers step up their Ling game! Great job!

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

thx so much!

This video got you my sub. Good job! Appreciate the thorough info. Most youtubers never go into this much detail as you did.

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

awesome, thx! hope it helped👍

Thanks so much for this video, I learned so much! I’m ready to go out for some rockfish!

Awesome breakdown of options for people targeting groundfish. Good way to kick off the season! Only made it onto a skiff a half dozen times last year but had a blast every time.

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

right on P!

Outstanding video , Great underwater action on the lures...Thank you...

Nailed it very very informative thanks variety is always best especially were targeting bigger fish.

Another great equipment video buddy. Nobody does these as well as you do. Even though I already got this run down in person in my driveway It's great that I always have this in my video archive to review later on. Tight lines!

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

thx! yup i always try to make these tutorials timeless and "bookmark-able"👍

Very informative. Thanks for the video!!!

New to the sport. Thanks for all the great info.

I will try some of these techniques from my kayak on Lake Winnipeg (our freshwater sea) this season!

Great tutorial Ish. Very well explained.

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

thx moo! hope to get out there with you soon.

@MooMooOutdoors

5 жыл бұрын

@@ishwithfish I know right.

@dobie333

5 жыл бұрын

Ish missed the slug and eel type swimbaits (versus paddletails), These are effective just dropping down without casting. I agree, very thoughful presentation.

Thank you for the video already learned a lot enjoyed it

I don’t even saltwater fish, I’m a bass fisherman, but this was such an interesting video. I like to open up my content and learn about other types of fishing. Awesome video ish, I love seeing your videos!

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

right on man! i feel the same about lmb stuff. always fun to learn new techniques.

I liked the little flasher. I am not a fan of snap swivels. Straight tie for me.

Great video. Nothing better than bottom fishing.

This video was helpful…thank you

Great information. Thank you for taking the tkme

Perfect timing Ish! We’re planning to head down to Santa Cruz on Sunday and rent a skiff. Crossing my fingers for decent conditions. Bringing my nephews for their first time. Loaded up on jigs at the Sportsman Expo lolz

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

right on man, gl!

Great info 👌

I pulled in 8.5 lb Ling on the sand dab lure my 1st time using it a couple weeks ago.

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

awesome!

Looks good. I'm planning on fishing by the rocks and catch some Lingcods, Greenling, and hopefully some Rockfish. My Son in law got our licenses and ready to go.

Great Video....well done

tysm for explaining all those crazy lures. as a new person to fishing ---- lures are just innumerable, and it's hard to see why a fish would jab at them, until you try to picture the lure in water, what kind of water, etc... great video!!! happy fishing............

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

np, hope it was helpful!

ima hopfully get out there next week

Well done video, you covered it all well.

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

thx so much!

Great video Ish, almost tired of the stripers... taking out the yaks down here around Monterey Saturday... woo hoo! Screw Xmas, THIS is the most wonderful time of the year!

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

tired of stripers? ah man that sounds like a good problem to have😁 good luck on the kayak!

Nice job,,,thanks

The shimano flat fall jigs are made to jig in condition that don't allow vertical jigging. Means these jigs work good in fast drift.one of my favorite jig when the drift is fast....

Nice video forgot about the hitchhiker lure 😄👍

Looking for hook protectors like those. Thank you for all the great info, I’m totally new to this but the passion is growing

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

Np😁 i found those hook guards on ebay, super cheap. i use teble size 2 through size 6, covers all my gear fresh and saltwater lures.

@tjdurazo

4 жыл бұрын

Ish With Fish thank you very much. I’m taking this winter to gear up and learn more about the sport. My entire family is already loving it. I appreciate what you share and seeing the jigs in the water is very helpful

Years ago nothing can beat a lead filled painted hot orange on both ends was a copper pipe jig , if it hung up on the bottom you,re really not losing a bunch of cash and big rockfish and lingcod really went nuts over them .

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

wow really? good to know😁

No one answered my questions. You did THANK YOU

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

anytime!

Very good..!

Those flat falls are killers caught some huge rock fish over at st. Nick island. I haven’t tried the 🐊 jigs I’ll try try them this year. My favorites Art the flat falls and the large plastics with a heavy lead head sometimes current is harsh. But I’ll try those crocks next month rock fish season stars. Nice video

Super video

This brought back a lot of memories for me ! Back in the day in the Bay, we would take the party boat, "The Cobra". Twin engine 90 ft long monster! Get us to the Soap Bank, The Pimple and The Farallon Islands. At the island he would back up to the shallow water 10' to 15' to hit the cabbies and lings. That was a blast. And for deep water, we used the Scampi Jig in root beer and the Hex Bar both 16 oz to 32 oz size. Don't fish this way anymore, can't handle the seasickness. That's for you younger guys! Like your gear and Thanks Again!😀

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

right on, thx for sharing👍

What good video friend

thank you

I like throwing a tail on some of the lures, especially Gulp or a scented tail. It helps, but so does squid.

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

great tip, thx!

Ish i have been searching for your pad cast. I hope everything is well with and your family Ish. I hope to see new pod cast coming soon.

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

sup bro, thx for checking in. we're good! just been busy and haven't had time to edit. might have a video next week, we'll see🤞🏻

Very informative video great job. What is the name of that Sand dab lure?

Well done video Ish! Thanks so much! John McHatton

@ishwithfish

2 жыл бұрын

thx!

Those Flatfalls and sk jigs are great for tuna as well

Always interesting to see what people use in different areas. Up here in Vancouver Island Canada we use much bigger lures for the big lingcod. Not that you can't catch rock fish and ling on the swimbaits you mentioned but we use swimbaits like "megabite" swimbaits that are about 3 to 4 times that size. Also the jigs I've used are heavier as well as often the small lures as you rightly mentioned can have a hard time getting to the bottom in current. Overall fun video to watch and good discriptions of what types of rigs/lures to use when.

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

thx! yes, i assume everything gets a bit bigger the farther north you head from norcal. match the hatch as they say👍🏼

@Crazyclips18

4 жыл бұрын

Hey I live in Victoria good to see some Islanders

Love your channel btw...i will be taking a trip to the Oregon coast in a few weeks. What lures and size would you recommend for lingcod from the shore? Thanks not concerned about the size just big enough to keep and fry up 😉 this will be my first time fishing the northwest.

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

thx man! I suck at shore-based rockfish but i recommend the rig matts gave me: Texas-rigged 6" dark green Keitec with a weedless hook. good luck!

Most informative video on rockfish and lingcod! 👍🏽 Can you please do a video on just lingcod gear? I have been trying to catch lingcod awhile now I have caught a couple but only know to throw my big 250 gram flat fall glow and BIG swimbaits

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

thx man! this basically covers lingcod too, they'll hit the bigger stuff shown. tbh, the best, surefire way to catch a big ling is to live line a live blue rockfish. want me to post a vid on that technique?🤔

Great Vid Ish, I love rockfishing. That Halibut lure, woah! I haven't used it yet, but check out Joes Jigs, I just bought a octopus jighead with extra skirts, I'll let you know how it goes!

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

yeah it's huge! cool, i'll check out Joes Jigs this season, thanks. good luck out there!

Didn't mention the idea of pre-tied Flour leaders. Can pre-tie and then add to snap swivel, some times saves time others well not so much. I'd suggest maybe 20lb and 1-2 ft leaders.

Dope

Hi Ish, what size P Line Diamond jig were you using? Also how many grams was the SK jig?

Thank you for this video, can you recommend a website to buy the Swimbait heads? Or manufacturer

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

cool, np. i get my heads from West Marine near me, but you can find them on ebay/amazon too. look for listings that use Mustad hooks.

Thnku

I like the underwater video, it helps to see how these lures works and looks like underwater , compare just saying imitating a dying bait fish

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

yup, everyone describes the action, but i wanted to show it. fun to see what actually happens underwater!

nice

Fresh mackerel best lingcod bait

enjoyed thankyou. on some of your lures you have a double hook setup, is that polycord snelled onto the hooks and covered with shrinkwrap? Thanks again!

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

yes, most of those double assist hooks have 300 lb rated cordage with some wrap over the knot. some of these are meant for tuna.

@jimcomer8780

5 жыл бұрын

@@ishwithfish cool thankyou

thanks for all this info. Do you have a Plano container that you prefer for lingcod lures? (Didn't see it in the comments, thanks!)

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

i like the med size Plano 3600 boxes, easy to manage on a kayak or a backpack👍🏼

Hello I'm new to your fishing KZread channel 👍🎣 I love Pier fishing I also use the spoons and the metal iron jigs I also fish swim baits but not as big as the ones you have what size oz swim baits are they

When you taking the kayak out bro?! Wont be out there for another couple weeks

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

same here, kinda waiting for weather and schedule to align.

Nothing caught me more large Lingcod than large swim baits. I usually use the Max Shad or Gigabite from Lighthouse Lures.

The westin sand dab is deadly out at the farralon islands where some big lings hang out - the other westins for trophy lings I'd recommend are the crazy daisy 430 gram in the fancy cola color, lively & glow gadus & the robocod - this last 1 mocks a juvenile salmon & they hammer it - beef up your leader to a 60 or even 80 lb for teeth. I bought the Bobs big boy too but havent used it yet its a ft & a half long. I also wanted to HIGHLY recommend another spro bucktail Ive had nothing but success with. 1 oz (for its thicker hk) the 1/2 oz & 3/4 oz both hammer both lings & rockcod but Ive straightened a few of these hks on bigger vermillion (which love the gold chrome color pattern) so I called Spro & a very helpful guy told me the exact hooks used in each size. 1 oz & up are beefier stout hooks. Trying the 1 oz & 2 oz sizes next trip. I always hook a squid head (just the head) right between the eyes onto this bucktail so it trails in-line & adds volume, movement & scent & it never lets me down - the biggest plus - lings slam it too. I put 2 of these onto a home made 6 ft double dropper loop set up of 60 lb fluoro & I always get hit immediately after hitting bottom w this set up (if there is any bite at all). The whole rig to make is under $12.00. I also put a drop or 2 of super glue onto the whipping which holds the bucktail in place because they really do hit these things hard & can cut the thread w their teeth. Leader: 6 ft mono, double dropper loops at 2' & 4', & the top & bottom get triple overhand loop knots - less hardware. I also always add bloody tuna scent to mask any scent I may add in handling. A 12 oz torpedo weight shoots em down to the bottom b4 the rest on the party boat & that can make a very big difference.

Hey ish what oz size do you recommend for the diaiwa zebra jig I’ll be using it on a charter boat in HMB

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

i like 5 and 7 oz👍

Hello Ish, whats the best snap swivel you would recommend for rock fishing?

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

go with a 70lb tactical anglers clip👍🏼

Can I get a link for that sand dab lure? I can’t find it in your description. Thanks! Great video!

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

i remember buying this lure at my local West Marine, but it doesn't seem to be in stock online at the moment. if i ever find it on amazon i'll post a link for it. thanks for watching👍🏼!

The biggest lingcod I ever caught was a hitchhiker. I caught a nice black rockfish on a shrimp rig and the ling chomped down on the rockfish and wouldn't let go. I won the pot for the biggest catch of the day AND got the black as well.

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

lol awesome

Outdoor pro shop in Rohnert park got those coast lock snap swivels for 1.49 for a pack of six

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

cool thx for the tip👍

I'm hoping 2020 is the year I catch a keeper Ling Cod from shore... I hear they are tasty!

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

they certainly are, esp the cheeks. good luck bro!

Where did you get the sand dab rig?

What lb leader do you use with these lures?

Love the video, rockfish and lingcod is fishing is among my favorite here in Alaska. At 15:04 you show the "Lunker Lure lingcod leader." (I think that's what you said) I cant find anything about it on google. Do you have any info on it or ideas on how to craft one? Thanks! Loved the video

@ovedguardado1988

4 жыл бұрын

Any one?

@fishonkelley

3 жыл бұрын

I cant find anything either. where are you buying them?

What size barrel swivels and duo-lock clips are displayed in the video?

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

i think i linked the exact sizes in the description👍

how bout those copper pipe jigs? one of those, with a couple hooks above and and my word...

Ish. Do you tie direct to the drop kigs, or use a snap, or snap swivel?

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

nowadays i use 70lb tactical anglers clips👍🏼

What size of swim baits and what size lead head?

Does your buddy still make and sell those lunker lords lingcod leaders?

can you send me a picture of how you connect the swivel to the duo lock snaps.. in the video it looks like you put two swivels and one lock snap wasnt sure... can you send me a picture :)

Can I use a surface iron that's kinda heavy for rock fish? If feels like 4oz or 5oz and it's flat one side and the other round

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

i tried those, they don't seem to work. better off with a butterfly jig👍🏼

What size rod do you prefer or to use. Medium heavy. Or heavy or extra heavy. And size. 8ft or 8ft 6

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

I like 8' mh, good feel and backbone.

Is there any advantage to the two assist hooks on the bottom instead of a treble hook? Also, do you think one might get snagged less the the other? Really enjoyed the vid, always love geeking out about jigs! Going to the Farallons soon and am looking forward to trying out some new stuff. Any recommendations on jig weights for the Farallons?

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

thx! yup, i swapped most my huge trebles for staggered double assists. they don't snag bottom as easily and seem to hook the fish more consistently for me.

@kylewebster1286

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the fast response. I think I’ll start switching over too.

How heavy of a lead head for plastics to get down to 500’ down?

Yo Ish! Quick Q... Whats the name of those little red balls you use to block the hooks sharp ends? Lmk thx playaaaaaaa.....

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

sup man, those orange balls are just soft plastic fishing beads. i noticed that worked great as hook point covers too👍

When using lures...do you recommend just tying it to main line? Or throw it on a dropper loop with a weight?

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

i use a 4' 30lb fluoro leader for snag resistance, minimize braid cutting on reef.

Have you tried the pus swim baits yet?

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

🤔 hmm what are those?

What website can you get that lingcod leader with the swim bait from

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

i think his email is in the description👍🏼

Yo Ish! I have a few rockfish trips this year and wanted to try the daiwa zebra jig, what size you running?

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

I'm using the 6-7 oz ones in 180' waters 👍

@seanbtravelin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the quick response, looking forward to the next video!

Great video, though it would have been cool if you covered some rigs for bank fishing!

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

doh, you're right! i only focused on vertical jigging. maybe ill retitle video to clarify🤔

@seanconnors654

5 жыл бұрын

@@ishwithfish Maybe, but anyway great video man! Appreciate the good content!

Can i get these to india, kerala

That candy swimbait probably imitates a large spot prawn. Might be why it’s so effective

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

great point 👍🏼

What box are you using to hold your jigs?

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

plano 3600 series i think

Have you tried the brand, Lingcod jigs? There lures seem legit.

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

not yet but yup i've heard great things about them too.

@elmerparedes1105

5 жыл бұрын

If you can find them at an expo, they are worth it. lingcod killers and their realistic squid jigs are good. Octopus jigs are great for the sculpin in Socal

Waiting for the Runcl Reel review.

@ishwithfish

5 жыл бұрын

its coming, been lagging on it.

@johnnybudha909

5 жыл бұрын

@@ishwithfish thank you.

Nice overview, but you missed us!! I’d put ours against any of those 💪🏽😎🤘🏽

@ishwithfish

4 жыл бұрын

send me a few and we'll see how they do👍

Do you usually tie in directly yo braid or do you use a topshot of mono? Thanks again

@ishwithfish

3 жыл бұрын

I like to use 5-6' 30lb flouro topshot, helps with abrasion resistance, much less cutoffs than straight braid👍🏼

@sab35263

3 жыл бұрын

Ish With Fish thank you