Very Very good informative 👍 video on how to catch trout and where to look for them in the moving water Kevin keep up that fishing touch always fun to watch. Hookem to Cookem.
I recently started using the Texas Eye jigs and Z Man soft plastics and the action is amazing but my hookup ratio sucks. I know a lot of times it's croakers or spots or other tail biters and they're part of my frustration. But I've missed some really good bites with those hooks. I have the Snake Locks kind too, same issues. But regular jigs get snagged a lot and get lost more.
That's odd to me. I'm not sponsored by them but I can tell you I rarely miss a bite on the texas eye. Are you leaving the hook embedded in the soft plastic? I don't do that like you would in fresh water.
@@SCFishTales I think the fish that I miss are mostly tail biters so maybe it's not the hooks. But yesterday morning I had something screaming out drag and it just spit the hook. It had to be a redfish or striper, I was under the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel right near the land. It bit a Z Man shrimp on a Snake Locks hook. It was heartbreaking. I don't skin hook the baits like bass guys, those rigs are pretty weedless and I don't want to make it harder to hook fish.
@@SCFishTales I literally just got home from fishin' again. I caught a little redfish on a chatterbait and Salt Strong Bomber in the Slam Shady color and some lizard fish. And again I had a bunch of bites from stuff I couldn't hook. But I think it's mostly lizard fish, spots and croakers and other tail biters with small mouths. Those big hooks just don't grab croakers and stuff like that unless you get lucky. Have you tried the Core Tackle Hover Rig? It's a hook for soft plastics that has the weight all inside the bait. They give your soft plastics a really cool and different action. They work great with a fluke or today I used a Z Man Diesel MinnowZ. It caught lizard fish and the weedless rigs didn't as well. Matt Stefan invented it for bass and I watch his RUclips channel. So I wanted to be one of the first to try his Hover Rigs in the saltwater. So far so good, I've caught trout and more lizard fish on it. I bet it will be deadly for flounder. I only ordered the 1/8 oz size and I really need 1/4. I've only tried them twice and caught fish both times. They have a little wire weedless guard that kinda works, but they're not perfect for grass flats but they work. I really like the action and the fact that you end up with a jig but no head. The hook sticks out like a jig but the weight is all hidden in the plastic. Check them out. And look at the Core Tackle Tush also, another very innovative way to fish soft plastics with the weight hidden.
@@SCFishTales I think my rod is making a difference too. I think a stiffer longer pole would be better. I have a 5.5' light graphite rod that's great for Gulp and regular jig heads. The rest are Ugly Stiks and they're not sensitive enough and they flex wrong. They're fine for live bait and some lures but jigs and stuff like the Texas Eye jigs are too hard to feel. The little graphite rod is a little too flexible for those thicker hooks. So I believe if I get a better rod I'll do better with the weedless type rigs. I guess a bass worm rod would work. I was thinking about getting the Graphite Ugly Stik Inshore that's blue, or maybe the graphite red one. But I'm open to anything in the $100 range that's sensitive enough for light jigs and stiff enough for Texas Eyes and stuff like that.
Kevin, as always really enjoy your videos as you give a lot of details on methods. I am curious as to what day of the year this is and how low the water temperature was? When it starts dropping below 55 and towards 50 I have a hard time finding them down here in Beaufort. Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words. This was a few weeks ago. Water temp was probably around 55 or so. When the water temp drops to under that they can be harder to find but when you do find them, you will catch a boat full.
1 color fished for 3 years so it's ok if I change my bait color twice a day 😂😆 lol I see yall at Pitt st this past Saturday y'all were crabbing I was in the green yak fishing
❤the sport an all its secrets to catching an prolonging the sport so others can enjoy it also! Great job
Yes, always need to keep in mind the next generation.
Nice man. That spot looks familiar my friend! 😉 Look out for the Spanish run!!
I'll see the Spanish Armada in a few months.
Very Very good informative 👍 video on how to catch trout and where to look for them in the moving water Kevin keep up that fishing touch always fun to watch. Hookem to Cookem.
Thanks. I enjoy doing the tutorials. Hoping it helps people get on more fish.
Pretty work, thanks for the video!
Thanks for the support and kind words.
Fun video! Awesome tips
Much appreciated!
live in W.A. nice to get local information (nice shot of the Ravenel BTW) kayak and bank fisher here. How about a gear list on your posts?
Yes ok cool. I will certainly look into adding a gear list in the description!
I recently started using the Texas Eye jigs and Z Man soft plastics and the action is amazing but my hookup ratio sucks. I know a lot of times it's croakers or spots or other tail biters and they're part of my frustration. But I've missed some really good bites with those hooks. I have the Snake Locks kind too, same issues. But regular jigs get snagged a lot and get lost more.
That's odd to me. I'm not sponsored by them but I can tell you I rarely miss a bite on the texas eye. Are you leaving the hook embedded in the soft plastic? I don't do that like you would in fresh water.
@@SCFishTales I think the fish that I miss are mostly tail biters so maybe it's not the hooks. But yesterday morning I had something screaming out drag and it just spit the hook. It had to be a redfish or striper, I was under the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel right near the land. It bit a Z Man shrimp on a Snake Locks hook. It was heartbreaking. I don't skin hook the baits like bass guys, those rigs are pretty weedless and I don't want to make it harder to hook fish.
@@comfortablynumb9342 man, that stinks! Sorry the fish got away. Get back out there and get him!!!
@@SCFishTales I literally just got home from fishin' again. I caught a little redfish on a chatterbait and Salt Strong Bomber in the Slam Shady color and some lizard fish. And again I had a bunch of bites from stuff I couldn't hook. But I think it's mostly lizard fish, spots and croakers and other tail biters with small mouths. Those big hooks just don't grab croakers and stuff like that unless you get lucky.
Have you tried the Core Tackle Hover Rig? It's a hook for soft plastics that has the weight all inside the bait. They give your soft plastics a really cool and different action. They work great with a fluke or today I used a Z Man Diesel MinnowZ. It caught lizard fish and the weedless rigs didn't as well. Matt Stefan invented it for bass and I watch his RUclips channel. So I wanted to be one of the first to try his Hover Rigs in the saltwater. So far so good, I've caught trout and more lizard fish on it. I bet it will be deadly for flounder. I only ordered the 1/8 oz size and I really need 1/4. I've only tried them twice and caught fish both times. They have a little wire weedless guard that kinda works, but they're not perfect for grass flats but they work. I really like the action and the fact that you end up with a jig but no head. The hook sticks out like a jig but the weight is all hidden in the plastic. Check them out. And look at the Core Tackle Tush also, another very innovative way to fish soft plastics with the weight hidden.
@@SCFishTales I think my rod is making a difference too. I think a stiffer longer pole would be better. I have a 5.5' light graphite rod that's great for Gulp and regular jig heads. The rest are Ugly Stiks and they're not sensitive enough and they flex wrong. They're fine for live bait and some lures but jigs and stuff like the Texas Eye jigs are too hard to feel. The little graphite rod is a little too flexible for those thicker hooks. So I believe if I get a better rod I'll do better with the weedless type rigs. I guess a bass worm rod would work. I was thinking about getting the Graphite Ugly Stik Inshore that's blue, or maybe the graphite red one. But I'm open to anything in the $100 range that's sensitive enough for light jigs and stiff enough for Texas Eyes and stuff like that.
Kevin, as always really enjoy your videos as you give a lot of details on methods. I am curious as to what day of the year this is and how low the water temperature was? When it starts dropping below 55 and towards 50 I have a hard time finding them down here in Beaufort. Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words. This was a few weeks ago. Water temp was probably around 55 or so. When the water temp drops to under that they can be harder to find but when you do find them, you will catch a boat full.
Could you possibly mention the boat ramps that you use, thanks
Great Video as always!!
Thank you!
Do you know any good bank fishing spots in Charleston? We put our boat up a couple days ago.
There are a few
Google maps will be your best friend for this. I know the Mount Pleasant pier at the bridge has big sheepshead this time of year.
@@SCFishTales thanks I will try it
You're welcome.
Do you tie your jig head directly to braid or are you using a leader?
I use a 10-15 pound fluorocarbon leader during the winter months when the water is clear. 15-15 pound during the summer.
Fishtastic !!!!
Thanks for the support!
1 color fished for 3 years so it's ok if I change my bait color twice a day 😂😆 lol I see yall at Pitt st this past Saturday y'all were crabbing I was in the green yak fishing
Haha. Yes ok. I saw you out there. We did good with the crabs. Hope you caught some fish as well.
@@SCFishTales yea managed a slam with 1 trout 1 red and 3 flounder all undersized but it was still a fun day
That's great man!
Great vid man!
Thanks man!
Heck with the big brother you out to wanting the dad or mom put some pressure on your fishing Rod
Keepen,it Reel,Thanks.
Always try to! Thanks for the support.
Not a good boat spot tho because people often fish off land there. Early morning like your fishing or high tide though no one will be there
Yes, you gotta time it right!
Get off my point!!!😂 I walk out there do ok with the trout
Haha. Yes, it's a great spot if you can time it right.