Fishing is usually better 2 hours before or after a changing (slack) tide. The greater the tidal movement the better the fishing, usually… I also get more productivity around sunrise and sunset.
Fuck I used to run a the exacts same 9’ gx2 with a penn fierce II 4k. A medium action pole with that weight of a reel will mess up your wrist pretty good, especially if your whipping. I switched to lighter everything. I now run a 9’ daiwa north coast SS MF rodpaired with a KastKing Sharky III 5k (this reel rivals shimano’s & for a cheaper price w/sexier looks)
Bra not good for the wrist for sure! The thing def was uncomfortable. I love the sharky III so much I bought 3 lol. So cheap for a pretty sturdy reel. Now I’m running a 10’ major craft solpara with a 6k or 5k reel
If using lures you typically want to cast around structure and white wash. Or you can cast out squid or shrimp anywhere and hope for the best. If u just want to catch a bunch of smallish reef fish just throw out some shrimp on a bobber around reef areas. U never know what u going catch, good luck 🤙
Just got here yesterday and brought my bass fishing gear. What size hooks do u use for papio in Hanalei. Just went do there to look today . Also that pier by the airport looks nice as well
I use size 6 AH hooks when whipping with a 2”grub that can be bought at Hanapaa store in Kapaa or the ace hardware in Lihue. Some people prefer the BKN hooks tho because they are stronger and have a less chance of getting snagged in the rocks and reef. With that setup I’ll run 6 feet of 10 lbs fluoro as my leader tied to a barrel swivel with 1oz egg lead. 🤙 checkout the whipping rig setup video by Shaka fishing. They have a great explanation
This place is mostly sand so no need worry. Can’t help but lose plenty at reef areas. I take off the treble hook and only have the assist hooks when fishing reef 🤙
@@cyfishkauai9380 🤙🏽 raj yeah good action on your jigs, helps to know the grounds too just gotta find good spots. Guess losing jigs is part of the game lol
I'll be headed there in April maybe we could trade some gear you need in the mainland for some fishing guide services we will be staying a mile north of anahola bay
Thanks for the offer but I don’t have much time to fish myself. When I do go it is not for very long. I recommend Hooked on Kauai 808-346-9305 give them a call 🤙
Enjoying your videos. I know exactly where this is and when visiting in June/July might give it a shot. Will treat it with much respect.
Thanks for watching 🤙 good luck out there!
good stuff bro🤙🏾
Thank you 🙏
Epic video action
Thanks for watching 🤙
One more question, what are you usually looking for as far as tides rising, falling, slack? Thanks!
Fishing is usually better 2 hours before or after a changing (slack) tide. The greater the tidal movement the better the fishing, usually… I also get more productivity around sunrise and sunset.
Fuck I used to run a the exacts same 9’ gx2 with a penn fierce II 4k. A medium action pole with that weight of a reel will mess up your wrist pretty good, especially if your whipping. I switched to lighter everything. I now run a 9’ daiwa north coast SS MF rodpaired with a KastKing Sharky III 5k (this reel rivals shimano’s & for a cheaper price w/sexier looks)
Bra not good for the wrist for sure! The thing def was uncomfortable. I love the sharky III so much I bought 3 lol. So cheap for a pretty sturdy reel. Now I’m running a 10’ major craft solpara with a 6k or 5k reel
I’m going to be there next week, any suggestions on what kind of structure or water to look for? Thanks never been, going in blind all C&R
If using lures you typically want to cast around structure and white wash. Or you can cast out squid or shrimp anywhere and hope for the best. If u just want to catch a bunch of smallish reef fish just throw out some shrimp on a bobber around reef areas. U never know what u going catch, good luck 🤙
Nice action! Is it early morning or late afternoon?
This was late afternoon 🤙
Had bait pile? Buggahs was straight smashing
Had one halalu pile on the inside. Action that day!
Just got here yesterday and brought my bass fishing gear. What size hooks do u use for papio in Hanalei. Just went do there to look today . Also that pier by the airport looks nice as well
I use size 6 AH hooks when whipping with a 2”grub that can be bought at Hanapaa store in Kapaa or the ace hardware in Lihue. Some people prefer the BKN hooks tho because they are stronger and have a less chance of getting snagged in the rocks and reef. With that setup I’ll run 6 feet of 10 lbs fluoro as my leader tied to a barrel swivel with 1oz egg lead. 🤙 checkout the whipping rig setup video by Shaka fishing. They have a great explanation
@@cyfishkauai9380 ty .
Went out today to Anihi and caught a smalll Popio, Lizard fish and a needle fish. Had a small Barracuda cut my line too.
Bra that action! Glad u got that lure in the water. Keep trying different places 👍
I’m in the same boat. Brought my bass set up.
You let your jigs hit bottom? I lose so many shore casting lol
This place is mostly sand so no need worry. Can’t help but lose plenty at reef areas. I take off the treble hook and only have the assist hooks when fishing reef 🤙
@@cyfishkauai9380 🤙🏽 raj yeah good action on your jigs, helps to know the grounds too just gotta find good spots. Guess losing jigs is part of the game lol
Action!
Good fun 🤙
What beach were you fishing in this video?
got be east side
Will spooks and poppers work for papio?
Definitely will work
Used lc flash minnow and caught one
Look like by kapaa library
Yup fun action when the hahalu are around 🤙
I'll be headed there in April maybe we could trade some gear you need in the mainland for some fishing guide services we will be staying a mile north of anahola bay
Thanks for the offer but I don’t have much time to fish myself. When I do go it is not for very long. I recommend Hooked on Kauai 808-346-9305 give them a call 🤙
What’s lure was that
60 g major craft jig I believe