|
Post by cnot on May 23, 2007 8:03:01 GMT -5
Ok, Sandy and I have been kicking Redfish stuff around for awhile, and, of couse, get off track. So, I'm going to start this thread off with the intention of keeping it on track.... BUT, if you're interested in chasing these fish, you will have to help keep us on topic by posting up questions or tips... Otherwise.......(Consider yourself warned!)
Sandy, I'll kick it to yousince you chase these critters on your way to work, lunch breaks, on the way to the dog house and any other time the off shore is weathered out....
Let's start with the basic tackle. What fod should the wannabee Redfisherman leave the house with? (Conventional and fly, let's cover as much as we can in this thread.)
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 23, 2007 19:56:27 GMT -5
Red fish are hard fighting strong fish.A 10 lb. red fish will walk out of a light action rod on the first run of the fight.if you are using spinning or casting rods I would say a medium action rod and, reel that is built for 12 to 17 lb. line. I tend to Lean toward the long rod when chasing them because they can be shy and, will leave the area if you start splashing heavy plugs around them.As far as weight of the fly rod I would say 8 wt. to 10 wt.I have hooked reds with a 10 wt. that gave me a fit! Stalking reds is very much like stalking bone fish.You want to put a lite fly in front of him with out spooking him and,be ready for the strike as soon as the fly lands.
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 23, 2007 21:14:33 GMT -5
Would you suggest a sinking or intermediae fly line? You mentioned light fly, do you mean tlight in weight or ight in material tied?
And for conventional baits, would you go with a surface plug, a suspended bait, or something bounced along the bottom?
(Yes, I know I'm asking some silly questions, but I'm trying to get us started on some 101 threads... Wait until I post some in the freshwater area if this takes off!!)
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 23, 2007 21:36:54 GMT -5
I use a high vis. floating line,Remember that you are casting to fish in water that may be only 12" deep. when I say lite fly I am referring to a fly that will land softly in the water not something that gos plunk when it lands. As far as a conventional bait,it's hard to beat a yellow butter bean buck tail or a sting ray grub.They will hit a rattle trap plug and, I have caught them with top water plugs.
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 23, 2007 21:44:18 GMT -5
What would you recomend for the bait fisherman, a cut bait or a live bait?
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 23, 2007 21:56:48 GMT -5
Cut bait is what I use on them, Cut mullet or, cut menhaden (fresh) is the best thing for them if you are in a place where you cant see them to cast to them.if you can see them throw a half blue crab to him and, hold on !!!!!!!!!!!! You must remember that when you are in the bay ,close to open water ocean you may encounter the guy's up to 40 or 50 lbs.When you run into those guy's be ready to lose some tackle and,swet!!!! The bigger they are the harder they fight.
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 23, 2007 22:14:13 GMT -5
I guess that I should put a little extra Rifht Guard on when fishing the shoals because of the open bay then! And maybe go with a little exta on the tackle too.. Speaking of which, should one start with a light drag stting and then bear down, or just set according to takle?
|
|
|
Post by flybagman1522 on May 24, 2007 11:13:23 GMT -5
Thanks Brian and Sandy. At least I know that I had the correct fly tackle when we were in OBX. Rich
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 24, 2007 16:24:41 GMT -5
You are welcome Rich. Glad to hear that you had the right gear when you went.I have seen so many folks go after them with tackle that is to lite for them.When you go after them with a 4 or 5 wt. you are bear hunting with a switch LOL
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 24, 2007 18:28:00 GMT -5
Other than oyster bars, where else should one look for them?
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 24, 2007 19:23:53 GMT -5
You can find them around the mouth of small creeks that drain into the rivers or sounds.they tend to lay in Waite around these areas to pick off small fish,shrimp and,crabs on the falling tide. They also like structure.
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 24, 2007 19:31:05 GMT -5
Do they hide in structure like Grouper, or kind of hang around it like Snapper?
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 24, 2007 19:46:15 GMT -5
They just tend to hang around structure looking for a easy meal LOL
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 24, 2007 20:39:00 GMT -5
Well, I guess I'm going to have to hit the water and try chasin' some Reds now. Maybe that will give me a few more questions to ask... I think I have a good start. In other words, I think I'm cutting out of this class and headed for a school of Reds! Thanks Professor Sandy!!
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 25, 2007 17:53:17 GMT -5
HEY NOW!!!!!! I didn't give you permission to cut class yet Grasshopper!! You still have a long way to go
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 25, 2007 19:48:28 GMT -5
But Jedi Master, I feel the force is strong in the salty waters... I can't help but want to get out on it!!!!
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 25, 2007 20:27:32 GMT -5
If the wind will lay down I may have to slip out and, test the waters my self
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 25, 2007 20:35:40 GMT -5
A good teacher always makes sure he is up to date on his subject matter.... LOL
|
|
|
Post by sandyharley on May 25, 2007 20:58:08 GMT -5
Thats rite! How can I teach if I don't keep up with the subject ? By the way the fly deal is in the works as of today.
|
|
|
Post by cnot on May 25, 2007 21:03:26 GMT -5
Cool deal on the fly thing!
If the yak shake down cruise goes well this weekend, I may be out next weekend chasing Reds.
|
|