A Rockfishing 'Must Have'

[jorluivil]

I bought one of these roughly 4years ago, still works like new. If you fish for rockfish often I would strongly suggest you get yourself one of these.








http://www.ventafish.com/advantage.idc





The State-of-the-Art VENTAFISH™ was designed by avid recreational fishermen looking to conserve our fisheries for generations to come while keeping anglers safe. See how the VENTAFISH™ matches up against the competition!
State of the Art

Each component of the VENTAFISH™ was designed with a specific purpose in mind; safety, ease of use, durability, and effectiveness (per state and federal law)*.

The VENTAFISH™ combines the latest in structural technology to provide a strong and durable tool that will last for years. We have combined this state-of-the-art design with the world's finest UV stabilized materials made specifically for the marine environment.

After hundreds of hours of research and design, we are excited to share this state-of-the-art sportsman's tool with each of you! The VENTAFISH™ is a tool no angler should be without.
Easy and Safe

How do we vent escaping air through the VENTAFISH™ without the flow being obstructed by the angler's hand?

How do we ensure the VENTAFISH™ is easy to use when you are offshore and seas are 4-6 feet? After thoughtful consideration, we placed the vent holes at the front of the VENTAFISH™. This state of the art design feature ensures the anglers hand will not obstruct the flow of air during use. We placed 3 vent holes on each side of the VENTAFISH™ to allow for the quick diffusion of the fish's swim bladder.

The inclusion of a true 45 degree front end made the tool easy to use. An angler need only ensure the front end of the VENTAFISH™ is parallel to the fish in the appropriate location (see instructions here). By doing this, the angler ensures the needle penetrates the fish at the STATE AND FEDERALLY REQUIRED* 45 degree angle behind the pectoral fin.

Unlike some other fish venting tools on the market today, you don't have to guess what a 45 degree angle is when trying to vent a fish. Feel confident when you get stopped by a wildlife officer on the water - your VENTAFISH™ meets all state and federal regulations!

The VENTAFISH™ ensures you meet STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS every time you are on the water! The result of our research and development is a state of the art, patent pending design that is both safe for anglers and effective on fish of all species and sizes (when venting is needed).


Needle Easily Changed - Don't Buy Another Unit!

The needle gauge and length used to vent a fish is of critical importance for a variety of reasons:

1. The amount of damage done to the fish during the venting process (type of needle and length)

2. The amount of time it takes to vent the air bladder (gauge of the needle)

3. The ease of use when replacing the needle once it begins to dull (from repeated use)

We also took into account the recommendations of some of the leading research and scientific literature on the subject of venting techniques. Some researchers, biologists, and conservation agencies have determined that a needle larger than 16 gauge may cause undue damage to the fish while providing little, if any, additional benefit. New state and federal regulations* specifically reccommend the use of a 16 gauge hypodermic needle assembly.
The result of our research led us to use a PROVEN medical grade, non-sterile hypodermic 16 gauge needle approximately 1.5 inches in length. The needle interfaces with the unit via the universally accepted luer connector. Some other units on the market may claim their needle is better than a hypodermic needle, however medical grade hypodermic needles have a proven track record. Some other fish venting tools have not proven their needles have improved upon this proven medical technology. As a convenience to our fellow anglers, we are offering these PROVEN hypodermic replacement needles through our website."

When a needle begins to dull from repeated use, it is sometimes easier and more effective to replace the entire needle assembly. Some other venting tool on the market today do not allow you to replace the needle assembly. Some tools require that you grind the needle down to a new, sharp point with a steel file or similar sharpening device. This process may be unsafe for the angler and may not ensure the proper leading edge and bevel is maintained. Failure to grind a competitor's needle edge to the proper bevel may dramatically reduce the effectiveness of the tool and may place future fish in danger of being unduly injured during the venting process (coring or removing a piece of the fishes flesh). Once some of our competitors' needles have dulled (sometimes within one summer season depending on the amount of use - not proven by independent tests) they require costly replacement of the entire venting or fizzing tool.

The VENTAFISH™ design ensures anglers can easily acquire and safely replace the needle virtually anytime.


Separates Easily For Quick Cleaning

The VENTAFISH™ disjoints in the middle and allows the angler to easily and safely replace dull needles. Our design also allows for easy cleaning of the tool. Simply disjoint the VENTAFISH™, place both parts in a cup or bucket of mild, soapy detergent or diluted bleach solution for safe and effective cleaning. We used only the highest grade UV stabilized polymers to ensure harsh cleaning chemicals would not erode the look or structural integrity of the VENTAFISH™. You only have to buy the VENTAFISH™ once!
Safely Store Your VENTAFISH™


Safety was our number one priority while designing the VENTAFISH™. We have included a high impact, clear polycarbonate cap to ensure no accidental stickings take place while the unit is being stored or transported.

When engaged, the cap prevents the external plunger assembly from being pressed down. This completely eliminates the chance the needle will be engaged during storage or transport.

The cap includes a molded clip that allows you to safely store and securely transport the VENTAFISH™ on your person without any fancy or costly holsters.


Easily and Safely Handled

Have you ever tried to use an all-metal or plastic tool (no grip included) aboard your boat when your hands are wet and slimy? We have and it's not something we like doing either! We took this into account during the design process.

Our solution to this common, unsafe, and annoying problem was the inclusion of an oversized rubber grip. Even when your hands are slimy, you can use the VENTAFISH™ with confidence! Gripped properly, you do not have to worry about the VENTAFISH™ sliding out of your hand and falling overboard. More importantly, you do not have to worry about the tool slipping while you are in the process of venting a fish (causing possible undue damage).
We have highlighted this grip in cobalt blue so it stands out against the rest of the tool. Grip your VENTAFISH™ with confidence everytime!


HOW THE VENTAFISH™ MATCHES UP AGAINST THE COMPETITION

Product Feature Comparsion	VENTAFISH™ $14.99	Competitor #1 $23.99	Competitor #2 $57.00	Competitor #3 $14.99	Competitor #4 $24.95	Competitor #5 $14.99
Meets ALL State and Federal Requirements* (product specific requirements in bold)
Hollow instrument*
Law recommended 16 gauge needle*
Easily and consistently inserted into the fish at a 45-degree angle*
Needle can be replaced - Does not require grinding of exisiting needle or purchase of a new tool
Unit Separates for Easy Cleaning
Angler Safety Features Included; Unit does not lock needle into place to avoid accidental stabbings
Needle Length at full deployment equals recommended 1.5 inches
Needle's leading edge is made from PROVEN technology; medical grade hypodermics
Does not remove protective slime coat from fish when used according to instructions
Can be stored on your person safely without the use or purchase of a separate pouch or holder
Rubber or similar grip to prevent anglers hand from slipping off the unit while hands are wet
Made of High Quality, UV Stabilized Plastics

*See full set of regulations here

[blitzburgh]

I looked at these before and was going to get one and then I read this on the DFG website;

"VENTING: A sharp needle or steel cannula is used to puncture a fish’s inflated swim bladder.
The California Department of Fish and Game does not currently encourage venting as it can cause
serious injury to fish and angler. You may accidentally puncture the wrong organ and/or introduce
infection. Even when done properly, venting damages a fish’s swim bladder."

IDK

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by blitzburgh

I looked at these before and was going to get one and then I read this on the DFG website;

"VENTING: A sharp needle or steel cannula is used to puncture a fish’s inflated swim bladder.
The California Department of Fish and Game does not currently encourage venting as it can cause
serious injury to fish and angler. You may accidentally puncture the wrong organ and/or introduce
infection. Even when done properly, venting damages a fish’s swim bladder."

IDK

You don't puncture the swim bladder, as a matter of fact the needle never doesn't come close to the fishes mouth.


http://www.ventafish.com/instructions.idc


Best practices in fish venting call for venting the fish as quickly as possible while handling the fish minimally.
STEP 1: Hold the fish gently but firmly on its side. Place your VENTAFISH™ tool with the 45 degree front end approximately 1-2 inches from the base of the pectoral fin.
STEP 2: After removing the saftey cap, slowly depress the plunger. The needle will penetrate the fish as you depress the plunger. Your VENTAFISH™ is designed so that it will not lock into place. Only depress the plunger enough to release the gases. The sound of the escaping air and deflation will be noticeable.
STEP 3: Return the vented fish to the water as soon as possible. If the fish is slow to respond, try reviving it by holding it with its head pointed downward while moving it back and forth to restore the circulation of water over the gills. Continue until the fish i

[MrPatrick]

If you are referring to the organ sticking out of a baro-traumatized fishes mouth, that is its stomach. Pushed out of the body by the expanded swim bladder.

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by MrPatrick

If you are referring to the organ sticking out of a baro-traumatized fishes mouth, that is its stomach. Pushed out of the body by the expanded swim bladder.

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[jorluivil]

I could be wrong but I believe what they don't want you to do is puncture the stomach with any sort of tool which is very common. The venting tool goes into the fishes stomach area but as far as I know it never touches/punctures the stomach.

[Fiskadoro]

Good Lord. The last thing I want is a dirty needle on my kayak.

I just use an easy to make rockfish release rig.
Rather then explain it I just made you guys a jpg.



Not brain surgery but here's a couple of points:

I run this rig on it's own rod with straight thirty mono. I usually use a 12 ounce sinker, and leave the rod in freespool in a holder with the clicker on. When I get a fish I don't want I hook point down through both lips then just drop it. With the clicker on it goes down at a relatively moderate rate. As soon as the clicker stops I throw it in gear and take maybe five cranks to get the fish off, and the weight off the bottom.

As the rockfish sinks it will pull away from you out of your fishing zone on the bottom do to the drift. That said if the drifts slow as soon as the fish is off the weight will cause it to swing towards you. A couple of times this became an issue when I was hooked to big fish, and did not have time to reel in the release rig. I run spectra on my fishing rigs, I like to run the release rig on thirty mono because it tends to keep it further away out from my strike/fishing zone, and it's easier to untangle if a fish wraps into it.

Another weird problem I've had is occasionally sharks or possibly big lings will attack the fish on the way down. Just reel and they come loose but a few times I've had them come back and hit the weight like it's an Iron and bite it off. I know it sounds crazy but it does happen, and if you only have one heavy weight it kind of ruins your day. I used to use fairly light mono for the weight in case of hangups, but I switched to spectra, and it's not been a problem since then as spectra doesn't cut very easily.

I can appreciate the idea of your needle device. It's supposed to save fish. However my take is if your poking holes in fish and dropping them over the side of the boat their rate of survival can't be that great.

Rockfish are territorial bottom dwellers. They are not used to swimming in open water. I mean when you have them up top they are hurt, have the bends, maybe blinded, probably extremely disoriented and they still have to still swim down several hundred feet to find their structure again once you release them on the surface.

Hook them and drop them with the rig and they are released at the right depth right back on bottom structure.

Jim

[blitzburgh]

Originally Posted by Fiskadoro

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Rather then explain it I just made you guys a gif.

Jim I don't see the gif img. I think I get it but would like to see your rig.

[Fiskadoro]

Originally Posted by blitzburgh

Jim I don't see the gif img. I think I get it but would like to see your rig.

Weird! I can see it. I wonder if it's something with my online image storage

Just edited the post and added it as an attachment.

I can see both, can you see either of them?

[blitzburgh]

Originally Posted by Fiskadoro

Weird! I can see it. I wonder if it's something with my online image storage

Just edited the post and added it as an attachment.

I can see both, can you see either of them?

I see it now, thanks! Looks good.

[Fiskadoro]

Originally Posted by blitzburgh

I see it now, thanks! Looks good.

Awesome!!

It's really very simple rig. Easy to make and carry.

[TJones]

even the dogs need to eat off the masters table.