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02-03-2014, 06:46 PM | #1 |
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Halibut rig question
Anyways I would appreciate it if you can share with me what kind of rigs you use for halibut. 1. Lines- mono, flouro etc? What pound test? 2. Hooks- circle hooks? Trap rig? Regular live bait hook? 3. Baits - I used all kinds .. As whatever I catch on my sabiki 4. Sinker size? And whatever else I am missing Thank you for your help! 45 |
02-03-2014, 07:13 PM | #2 |
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Reverse dropper loop with an 8oz weight gets em every time for me....
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02-03-2014, 09:27 PM | #3 |
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02-04-2014, 08:10 AM | #4 |
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Where are you going to target them 45?
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02-04-2014, 08:29 AM | #5 |
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I was mostly fishing in NpH but I think this year I'm going to try DP more often
But most of the times I will be at NpH, marina del Rey, long beach in that area And getting ready for the islander trip in May! Thank you, 45 |
02-04-2014, 08:56 AM | #6 |
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I personally don't fish any less than 4oz if targeting halibut. More commonly I'm using 6-8oz depending on the current, wind, and drift. I hear it over and over again, if your bait isn't on the bottom then your not targeting halibut. 1-2oz may not be enough.
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02-04-2014, 08:57 AM | #7 |
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1. Lines- mono, flouro etc? What pound test?
Rig 1: 65lb PowerPro to a 6-8 foot mono leader to a drop shot with an 8oz sinker Rig 2: 65lb PowerPro to a 3-way swivel. Hook line has a 1-2foot mono leader and sinker side is 3-4foot mono line with an 8oz sinker 2. Hooks- circle hooks? Yes, I use nothing but circle hooks Trap rig? Always Regular live bait hook? As in a j-hook? is so, never. 3. Baits? Lately, I've been starting my day with dead macs and will try to make bait, once I make live bait I will use one of whatever I have on each rig until I get an idea on what they want to eat. Sometimes its lizard fish, sometimes its dead macs, sometimes............. 4. Sinker size? I always use 8oz........always. And whatever else I am missing Did you check you PMs'
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02-04-2014, 09:04 AM | #8 |
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Can I jump in with a question
If my trap hook is constantly getting caught up on something does that mean i'm fishing in the wrong place?
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So what pound mono leader are you using? I'm checking my PM now Several people kindly PM me with tips and I really appreciate all your help! 45 |
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02-04-2014, 09:19 AM | #10 |
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Also do you use 8oz sinkers at all depth?
Thank you again! 45 |
02-04-2014, 09:39 AM | #11 |
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http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ht=bounce+ball
A great read and something I've been trying to implement, especially with using live bait on one rig and a Rapala on the other to increase my hookups while minimizing maintenance. I like the idea of constantly having a rig in the water even when checking bait, plus if they're not in the mood for live bait then perhaps that lure looks appetizing. I figure there's a ton of different ways to rig and you can't really go wrong using any of them, it just may take longer to land that keeper with some than others. I will drag 2 Rapalas if I don't have any bait and want to cover ground between fishing spots, works well for all sorts of species including Hali's. Just my $0.02, and everyone has their own opinion with rigs |
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I normally use 30lb test. Right now I'm using 40lb test because that what I have on my shelf, once I run out of that I will switch back to 30. 8oz sinkers in all depths. Some guys switch depending on the depthas but I always keep it at 8, this way I know I'm always at the bottom.
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I usually don't paddle. I cast, let it sink , once it hits bottom I put reel in gear then I then drift with current 45 |
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Yea I put my reel into gear too while the pole was in the rod holder, until a big ole ray hit it and nearly tipped me over
Now I'm sure to leave it in bait clicker mode
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02-04-2014, 12:08 PM | #16 |
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my rod is always in gear but I never have the clicker on. Personally, I don't think you need the clicker when you fish on a kayak......you'll know if you're on. I always setup my drag so that it will set the hook but will also allow the fish to run.
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02-04-2014, 12:44 PM | #17 |
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Thanks all for your help and valuable information that you all shared!
I will post up my result...hopefully soon! 45 |
02-04-2014, 04:33 PM | #18 |
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If you decide to try Dana point soon I suggest you make a few drifts just off Doheny beach using live bait from the bait barge.
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Watch out for OC waters right now, there's lots of poo out there!
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