15 pound Omilu (Ulua)/plugging fishing Kauai, Hawaii

[@edwinwong5189]

SICK! Wouldn't have been mad if you kept em. But SOLID release on a breeder like that. Covid fist bumps bro. Lol.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks! 🤛 🤙

[@patrickcotter7093]

Awesome Bra, U one good fishermen! Love fact seeing a lot braddas catch release now , help the fishery a lot! Maui terrible I whip alot hope get one soon! Gives me hope watching u! Rip lip

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks for watching and good luck out there. you’ll get one! just gotta keep casting 🤙

[@celial56]

Pretty fish! Fun video. So cool you let it go! Kauai is beautiful.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you 🤙

[@JOEOLIVASWWJ]

ACTION at its finest..good job....nice fish..

[@cyfishkauai9380]

You are a legend joe! Your videos have taught me the basics of everything I know. Thank you for watching 🤙

[@JOEOLIVASWWJ]

@@cyfishkauai9380 Mahalos for your kind words....keep it up..good luck on your next one..

[@brob-zy8zi]

I tried plugging when I was staying in Kekaha a few years ago. The only thing I managed to catch was a big Needlefish. But, I did catch a small Omilu on Squid bait along with several other reef fish. It was my first time in Hawaii so it was a great time trying to figure out the fishing. Awesome fish, I hope to get back one day!

[@cyfishkauai9380]

I feel you. It’s fun learning a new area and sometimes very challenging. The last 10 times I’ve gone I’ve only caught small omilu and a few other non target species. But it’s that one big bite that happens every so often that keeps me going back. Tug is the drug!

[@kennethsmith8844]

I lived in Waimea for 15 years, my wife was raised in Waimea. Kakaha small boat harbor was always a great place to exit from. Once about 200 yards out I was not paying attention and a big surf swept over me.

[@andrewmorke]

Congrats! I wish you many more catches.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks for watching 🤙

[@WTN808]

Really enjoyed your video and you catch. When I saw you bring your catch up I said, "Such a fine specimen, deserves to be released" Sure enough you did...good job. I practice the same philosophy of catch and release. I just enjoy the making of salt water flies, searching out locations, apply techniques and hopefully hook up. Then the fun begins since I go barbless and have to keep the line tight get 'em netted say a thanks and released. Thanks for sharing will keep up with your episodes. I use a Shimano Stradic 3000 and a Fenwick 9' 6" or Shimano Stradic 1000 and a Fenwick 6' 6" or 5' 6". Thinking about picking up a 500 series to use with the 5'6".

[@cyfishkauai9380]

That’s awesome! Fishing is a big part of my life so I’m glad to be able to share it with another true fisherman. Thanks for watching 🤙

[@WTN808]

@@cyfishkauai9380 I got back into whipping in 2020 (Covid restrictions; golf). So I basically quit golf after 40 years. Found out I could make it to shoreline and go about whipping without any restrictions. Got to be a science on salt water flies, rig set ups, new tech line (braid), checking out locations all over again, etc. Then there's the whole world of light tackle but not so far to the Ajing style. I may try to put up some videos on flies (my thoughts), whipping rigs...we'll see. It's been fun. Again, keep up the good videos.

[@arisespeleta9194]

Just subbed after watching this and your other vids. I dream of catching these fish. Nice release

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you much appreciated!! 🤙 I hope u get a chance to get your lure in the water 🎣

[@rapalaray1701]

Yup im planning a trip to kauai next year haha. Oahu all fished out already

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Yeah! Good fishing here. But like everywhere just gotta keep casting till you get lucky 🤙

[@rapalaray1701]

@@cyfishkauai9380 i fish almost every morning different spots and cast 100+ times 🥲 but yah youre right braddah just gotta be right place right time but seems like kauai is the place to be. Might move up there 😎

[@WjB_96792]

Nice bro! Small little plug too.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Yeah man good fun! 🤙

[@Dogfish63]

Gotta love those Mark White surface plugs!

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks for watching 🤙

[@noobfisherman1626]

Man that was an awesome catch. We will be staying in Koloa in early September and will be fishing all day at the shores. Any advise you can give me regarding the type of lures i can use. I will also be keeping the big ones we catch to eat with the fam so hopefully I land some nice ones.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Whipping campania lures and automatic flies (or any locally made flies) with a Carolina rig works very well. Stick baits, poppers and plugs from 1.5 oz and up for bigger game. Then dunking with squid and shrimp is very productive for reef fish. Just gotta put that time in 🤙

[@noobfisherman1626]

@@cyfishkauai9380 thanks for the info. I guess its better to stop by a local fisherman store.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Hanapaa in Kapaa (my favorite), Lihue fishing supply or Lihue ace hardware got the goods 👍

[@noobfisherman1626]

@@cyfishkauai9380 Any type of fish to avoid eating? Im planning on eating most that we catch lol.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Rule of thumb here is don’t eat roi (peacock grouper). Personally I eat a lot of jack trevally and have never gotten sick but I think the high number of ciguatera poisoning cases from them are because so many people eat them. Here’s a local blog that talks a bit about ciguatera poisoning in Hawaii: hawaiinearshorefishing.com/ciguatera-fish-safe-eat/

[@edwardlozano7000]

That’s a beautiful catch and release

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you for watching 🤙

[@santisportfishing]

Beautiful is this the reef of anini? Miss those waters badly. I lost a freaking big gt in lumahai with one of those plugs in green

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Yeah east side kauai! Get some good size fish out there. Just gotta be lucky 🤙

[@ernestoeugenio3333]

Hey Bro, can you give me some tips and spots to fish off the shore in Kauai? My wife and I will be going to the island on vacation and would love to fish during our stay. Appreciate your help.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Pretty much can fish anywhere on Kauai but if u want to catch better fish u have to go places where there r not many people. I would suggest areas of reef with deeper spots and some white water. Throw out some shrimp or squid if ur looking to catch anything. Casting out lures or using a Carolina rig for light plastics. It’s all luck and time spend fishing that will catch u fish.

[@alexanderzatusevschi4309]

do you have to wade out far on the reefs to throw plugs like this? I've only been successful whipping Campania lures with a float to catch 1-2 lb papio and omilu...

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Not necessarily. I’ve caught some decent omilu off the rocks and even straight off the beach. It all depends on location and timing. I try to go places were not many people want to go because you have to hike in or I’ll try hit some good looking reefs straight off the beach. I like when the weather is poor and there is a lot of waves and current. Seems to be more productive 🤙

[@johnbaker3817]

Can you please tell me what a Aloha pole cost safe for 12 ft and 13 ft casting rods for big round reels like for Penn round reels 4/0&6/0.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

A rod for a reel that size would be anywhere from $100-$1000. Depends on your budget. I started out with the tsunami airwave elite. Cost about $200

[@hawaiianadventurefishing8079]

Nice catch respect. Love. And amazing fight.

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks brah!! 🤙

[@ScubaChris]

Nicely done:)

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you! Your videos have help me learn so much. Much appreciated

[@ScubaChris]

@@cyfishkauai9380 All on you buddy!

[@vsonic86]

Nice result man. Seem like the drag set so strong and this fish still pull it? Love it man. Can you catch GT from where you live?

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Yes can catch GT but have to be lucky. Thanks for watching 🤙

[@sabbster1157]

Sweet catch AND release

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks for watching 🤙

[@bayawakfishingofficial9157]

watching bro.. new friend here from Philippines 🇵🇭🤙

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you for watching!!🤙

[@sydneyfishingstory]

Nice video very good fishing

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks brah 🤙

[@solid2dasoil248]

Damn I never caught anything using the mark whites..

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Keep trying! Never give up. It took me about 6 months before I caught anything on them. But I realized I was using them in the wrong areas. Look for waves and plenty white water. Mark whites create a mean bubble trail when quick retrieving and that’s what will create a reaction bite from bigger fish 🤙

[@dee1089]

damn thats some aggressive reeling... but eh i guess it works. also.. brah.. you stay OUT there! gah damn!

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Yeah brah out there haha! Yup I agree with u on the reeling. Was shallow that day where I hooked up on the fish so had to keep that lure on surface and away from the reef. Lost one to many lures out there. Thanks for watching 🤙

[@danpowell6404]

Nice!

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks for watching 🤙

[@stephenemayo384]

Solid catch and awesome release. What rod you using?

[@cyfishkauai9380]

9’6” tsunami airwave elite. Pretty sturdy stiff rod that can cast far with the right line and lure rating. The rest of my set up is in the description 🤙

[@danodonnell7218]

Good for sashi yeah?

[@cyfishkauai9380]

So good! Actually just ate one small guy sashimi style last night for dinner. Nice texture and no fishy taste at all 🤙

[@danodonnell7218]

@@cyfishkauai9380 Not bad on the grill either!

[@JayJBigIslandFishing]

Dozer!! MW for the win

[@cyfishkauai9380]

MW for the win 💯% 🤙

[@madvtecyo546]

So sick! How locked is your drag?

[@cyfishkauai9380]

I was running around 3-4 pounds of drag but I should be locking down way more. This spot was very forgiving that day cause the waves were helping me bring the fish in. Got lucky for sure 🤙

[@madvtecyo546]

@@cyfishkauai9380 nice, awesome fish man! I mostly fish kekaha/westside , Still trying to catch my first ulua/big Omilu. Hopefully soon! Your videos is motivation to go fish 👌🏼🤙🏼

[@laosguytraveling8087]

Nice name. lol I’m Cy too but live in Hilo

[@cyfishkauai9380]

🤙

[@BotasNegras10]

Awesome!! 🤙🏾

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you 🤙

[@ayusalisk1794]

You champ cy! Is the fish yummy?

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Oishi! But I let go because the big ones lay a lot of eggs.

[@whiteykauai]

Mahalos Cy!!

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you for always making amazing lures 🤙

[@whiteykauai]

@@cyfishkauai9380 Ok to repost on my fb page?

[@cyfishkauai9380]

No problem 👍

[@staffanedenholm7308]

Incredible!

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks you 🤙

[@georgemakaneole6539]

Awesome 👍

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you 🤙

[@glendadagulo9705]

What setup is that

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Shimano saragosa 6k Tsunami airwave elite 9’6” Make white 1.5 oz plug 30 lbs braise-fg knot- 40 lbs fluorocarbon

[@SteadyBark96720]

Scrapper 💪🏾

[@cyfishkauai9380]

🤙

[@mariocepeda7567]

solid vid bro!🤙🏾

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank you 🤙

[@mariocepeda7567]

@@cyfishkauai9380 my biggest omilu was caught on a 1oz. baby mullet mark white, but nothing close to that 15lb😂

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Brah that’s still action tho! It feels so good when u can trick any fish into striking your lure. Hopefully u get more action soon 🤙

[@TyrannyStudios]

nice

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thanks for watching 🤙

[@bsdgffishtuna5186]

thats a trevally - you don't call them that?

[@cyfishkauai9380]

We call them a papio if under 10 lbs and ulua if over 10 lbs regardless if it’s a bluefin or white trevally. Bluefin trevally are also called omilu . White trevally or giant trevally get much bigger.

[@bsdgffishtuna5186]

@@cyfishkauai9380 Thanks. I'm just gonna go simple with trevally lol

[@nolanoshiro2083]

plenty mana for you letting it go

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Yeah bra! Hopefully get that good karma 🤙

[@Apo529]

Nice 8 pounder

[@cyfishkauai9380]

Thank for watching! 🤙