6 Mistakes New Surf Anglers Make

Here's our take on common mistakes surf anglers make when starting out. There's probably another discussion like this coming in an episode and the comments section of this episode!
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[@michaels2569]

The two tips that I would add off the top of my head would be. 1. Check your knots/line often especially after a big fish, several fish, or getting out of a tough snag. Doing this can save you tackle and potentially heart break from losing that giant fish you almost had ,but it broke you off because the line or knot was damaged. Damaged knots or line may result in donating tackle to the surf especially on a bad cast. 2. Know when to change baits for the right situation and learn to mix it up . If fishing heavy kelp I'd rather choose Texas rig swimbait then a jerkbait as the jerkbait will most likely just catch all the kelp and weeds, not allowing you to thoroughly fish the area. On the other hand there will be times when the fish will only hit the jerkbait and only follow the swimbaits. Bonus: Stay safe and never turn your back on the ocean. You never know when a rogue wave may knock you off your feet.

[@thelinecook]

I loved the change of pace with this vid Edward! Awesome tips with Vince! Glad to see you out fishing and helping everyone with all the insight.

[@calypso2niner]

OMG the new dynamic duo, this is awesome on a Friday, thanks!

[@AlwaysFishing805]

Another great informational video fellas I see what you talk about a lot in my area

[@mikestacklebox]

Great tips guys. My additional tip is also have pre made Carolina rigs just in case the weather doesn’t allow. Have a few extra colors as well. Cheers guys.

[@manseraoutdoors]

Great informational tips! Looking forward putting that perch Pouch to use!

[@Hook2Cook]

Game changer brother

[@jimvalim1567]

Don't keep the pregnant momma's. That's bad karma!

[@Norcal808]

Good tips guys 👍🏽 I'd say don't get stuck in one spot for too long if the bite is slow and start from the farthest point and make your way back if your limited on time. Also, give other anglers space and don't cast close to them 🤙🏽

[@Hook2Cook]

Very true!

[@rustyhookeroutdoors8705]

Love the vids, love the attitudes, love the stupid humor! Keep up the great work. I don't surf fish but do some kayak fishing in the big blue, but love the videos and information you guys put out! Thanks again and tight lines!

[@ChiefToad]

For me personally. The biggest mistake I made when starting out was not properly learning how to read a beach. My success improved dramatically after I took some time to learn what to look for. Holes, rips, cuts, bars, points, troughs and lips. In conjunction with tide info it's key to actually finding the fish. This was all pre yt days, so I learn a lot by watching/talking with other fisherman and checking out areas at both low and high tides. Because to be perfectly honest, perch and bass aren't picky most of the time. All you need to do is get a lure in front of them. On a side note. I used the pouch I picked up on at least couple of sessions now. The points mentioned about it ring true. Don't have to move an inch if I catch one, so I can stay on the spot. I also like the good drainage aspect that allows for easy bleeding out. I have also used it as a mat when I need to sort things out on the ground/lay my rod down to avoid sand contact. Beats the crappy mesh nylon bag I used to have by a mile.

[@Shane.sBeard]

Just used my Perch Pouch for the first time one week ago and it’s awesome! Worked perfectly. 👍🏻 Very well made.

[@MastablastaFishing]

Awesome tips. I'm still guilty of a couple mistakes. 😂

[@Hook2Cook]

We should’ve added using stock hooks and light lines

[@samtriebels3646]

I just recently picked up fly fishing when I was visiting my brother in Washington. After coming home I needed to find a way to keep the fire burning, so I started surf fly fishing. I must say even tho your videos aren’t fly specific, I’ve managed to put almost EVERY TIP you’ve mentions to use. To those attempting surf fly fishing get yourself a striping basket and fast sinking line. Timing is everything and casting over top of the incoming waves will help conceal your line. Cheers and tight lines as always.

[@barefootterry3785]

Great video. Still a noob at surf fishing because I do mostly kayak. Great tips that I hope to incorporate. I’m guilty of more than one of the mistakes.

[@1surfpesca_]

Same brother, kayak fishing is so fun but surf fishing has been just as fun lately with a lot less prep work of moving loading and launching the Yak… it was hard to have confidence casting into the surf cuz even tho I see people surf fish I would psyche myself out cuz I thought I had to Wade out far but after being reassured by other fisherman and the internet that the fish aren’t that far out you just gotta find the holes. I’ve been catching small perch the last few days but it’s been a blast learning… I’m hoping for croaker soon

[@chuckem]

loved the white seabass trolling lol

[@FedsFishing]

Awesome episode 🎉

[@DEANDESPERADO]

great video, just started learning to surf fish. what size lure were you using? length/wieight etc> thanks for the videos and help.

[@rodoutdoors]

Thanks. I'm starting to go out more.

[@Randy_Samuel]

Wow! That's awesome!

[@hypnosis4207]

I would love if you would put a time stamp every so often in the video so we know at what times you are fishing... Much love! See you in the surf 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@KaliKy805]

Nice Video! Keep It Up!

[@AntLong110]

I just ordered your 3 finger casting glove...Great video!

[@Hook2Cook]

Sick! Thanks for the support from the east coast! I’ll mail it out ASAP!

[@christianchilee]

Awesome duo!

[@Hook2Cook]

Thanks!

[@richfisherman2664]

Thank you for all the great tips. Are you fishing southern or central california. I like that you can drive on the beach. Happy fishing 🎣

[@Hook2Cook]

central.

[@patiocoversbylightningrain3014]

perfect just bought a house in Cayucos and been surf fishing for a few weeks. need to get my skills down as I'm going to be fishing the area for the next 30 years.

[@ClearWater7.62]

Wow Fresno.. find any good spots yet? Stripers?

[@MrOutfishin7]

I have one that happened to me the other day. If you catch a "keeper" fish, take it up to the beach before you unhook it to put it on your stringer. Lost my PB the other day cuz I didn't want to walk back to the sand.

[@SMC4117]

Damn, you guys actually wear all that stuff… shoot, no matter the season, it’s board shorts, barefoot, hoody, fanny pack with a few Lucky Craft 110’s and needle nose pliers in it, old rag, and my rod and reel 🤦‍♂️😂🎣

[@1surfpesca_]

Bro I’m the exact same 🤣 occasional chaffing by the end of the sesh too I respect the wader guys but yea in my opinion it’s just another step I gotta take when I show up and when i leave. Plus when it’s nice and warm out it feels way better not being all boxed up. I’m boxed up in clothes all day 😂 Tight lines brotha 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@SMC4117]

@@1surfpesca_ cheers bra🤙🏻

[@user-xm6do4lc1j]

Hello Sir, what is the model and brand of your blue fishing pole?

[@Greenliight]

My first mistake was getting a rod and reel combs that is WAY too big for the style of surf fishing I want to do haha I got the ugly stick big water 10ft heavy action don’t get me wrong it casts like a beast but it’s literally so thick and heavy

[@thereadinesschannel7610]

I did the same thing…..I’m guessing by your screen name you’re a fellow trout fisherman used to light gear with 4 lb line, fly rods etc. when I set up for perch I really didn’t know what I needed and started with an 8 ft heavy rod…. I realized right away I could barely feel the hits from perch with that and went to a much softer set up

[@Greenliight]

@@thereadinesschannel7610 exactly haha trout and bass, but now I use the big water for striper and larger fish, I somehow thought the thickness of the rod was what made it a surf rod but I got a new one and it’s just at thick as my standard bass set up just a little bigger than my lighter rods 👍

[@thereadinesschannel7610]

I would add using some discretion about hot spotting an area online, social media etc. just to show the hero shots etc. we all like intel from more experienced anglers or locals but I’ve seen this decimate trout fishing spots I used to frequent for years……even up in high country.

[@Hook2Cook]

Good point!

[@miketech2]

Noti squad!

[@Hook2Cook]

Legend!

[@jimbo4612]

Biggest mistake I see is lure casting anglers overfilling their spools thinking they will get longer casts and have more line to work with. Modern reel manufacturers even mark the spool with fill lines yet anglers feel they need to add more. This creates bad twists and the dreaded birds nest from hell that will ruin a angling season.

[@paulkaplan1147]

Safety first. If you're in the surf with waders have a nice tight waist belt so they won't fill with water if you get knocked over. Also a good idea to carry a knife so you can cut yourself out if necessary.

[@jokerizwild]

Marc what is the Blue rod your’er using?

[@NEVETSTEVEN510]

What is the fishing jacket you use ?

[@jimvalim1567]

Great video! Hey Ed, I was wondering if you know why Rancho Guadalupe dunes Preserve is temporarily closed? When I look on Google maps, it says it's closed. I figured you would know since you live over that way.

[@jimvalim1567]

It's been closed for a couple of weeks now!

[@Hook2Cook]

The road washed out in January because the storms

[@jimvalim1567]

@@Hook2Cook Thanks for the info 👍!

[@glenfishing]

A drain hole eyelet fell off of my perch pouch Think it matters?

[@ronbutterfield7074]

According to the Santa Barbara county park’s website, the road washed out in a few places. Repairs may take until June of ‘24’ to open the park.

[@michaelsanchez8457]

How long do fish stay good? I mean while out fishing.

[@michaelhamerski2168]

Often see people fishing for perch with only one pole, and a max of two hooks. In California, there is no limit to the amount of hooks and poles allowed for surf Perch. In Oregon it is one pole and 3 hooks max. for surf/rock fishing.

[@Andre-Nader]

San Francisco Bay is max 3 hooks too. (Only 2 for rockfish I think)

[@michaelhamerski2168]

You are correct, piers, jetties, SF bay and manmade structures have special regs in Calif.

[@RealChinatownKid]

Seems like one year it's the Calissa and now it's the Battlestar.. any strong opinions on either lure?

[@david-iam]

The Calissa is more like a Lucky Craft 110 (floating) While the BattleStar is like the Lucky craft 115 in size and weight. So can throw it a little further than the 110. I believe dives just a little deeper than the 110. The LC 115 version is a slow sink. I thought my Battlestar is also a slow sink. The Lucky Craft brand seem to have more color choices and easier to find at tackle stores and online. All of them will catch fish when the conditions allow to fish with them. They are pricey. So a heartbreak when you lose one. The Calissa less so because of the lower price.

[@Sprizzle805]

The Battlestar is a 3/4 oz. So you can launch this Jerkbait and it dives really good about 3-4ft. It's tried and true, so many fish caught. Glow White Sardine is my go to for perch and striper.

[@RealChinatownKid]

​@@Sprizzle805 No harm if I stick with the calissa? Honestly, haven't even tried it out yet either.. need to make time to try surf fishing💀

[@Sprizzle805]

@@RealChinatownKid I used the Calissa alot to it's cheaper then the Lucky Crafts and does the same. Vince is my friend, so I fish his lures.

[@robertchacon1722]

If this is to inform beginners of mistakes, Vince is confusing beginners by misnaming a stripe bass.

[@RicardoChavez-es8vo]

The difference is the place you guys fish on good areas

[@tomjones2031]

Safety mistake… learn about wave energy and how much energy is safe or not to be in the surf. Wave energy, wind direction/speed, sunrise and tides are keys to help when to fish.

[@kevsgonefishing]

Problem with tip#3 is people don't wanna "spot burn" (which I think is stupid,its a big ocean" I live in safe Oyster Point, new to salt water fishing and don't know where to go.

[@eugenegress5896]

Excellent Lessons. Also be sure to mention to the Beginners... The Minimum, Rod price, brand, Minimum Reels, brands... a Person on a budget can use. Also the Type of Line... Lbs. Many beginners, get all Giddy, worked up , spend Money , only to find out .... Oh this isnt really for me. OTHER SUBJECT, Would a big Blue, silver Pink; those combination of Colors, on a large Kastmaster , with white buck tail work great???

[@Hook2Cook]

The lure combo you mentioned can totally work more for striper when fin bait is present. The biggest question is what size for the conditions you’re fishing

[@eugenegress5896]

@Hook2Cook Cop that my Surf Warriors... Great quick Response!!, Thank you Big Time.

[@ronaldmcdonald3965]

Uh oh. I am a beginner. I hope I don't run into you guys and get punched out Caught my biggest red tail yesterday, and a 27" striper last week Yeah, already cutting back my gear. I carry two rods 1 perch rod with 1 oz carolina rig 1 striper rod belt with rod holder (two plano boxes)

[@hypnosis4207]

"Shark bait! Who haha" lol

[@Fuzzie22]

@16:20 90% of the time the person won't tell you because he sees you as a competition... just like the people you see on the beach ( hey brother catch anything , Nope its been dry , while carrying a bag full of fish 😢 ) or they'll tell you false info on the type of bait or rig they are using

[@leedelay1856]

What rod was Vince using?

[@shorecasted9295]

Daiwa northcoast

[@leedelay1856]

@@shorecasted9295 Thank you.

[@KevinLarson_ohana]

Dude. Can we go fishing sometime because I am a total noob and losing hope. I stink.

[@user-op1jv7dh8r]

ever try the rockaway SP? the 10' and 11' are rated for 1/2-3 oz. i wonder how they compare to the hawaiian custom

[@Sprizzle805]

Whenever I fish I feel and look like a kook, but I'm catching fish and learning from my young Mentors. Because I'm older then all of you slayers.

[@barclaysauers255]

....and if you ever set your rod and reel down in/on the sand you are a knuckle head according to my Dad. Did I say never as in ever! Sand can be near death to your favorite spinner!

[@olegmoseichuk712]

What is the beach, what are you wearing jackets?

[@jeremyfontenot496]

Checking Facebook is good, but the story about the guy waiting months to fish is kinda ridiculous. The point is to go fishing and having fun. Sitting at home reading Facebook is lame.

[@edcastillo4456]

I'm sorry, I can't agree with mistake #2. Fishing is all about getting out there and finding them, combined with your own skill and knowledge. Fish are caught everywhere at any time and doesn't get posted to social media. That's a lazy approach to fishing. If everyone relied upon Facebook, etc, no one would be going out fishing and reporting because they'd be waiting for the next guy to report. Besides, by the time you react to someone's post about a hot bite here or there, chances are it's over when you arrive. The one who posted was the real fisherman. Also, many veteran locals will not burn their spots by posting the location. Make it happen, don't wait for it to happen.

[@Hook2Cook]

Agreed. No report, make your own. Get out when you can

[@Sprizzle805]

@@Hook2Cook I agree if you take the tips that these guys give on KZbin you can learn when it should be hot and where to go. Vince is just saying it's a nice perk to see people catching fish to get you motivated, but who know when that bite was it could be weeks or months old.🤙

[@edcastillo4456]

@@Sprizzle805I don’t think that’s what he is saying. Listen to him again. He clearly says this fisherman will wait months and months for the social media posts until they start reporting, then he goes out and kills it. I don’t see how you can interpret that any other way. Besides, I don’t know of any seasoned, skilled, veteran fisherman who sits around for months waiting for others to tell when it’s time to fish. He’s not a fisherman. Just bad advice. If we all took that same advice, we’d all be on social media watching each not posting anything because we’re waiting for the next guy to post.

[@HeyUncleA]

I can’t tell if you guys are joking or serious about the white sea bass. That looked like a striper to me.🤷🏻‍♂️. I looked up White Sea bass and nothing that came up had stripes.

[@Hook2Cook]

Yes he. Was joking

[@MrOutfishin7]

I don't even know you. Why are you making it personal?? It doesn't matter if I do 5 of those 6 things bro, you don't have to call me out!! 😂

[@Hook2Cook]

😆 hilarious bro

[@Jacob-Pogicat]

My mistake is being alive😢

[@entername5706]

Don’t be so hard on urself 😕there’s an easy solution to that!!

[@barclaysauers255]

@@entername5706 Use your perch pouch to protect your head from sundurn?

[@robertsproston1095]

@@entername5706 Jesus

[@q4982]

Its because newbs dont know what to so. Its not mistake. Its the nature lol

[@odelonsicat7741]

Be informed and follow the size/count limits of the fish you catch and keep! Let's keep the fishery alive!

[@Hook2Cook]

Lol don’t be the guy taking a picture of a dead fish asking for an ID

[@thereadinesschannel7610]

Good point man. I’ve seen the damage to much pressure and bad habits can do to what might seem like a never ending resource. One of the reasons I switched to surf fishing primarily from high country trout fishing

[@edquier40]

BOOM! the first once again, First on thumbs up, First to comment and as usual, a big H2C fan!, now, back to the show.

[@Hook2Cook]

You rock!

[@jaaron2834]

Who’s the beginner…? That’s a Striped bass … not a White Sea bass …!