That is how, in the late 1950's I learned the basics of fishing. Though we only lived near the ocean for a few years those basics have served me well in years of fresh water fishing. Your channel inspires and educates, keep up the good work.
@AnglerUpTv2 жыл бұрын
Fishing starts at 5:14.
@iancaen29772 жыл бұрын
I've used 9' medium action Ugly Stiks for years...both lures and baits up to 3 oz sinkers and 2 oz spoons. Those and a 7'2" Toadfish medium handles all the different types of fishing I do. As long as you're just a bit careful casting 3 ounces of lead, the Uglies stand up to anything.
@obxkoastie81702 жыл бұрын
Matthew...been throwing an 8'6" custom St. Croix 3/8 - 3/4 rod with 1/4 - 3/8 ounce jig heads and soft plastic in the surf for over twenty years. I do it because the extra height keeps my line out of the near-shore breakers that will drag my jig head into the beach. Four years ago St. Croix discontinued their best (and most expensive) salmon rods. I got one and it is unbelievably light, fish all day with a Shimano Sustain 2500 and 10# braid. The titanium Torzite guides are unbelievable. Not sure why St. Croix stopped making decent Salmon/Steelhead rods. Guess my fifteen year warranty is worthless!
@2587scott Жыл бұрын
Beach Bum Is The Best!!!🐠🦈🐟
@gradybrowning39762 жыл бұрын
Big Bull Whitting are so fun and delicious to catch. I think one of the best eating surf fish there is besides Pompano.
@chrissegrest97162 жыл бұрын
You're the best Matthew. Its been years and i still enjoy watching the excitement and dedication to the craft. Keep it up my friend.
@markhall3511 Жыл бұрын
Wright-McGill.. 9 ft steelhead.. probably my favorite rod ever.. can't find em anymore but i bought plenty of spares when i could.. Use them for everything from crappies to redfish. They keep fishing fun when it looks like some fellas are darn near using a baseball bat with rod guides.. super video by the way.. not just the same old footage of a reel handle turning from the viewpoint of a go-pro on somebodies chest… those are sheer boredom. Don’t learn anything from that.. if you can beach that stingray, you can catch darn near anything that matters to most fishermen.. 👏👏👏
@unclesam72122 жыл бұрын
This is why I watch your channel. You are THE beach fisherman. So entertaining and informative. Thank you.
@bobbyhouston78812 жыл бұрын
Great video Matthew! Been a subscriber for a long time. I love it when you get “back to the basics” of the style of fishing that put BAMA BEACH BUM on the map in the first place. Keep ‘em coming!!!
@squeakycooler2 жыл бұрын
Always loved fishing with light tackle down in the gulf!
@philipdiehl9849 Жыл бұрын
Thanks I love fishing light tackle. it is the best. Grandpa Jack
@toddgoff29612 жыл бұрын
I live in Mobile, my son wants to get into this.. so I like the info and how you present man. Keep up the good work!
@jonlobello71512 жыл бұрын
There's a spot in the U.P. of Michigan that you can surf fish for steelhead and cohos very similarly to the way you are already doing it in Alabama and the pan handle of Florida. That fishery starts in September and goes thru October..
@terrywatson23772 жыл бұрын
Awesome information on your rigs and techniques. Matt you are truly a great fisherman and an awesome human being. I just love your content and your sweet family. Be safe out there and keep it coming.
@jeanlong59652 жыл бұрын
Fun days of fishing.
@josephwagner92012 жыл бұрын
Caught nice 14-16 whiting in Naples last year. Wish I could of kept them but was staying in a hotel.
@comfortablynumb93422 жыл бұрын
I love light tackle on the beach.
@billybastar40222 жыл бұрын
Matt I love all your videos, but love your song “Alabama Pines” the most😊
@RM-iy7xx2 жыл бұрын
Yep, light tackle is fun on the surf. Great video
@brynniebfishing2 жыл бұрын
Fun video as always! Summers here in NJ are all about the whiting, or as we call them, northern kingfish. When I guide on the beach they are my go to species to keep the kids entertained. Fillet a few and toss the heads out and I get the parents onto big sharks and rays. Keeps everyone happy. Keep the great content coming!
@michaelfantelli9194 Жыл бұрын
this is awesome buddy I live in ne ohio I use walleye trolling rods for my heavier baits but it's funny you mentioned steelhead rods I started using those last year b4 I even saw ur video and I had great results caught a few citation red drum on my steelhead rods fishing Ocracoke nc great video!
@andrewpearsall5202 жыл бұрын
That's why I appreciate your channel I've been watching all you guys for like the last two years but you showed up the shallow also on the other side of the bar like don't hold your egg in one basket fish multiple directions I've learned a lot from this
@torancematthews55632 жыл бұрын
Thanks for helping us understanding the bite
@JHAWK80LOC2 жыл бұрын
Matt, I have to say that your content has furthered me being hooked on surf fishing. A friend turned me on during Covid and and random trip to hatteras sealed the deal. Needless to say I had a blast with a standard heaver. Researched KZbin to further some insight and ran into your page. You talked about Ninja tackle so gave them a try. Got the 12’ and was very pleased but wanted a lighter tackle and decided to get the 8’6 and man that’s the ticket. Almost went steelhead from watching your mastery course but went brand specific and learning from you and saltstrong I can’t imagine a better hobby after my girlfriend told me to find one. Now she wants me to slow down. Go figure. Anywho just wanted to say thanks for the inspiration and the knowledge. 🍻
@barryminner8749 Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this one. I like to see the light tackle fishing
@mattsirmans91462 жыл бұрын
A few years ago I was fishing for whiting with a penn squidder and caught a 42" redfish. It was a blast.
@smittyjerkins89662 жыл бұрын
Been fishing with a okuma celilo here on hhi for two seasons.
@davidstokes9252 жыл бұрын
Always really like the videos when you’re on the beach! That 13” whiting was awesome! Thanks my friend!
@charylstephens68752 жыл бұрын
You do realize steelhead often reach 10lbs or more and although we are not fishing the ocean with limitless running room, here in Michigan we are in fast running rivers, so the current aids the fish. Steelhead rods are very durable, I have used mine for 30 years, it is a Fenwick. I often have caught KIng Salmon 20lbs+ with it. 10lb line mostly, we do loose a lot of fish to line breakage, but that is part of the challange.
@madvtecyo5462 жыл бұрын
I use a Tica Steelhead rod here in Hawaii. 12’ love it. It’s one of the most popular rods to “whip” with here. Whipping here basically is a Carolina rig with a egg lead or bubble float. Nice video take care!!
@brianjeffrey17902 жыл бұрын
Good to see you back on the beach great video and some nice hot action great job Landing the stingray on light tackle so much fun hope you had a great Thanksgiving👍
@FatGordie22 Жыл бұрын
Commenting on Fishing not Catching: couldn’t find a way to comment on your podcast - would appreciate knowing how. So, Top 10 fishing KZbinrs: my friends and I huge; fishaholic fans. You guys mentioned but glossed over Rich’s NE content, he rocks it everywhere! He figures out how to catch fish better than anyone. Darcizzle: vastly under-rated. Most fishing shows are loathe to tell you where they are fishing. Not so Darcy and Puddin; they will give you their exact coordinates. Seeing as followers indirectly pay all the providers salaries it’s nice to get tossed a location bone once in a while.
@wesleyhackney2 жыл бұрын
Nice discussion but where do you put the weight? Do you use egg sinkers or somehow attach a pyramid weight. Thanks again
@stevehogan88292 жыл бұрын
I caught a whiting in the bay once that was so big I thought it was a red at first. lol. It was only 13 inches but I'm not used to seeing them that big.
@unclesam72122 жыл бұрын
I recently bought some 1 1/2 oz. and 1 oz. Clarkspoon jigs. Do you recommend changing the hooks? If so, what hooks do you recommend?
@danielpease45342 жыл бұрын
Great vid. The bite was on today. That always makes a good time. Hope yall have a wonderful day and see you on the next vid
@markadams69342 жыл бұрын
Hello Matt. I think I've seen you leave the shell on fresh dead shrimp when rigging. Is this the case? Do you find they stay on better when casting with the shell on? Inquiring minds want to know. lol.
@elkayakfish2 жыл бұрын
Light gear can make fishing so much fun. Another great video BBB :)
@sukjung83482 жыл бұрын
Hello. Can you give me some rod holders information??? Thank you.
@alaskangirl76752 жыл бұрын
Thanks for outlining the smaller gear! Can’t wait to see the fish you caught!
@davidmeeks24052 жыл бұрын
Always entertaining as well as very educational. Having fun and learning skills at the same time, why couldn't school be more like that
@warrenbaker25862 жыл бұрын
Please put the date of the trip somewhere on the screen. It would give us a better idea of heat your doing and when. Thanks
@contagiousreligion2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Going to have to get me some of those steelhead rods. Do you filet your whiting or cook whole?
@redsky85092 жыл бұрын
been using light tackle for years, been out catching others with heaver tackle.
@williammathews66032 жыл бұрын
good info an da are great eatin fresh,good info on gear also..stay safe..
@TheAutisticAngler2 жыл бұрын
You can't beat a bit of fun fishing, well done.
@tombartell25262 жыл бұрын
As Arawak’s love the vids. Stay awesome!! I appreciate all the info on what your using! May God continue to bless ya!
@MrChickenslaw2 жыл бұрын
great info! thnx!
@silvermanicattack8190 Жыл бұрын
Damn dude that sounds so fun and looks so exciting going to try and put some of that into my catfishing
@devoncrowe21842 жыл бұрын
Bonus fish are the best 👍
@andrewalker26032 жыл бұрын
Yay, beach vid!!!
@rogerwhitley54662 жыл бұрын
Matthew, Have been enjoying your videos for awhile; finally subscribed. When is the best time to catch blues from the surf in your area?
@spRkyKd42 жыл бұрын
Took your advice a couple years ago and bought those same steelhead rods. A lot of fun! What rod holders are you using?
@kellystewart29772 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the fishing lesson and trip, needed a day out with you. We live in Indiana right now and are looking forward to Florida fishing next year. 😀 Have a wonderful day
@jonlobello71512 жыл бұрын
Seems like you have that rod already set up for steelhead fishing including the bead.
@deepiper65292 жыл бұрын
GREAT video Matt! I've been following your channel since the early days and it has just gotten better and better, Watching and studying what I learn from your videos, plus a few others here on YT, plus a few guided trips down there on the Gulf I have gotten a good bit of knowledge and experience. I have picked up a few surf fishing rods along the way, but now I want to get a light steelhead rod like you use here and enjoy more light tackle fishing. God bless.
@billhobson66372 жыл бұрын
It seems like Wright & McGill is no longer making rods, or the rods they used to make are now branded as Eagle Claw. My attempts to Google Wright & McGill keeps pointing to Eagle Claw.
@tentsandreels2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information my dude! Enjoying the videos!
@kelley8672 жыл бұрын
Great video can’t wait for the next catch and cook video.
@ronnyk62632 жыл бұрын
Love your stuff BBB! THANKS
@miked28022 жыл бұрын
Keep them coming Beach Bum!
@markflood84662 жыл бұрын
Keep your videos coming I love watching them they are great
@scottc5432 жыл бұрын
Another great video, Matt. Thank you
@johnsalazar2452 жыл бұрын
Did you know that beared Brad's house burned down 4 years ago? I was thinking about that because we should all be thankful for each other. Happy late thanksgiving!
@bobberrob16052 жыл бұрын
Been slinging 2 or 3 ounce weight on 7 footers for 3 decades. Never ever have i broken a rod. Snapped lines because of the bail flipping midflight but never a rod
@chriswincek86722 жыл бұрын
Man, i been tryin to find some steelhead rods since the first time i went fishin with you. Now that I'm in Memphis I'll really need to make an effort to find some since I'll be fishin down there more often!
@keithlewis61782 жыл бұрын
Just moved here and getting into salt water fishing. Love your shows. Really helps us newbies transforming from freshwater bass fishing.
@ncoutdooradventures61482 жыл бұрын
Freshwater to saltwater isn't really a big transformation,, all fish relate to structure. Yes the structure in saltwater is a little different. But the fundamentals are still the same. What do you look for in bass fishing? Drop-offs, channels, current flows, and oddities,,, right? So consider a slough, or trough, in the surf to be the equivalent of a channel. The backside (area closet to the shore) is your drop-off equivalent, a cut in between sandbars creates another channel where water comes in and out, (current),, both sides of the cut on both the inside and outside of the sandbars are good places, much like a stream coming into a pond or lake. Then of course you have docks, piers, reefs, shoals, etc. that are your oddities. So basically just think of the ocean as a big lake. But a common mistake made is that a lot of anglers have the mindset of "big water, big equipment",, not so! I bass fished for 17 years in Florida,, now I'm using those same rods for fishing surf, pier, and sound. Where many anglers will wade out to their knees or waist to make a cast way out,, I fish where they're standing to cast! Yes, there are a few places that very long casts are required,, but on the east coast there's only 4 or 5 of those places!
@chrissewell16082 жыл бұрын
And to add to NCOutdoors: You can use a lot of freshwater tackle, fishing in saltwater. Just as long as you clean it very good after each trip. Saltwater is brutal on tackle, if not cleaned well. I have seen many "saltwater lures" start to rust, if not cleaned right!
@peggyh89372 жыл бұрын
Great content, Matt! Thanks!
@macmyers81432 жыл бұрын
Matt, are those rod holders homemade or store boutght? If commercial, what brand and where can they be bought? Great stuff, thanks.
@lytanature Жыл бұрын
Wow nice❤
@stephentylerworkman2 жыл бұрын
Do you ever find yourself casting steel head rods beyond the sand bar or strictly short casting?
@chrissewell16082 жыл бұрын
I always learn something new about beach fishing, when I watch Matt's channel. Even though I am a well seasoned angler (fresh and saltwater). I am new to beach fishing and I am always eager to learn more about my favorite sport. So, I want to pick up one of those DVD's (I guess?) From "Salt Strong", on your Mastery Beach Fishing course! I hope you and your family have had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
@josephpianalto19952 жыл бұрын
Saw you and Brad out there during thanksgiving week. You obviously had more luck with diversity than I did. We killed the whiting but didn’t hook up to anything else. Love getting to fish that stretch thanks for helping me learn how to navigate the surf and what works best.
@stumblefish3602 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of G. Loomis and his steelhead rod story
@edwardlandry2912 жыл бұрын
Is this very public beach location secret? Would be nice to see some useful content on public access beaches in the area. Thanx, man! You’re the best!
@n.j.dougherty48722 жыл бұрын
I am a beginner so bear with me what weight was you using
@rayhall30102 жыл бұрын
Great video, as always
@samlewis69172 жыл бұрын
Great video. Love these type of vids!
@MarvinDSancho20112 жыл бұрын
beach bumming like a boss !! as always great content !
@johnbailey46282 жыл бұрын
Good stuff!
@jameswilliams-oy6ok2 жыл бұрын
cool cool
@fredswanson1562 жыл бұрын
Great video. I hope you and your family had a wonderful. Thanksgiving.
@alaskangirl76752 жыл бұрын
Trophy Whiting!
@BeamsOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
My 9' TFR Xh can throw 25oz
@meleagrisgallapavo Жыл бұрын
Gotta admit when that rod twitches I’m jumping out of my chair🤣
@ronmelville47852 жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, Ron Sr. here, have you been Sick, you use to post almost ever other day, I've missed you Brother,are you and family OK? God Bless,,, Ron Sr.
@davidraines13802 жыл бұрын
Matthew I love to target the smaller fish to eat. The big ones are fun to catch just not as good to eat. If I can catch 2 pound fish I’m happy
@mikemargiolos71452 жыл бұрын
Great video matt showing some of these Beach fishermen that they don't have to all go way out there to cast you are right there are great fish close in and every now and then you will catch that good red 👍
@philipsharp52992 жыл бұрын
Where can I get a Bummy Stick?
@mattpoole16102 жыл бұрын
They will be back in stock sooner than later 🙂
@ronmartin59712 жыл бұрын
Good video
@svtcobra34752 жыл бұрын
in the NC surf, I have always used the lightest equipment that I can get by with. Normally a 7 foot med. action rod that is rated for less than 1 OZ. But, normally use a 1 OZ pyramid with it. Have also used 3 OZ. Ove the years, I have only shattered one older 7 foot rod when casting 2 to 3 oz lead. I do move up to 8 footers when conditions are rough or I want to get some more distance. And, recently got brave and spooled up some 20 pound BRAID for the first time on a 4500 Spinfisher!!! lol Used it to sling 1.5 oz Gotcha jigfish's at blue fish that were out along ways. Also, on that last trip in October, I tried out the Tactical Anglers Power Clips (50 pound). I tied one on the braid and slung it all weekend using 3 oz bottom rigs and the 1.5 oz jigfish. Never retied and held up great. Kind of a torture test. I also used to clips this past summer on jigs and caught redfish and flounder in the back waters. Sold now on these for quick changes in the windy surf. BTW, I bought the jigfish's after watching one of your vids, took them to OKI in July and we all caught Spanish in the surf with them!!!
@joshbekah47552 жыл бұрын
One piece or 2 piece rods ?
@salteastsimon2 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah . Gotta throw atleast one light rod out there for the whiting action.. haha
@simssfamilychannel9822 жыл бұрын
Hi
@unclejun842 жыл бұрын
You should cut the stingray up for bait
@garywillis27519 ай бұрын
Where is a good place to surf fish away from people in Florida gulf