California Spiny Lobster Tips (What You Need to KNOW)

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

Correction: Use gear code 2 for rigid lobster hoop net. Gear code 1 for flat hoop net. Thanks for the correction guys! - Rodney

[@SouthernRancher13]

How do u ward off seals ???? I’ve been having serious problems with the seals stealing my bait, tearing into my nets even with zip ties

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

@@SouthernRancher13I had that problem before, its never a guarantee , but i usually triple the zip tie count or even buy a carabiner

[@slaydaysocal4782]

Phukk EU try using DARK bait cages/tubes such as “Roach Coach” OR HD commercial wire Cages from LP Fishing Supply. Check out the video that Dave Hansen posted about making your own PVC tubes out of black composite material.

[@tvolz40]

Just baught a little boat and plan on harvesting lobster from it in 2023 season, this video was super helpful. Ive only fished with hoop nets from piers so it was way different

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

Good to hear! Good luck this season.

[@pringlized]

Great video! Straight and to the point

[@gonzalesrafael22]

Dude. Really good video amigo. Great conversation starter for sure.

[@dannyluelee]

Can you do a more detailed video of your set up. What materials you used and the reasoning behind them? Why 40-50 feet line? What depth are you using your gear? What hoop nets seem to work best for you. Are those lights battery operated? On/Off switches for them? Do they have ready to fish lobster kits? Also how do you retrieve your nets? How do you keep track of where your buoys have been placed in the water?

[@ExploreNaturesCatch]

Great video! Thanks for all the info!

[@julioroman6854]

Great Video Rodney. If I drop a hoop net from a boat at 30 feet, but I have 70 ft. of rope, how do you secure the excess rope? How much bait do you insert in a cage, as much as I can jam in there?

[@Miguel_PuroGuasave_Rodriguez]

Hey BDOutdoors I went out yesterday to Long Beach and had no luck at all. Do you know any good spots? Also is a boat better then the pier when it comes to hoop netting? Thanks for the info.

[@pistolpete5356]

Where did you get that led flashing light

[@masterbaiter1704]

Awesome video. New subbie here!

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

Yewwww

[@BigEzzy619]

Great vid! Where's the spot tho? :)

[@sammylocc8054]

Do I need Buoy for fishing off pier with net

[@joereece1307]

Can you use a handheld net to catch lobster when free diving? Also, can I set hoop nets while free diving to check the next day?

[@amandamontano9951]

If you're fishing the pier, how do you know when your net has hit the sea floor!?

[@joshuapotter1869]

Amanda Montano - when your line goes slack. You won’t be using a buoy. Just line connected to the ring lines and the other end to you tied off on the pier railing.

[@PigRipperLAW]

Thanks for the advice

[@NINO011674]

Great video thank you for the info

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

For more information on Lobster regulations : www.wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Marine/Invertebrates/Lobster good luck out there

[@LifeIsGoodThankYouGod]

can pay to join you for lobster fishing this season ? thank you.

[@YesodWilliams]

How much bait do you fill the container up with?

[@gomerspile3331]

Good video, what do you do with excess line. let's say you have 40 ft of line and 30 ft of water, do you just bundle up and let it float, or do you drop it all

[@frankc6430]

special rope or any that sinks, no floating ropes

[@GettingBentWithBo]

Good info Rodney! While I think the salmon heads work, I have personally had much better luck with freshly cut mackerel it seems to carry more of scent because of it's oily nature. I know the salmon heads work, but mack is the way to go!

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

Thanks Bo! I totally agree! When I went lobster fishing that night, I did notice when I combined the freshly dead macks AND the salmon heads, the legal lobster were there vs just having salmon heads alone. Thanks for watching Bo!

[@GettingBentWithBo]

@@user-vx9wy6rk7d Always!

[@tucko11]

Thanks man can’t wait to see you out there . Have you tried San Clemente pier ? Lots of lobsters . Some decent size ones. No jumbos yet though

[@204local3]

I thought lobster season doesn’t start until October 3rd?

[@tucko11]

Noah Squires yes , that’s correct . Did I say or mention anything indicating the contrary ?

[@204local3]

tucko11 you said no jumbos yet. I thought you were talking about in the last few days. I called the big five to ask them when the season started, they said September 28. I’ve been on alert ever since. Wish you nothing but luck this season.

[@monstar8032]

Do you need a buoy and your go ID while fishing from pier?

[@spartan_8712]

You just tie the end of the rope to the pier railing. Don’t think you need a buoy. That’s only when your on a boat or kayak. As for the go ID, I’ll make sure to ask.

[@DLJFunk]

Good job Rodney been looking for the best way to rig my gear how did you make to bouy connecter at the bottom

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

I used one of these guys at the base . made for easy connection to the rope to the bouy : www.homedepot.com/p/Carlon-1-2-in-PVC-Male-Terminal-Adapter-E943D-CTN/100404041

[@francoperez8145]

Hello. In california can i fish for crab and lobsters with a net like this without a license?

[@frankc6430]

you will be fine hundreds of $$$$

[@eliteisabot401]

Do you need a license if you are 15?

[@dirkdiggler2430]

When is lobster season in California?

[@grandeb6273]

I think right now

[@frankc6430]

about oct to march each year

[@HauteChef]

How many ounces is that torpedo weight?

[@frankc6430]

more than the light

[@BudoFishing]

Great info! Thanks Rodney!!🤙

[@user-vx9wy6rk7d]

Thanks Budo for watching and taking the time to let us know how we doing :)

[@grandeb6273]

The net goes all the way to the bottom and touches the ground right

[@jeepster6419]

what do you mean two licenses?

[@frankc6430]

fishing +ocean enhancement (southern cali) + lobster

[@omardominguez3652]

how do u find the location code?

[@frankc6430]

read the back of the permit

[@deebreezytopic3102]

Does anyone know where I can purchase wholesale spiny lobster in California?

[@SoCalSeaChaser]

Frederick Mejia, Fish markets like at the Redondo Beach Pier, etc.

[@jp.9664]

This activity has been ruined thanks to the internet.Good luck out there newbies.What used to be a great fishery is now a shitshow of idiots and aggressive rude people.The fishing sure isn't what it used to be.The good old days are gone.And a big thanks to Promar for making a net that allows any kook with a floating object to lobster fish.