Dungeness Crab & Lingcod Fishing SOLO in Northern California

[@fishingfool2644]

Chris, please wear your vest especially on those solo trips. I want you to make it back to your kids.

[@divingwithdevon4175]

I was thinking the same thing

[@ChrisPfish2]

Yeah after the sad story of Will not making it back in. That was an eye opener to everyone we need to be more safe out there. Over the course of my videos I sometimes have one on and sometimes not. Thinking back, it doesn't seem so much of a conscious decision to not wear it, just not thinking about it. After the recent tragedy it is on my mind like everyone else, I got my portable water proof radio attached to mine and ready for the next trip and I told myself your stupid to not have this on everytime you go solo. So thats the plan moving forward.

[@jamiebaynes9488]

Very nice haul. Thanks for sharing. Keep them videos coming, I will watch them at least 2 times for sure. Under water video is extra special.

[@theresareclusado2533]

Happy New Year Chris! Thanks for the video, as always, you did a great job!

[@ChrisPfish2]

I appreciate you watching! Happy New Year!

[@fishinnfixin510]

@ChrisPfish hey Chris, this is my KZbin account for my channel. Did you have to purchase anything to be able to edit on filmora? I have pictures and photos downloaded, just can't edit anything.... thanks again Chris.

[@ChrisPfish2]

@@fishinnfixin510 yeah i paid for a license. In the past you could edit on it but there would be a water mark across it with there name until I paid.

[@tacoismypuppy]

Thank you for the video! These are the best fishing videos for Northern California fishing

[@ChrisPfish2]

Really appreciate you taking the time to say that, thank you!

[@Xpyburnt_ndz]

Love ridin along on your trips Bro! Gr8 vid and catch!!!

[@outdoorfreedom9778]

That was fun, thank you Chris. I'm up here by Yosemite and my drive is washed out so I'm stuck at home so watching you getting all those nice crabs made my day. I think I have ond more Dungeness and a Rock left in the freezer. I may be able to get to the coast for another trip or two? Until then I'll keep watching you!

[@Opaleye]

Looks like a great day right before the season ends!

[@ChrisPfish2]

Yeah it was a nice day. Thanks for watching

[@drgreen111]

I was just at bodega bay some interesting charter names. Beautiful views the small farms on the way back to lagunitas brewery there in Petaluma. I’m definitely bringing tackle with me next time

[@ChrisPfish2]

yeah its a beautiful place, thanks for watching.

[@AnyFishKiller]

First person to ever catch one on a camera good job lol

[@letsgooofishing1]

Nice job as always brotha! Stay safe out there

[@jeffchaffee1235]

Great video, thanks for sharing

[@JJ-fo3xk]

Chris, seriously, where is your PFD? Out there solo you should definitely be wearing one! Love your vids.

[@kpnitrl38]

My man! Doing it. Wish you were in Hawaii fishing. Here now for work.

[@Officialgoodscompany]

Chris, in addition to using a pfd on solo trips like some of these other comments are saying, I would suggest one other thing. Please use your gaff when pulling up your nets. Doesn't matter how close your boat is to the water. One slip, and you'll be swimming for your life chasing your boat.

[@scottcraig972]

Chris. Try putting some scent on your swimbaits. I use a product called HOT SAUCE. . Never fish my plastics without it. Works DINO. On the bass, halibut, and seabass down here in SO CAL. Try it. You'll definitely see an improvement in your bites, and you're fish count. Tight lines. SCOTT. !!

[@ricelovesshoes]

thanks for uploading content

[@AhmedMahmoud-lg6em]

Hella yeah absolutely killed it with crabs. Can’t believe none of the fish stayed on

[@johnbolton9957]

Nicely done. Ocean is around 19 feet up here in Oregon. Wish I could get out

[@ChrisPfish2]

yeah brutal ocean conditions now in CA as well. Stay safe!

[@brianmoffat6672]

Hey Chris, you can’t use a game fish for bait, you can get cited for that, I know from first hand expierence, got ticketed for over my limit with lingcod as I was using old carcasses for bait for crab in half moon bay, as we were fishing for more lings.

[@starfurniture1151]

Hi Chris. Where people go for crabs and lings relative to the tip of Doran park. Miles ?

[@tabithabuth515]

Man I wanna go fishing with you I’m Sacramento 😂

[@larry5039]

Hey Chris, do you have a link to personal safety life vest. the one you use is not noticeable.

[@rodhartzell808]

Nice job iam just getting started to go crabbing where did you set traps thanks any info would help iam also looking for traps so if you know of any let me know

[@ChrisPfish2]

The best hoop nets are from promar. I would look at the links I have in the description. "traps" are still closed this season. just drop the pots on sand, not rocks. Move them until you find them. Good luck

[@rodhartzell808]

@@ChrisPfish2 thanks for reply wound love to go fishing with you sounds like a good time

[@rodhartzell808]

Hi chris can I use livewell for live bait tank or what do you suggest it's for halibut fishing

[@jayhinton8339]

Chris, What model is your boat?

[@aznvi3tboy209]

What kind of rod holder is that? The flat part with the holes in it

[@CarlosGarcia-gl6lj]

Thanks for all your videos. What camera do you use to capture all your footage? Fish on!

[@ChrisPfish2]

I film my videos on gopro 9 & 11. Thanks for watching

[@jrc9689]

I have been seeing only conical traps being used this season. Are box traps a no-no now in the bay?

[@ChrisPfish2]

the traps are still closed.

[@theoldsurffisher1943]

Rock pile; 1.25 hours north of BB?

[@fvRodRunner]

Crab season coming, you still recommend these Promar XL HD's? Or is there something newer/better? Gonna be my first time crabbing so there's a lot to learn, rules, spots, trap/rope sizes, rope lengths, etc. I need a whole lesson from you just to get started lol

[@ChrisPfish2]

Yes that is the best one I know of. I will be using them this year and getting more. If your going that route I have a code on there website "chrisp" which will get you 10% off.

[@Maplecook]

Woot! Woot!

[@xxkasperxx]

Was a school of fish swimming by at 3:40 or is that my tv ?! Lol

[@ChrisPfish2]

those are jelly fish. Thanks for watching

[@xxkasperxx]

@@ChrisPfish2 nice catch 👌🏾

[@liutasaephan2276]

I was wondering does you bait tank still run when you are driving? Does the bilge still suck water when the boat is being driven

[@alonsogutierrez7152]

Another entertaining educational video. Thanks Chris. Curious what you use for editing (how to edit video) and music? Thanks Chris!

[@ChrisPfish2]

Hi Alonso. The software is Wondershare Filmora. They have music on there. Music is tough. You can get license free from youtube or the editing software. You can find free unlicensed music on random websites but over time most those become copyright and you need to go back and change it out. Hope that helps, chris

[@ReelNinjafishing]

Stay Fishy

[@rrmerlin3402]

What is the weight of a 7" crab ?

[@johnbolton9957]

Around 2lbs depending on how full they are

[@ChrisPfish2]

haha that would be a fun thing to see next time! I bet close to 3 pounds?

[@josearoyo2309]

Hey great video if you ever need someone to go with you I'm down

[@josephsaeteurn9158]

do you prefer solo or with others? i feel like i would like to have 1 other person with me..not just for safety but someone to talk to..

[@minhly4058]

When was this ? Gotta be few weeks ago

[@ChrisPfish2]

right around Christmas. Thanks for watching

[@gdasilvajr]

What camera are you using?

[@ChrisPfish2]

The cameras used in this video are in the description with links. Thanks for watching

[@tycopeland7204]

Repping Corpus Christi in Cali?

[@ChrisPfish2]

Its my lucky fishing hat!

[@igotmesothelioma]

Love the videos, Would love to link up with you Chris, I just moved here from WA (PCS military) Been hitting Bodega recently. I watch your videos religiously. I'd love to go with you as a buddy boat or take you aboard. HMU man

[@jayconway2939]

Dude why stop hoist it then see what it is

[@ChrisPfish2]

not sure what you mean?

[@jonw8825]

Ill throw down for fuel and get my limit on crab! Just moved to the bay area from San Diego. No need to ride SOLO!