How To Catch Inshore Saltwater Fish Fast (Without A Trolling Motor)

Do you want to see a quick and easy way to catch a bunch of inshore saltwater fish (like speckled trout, redfish, flounder, jack, spanish mackerel, etc)?
The great news is that even if your boat doesn’t have a trolling motor, you can still catch loads of fish.
Luke and I recently went out on a Freedom Boat Club boat (Freedom Boat Club of Tampa Bay) that had no trolling motor or Power-Pole and set out to get a ton of tight lines.
We were fishing in a new area during some of the toughest fish-catching conditions, but we still had a really fun day and caught lots of fish and several different species in this short 30-minute podcast.
First, we trolled around until we found a good spot, then we turned off the motor and started loading up on trout!
The best news is you can do it, too, and we’ll show you exactly how to in this video.
You’ll learn:
- The best types of spots to get a ton of tight lines
- Which lures to use that nearly every species can’t resist
- What the worst conditions are if you want to catch fish (this might surprise you!)
- Which is more helpful for catching fish-a trolling motor or a Power-Pole
- And much more!
This type of fishing is a great way to get a lot of action for kids or other people who haven’t fished much, while you’re waiting for the tide to turn, or even if you just want to get a lot of tight lines.
Have any questions about this style of fishing?
Let us know in the comments below.
To see some of the other videos mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes here: bit.ly/3bJSC4Z
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[@TeamHardLife]

That's pretty cool to do that nice working together to get soem vids and fish on deck...

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@randygoldizen]

Thanks for this video! I love all of your stuff - you guys have helped me catch more fish (I'm a member, just FYI), but I do belong to a boat club out of Ruskin (shout out to Little Harbor Watersports), and my challenge has been operating without a trolling motor and Power Pole on the flats. This technique makes so much sense to me. I'm now even more excited to hit the water this weekend! Thanks, fellers!

[@Mintenkdrawing]

great catch

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for making time to leave the nice comment!

[@mikediaczyk762]

The action of your rods seem kind of slow. Try moderate action or a faster action rod like a worm rod. Try a gold colored paddle tail with sparkles in it. Keep the rods pointed up if you can. Pause for one second after getting a bite.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback! Noted!

[@michaelo.859]

How important is chumming? I see you guys didn't really talk about it. Is chumming only used when you're staying in place?

[@Saltstrong]

normally so, yes. 💪

[@timothyroche6445]

troll johnson spoon ? ? will the unique wobble draw strikes ? a video please

[@Saltstrong]

Which one of the Johnson spoons do you like? Here's a video we did on their weedless spoon: www.saltstrong.com/articles/weedless-spoon-fishing/

[@robertbiermann4666]

They work good for Mackerel trolling, use a steel leader or you will lose your lure. I catch more on soft plastics while trolling for spotted trout.

[@Saltstrong]

@@robertbiermann4666 Thanks for sharing the helpful tips.

[@bontonroulet1851]

Why can’t freedom get trolling motors??? C’mon

[@mikediaczyk762]

There also is a lot that can be done trolling bigger paddle tails on heavier jig heads deeper. 15 to 20 feet of water. On a heavy rod locked down.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the tip!

[@MD-eo2wy]

best rod for the money?

[@agentguerry]

so what speed was this trolling and avg depth was this at?

[@working2bselfsufficient724]

Idle speed approx 2-5 mph, depth 2'-6'.

[@kalebsharp8450]

For inshore fishing do y’all recommend a 7 or 7’6” rod?

[@vnicknguyen]

I would go 7'6" rod for the extra casting distance from land / boat. If kayak fishing I personally go with 7' rods

[@Saltstrong]

We use 7'6" rods most of the time when inshore fishing.

[@robertbiermann4666]

7’6” FYI, Salt strong has good rod reviews to help you match equipment properly.

[@danielstarr9037]

My old team leader is from Winterhaven

[@Riverplacedad1]

Wish Freedom had some boat clubs in salt water locations in Texas like Corpus Christi. I enjoy Lake Travis/ Lake Austin but the fishing is lousy

[@jacknewman45]

As a member, I can tell you they do not have any boats with trolling motors. They had so many issues they just removed them from the 17ft Key West's .

[@Saltstrong]

Which location are you a member of?

[@dbpanama4891]

y a w n 25 SECONDS OF INFO CRAMMED INTO 35 MINS

[@dennisritchie965]

6ft apart I see here good job fellas for setting examples!

[@Saltstrong]

This was filmed in Feb before hardly anyone knew about the virus. That's why we mentioned winter fishing multiple times in the video. We should have clarified that in the video.

[@dennisritchie965]

@@Saltstrong I hope so. Next time make it clear. Because people aren't following the rules.

[@SaltySeaCaptain]

Dude dont be a covid nazi it's annoying and you sound like a child

[@memohernandez2088]

Lo l

[@davecfishing7907]

going too fast lol

[@Saltstrong]

True

[@fruiz1204]

I don't even have a boat that's why I target inshore fish so skipping to the next video on this long stay at home order..

[@tinoslaponi8514]

Get to the point faster

[@JDavidScarborough]

Not setting good example by not wearing life jackets, especially while standing on the stern of the boat like they are. Several times they lost their balance, all it takes is one slip.

[@jetpipe28]

David Scarborough thanks dad

[@firstcatchfishing2778]

Relax there in 2 feet of water

[@SaltySeaCaptain]

You need to grow a pair dude