How to Catch LINGCOD and ROCKFISH From SHORE! (Northern California Rock Fishing)

[@OhGodisaLiar]

Nice I’ve got some white swim baits that I’ve been using on Macks. Gonna try my first ling and rock. This is by far the best and simplest tips on rocks and lings. Your video deserves 2 THUMBS UP!!

[@AX1A]

just tested your riggs and recommendations with great success- especially combining a light weight (2oz) jighead w/ white swimbaits.... caught a big rockfish the first day and a smaller one the second. Doesn't sound like much, but this is at my local spot after a literally 3 week drought!

[@ry-man4354]

This video helped me understand more about Rock fishing than any other video I've seen on the subject!☝️🇺🇲

[@mathewfoster2058]

Good job thanks. Straight to the point & clear about what I need to start rock fishing tomorrow morning. Appreciate you

[@twobears11]

thanks for the great advise, much appreciated

[@pacificfishing685]

I’m happy the advice could help you out! Thanks for commenting and watching!

[@rohitgupta3114]

That was a very informative video. No nonsense. Thanks!!

[@1STORMSVIEW]

This was a really well made video and explanation s were clear. I will put some of the tips to use this weekend in bidegay bay.

[@chavascatch]

Hey have you’ve had any luck at bodega bay?

[@robbygoing8288]

I loved your video. Thanks about to hit the beach!

[@carlhaggard3792]

That was a no nonsense straight to the point video great job

[@chavascatch]

Great video, can’t wait to get on the water and see what fish I can catch! I’ve never caught any ocean fish other than surf perch, not having a boat makes it 10 times harder 😅

[@pacificfishing685]

Boats definitely give you an advantage but there are some really good shore fishing spots out there! I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@fullsizebronco8513]

Thanks for this. Gonna be trying this type of fishing near fort bragg. Exactly what I was looking for. :)

[@zacharyborisch391]

Did you catch anything by Fort Bragg? I’m going there next week.?

[@COBALTGRUV]

Good video! Thanks.. rock on! 🤘🏻

[@nicolasauringer8295]

Great video and tutorial brother thank you

[@smk9114]

You are the best someone can be and right to the point, thank you very much for your sharing, like sub and commented.

[@pacificfishing685]

I appreciate that

[@naturalfreehuman]

great video bro!! cheers.

[@Nissenformed]

Well done video!

[@shorecasted9295]

Hey I know these spots. I grew up in Humboldt. Good stuff man, I come back every once in a while to visit family and also usually rock the swing impact fat.

[@pacificfishing685]

Oh cool!!

[@ChaseMcCain5]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Johnboooy]

Awesome video, thx for the info

[@theloudamerican2193]

Great video! Thank you. I’m headed to eureka CA from Spokane WA In early August; was hoping to hit the jetty and pull up some lingcod or rockfish, perhaps some rock crab as well.

[@pacificfishing685]

That sounds fun! Good luck!

[@theloudamerican2193]

@@pacificfishing685 had my buddies watch your video too! We’re river salmon guys; this is definitely a departure for us! Best wishes, and thanks again for sharing your experience!

[@marcol3756]

Ever try Texas rig for less snags? Also do you think silver flash is good for keitechs it’s like a mix between green pumpkin and silver?

[@pacificfishing685]

I have tried Texas rig and It is really nice not getting snagged but I just haven't caught the same number of fish that I have with a jighead. I think that color would be great most likelybut some days you have to try a few different colors until you find the one they like. Thanks for watching and commenting!!!

[@jamesfranco9315]

Great informative video! Any recommendations for shore fishing spots in Fort Bragg?

[@pacificfishing685]

I’ve only fished further north

[@josephterrell8287]

Good video 💪🏼

[@andrewscott3184]

Clearlake tourney guy was using a clear swimbait. After dragging the bait thru the weeds it would stain greenish and that's what the bass wanted. White kitech looked stained. good shit

[@paxtonfishing7329]

Landon! We have to go fishing with Sam and Daniel some time!

[@pacificfishing685]

Definitely!

[@edquier40]

Stellar presentation! You are hereby nominated to Instructor status at the prestigious Rod Buster Fishing Academy, Humboldt Bay Campus! Keep up the "Great Work" Thanks for sharing!

[@pacificfishing685]

Thanks for commenting and the continuous support!!!

[@ju2067]

much appreciated!

[@bcoutdooradventures8640]

What do you say a 3 ounce P line laser Minnow Would be good?

[@pacificfishing685]

That would probably be perfect. Just make sure you keep it right above the bottom so you don’t get snagged.

[@bcoutdooradventures8640]

@@pacificfishing685 thanks for the advice! After watching this video I caught 2 rockfish on the laser minnow

[@pacificfishing685]

Awesome! I’m glad it helped!

[@twopassionsfishing386]

👍👍great video friend

[@pacificfishing685]

Thanks Glad you enjoyed!

[@trout0157]

What do think about using old school rods and reels instead of all that Gucci Chinese stuff made today?

[@hemay823]

Do you know if you can catch rockfish near Vancouver Canada?

[@pacificfishing685]

Yes you definitely can. Check up with your local regulations.

[@bowdengodfrey1789]

hey man when you say "small casting reel," how small are you talking? Will my two daiwa exceler 100 size bass reels work for catching lingcod off the rocks?

[@pacificfishing685]

Yeah that would definitely work as long as you have heavy line, preferably braid with at least a 20lb mono leader. You don’t need to have a big reel to catch them from shore as long as you have heavy enough line.

[@bowdengodfrey1789]

@@pacificfishing685 thanks for the reply man! that's good to know about the reels. I have a 7 foot medium heavy baitcasting rod rated up to 1 oz. I know it can handle casting heavier stuff, but I'm wondering if I should go for a longer rod like an 8 or 9 footer for horsing the fish out of the rocks. any advice?

[@pacificfishing685]

I think a 7 foot is fine. I’ve had no problem with a 6.5 foot rod. Thanks for the comment!

[@trillmoney3147]

What’s your favorite tide

[@pacificfishing685]

Low. I don't think the fish feed better at low tide, I just like being able to reach more spots safely.

[@ia6980]

Thank u

[@nicholascovi-mccarthy4432]

Great video! I only really have luck for rock fish using bait on a hi-low rig, I seem to only get snagged when using swim baits... could you explain the right way to jig the swim bait. Thanks!

[@pacificfishing685]

What I do when using swimsuits is a steady retrieve and let it drop every 10 seconds. You don't need to keep the swimbait right on the bottom because the fish will come up for the lure, not to mention that black and blue rockfish hang out in the middle of the water column. As long as you do the steady retrieve you should not get snagged as much unless there are lots of rock sticking up. But sometimes lures just don't work out and you have to resolve to bait. Thanks for commenting and watching!

[@saracleofas246]

Where are you?

[@carlosmarquez8118]

😀👍

[@pacificfishing685]

Glad you liked the video!

[@scbeachboi]

does this relate to surf perch as well? thanks for the advice.

[@pacificfishing685]

I would not count on it. Surf perch is a whole different fishery and there is a whole new set of techniques that will help you become a successful surf perch angler. If you are interested in perch fishing check out a perch video I made a few months back. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4LdaYJjaah-ZpI Thanks for watching and commenting! I'm glad you found the information helpful.

[@CATCHFISHORDIETRYIN]

I believe kelp greenlings have to be 12" & over to keep.

[@pacificfishing685]

Yea I meant 12 inches not sure why I said 14 thanks for catching me!