How To Catch Redfish Using Z-Man Paddle Tails - Flats Class YouTube

In this Flats Class KZbin episode, Captain C.A. Richardson will be showing you step by step exactly how to catch Redfish using Z-Man Paddle Tail lures. This has been an extremely popular topic of discussion and is a technique used in a variety of different estuaries to catch Redfish. In the comments below be sure to share some of your personal favorite tips and tricks on how you target Redfish using paddle tail lures.
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[@arcstrider5728]

Finally somebody, teaches, demonstrates and explains. Thank you.

[@armandorjusino]

Not relying on one type of lure or technique, watching other anglers and learning from them plus adapting to what your fishing grounds are is a sure recipe for success, thank you for always sharing your knowledge.

[@tombrown7577]

Good video! Being a successful fisherman sometimes means listening to another successful fisherman.

[@FishiganMilligan]

I learn more from these videos than anywhere else on KZbin! One day I’m gonna head to the panhandle and catch a few with you Cap!

[@TCampbell1990]

Power fishing with paddle tails and throwing ned rigs are my two confidence strategies. Your videos reinforce that ideology. Thank you captain. Tight lines and keep up the great content

[@fishinfinaddictyttv3122]

I just want to say thank you for helping aid me in my transition to saltwater from fresh water. Your videos are fantastic

[@funkymonk36]

Excellent tip! Those new teramar xx rods look sweet

[@FrankLadd]

Nice boat!

[@joshpipes5150]

These videos are incredibly helpful, thank you C.A.

[@riverabob26]

Great tip! Thanks C.A.! Keep up the great content! Oh btw, the Eldora is sweet!

[@zlm2032]

I really like how thorough you are with each technique. Good stuff!

[@greydog7767]

good video, well presented. thanks!

[@bayouburner281]

Works good with Trout too🤙🏻

[@ej5204]

Enjoyed seeing the Eldora in action ! Really like the quick tips videos !

[@xRamZx]

In and out, in and out, so simple! I would twitch the mess out of it haha, no more!

[@ACTEN10187]

Thanks CA

[@bruce7992]

Fantastic! Learned a lot!

[@redrum776]

Awesome info. Quick question if you have a second. Do you think using a scented bait or adding scent helps much with this technique or does it work great either way? Thanks capt!

[@xRamZx]

A little stank couldn't hurt but it's still effective without

[@dillardwinters4882]

Thanks very much

[@jackdickerson2031]

I like to start with a top water bait if conditions allow it. Other wise I move to a paddle tail as a search bait. After the last few trips, I am mostly rigging weedless. I like the Idea of cast and just retrieve technique. Once fish are located, I will move a jerk if the is slowing.

[@BillDeWeese]

Yes. Great way to locate them. You can then even change it up, slow it down and work an area for more then or, jot down the characteristics of the strike location, to focus on more locations with similar characteristics. The one fun thing is, fishing like that up in the Nature Coast, you'll prolly catch four to five Trout between Redfish! Another great video breaking it down and showing the great techniques.

[@KeepingitAnalog]

I’m pretty good at “in and out”

[@jaydenpfeuffer1893]

Great vid

[@paulbaymore436]

Learned this from you…. Yup, it works!

[@quentinsmith2742]

Awesome content, that Eldora is🔥

[@Southerndrawloutfitters]

Great info!

[@emersonmatter4371]

Do more topwater episodes!!! I love those

Love the videos CA

[@tidalflatzoutdoors3516]

Hello CCA , Thanx for passing on ur many yearz of knowledge & experience ,,, So much to glean ,,, So many variables ,,,, on ‘power fishing ‘ u recommend - will this also apply wadefishing more stained water ( w some clarity of course ) on shallow ( 12” - 24” ) texas gulf midcoastal waterz where many times u have to perch urself in a dead or living reef patch to maintain urself so as not to sink two ft into creamy mudsilt ,,, wen retrieving da paddletail & u get a strike : it is a subtle take or is it a solid thump by the gamefish ? ,, Thnx A Lot CA & GB ✨🐟

[@johnkarges8829]

Often the strikes on a straight retrieved paddletail are like the fish wants to jerk the rod out of your hand, especially on redfish. For trout, it can be a more subtle thump that will make you think it’s a smaller fish. Setting the hook will show you it often isn’t, as trout do an inhalation gulp that feels small but then explodes as the gator trout it is on the hookset.

[@jeremyphillips2117]

Is it a good practice to put your fingers in the fishes gills when planning to release the fish?

[@dharlow5810]

The answer is NO. And he knows better. 😡

[@philtarbox8256]

That's the best way to use a paddle tail... straight retrieve (with maybe an occasional pause if the fish are being hesitant to commit)

[@arturocapone1699]

Love the el dora

[@Bullybredkennels2022]

Would u say zman paddle tail better then nlbn?

[@josephnix2912]

Yup..Keep it simple

[@mikeconnelly9765]

Capt CA... of all of the colors that have caught this fisherman over the years one stands out as the best.. Pearlescent... if I had to catch fish to eat that would be it.. How about you?

[@nicolaskvasnovsky]

What your thoughts on scent? I love to drown those diezel minnows in pro cure menhaden scent. What scent do you like C.A.?

[@flatsclasscharters]

Awesome Sauce from ProCure you can get it on my website captcarichardson.com

[@roughridergolf904]

How well does the red shad color for the paddle tail work?

[@charlesgurnea2004]

What rod are u using and how much for it i like the way i looked powerful

[@christenmasino7640]

Does swimming the jig work with a gulp swimming mullet?

[@flatsclasscharters]

Yes! But the Zman Elaztech has lots more action

[@jnorman975]

Why do you say no twitching/change ups on the retrieve?

[@kurtcer]

Mono or braid?

[@flatsclasscharters]

Braid... Power Pro 20lb Super Slick

[@drumsgood1952]

What happened with Falcon rods?!

[@flatsclasscharters]

We left last summer... philosophical differences that’s all

[@derekgreen1054]

Get your hands out of the gills !

[@henryschmidt636]

What Falcon model line are you using? I cannot find anything with an Eva grip but a short cork fore end in their web site. ****Never mind. I did some detective work. You are no longer a Falcon Pro. No more Falcon No more Evinrude. Been quite a year I guess.

[@ericjchastain]

There shimano teremar xx rods 7 foot medium action.