How to Catch Rockfish Using Artificial Lures

This video shares the tackle and techniques you'll need to catch shallow water rockfish using jigs and soft plastic baits.

[@TheReefRobber]

I love fishing rock fishing! New sub here from Oregon.

[@castandspear]

No BS and straight to the point! Your vids rock Erik

[@DudefishhTV]

Awesome video man, super helpful. I hope to get on my first rock fish soon.

[@GettingBentWithBo]

Have you got one yet? Lets go get you one when the season opens back up.

[@terenceheath]

Awesome video Erik. I have been watching's you for years and you never disappoint with useful fishing tips. Where do you usually launch for a trip to Santa Rosa? I trailer a 22 foot Duckworth boat from out of state.

[@otroflores91]

I rockfish much the same way in San Diego but little bit smaller gear. Are local rockfish and lings don't get huge. At least the ones I've caught. 5 lb red and 28 inch lingcod are my biggest catches. Favorite jig reel is my avet sxj,40lb braid fished with 25lb fluro.

[@gowrestle160]

What class/style of rod are you using for these swimbaits? I was trying to follow your tips for "popping" the 3oz head along the bottom using an inshore rod rated for 2-6oz. lures, but I don't think it was optimal. I'd like to find something that fits better.

[@ap4802]

What colors would you recommend on the 8” slug, besides the green/gold combo?

[@johnlinnborn3009]

Hey Erik, which trolling motor do you have that you spot lock? Would you recommend same for my Mako 234C?

[@eriklandesfeind7723]

I have a Minn Kota riptide. For your boat I’d 36 volt model.