How to pump lugworm 101

[@kevinmulligan5090]

This is the absolute best description on youtube of how to do it.. good man much appreciated you take the time your a good teacher keep it up.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thank you so much Kevin, just great to help others get out to fish. Tight lines Brother 👍😁

[@tomjenkinson8958]

@@Billyfishing_watch lve ordered the long one.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Nice👍👌

[@Itsnotsafeandeffective]

Best explanation I've seen. I've been pumping and digging for years

[@Billyfishing_watch]

The uncertainty of pumping and digging really puts a lot of beginners off! I hope this will help others understand the unpredictable nature of digging and pumping sometimes! Thanks Brother, much appreciated 😁 👌

[@jimmycburfield5997]

Very interesting and highly informative. I have fished and dug lug since 1985. Didn’t even know they had Gills! Fine video Thanks

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, glad to help out 😁👌

[@benmaverick9875]

man it took me ages to finally find a video that took the time to explain and do it properly. thank you Billyfishing your a legend.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

It's nice to be able to share, Ben! Glad you liked it brother, thanks 😁👌

[@deanbuckwell7208]

My wife bought me a bait pump back in 1998 (never been used) every time I go collecting I always reach for the fork. This is without doubt the best bait pump "how to" on youtube. I'm not going digging anymore I'm going pumping, Watch out Sligo bay here I come! 😁

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bud. It's just a matter of a little practice, may your buckets overflow with lugworm. Thanks Brother 😁👌

[@deanbuckwell7208]

Thanks I'll be trying your frozen blow lug method too. @@Billyfishing_watch

[@cookingbynumbers123]

Thanks Billyfishing. You are the only one I have found who has taken the time to explain how to set the pump up and given the information needed to avoid days of effort and very painful blisters. Sometimes I can get 10 worms out of ten, sometimes not one out of 100. Now I know why. Top man!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

That it exactly, and it not just pumping. Digging is the same. So the common denominator was tide and weather. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@richardpowell9238]

Awesome video again Billy, best advice I've seen. I have a pump I brought years ago but never had any luck but now I want to give it another go thank you

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Take your time and don't rush! You'll figure it out. Thanks Brother 😁👌

[@aprilforth1374]

This video is so good my biology prof recommended it to the class today and posted a link for the whole class. Its so cool to see their burrows. I want to go catch lugworms now.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks you so bud, what part of the world are you in?👍😁

[@Be-lucky-my-friend]

Billy, by far the most comprehensive explanation of pumping worm. Thanks so very much for your excellent work.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

No probs Mr Lucky, thanks Brother 👍😁👌

[@larrylad44larry5]

This is excellent…..you have put together the best video for lug pumping … well done

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Larry, glad you liked it. Thanks Brother 👍😁👌

[@derekthoirn3355]

Absolute magic, as stated by others best video on KZbin on how and what conditions to pump for blow worm, well done sir.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Derek, glad you liked it. Thanks Brother, see you on the beach 👍😁

[@theteadrinker-143]

Thanks Billy , didn’t have a clue how to do it , subscribed 👍🏻

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, much appreciated 😁👌

[@kelloekayaker]

Hi Billy, bought myself a pump and getting better every trip. Id say its paid for itself already. Perseverance definitlely pays off. Thanks again.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Glad to help bud. It the best feeling, when you are catching on your own bait and rigs, isn't it! Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@CHOPPA78]

Best turorial on you tube that ive seen nice one mate thanks

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Anytime brother, glad you liked it 😁👌

[@MatthewSmith-dy6we]

That video was perfect mate, really informative, clearly explained, friendly. Perfect. Just wanted to say great video.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Glad you liked it! Matthew. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@johannsikora3181]

Cheers Billy, A great lesson in the art of pumping lug. looking forward to putting it into practice.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bud. Glad you liked it, and hope it helps. Thanks bud 😁👌

[@malinhead8468]

Best video by far on bait pumping.Explained and shown in an easy way to follow.👍👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Head, glad you liked it brother. Fish on👍

[@justtinkering6054]

I live in Indiana. I can count on one hand the number of times I've been to the ocean. I still find this video very interesting. Keep up the great work!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Glad you enjoyed the videos, thanks Brother. All the best, out in Indiana👍😁

[@240-s9o]

Irrelevant comment 😂

[@tonymorrissey9637]

Brilliant video. The best lugworm pumping video I've found and watched on KZbin. Cant wait to see how you freeze the blow lug. This is something i really struggle with - keeping the lugworm in good condition and not wasting them. Thanks for this vid its very very informative 👍👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, in Norway now so freezing lug will come later 😁👍

[@allentopp3278]

Same as the best fishing channel ive ce across with excellent advice & hacks..tails for lug 👌👌👊 billyfishing can u tell me how to freeze the lug plz as im going pumping today

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@allentopp3278 soon Allen , that vid is on its way, thanks Brother 👍😁

[@allentopp3278]

@@Billyfishing_watch cheers bro...no other channel getting watched apart from urs lol...been waiting so long to find a guy with so much awsome help.hints n tips,,ph and good crack to lol..keep up the awsome work bro

[@TheRealGrandadNo1]

Superb video! Great photography, explanation and demonstration. Thank you for posting.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Realgrand, glad you liked it. I have a video on how to freeze the worms just follow the link. Thanks buddy 👍😁

[@Billyfishing_watch]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3rEo55nfLxsfc0

[@mattwebster7266]

I bought a pump over 20 years ago and i only ever got a couple of worms with it and then gave up and went back to the fork. To be honest I didn't really know how to use it. I saw people using fairy liquid for their pumps to help with suction. I will now pass my pump onto my son and show him this great vid. Thanks for posting. 😃👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Matt, glad you liked it. When you give the pump to your son, make sure he uses olive oil. Not that poisonous washing up liquid. Thanks Brother, see you on the beach 😁👌

[@mattwebster7266]

@Billyfishing_watch Olive oil ? I never would have thought it. I certainly will Billy. Thanks again for your help. 😊

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Nice 👌

[@darrenjoseph467]

Brilliant watch. I bought the same pump as you and never used it. I'm going to give it a go on Sunday using all the tips in the video. Thanks👍🎣🎣

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Darren, and good luck. Hope it helps out. have a look at my play list, lots of good stuff on there. Fish on Brother 👍😁👌

[@gavinj6800]

Was contemplating a pump. Having watched your video i think i will. Thanks for the great how to demonstration .👏

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Any time Sony, fish on 👍😁

[@mysabahTV]

I don't know what lugworm is, but I enjoyed watching your video. Is lugworm used as a fishing bait or it's edible?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi. They are for fishing! Glad you liked the video. Thanks bud😁👌

[@mysabahTV]

@@Billyfishing_watch Thank you too for the answer!

[@PeaP6929]

Best vid on pumping worm I've seen ....thanks for sharing and the sound advice 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks brother, hope it helps out. Fish on Brother 👍😁

[@rabbitleader2307]

Excellent! Greatly appreciated, cheers.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Anytime, thanks Brother 😁👌

[@cliveodriscoll2116]

Thanks very much, just paid for my first pump and this video was really welcome, I can't wait to get it and start what you showed :)

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Any time Brother, if you have any questions just ask, fish on Clive👍😁

[@CornishFishingTales-dc4rw]

great video mate !!!! you have a brilliant manner for how to videos you explain things very clearly and have good knowledge of the subject , I just ordered a pump and this video will be watched a few times 👌tight lines bro💪

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Glad you liked it, and hope you pump lots of bait . Thanks Brother 😁👌

[@kelloekayaker]

Cracking video Billy. I was always told you can't pump blow lug but you shattered that myth. Cheers,I'm off out next decent tide to try it out.thanks fella.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks buddy, I was told the same thing, but small minded people, have to buy bait. Fish on brother 👍😁

[@keithgribble5766]

Great video Billy excellent tutorial. Think I have been going too deep into the burrow on the first try. Will definitely try your way. Lots told me you couldnt pump blow but you have just proved them all wrong well done bud subbed

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Keith, I was told that too. But they are wrong !! On a good day, I will get 70 to 90 in 1 hour. Glad you like it, fish on Brother 👍😊👌

[@ChristopheColignon]

Hi Billy! I just bought a pump, your experience and explanations will surely help me using it correctly. Thanks for this video! Take care!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Any time Christophe, fish on 👍😁

[@robertquinn3743]

Great detailed video Billy !! clearly shows the differences between pumping for blow lug versus yellowtails and blacks. It was'nt that long ago that people insisted that you couldnt pump blow lug

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Robert, I first started pumping in 08,and it took almost a year to get right, I was told the same thing, it's not possible they said. But alot people pump blow like me almost exactly the same way, So if it works it works.thanks Brother 😊👍

[@oldbloke135]

@@Billyfishing_watch I think the reason people believed you couldn't pump blow is because they tried it at the same places where they dug them and, like you say, those places are WAY too dry. It's all about suction and it's the water that gives it! Great video.

[@paulgrimes7632]

Great video Billy, best I've seen so far I've watched, only found out about these pumps short while ago, and going to build my own pump, hopefully this weekend, Thank you 👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Paul, glad you liked it. Hope you get worms 🤣 good luck Brother 👍😁

[@purpleturkey1792]

Brilliant Billy well done Best explained video yet Cheers mate ...

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks brother, hope it helps out. 👍😁

[@johnedwards4176]

Best video i have ever watched on pumping lug

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks John, fish on 😁👌

[@ObsidianFrog]

Great lesson. Thanks very much.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Anytime brother, glad you liked it 😁👌

[@pikefisherman1978]

Amazing video, made is so easy to understand. I've got my first bait pump on ordered, I'm in North Wales, so quite a few good lug beaches.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi , the lug in the video are common lug worm . Thanks Brother, good luck 🤞😁

[@raymondbyczko]

Thank you for the video! It increasingly piques my interest to collect my own bait! Tight lines!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bud. You are in the US, NO? I have never seen them used as bait over your side, just blood worms. Hope you can find what you need, thanks Brother 👍😁

[@raymondbyczko]

@@Billyfishing_watch In Connecticut, USA, often fishing the salt water shores. I think your right. Never saw anyone getting lugworm here. I sometimes use a portable minnow trap. And weighted snag hooks for menhaden.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Lug are a great bait, they will work for mostly everything. Accept game fish 👍

[@user-uq4wt5iv8m]

Great video, very helpful, what size pump would you recommend

[@Billyfishing_watch]

32mm, thanks Brother 😁👌

[@davekemp9193]

The best video ive seen on this subject,tried it the other day & done ok,saves my crappy back no end👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Dave. I have been harvester my own since I was 13, and always wondered why why if I did well one day and the next day doing the same thing did badly why this was. So I sat down and thought long and hard and this was my conclusion. Glad you liked it, thanks Brother 👍😁👌

[@kevsmith7383]

great video, very helpful as ive bought a pump to have ago,,cheers

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Glad to help, Kev. If you have any questions just ask, thanks Brother 👍😁

[@darren_adv]

Great tutorial Billy. A lot of prep and info. Fair play. Subscribed.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Darren, glad you found it helpful. thanks Brother 👍😁

[@leonardofanucci5183]

Excellent video, perfect level of detail. Would you recommend the alvey pump?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Leonardo. Yes I would, that is the pump in the video. The 35mm. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@leonardofanucci5183]

@@Billyfishing_watch Thanks for the reply! Someone has offered me a used one for 40 euro, but it's actually 50mm. Do you think it would still be worth picking up?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

I started with the 50mm, they work to. But €40 is to much for a second-hand outdated pump. The old pumps are short, and not nice to use. I think for 10 or 20 Euros more, you will get a much better pump.👍

[@PRN-Life]

The baitpumps actually work ! I built my own pump and did my second try today and caught an easy 30something :) fishin in the morning . Great tutorial this Here !

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Paul. Glad you liked it, it feels good to be in the middle of it all. Making the tools, and harvesting the bait. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@pugmahone9439]

Excellent video , thanks for taking the time to explain this 👍🙏

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks, Kiss my ass. 🤣👌 Glad you liked it brother, fish on👍😁👌

[@Dreancaidi]

Do you rinse the pump afterwards and what other maintenance is needed like the valve replacement etc.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Yes! Of course you rinse the pump, and you can buy or make the rubber washers for the pump. Thanks brother 👍

[@cmobilaah]

Great video Billy!!! So much information!! Any advice on the best diameter of pump to use??

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Conor, any pump with an ID, of 32- 35 will do the job. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@cmobilaah]

@@Billyfishing_watch thanks a million for the reply!! Keep the vids coming!! I loved the hake one!!! I think I've watched it a few times now!!

[@cmobilaah]

I also meant to ask you what oil you use for lubricating the pump!! I'm half thinking of making my own pump because I've a length of stainless tube out in my shed and I love doing a bit of tinkering!! Much love brother!!🤟

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@cmobilaah Hi. any type of cooking oil will work, or even water. Thanks Brother

[@seanacai]

Fantastic video, thank you for so much valuable information. Could you do a video on salting and freezing the lugs? Tried freezing them before with little success as they were very fragile then I defrosted them

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, glad you liked it 😁 as it goes I have that video right here, just follow the link 😁👌

[@Billyfishing_watch]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3rEo55nfLxsfc0

[@seanacai]

@@Billyfishing_watch many many thanks Billy, I'm delighted to have found your channel 🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@seanacai thanks Brother 😁👌

[@The_Legion_of_Fire_Ants]

Nice one, best instructional video i have seen for Lug in a long time :D

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks bud, glad you liked it 😁👌

[@The_Legion_of_Fire_Ants]

@@Billyfishing_watch ​No probs, i have a great wee area for Lug, problem is there are sooo many Casts and holes close together that it is nearly impossibe to tell which hole belongs to what castings, we follow the tide out and can see the new casts being made :D

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@The_Legion_of_Fire_Ants you will get better at singling out what, what.👍

[@mattcurrie6715]

Another great video billy great size lug worm up your way looking to the next video 🎣see you on the beach 😊

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Matt, fish on Brother 👍😊

[@SAMMY12329]

Hi watch all your videos, most enjoyable. What size and manufacturers pump do you recommend.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Chris, not sure what make the pump is, but the long ones are best. Not so hard on thee back, and the I.d is 35mm. I would not go any smaller than that. Hope this helps. Thanks Brother 👍😊

[@barryfox76]

Great video Billy 👍, this has to be the best pumping lug tutorial video I've ever seen 👌👍👏👏👏

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Much thanks Barry, it's hard work getting so much info into a vid that size, and it manes alot to me, that you and other angler's find of some help. Thanks again Brother 👍😊

[@barryfox76]

@@Billyfishing_watch I've picked up so many good tips from your video, as you made easy to follow👌. What diameter size pump do you use ? 👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@barryfox76 Hi Barry, the i.d of the pump is 30mm and it's 95cm long, I don't know if the slimer pumps, 22,23 mm are any good for blow lug, but the 30mm works fine.👍👍

[@barryfox76]

@@Billyfishing_watch thanks, I've just bought a 22mm one. I was told the thinner diameter was the easiest to use. 👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@barryfox76 No worries ,I am sure it works the same 👍😊

[@dominator216]

Brilliant video was wondering if you could pump for them saves my back with a dam fork. Where do you get pump?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bud. You can find them on the internet, just search lugworm pump. Or bait pump. Thanks Brother 😁👌

[@metamera]

Really good and informative. Thanks.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Mårten, glad you like it Brother 👍😁👌

[@MrTerryclayton]

Hi Billy great content very natural delivery, can you tell me, if I pump worm to use the same day should I gut them? If I want to keep them for a few days, should I gut them? I know to gut them if salting. Thanks 👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Terry. I freeze them all, I have a video I will share the link. They fish better than fresh worms. Thanks Brother 😁👌

[@Billyfishing_watch]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3rEo55nfLxsfc0

[@Cosmonaut75]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks Matt. Fish on Brother 👍😁

[@stephenbrown783]

Excellent Billy have been trying to get the hang off pumping for about 3 years now. Even broke 2 pumps. So I made one myself first time out got 2 🪱worms in 2 pumps then back to normal 10 in a hour. Hope to go out tomorrow a have another go. I will get there in the end. Thanks for for your tips. Steve

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, hope it helps you out.I have made that vid 3 time, now I'm happy with it. good luck with the pumping 😊😊👍

[@stephenbrown783]

@@Billyfishing_watch hi Billy Just got back from pumping lug. Yes my best day 40 in total did spend a hour trying for blacks but tide didn't go out enough so tried the big blow lug around pools of water started to get a few then none so slowly tuned in so I am happy 😀👍😄 thanks to your expert tuition thank mate . Steve

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Fantastic Steve, get in there, great stuff Brother. Keep it up and you'll be getting 60 or more an hour 👍👍👌👊😁

[@bobbysilver272]

An excellent explanation. Thank you.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, glad you like it 👍😁👌

[@JM-eh2ch]

Great video. Which pump would you recommend buying?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi. Glad you liked it, as pumps go they are all pretty much the same. But I would go for a stainless steel pump, with an ID of 30 mm. And the longest one you can get! Thanks Brother 👌

[@JM-eh2ch]

Thanks bro I appreciate it

[@michaelcaffery5038]

I never knew such a thing existed. Useful information about the worms habits too. I should get one because I'm too old for digging many. Nice one!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Michael, Glad you liked it. There are so many strange creatures that live at the low tide Mark, I love collecting my own bait. It makes fishing more fun. Thanks Brother 👍😁👌

[@mananddog9884]

Great video, what lubricant do you use? And can you follow tide down to low and pump or just on the flood? Thanks

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bud, yes you can. It always takes a little time to get the pump working right. I but I stay where the sand is wettest. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@mananddog9884]

@@Billyfishing_watch thanks, what oil do you use with the pump?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Olive oil or any plant based oil😁👌

[@mananddog9884]

@@Billyfishing_watch is that because it’s better for the environment or another reason why you don’t use fairy liquid or maintenance lube? Thanks

[@muckingfuddled9762]

@@Billyfishing_watch how often do you have to lube the pump.

[@mickward8188]

Alright auld bean, amazing again ! Can I ask you what size of bait pump is best 22mm 28mm 50mm cheers brother

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Mick. It's a 28mm, thanks Brother 😁👌

[@mickward8188]

@@Billyfishing_watch thanks Brother much appreciated 😄👍

[@nigelsouthon3590]

Hi Billy. Awesome video, very informative and helpful. Unfortunately I got sepsis and nearly died so I wont be fishing again until probably the cod season so I'm going to try and put into practice what you were saying many thanks. I really enjoy watching your video's as I learn a lot from them eg pendulum casting I was learning to pendulum cast and I was on Eastbourne beach and I had a lead fly off course down the beach parallel with the sea and a family with 2 young children happened to be walking along so I never did it again. I did however cast off the ground ok but haven't done any sea fishing for nearly 20 years but I plan to get back into it after replacing my tackle as I had most of it stolen twice.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Nigel, glad you like it. And hope the helps you out, thanks Brother 👍😁

[@cbrider726]

@Billyfishing Who supplies pumps in Ireland ???? Great stream buddy thanks 👍👍👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bud. Glad you liked it, got the pump from VMO. Thanks Brother 😁👌

[@Fuel_my_Passion]

Great info, brilliantly delivered (as per normal) Given you a sub 👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, much appreciated. See you on the beach 😁👌

[@davejones6488]

Great video. Really informative. Thank you!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Any time Dave, and thank you Brother 👍😁

[@davidphillips2259]

A Big hand for Billy , best video about a pump 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻I was doing it wrong 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi David, you are welcome Brother. Fish on 👍😁

[@keegy1965]

Brilliant video Billy,wish i had one of these forty years ago.Billy would you have any suggestion of what fishing gear for beginers as I can't fly fish anymore.Thanks Kev.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Kevin. Sorry Brother, but I don't fly fish. But thanks for asking, fish on 👍😁

[@keegy1965]

@@Billyfishing_watch No Billy i meant for beach fishing,i use to fly fish

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@keegy1965 Hi Kevin, I would recommend a three-piece continental rod. The reeI, I would use a 7 or 8000 fixed spool with a long cast spool loaded with 20lb 8 strand braid and 4 strand 100lb leader. 👍

[@andrewnewton-e3o]

what diameter is your pump i have seen 22mm 30mm 50mm.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

32mm, but that is really not important. The length of the pump is what you should focus on, the longer ones make your life easier. After many hours you're back feels the pain 👌

[@bigyjeep]

Great video Billy, what make of pump is that

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bigy, the pump is a Alvey, 3.5mm, had it for 10 years or so. Very well made, great for beginners and probably best for blow lug any way, the thinner one are not so good for this, thanks Brother 👍😊

[@Jimmyfisher121]

Thank you Billy that does help me a lot, good video.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

No probs Jim, glad you like it Brother 👍😁

[@shadowwolf8324]

Love this method... It is how I get clams .Now I will use it for other baits as well ...Thank you this idea!!! HAPPY FISHING!!!!!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Any time Shadow wolf👍😁👌

[@shawtop]

Explained really well. Cheers pal

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@shawtop]

Welcome mate. Can you pump lugworm on any beach

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@shawtop just as long as the sand is wet, and there's not to many stones👍

[@johndixon7381]

Loved the Video Billy keep It up 👍👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

I will John, thanks Brother 👍😁

[@leeholman5693]

Cracking video especially about if sand is to dry

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks lee, glad you liked it Brother 😁👌

[@user-ze4fc2gx3q]

Very interesting never pumped before use to dig my own when i was younger. Its easier to bye them now.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

There is nothing in this world for free, not even learning a new skill! But the satisfaction is priceless. And apart from the money you save, you get exercise and a day out of the beach at the same time. Thanks Brother 😁👌

[@user-ze4fc2gx3q]

@Billyfishing_watch I couldn't agree more.but I had heart surgery so iam pritty much restricted has what I can do.tight lines .🪱🪱🐟🐟

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Well, I hope you feel up to it someday 🤞

[@baarzenmepper57]

Hello Billy the lugworm is that the same as what we call here in the Netherlands and French tap

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Willem, in Europe there are mainly two types of w worm, one is large and has a single hole and the other one has two holes, one with a cast and one without. the worms in the video are the worms with two holes hope this helps you out. Fish on 👍😁👌

[@baarzenmepper57]

@@Billyfishing_watch I have now found out what we call French tap here in the Netherlands is black worm with you I think if you have never used a pump to collect your bait then the diameter of the pump is also important because I assume that you need to gain experience pumping your worms i saw in other videos here about pumps with a diameter 5cm i assume the bigger the diameter the easier it is in the beginning

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Yes easier to learn with but the other pump is more effective, once you get the hang of its 👍

[@baarzenmepper57]

@@Billyfishing_watch ok thanks for your text and explanation

[@stuartwebster9410]

what a lovely helpful chap..

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Any time buddy 👍😁

[@Oskarius84]

Thanks for posting this awesome video. Just wondering if this works in shallow water. I live in Sweden and we dont get tide like u guys. But we got lots of beaches with shallow waters. A couple of days ago I saw several signs of lug worms so Im curious if your technique would work. Cheers

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi. it's funny that you should ask, because that is why I started using the pump in the first place. The tide didn't go out very much a where I was. most of time it was just shallow water, and answer to your question yes it does work in shallow water. just use exactly the same technique it takes a little bit longer because you have to wait for the sand to settle before you can see the worms sometimes. Hope it works out for you see you on the beach 👍😁

[@Oskarius84]

@@Billyfishing_watch haha oh I see. Well then I'll try your method. It seems like Lugworm's option nummer one when trying to catch flatfish. Were gonna try to go after Plaice and Halibut. Thanks for the answer and for taking the time making these awesome videos😃

[@cornishplanthunters4768]

i sit possible to make a pump as cant afford to buy ...or is it too much hassle / difficult cheers

[@Billyfishing_watch]

No, alot of people make there own pumps. I think you can find it on the tube. Thanks buddy 👍😁

[@ulsterrich4213]

Brilliant video mate well explained 👍

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks buddy, hope you get worms 👍🤣👌

[@tomjenkinson8958]

What size nut do you use on your Alvey pump please Billy?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Tom. Sorry, but me and the pump are not in the the same country right now. If you take the pull bar with you to the hardware shop, help you out. The nut was a stainless steel nylon locking nut. Hope this helps out. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@tomjenkinson8958]

@@Billyfishing_watch Are you back in Norway

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Some where new maybe🤫

[@steedwards-th2tg]

Excellent video Thankyou very much, I am off to the beach now.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Good luck, Ste. If you have any questions, just ask. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@fearghalmorrissey2601]

Great video Buddy...Thanks for sharing

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Brother, glad you liked it 😁👌

[@baldchapfishing9215]

Hi mate what type of oil do you use on your pump

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi bud, I use ecological cooking oil. They all work olive, oil rapeseed, oil sunflower oil. But even a bottle of salt water will work. 👍

[@baldchapfishing9215]

Thanks for the reply .the reason I was asking I normally use washing-up liquid but when I seen you with that little bottle I thought that’s neat to carry

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@baldchapfishing9215 I don't know why people use it. I tried it once , never again. All you need is some type of lubricant, in a small bottle. Think of the environment, that's what I say. 👍

[@senojekim579]

I have always dug mine with a spade, Must get a pump, thanks for the video.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Thanks Michael, if you fish alot, it's hard to dig anogth worm's and have energy to fish as well. Tight lines Brother 👍😁

[@lukieboy549]

Great Vid Billy Thanks

[@Billyfishing_watch]

No probs Brother 👍😁👌

[@ErikDeMann]

Subbed. Excellent video, thanks, Billy, and greetings from Denmark.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Erik, and thank you . Where and what do you like to fish for ? 😁👍

[@ErikDeMann]

@@Billyfishing_watch Hi Billy, mainly from the westcoast of Jutland and the fjords. As far as species goes, turbot and the other flatties, and seatrouts in the fjords. Unofficially, I'm good with anything with a good size. :)

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Have a look at my flat fish vids, you might look familiar 😄👍

[@tonymorrissey9637]

By the way is there a particular type of bait pump you use?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

No , they all work, but a long one , makes it easier, 35mm is a good size for a beginner 👍👌😁

[@21hazbo]

alvey bait pumps are the best to buy off the shelf with best suction unless you can make your own custom pump

[@trampster7306]

Very interesting Billy - thanks!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Sometimes it's good to have worms 🤣😂😁👍, thanks Brother 😊

[@fordy112420]

Going getting some lugworm weekend using a fork, am I right in thinking if the worm is damaged it will be no good for bait? Great video BTW.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Tommy. No! , Just gut the worm. And it will keep, for a few days or the same day unguarded. Thanks Brother 👍😁👌

[@christickner2897]

Billy, just wondering, what diameter pump do you use?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Chris, it's a 35mm pump. I got that one from Veals👍👌

[@oldmanriver1057]

Question where are these worms located and is there another name for them?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi, you'll find them at low tide in this land. In Europe and many other countries. They have many names, throughout many countries where you find them. But in English they're just called lugworm. They also have a Latin name but it's not really used.

[@wingmasterjimmy6724]

Very interesting,Im a beginner.I see this is more estuary mud than traditional sandy beach which is where I go.I was more successful in summer not great more luck than skill.!Why was I struggling to locate them today ?it was ebb tide and casts but I dont see many blow holes why is this?Im going to adjust my pump and see if I can improve the suction-its a Flashmer pump and Its all there was at the time.,really frustrating!!!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

There many things to take into account. 1, are they blow lug. 2 is the sand wet enough,3 are you just killing them, ie, get bits of worms, pump more slowly. Hold the suction in the pump and lift at the same time, hope this helps, brother 👍😁

[@wingmasterjimmy6724]

@@Billyfishing_watch yes blow lug I believe and the sand is wet enough but yes,I did get tails and bits of guts etc,not very time but regular enough

[@wingmasterjimmy6724]

@@Billyfishing_watch Thanks Ill persevere with it and Merry Xmas !

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@wingmasterjimmy6724 I think pumping more slowly and hold the sucktion and lift at the same time, I show the method in the vid👍👌

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@wingmasterjimmy6724 and you to bud 👍😁

[@thelastusernameleft1]

Great video Billy, any chance of a tutorial on how to freeze/preserve the blow lug...I've heard people say blow lug won't freeze as well as black lug. Great channel, keep up the good work!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

No probs Kieran, but it's going to be a few months, all good things come to those who wait. Thanks Brother 😊👍

[@wanderingminstrel1768]

I found years ago that blow lug with thin skin didn't freeze well. Skin was too thin. However, the blow lug that were black froze very well. They need to dry off on newspaper, wrap them like black lug and freeze. Make sure they are air tight so they don't get freezer burn. I used to use regular gutted blow lug like this... Gut, spread on a couple of layers of newspaper, fold them into a parcel. , Leave them in a cold fridge.. They'll last a week and go off just enough to be a bit sticky....always caught on them.

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@wanderingminstrel1768 Thanks Brother , there is a way to freeze them all, I will do a vid on it some time , thanks again 👍😊

[@wanderingminstrel1768]

@@Billyfishing_watch no probs pal, keep up the good work on the channel 👍

[@burakc9673]

Absolutely amazing tutorial very detailed and the explanation was perfect! But I must ask what are these used for as far as bait?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Just as I said in the last comment, general fishing. flatfish, cod, waiting, ect. Thanks Brother 👍😁

[@burakc9673]

@@Billyfishing_watch i appreciate the answer sir!

[@Billyfishing_watch]

@@burakc9673 no probs 👍

[@wanderingminstrel1768]

Not sure if you've answered this but did you buy or make your pump?

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi , I got the pump from Veals , it's the 32mm , the long slim pump they call it .hope the info helps 😁👍

[@wanderingminstrel1768]

@@Billyfishing_watch Thanks, used to do a bit of pumping for blacks a few years ago. I got some friends to bring me over a pump from the UK. Cheers, I'll check out the Veals one so. 👍

[@bodgemiester886]

hey bud bit off subject what strand braid would you use on a fixed spool cheers mate

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Hi Buddy, 8 strand is the best. But if you tackle is not refined enough, and you are get wind knots. Then 4 strand is for you, thanks Brother 😁👌

[@tomjenkinson8958]

What diameter is the pump Billy

[@Billyfishing_watch]

It's a 35 mm pump, Tom👍😁

[@tomjenkinson8958]

@@Billyfishing_watch a Alvey is it better than 50mm for blow lug l have a 50

[@Billyfishing_watch]

They work too, there just little short. 👍

[@VladPuking]

Brilliant video - thanks

[@Billyfishing_watch]

Anytime Alastair, thanks Brother 👍😁