Kayak Fishing With Whales: Epic Rockfish Bite [Old Town Sportsman's PDL 120]

[@chinncannon]

How does this video not have more views? It has everything; scenery, wildlife and great fishing not to mention good pace and editing. Come on KZbin algorithm, help this guy out!

[@returnofsid]

What an awe inspiring experience that must've been. To witness the whales, all alone in the world, at eye level. Thank you for sharing what must have been such an intimate moment.

[@DanielBennett-QMDFAE]

Awesome video! I fish out of Depoe Bay Oregon for rockfish and lingcod. My 100% favorite fishery from a kayak!

[@Augie-57]

Very cool, as a kid years ago we would catch copper rock fish in the San Juan’s in the kelp beds, long before thinking a bout could conservation of fish species, hope the coppers make a come back

[@chinncannon]

Great to see you throwing some back as well.

[@Theophilus1968]

Oh man! Thanks for sharing your great adventure. I was side straddling my kayak pulling up crab pots when all the sudden I heard these loud blows and all the sudden this huge dorsal fin comes up out of the water, then another and another. A whole pod of Orcas swam right through me. I even had one swim upside down under the kayak and swim next to my leaded line. I'll never forget. The icing on the pot was full pots and a limit of keepers!

[@spiltmilt]

That's awesome!

[@chubbrock659]

I’d probably crap my pants haha!

[@saved6655]

@@spiltmilt dude are you not worried about white sharks? You got some serious cahoneys

[@tmkayakfishing8236]

Great video, love your knowledge of northwest fishery's.

[@jelly_fishing]

Awesome video of whales !!! That is very cool - nice fish- epic wildlife footage

[@randallpinkfloyd7225]

Been years for me. Many great memories catching blacks, lings, greenlings and everything else! Great video!

[@craigwright3112]

What an awesome start to you day brother! Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to live in that neck of the woods again.

[@kirkjohnson9353]

Great episode. Nice haul of beautiful fish too.

[@stingray4540]

Man, I miss fishing with the whales! Great footage at the beginning

[@macsmith2092]

Great video! Looks like a good day on the water.

[@smallieman1756]

Gotcha. Thanks! Love your videos!

[@timschwarze4842]

I got to do it out of a boat this summer, but oh how fun to see you catch them out of your kayak.

[@TMOFishing]

That looked like a blast Tyler. Great video!

[@spiltmilt]

Thanks. They seem similar to your Black Sea Bass which also look fun.

[@Kevin-ib3io]

Man that was a monster black! Love the salt video. That looked like a fun day. I recognize that spot, its a good one. I've gotten socked in by the fog there too, its spooky. Keep up the great videos!

[@Eric-gi9kg]

Couldn't agree with you anymore...if I was out there with the whales, and didn't catch anything..I'd be a happy man. What a Beautiful and Awesome sight. And then the candle on the cake...those were some Hogs.

[@spiltmilt]

Amazing experience for sure ☺️

[@Eric-gi9kg]

@@spiltmilt only time I have been close to something like that, is when I was little. San Juan Islands..parked next to a kelp bed..then have a pod of Orcas swim next to our boat. At first it scared the crap out of me...then it was like..WOW

[@danielcole8609]

Copper Rockfish are my favorite of all the rockfish we've caught them up to eight pounds in Oregon out of Depoe Bay

[@chriswebster9632]

Cleaning up! Wicked good video too. Throughout the Puget Sound I was under the impression rockfish was closed. Clearly they are abound. Another fun watch

[@spiltmilt]

This was not in the Sound

[@chriswebster9632]

Spilt Milt Productions My bad. I evidently had my mind made up that I knew where that background rock island was located. Nice vid

[@smallieman1756]

Awesome video BTW!!!

[@richardpogue4959]

Damn I’m gonna have to get me a yak. Great video looks like fun

[@terryd2634]

Sold my boat and looking to buy Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL this spring. Love your videos. You've influenced my decision to get into Kayaking.

[@spiltmilt]

That's awesome. It's a great fishing platform.

[@scottbakersb]

Another awesome video the intro was awesome cant wait for the next video

[@Bigwormgotem]

Great vid

[@MJ-he1uh]

Neah Bay has a great rockfish bite. Wasnt able to make it out there this year. I would like to try on the yak when its safe

[@asully70]

Good stuff!

[@renotimberwolf2139]

Hoping for a cooking video on those rockfish perhaps?

[@mike.j]

Nice! I had an amazing day of fishing among the whales last summer, including a visit from J Pod, and I’ll never forget it. Random request: I was thinking of trying to find some winter kokanee this year. I’ve heard that you’re unlikely to limit but you can enjoy emptier lakes, sleep in a little more, and still catch a couple. But some say you have to fish deeper and others say you have to flatline. If you have any tips, that could make for a good vid.

[@spiltmilt]

It will depend on the lake. Most lakes I am generally fishing deeper in the winter as the fish seek out optimum temperatures. Lake Chelan, Merwin, and Stevens fish well thru the winter and I ice fishing for them on several lakes.

[@JenkinsB]

Dude you were laying into them! Absolutely wild scenery, so cool!

[@vanislandsteve]

Nice 👍🏻🇨🇦

[@Redstacklefishing]

Great video!! One thing. That "Old Copper" it looks like a good sized quillback you could have kept that pig,.

[@spiltmilt]

You are right! I would of thrown it back anyways.

[@MrAcuta73]

Don't eat Greenling? O.o Would put them well above Sebastes of most types, as good as any Ling....just a wee bit smaller. Do love to eat Yellowtail and Vermilion, though. But still not as much as Greenling/Ling! Looked like a helluva lot of fun out there!

[@western-fishing]

This is definitely epic. Wow!

[@Miles-zo3cn]

I recognize the rock in the fog. Remember to bleed those cod!

[@waynehughes8616]

Your filming, editing, and music choice while documenting Whale action is of Cinematography quality. Great fighting fish! That was my experience when catching black rock fish. I counted 7 kept fish, is that the limit? Has been a long time since I last fished Rockfish, in a location where they could be kept in WA State, then the limit was 10. I know it is just me, but the sound of braided line passing through rod guides is very evident, and odd, when compared to no sound of Mono line.

[@spiltmilt]

Thank you. Limit is 7.

[@danielcole8609]

My favorite way to catch them is topwater like you do for largemouth or Smallmouth

[@spiltmilt]

I was kicking myself for not tossing some topwater lures in the tackle box.

[@danielcole8609]

@@spiltmilt just gives you another excuse to go out again and make another video right🤣

[@dougivan100]

Awesome video! The whales won't get that close to a power boat, you make me want sell my boat and get a yak.

[@stevehogan8829]

I've enjoyed your vids comparing Hobie and OldTown. I especially enjoyed your comparison of both of your old town yaks. I'm curious if you've ever considered the 120 AutoPilot, expecially for the saltwater part of your work. I've had mine for almost 4 years now and could not be happier. I had one issue with the motor and they replaced it without question. I know others that love this model for saltwater, "Elias V Fishing"for one... and myself... I'm 100% saltwater.

[@spiltmilt]

Had one and sold it Why I Got Rid of My Old Town AutoPilot 120: Better Alternatives? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZ-QZ2CfZdGKh7M

[@chrismehl9842]

You mentioned safe swell direction, what did you mean exactly?

[@cliffbolin7716]

Just got an old town autopilot and want to take it to do some fishing trips like this. Never ocean fished with a kayak. Great video. That’s a solid haul of fish to take home.

[@spiltmilt]

Congrats you'll love the AutoPilot.Its perfect for holding in current and swell.

[@Jonathan-wo6kf]

Loved this video! So cool to see the whales. I take it this was on the coast and not in the sound?

[@spiltmilt]

Yes the coast.

[@douglaswalker8563]

Great video as always. You are fishing in one of my favorite places! How did you get access? I take it you had to launch from one of the beaches along the road? I'm going to have to take my skiff up there.

[@spiltmilt]

I carted my kayak in at the abandoned resort at Snow Creek.

[@Mrpike69]

Have any plans on doing this with your autopilot? I'd love to see more sea bass videos like this!

[@spiltmilt]

I'm hoping so in the spring of 2022.

[@jimhealey8949]

Great video and instruction! I fish out of a Hobe PA 14. I noticed that your lower legs (on pants) end in what looks like an elastic band around your ankles. What is that brand/style and are they waterproof? Thanks, you're helping all of us get better!

[@spiltmilt]

That's just part of my drysuit. Kokatat Hydrus Angler.

[@asully70]

I just started kayak fishing and want to travel out in the salt. Can you recommend some dry suits? Trying to not spend an arm and a leg but it looks like that might not be possible.

[@spiltmilt]

Kokatat Supernova Angler is the one I have the most experience with. It works for me. Stohlquist Amp is another good option. I have heard things about the Gul Code Zero as well. All pretty spendy but it really depends on how much you value your life.

[@thehonfleur]

Do you sweat much in the dry suit when using your pdl?

[@spiltmilt]

Sometimes. It can get warm if I over layer. It is a breathable fabric.

[@ezbake11791]

how deep was the water where you you finding fish hitting the surface?

[@spiltmilt]

40-60'

[@troy4219]

I noticed you don't kill or bleed your fish. Can you talk about flavor and flesh condition after a day out fishing? 🎣

[@spiltmilt]

I bled these off camera. I don't put that stuff on KZbin because it may get flagged.

[@joshinoly21]

I’m thinking about going to this same area for the next 5 days. Been debating on bringing my 14’ aluminum fishing boat or my kayak. My kayak is a ascend 12t fishing kayak that does not have a pedal drive. I’ll be wearing a wetsuit and practicing all necessary safety precautions. Early morning high tides and slacks this whole week. I’m wondering what you think about the drifting aspect? Do you think I will have a hard time because of drifting and no peddle drive? Should I try a bouy anchor system? Or should I just drift and jig while hoping to not get caught up in the kelp. Thanks!

[@spiltmilt]

Inside the drift speed isn't too bad especially at slack you won't have any problem and the exchanged are mild. In this case a paddle yak is nice because you drift right over kelp.

[@joshinoly21]

@@spiltmilt , cool! Thank you! So, kelp is productive for rockfish, but for lingcod it’s better to get out over some structure yea? The closest structure is about 1/2 mile out. Which isn’t too far, but not being in a sea kayak I’m wanting to be extra cautious. Thoughts?

[@spiltmilt]

I've found good sized lings staged on the edge of kelp beds but rockfish really love the structure of kelp.

[@smallieman1756]

What are you putting your fish into behind you? Also, where are you fishing?

[@spiltmilt]

I have a catch bag behind me. I'm fishing near Neah Bay, WA

[@freshsaltyfries5078]

Nice catch! How do you like the pdl sportman vs salty pdl which is your go to?

[@spiltmilt]

It really depends on what is more important to you. If you prefer stability, space, and comfort (drier) then go with sportsmans if you want speed, agility, and wave cutting power go with the salty

[@freshsaltyfries5078]

@@spiltmilt great thank you

[@kalebsheridan9017]

Those lancer jigs worth a buy?

[@spiltmilt]

They catch fish but they are spendy and tend to get torn up quite a bit.

[@kalebsheridan9017]

@@spiltmilt Oh okay. I am going on my first trip to Neah bay in a month, and am trying to find out what lures/baits I should buy for rockfish and lingcod. Thank you for the tip!

[@z_hekk]

Fish WA app shows as closed for rock fish in the straight. Am I missing something here? Would love to go after those.

[@spiltmilt]

Area 4 is open.

[@z_hekk]

Spilt Milt Productions thank you sir! Love the channel. Do you publish your Venmo for donations?

[@nobodyimportant9127]

How well do you like that kayak? I am thinking about one myself

[@spiltmilt]

I liked the Sportsman's PDL 120. It has a lot of space, is very stable, and not too heavy. The only reason I moved on to the Salty 120 PDL is that it was a bit faster.

[@nobodyimportant9127]

@@spiltmilt thanks, love the video

[@nobodyimportant9127]

@@spiltmilt have you noticed a stability difference between the two 120 PDLs?

[@wishiniwasfishin6960]

How many Yaks do you have? good vid bud!

[@spiltmilt]

4 at the moment

[@dougivan100]

What would you consider to be the best hull design for nearshore fishing?

[@spiltmilt]

For paddle kayaks the Oceean Kayak Trident 13 is my favorite and pedal kayaks I like the Old Town Salty 120 PDL.

[@jamesberna6099]

What "straight" were you fishin in?

[@spiltmilt]

Juan de Fuca

[@davidstrowmatt4608]

How is your flag mounted behind you? Looking to do the same. Wonderful video.

[@spiltmilt]

It's on gear track

[@vulcanez]

What kind of net is that?

[@spiltmilt]

Ranger net amzn.to/2GIGIyk

[@timmoore6055]

Puget Sound?

[@spiltmilt]

Area 4

[@thedavidrussellking]

awesome day! what's the limit on rock bass up there in Washington?

[@spiltmilt]

Depends on which marine area. 6 was the limit for this particular area