Knothead SEABASS, Overslot STRIPED BASS, Jumbo PORGY - kayak jigging the boulders

This was just one of the perfect mornings where the stars aligned to allow for an absolutely incredible morning of kayak fishing in the Long Island Sound. Went out to the relatively shallow boulders, found bait, and worked small profiles on light tackle directly over them. These are the mornings I dream about, and I couldn't ask for more. Enjoy!
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[@tlsmoke23]

Good day on the water.

[@participationtrophyfishing]

Water looked beautiful that morning! Awesome Sea Bass.

[@participationtrophyfishing]

You can always get a ruler sticker and put it on your paddle as a backup. Great Striper as well!

[@PeterRanieriII]

It was such a beautiful calm morning, always makes it so much more enjoyable. Thanks! and thats a great idea, lol i just ordered a sticker - good call 👍

[@participationtrophyfishing]

@@PeterRanieriII 👍

[@ConeyIsland1952]

AMAZING CATCHES WOW!!

[@jmamba23]

Wow what a day you had and was rewarded at the end

[@allseasonfishing4030]

killing it out there bro , nice bass and huge porgy's,, drop a link to these worms pls ? thank u

[@PeterRanieriII]

haha thanks all seasons, i left a link in the description - they are called "stik-o'worms" from basspro, but i think any rubber worm with that profile will work!

[@allseasonfishing4030]

@@PeterRanieriII thank u bro . Keep the great work coming 👍🎣🎣

[@johnsamothrakis4621]

Another Great Fun Video , Thanks

[@AmbitiousAnglerFishing]

Another awesome trip Peter! I hope to have a morning like this soon catching striper on my Yak!

[@PeterRanieriII]

thanks you and I hope you do too!

[@xykkkk]

Thanks for all the knowledge and help I got from this channel.

[@PeterRanieriII]

Wow thanks! My first super thanks, much appreciated!

[@Gramps55]

Great job Peter! You are one heck of a fisherman. Keep up the good work ,your a good teacher. And yes I did purchase those worms and they worked first time out in boat and the fish bites work well for me also.my wife and I enjoyed your video.

[@PeterRanieriII]

I appreciate that Gramps, just thankful to be able to get out there whenever I can. Thats great to hear the worms worked for you, right on!

[@robertgerber2533]

Mr. Sea Bass

[@kevinsweeney8914]

New subscriber. Awesome day you had. I live in Stamford, CT and hope to get out on my Outback in the Sound very soon. Great content and enjoyed watching.

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks Kevin, glad to hear the feedback! Hope you get out on the outback soon and catch em up - we basically fish the same waters when im in the western sound locally (just on the NY side)

[@NYCYAKANGLER]

Awesome video!! Looked like a great day on the water. Thanks for sharing! Subbed!!

[@PeterRanieriII]

Appreciate it!

[@ericf1843]

Sick day

[@anewlookatlurestopwaterpop5466]

That's a beautiful striped bass

[@PeterRanieriII]

cant wait to start seeing them again! are you seeing any life by you yet?

[@anewlookatlurestopwaterpop5466]

Just herring

[@NYCE_Fishing]

Awesome video man! Sea bass is in my bucket list for this season. It has to be in the north shore for sure I don’t feel confident enough to launch out in the ocean on the south shore lol.

[@PeterRanieriII]

We gotta get out there and try sometime, yeah I’m nervous to launch on the ocean side as well…just don’t know the currents and weather as well either. You can surely get seabass in the western sound but it’s tough to get keepers

[@Rudi_Bar_None]

Why doesnt this channel have more views.

[@tomterrific2018]

Dam you’re on fire..fished center island today…nothing big to report…yes motor on the yak is nice..

[@PeterRanieriII]

Hey Tom! thanks for the report, haha the motor is clutch sometimes. Thanks man, just thankful to be able to get out to these areas. I was just west of CI on saturday and only porgies and small seabass, no fluke

[@TidyMighty]

Hey Peter, great video. I noticed you switch from a 1/2 oz Zman jig head to another jig head. What brand and weight?

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks, yeah these jig heads are called S7S big eye jig heads 1/2oz., hard to find now, whenever I see them in a tackle store I buy a bunch, heres a link I found: www.fin-atics.com/s-s-bucktails-big-eye-jigheads-2pk.html

[@Justjadiel]

Hermosa pesca felicidades

[@Matt_Perch]

great video! i was out that same morning about a mile east of you i, had a great pick of fish. but nothing close to the size of the stripers you were getting! right at the first hour of the drop i was anchored on a rock and just swinging a fin s fish off the top of the bolder and the fish were right on the back side of it, i acctually found the seabass later on on the open bottom on pods of that bait that was all over the surface early on after they went deep. i started video game fishing them thinking they were stripers also.

[@PeterRanieriII]

thanks Matt! wow that is awesome and its cool to hear you had similar results - that bait was everywhere! I think many of the smaller seabass were puking it up too. did you get any stripers? I wonder if some of the marks I saw were stripers or seabass, it was getting hard to tell, lol. love it man, and its crazy you were getting the seabass even on the open bottom, they must really be in for that bait

[@Matt_Perch]

@@PeterRanieriII i had stripers early on on the first spot, nothing over slot. And plenty of XL scup to go with them

[@PeterRanieriII]

@@Matt_Perch thanks for the report! Ohhh yah, scup are really nice sized over there

[@PeterRanieriII]

@@Matt_Perch the overslot bass surprised me a lot, didn’t think they were still around

[@bobthompson9890]

Another nice grab bag of fish. The worms seem to be more durable than gulp. Do you find it's harder for a fish to bite through than say a gulp grub

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks Bob, yeah I really do think they last longer than gulp. I prob used up like 8 worms on this trip (half a pack). I think it’s a combo of the gulp tail being much thinner and made of softer material but also it could be the fish tend to bite the gulp tails because they have great action and on the worm they may be biting more of the head area since the tail is not fluttering as much.

[@RobertSmith-dj3qw]

Hi Peter, Nice day of fishing you had out there! Question: The 5 3/8" bass pro stick o worm looks dandy. I'm going to order some & try them out. Which color has worked best for you? Thanks, and tight lines brother.

[@PeterRanieriII]

It was an exceptional outing indeed! I really like the morning dawn color, it’s brighter in reality than in the online picture and that’s what I used this day. The red shad color is good too, that’s the red and black color I started using in spring. Tight lines Robert!

[@EverlastingFaith1]

Great content Peter! Love the vids. Do you usually catch and release the striped bass? How often would you keep them if you do decide to keep them?

[@PeterRanieriII]

Hey! Yeah I don't really like to keep striped bass, just find them more fun to catch. In years past I would keep like 1 a year but I dont think I have kept one this year yet. With the right recipes they do taste pretty good though.

[@EverlastingFaith1]

@@PeterRanieriII Thanks for the response! Gotcha. I’m a beginner to the fishing world and your videos are very inspirational and fun to watch; also loaded with a ton of info. Keep up the great work! 🙏🏾

[@jobino511]

Hi Peter, great day! Thanks for sharing! Has the flooding impacted your side of the sound, assuming your in central LI

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thank you! hey Jo, yea they actually had to close the beach I launched from this day temporarily due to the runoff recently. I think its ok now though...

[@williamgraf2566]

Hey Peter great video as always! Can you recommend a good avionics app?

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks Will, glad you enjoyed. navionics*? yea I think its called "navionics boating" on the app store. turn relief shading overlay on. game changer

[@xykkkk]

Another a amazing fishing trip! I really enjoy it. May I ask how you usually search for boulders? It seems not easy to distinguish boulders on navionics Relief shading map. I'm on the fence of getting a fishing finder, but not sure whether side imaging and built-in map are worth the money. Any suggestion is appreciated. Thank you!

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks! I start with navionics relief shading to give me an idea, but your right in many areas the bottom isnt fully mapped. I then look for marked boulders near points, if theres a few marked boulders in a small area then its likely there are many more unmarked boulders in that same area. Then on the water i do find many with the side-scan or with my underwater gopro. But yea the best boulders are sometimes the ones not on any charts that you find exploring. Depends where you fish and what your budget it I guess, but I think the navionics on your phone is a must, then if you have the money go for side scan and get relief shading on your fish finder as well. But a basic finder can work just fine if you already have places planned out. I must admit though a nice big screen is really enjoyable, lol

[@xykkkk]

@@PeterRanieriII Thank you for the detailed explanation. Much appreciated!

[@reinaldomoll]

Hey Peter do you think the subscription for the Navionics Boating app is worth it? Compared to any free apps like Saavy Naavy? Thanks!

[@blackstonegear]

Great video, Peter. What time were you fishing?

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks, I think it was from sunrise to about 9:30am

[@gm1937]

I like these extended videos Peter, nice job. May I suggest a new channel name? “Peter Ranieri Fishing”….because I don’t see anyone else in our neck of the woods doing it like you. Greetings from Gio, Western Long Island sound.

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks Gio, done! Thanks for the idea, hope your doing well out there!

[@gm1937]

​@@PeterRanieriIIThe only boulders I find are moon rocks with no signs of life 😂. Perhaps because I go out in the afternoon when the fish have already tucked in for their afternoon naps.

[@PeterRanieriII]

haha, try getting out there with a moving tide at dawn and see if it makes a difference!

[@anewlookatlurestopwaterpop5466]

Good job on that sea bass sorry about the cut

[@davidbradley9469]

Great video. I have the same yak setup( I have the 12’). How does it handle the sound with boat traffic? I live (looks familiar) in the same area and just stick to the back water harbors. Too nervous to venture out into the sound.

[@PeterRanieriII]

thanks David, thats great you have the same kayak and live nearby. This one is the 10.5' and it handles fine, its honestly more manuverable that my 12' compass but I will admit my compass can take waves a little better. For boat traffic, you do need to keep alert and point the bow into big swells. I mean only fish what you are comfortable doing, but its funny I think sometimes when theres not much wind, the sound beaches are less dangerous than the inlets because there's less boat traffic. Just study the weather and tides and be safe out there!

[@justinhoera7432]

You could be a ventriloquist I didn't know if you were talking over your voice or not your lips barley moved 😂😂

[@PeterRanieriII]

hahah when I was editing the video I thought the same thing, it doesn't even look like I'm talking out there, hahaha I assure you I am! great to hear from ya Justin

[@OarRoomII]

Re: your mainline… how has the 8lb crystal line been working for you? Seems you could be under-gunned when you got into the cows? Just wondering about your thought process on rating and color selection.

[@PeterRanieriII]

I really really like the 8lb crystal berkley x9. After doing my own knot tying tests I was just amazed how strong it is (fg knot broke at around 15lbs). And its not really frayed much for a whole season either. I do like white color for visibility when jigging, and since its so thin and smooth you get very good action on the lure, and your not causing much drag or sound in the water or through the guides. You have a very good point about the big bass, I do think I'm risking losing a big cow with this line, but it pairs properly with my rod and reel. My reel is only a 2000 and my rod is medium power. If I'm going for cows, or at least expecting to run into one, I think I should just use my heavier setup all together (15lb braid and a 3000 size reel and a medium heavy rod).

[@MarkSido]

Sick video ❤just wondering what kayak do you use in this video?

[@PeterRanieriII]

thanks this is the hobie passport 2021 10.5' in this video

[@CookingandFishing]

GD the size of those cbass...giant seabass are the only species that can tempt me to launch the yak into salt these days lol

[@PeterRanieriII]

Hahaha well you certainly have proven you don’t need the kayak for fluke 😆 love your videos man, thanks for stopping by!

[@CookingandFishing]

@@PeterRanieriII lol yeah the yak is mostly reserved for freshwater excursions these days, but a drag-peeling knothead is extremely tempting indeed 🥰

[@lighto999]

Hey Peter, I've been watching your vids and getting in to kayak LI. Do you mind sharing your launch site in LI, im new thx

[@PeterRanieriII]

Hey Kenny, great to hear that! I launch from a lot of different areas on the north shore. Some are resident only beaches and some are public. If you just look up any of the dec public boat launches or try the state parks then thats where I would start. you can email me if you have more questions

[@davidbradley9469]

Hey. Which trolling motor and mount do you use for your hobie?

[@PeterRanieriII]

I use the watersnake ts24 with the kayak mount. And I modified the mount so I could put it in the rear rod holder and take it out easily or switch kayaks. I have a video in the hobie modification playlist on my channel of how I did it.

[@Justjadiel]

Donde es ese lugar

[@anewlookatlurestopwaterpop5466]

Good job great action, what is the name of your kayak.

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks! This is the hobie passport 10.5 - great value peddle kayak that certainly can get the job done!

[@anewlookatlurestopwaterpop5466]

I like your kayak, I am thinking about getting a new kayak.

[@J.o.e_K]

Did you forget the net as well? (grin) Not that anything got away. Anyway remember a dollar bill is 6 inches. (6.1) Good for marking off 6" marks.

[@PeterRanieriII]

Haha good one Joe, yes the net was not brought either…although I don’t typically have issues with seabass landings but it does happen 😬 good to know on the dollar length, I think I may make some marks on the gunnel.

[@J.o.e_K]

@@PeterRanieriII 👍🏼

[@francus7227]

Peter.... Where to begin? Which means I'm probably about to type too much... 1st. Nice day. 2nd. I too think topwater is a bit overrated. I love it over shallow oyster beds because I hate snags.... But that submerged surprise THUMP is just as good ! 3rd.... Why don't you switch your finder screen to the port (left) and rod holder to the starboard (right)??? Every time you have to reach across your body to put it in the holder I think about it.... Seems it would be easier if they were flipped. 4th. Fishing can be so unpredictable. I have gone to bed too many times thinking about how perfect it's gonna be.... wind, tide, moon, weekday with nobody out, temperatures, etc.... Just to get shut out. Then go out on total CRAP conditions and slam them. But.... When every factor is perfect (except forgetting the measuring tape) AND you slam the fish.... It is wonderful. It IS like a dream... Great clip...

[@PeterRanieriII]

Haha thanks Francus, 2. completely agree! it has a time and place, shallow water is when it shines, but I love me a good thump! 3. this is almost solely because I make videos and I want the fish finder mostly on the side where im jigging so viewers can see it, then i want to land the fish on the other side where the finder is not in the way and the rod holder is close by. doesnt always go this way though and it may not be the most efficient setup I admit. 4. oh how true! those highly anticipated trips rarely pan out to the preconceived hype, and the spur of the moment trips on a whim end up being some of the best ones. I literally grabbed my rod, camera and front hatch bucket from my house thinking "just in case i get the chance to get out there...." tape, stringer, long pants, etc was forgotten, lol

[@christopherappoldt1424]

Where’d you launch for this?

[@PeterRanieriII]

its a resident only beach between port jeff and mattituck

[@kasey7303]

I love your videos but I dont understand how you kept the Black Sea Basses. It looks like the NY DEC has the season closed until June 23, 2024z

[@PeterRanieriII]

Thanks Kasey, this video took place July 9, 2023. I have the dates and weather/tide info at the beginning of all the vids

[@kasey7303]

@@PeterRanieriII oh I will be careful of that going forward. I guess KZbin pushed it to me yesterday, because of my interests and I didn’t realize it was an older video

[@PeterRanieriII]

@@kasey7303 I gotcha no worries, yeah I wish we could keep them earlier in NY

[@williamfris3835]

NIce Striper and Sea bass, great to fish on a calm sound. Hooks are made in China of questionable steel unfortunately,

[@ChristianLobby]

Are you just throwing plastic in the water? not cool

[@PeterRanieriII]

timestamp?

[@punishthewicked5845]

Truth be told there are many missing key species crabs bengals etc as of days gone we are taking what’s left yesterday’s trash fish