Live Lining for Striped Bass in the Raritan 10-18-22

[@stephentallo8181]

That sure is a fancy rod and reel Mike. It seems to catch well

[@4RibsFishing]

Insufficient fore grip for big fish. I shouldn’t buy tackle under the influence!

[@josephstulec8247]

how big is your circle hook

[@4RibsFishing]

Hi Joe - I usually use a 7/0 ot 8/0

[@robf2816]

I can't believe you only got ONE in the cast net. You need to practice more on the lawn. That looked like fun.

[@4RibsFishing]

I’ve decided I need a net with bigger weights. Mine just doesn’t drop fast enough.

[@shortylongdong5656]

Are you using any weights when live lining? Or just letting it drift?

[@4RibsFishing]

Shorty, it was 20mph winds and the boat was drifting 1.75mph. I had to use some lead to keep the bunker down under the school.

[@shortylongdong5656]

@@4RibsFishing thanks for reply. So normally you don't use lead? Weight using? I never live lined b4. Trying to gain some knowledge.

[@4RibsFishing]

@@shortylongdong5656 always use as little weight as possible when fishing. None if conditions allow. That said, when you put out a spread with multiple rods you want to experiment at different depths. Also check sonar to see where fish are or should be. This time of year with the wind you will likely need something to get the bait to the right level.