I’ve been fishing more diligently and trying my hand at offshore fishing out of San Diego. Recent trip I went on lost three fish ( operator error) learned some lessons. Thanks Ali for your info and time .
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
You'll get them next time!
@keeledover42182 жыл бұрын
silky i’m in san diego too i would love to go blue fin fishing if you need more crew i’ve been 100 miles out and caught yellows but had the blues jumping at the kite rigged gear i have a license and my own gear
@sifakuahuia85764 жыл бұрын
Went down to SD on a private charter and landed 2 yellowfin +40 lbs and 1 bluefin that was at least +60 lbs. My baby Penn fathom with 25lb line didn't even get any play lol. Glad you made a video to guide me on getting the right set up. Keep up the great content 👍🤙
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Nice work! Hope this all helps.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Nice work!
@sifakuahuia85764 жыл бұрын
Helps out a lot, thanks again buddy😎
@jokiejokes Жыл бұрын
This is the seaguar blue that we know and love. Yes, it is difficult to knot, but it works.
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
We like it for the heavy stuff.
@OSTDRobot4 жыл бұрын
Reading sonar and electronics for rockfish and or gamefish would be cool!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Definitely on the list.
@joecruz48464 жыл бұрын
I think you nailed the set up for like not the Gucci guys like me. I’ll admit , I have the atd series 6,12,and 30. All on axis rods except the 6. But anyone listing here , he’s right. Fish on , fish hard.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir. We try to hit all budgets.
@keeledover42182 жыл бұрын
nice to see another penn fan i got a squall penn left hand 40wide on a eat my tackle blue marlin competition rod rated for 80# a jigg master pen 500 on a sturdy stick for 40# and a light action rod for baitfish or freshwater i’m in san diego south bay i’m interested in catching some halibut too
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
Nice, we love our PENN gear.
@bl46434 жыл бұрын
Good stuff, saving this video for a rigging day
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Rad! Stoked it helps.
@bl46434 жыл бұрын
Local Knowledge Fishing Show Definitely! I’m an old school guy- old school like I tie my own sea witches and bucktails. I learned from old school guys too. I can’t keep up with what’s the latest and greatest. I also don’t want to be sold pretty-colored snake oil. I trust you guys and it’s nice to see if maybe there’s something I can throw in my spread or on the boat that works.
@Poledancerfishingco4 жыл бұрын
Need the east coast spinner video for the jigging and casting lures 🤙🏼
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Roger!
@thehuddlife86612 жыл бұрын
Can you specify rod lengths, power and actions you use on all these setups? Thank You!!!
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
Its' all there in the description. Click View More.
@momomo5002 Жыл бұрын
Any info on the rod for the 50VISX?
@TheJwhollis4 жыл бұрын
Noticed you dangling a ringed circle hook. Was it a R39943NP-BN-7/0-25U RINGED DEMON® OFFSET CIRCLE HOOK by Mustad??? Like to hear your analytics on the ringed circle hooks as they pertain to tuna fishing. Thanks!!!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Mustad Demon Offset Circles are our go to hook. We like the bigger gap, the price and they just work. They are also made of a softer steel than a lot of designer hooks. If you pull too hard they have some give and don't just break. (read- Picky smaller YFT and BFT). They flat out work and that's why we use them.
@TheJwhollis4 жыл бұрын
Thanks ...
@Bigfish1day4 жыл бұрын
Local Knowledge Fishing Show Going to try some of those hooks. I have almost the same setups. I have Fathom 30, 12, 16 and 20 VISX with 3 Carnagell rods and Calstar Grafighter 700H. I can’t wait to test them on some nice groupers and YFT over here on the east coast. Are the ringed circle hooks just for tuna? They look like they would work really good in other applications.
@HyperFaultic4 жыл бұрын
Idk if u guys have done it before, but maybe a thresher tackle/setup video would be a cool addition to the channel?
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Good on for the spring!
@patrickkelly8095 Жыл бұрын
Liked and subscribed. I was shocked to see nothing but penn reels in there.
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
PENN is our rod and reel parnter and they make great stuff. That said, feel free to substitute your favorite brand.
@uelhunter81602 жыл бұрын
Thorough and expert advice Ali. I recently purchased an Inshore setup, Shimano Saragosa 8000 on 8foot Fenwick Hmg. 65lb power pro braid. I can't wait to use it in September. I really wanted the Penn Slammer IV DX but it only comes in the 6500 series. what are your thoughts on this matter?
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
Good stuff! I think they are both great reels. We just love our PENN gear.
@jamesgreenbaum57292 жыл бұрын
Great video. How do you choose between capacity vs. test? More capacity is great, but the compromise is lower drag setting. More test allows greater drag, which should translate to less line capacity is needed. The accepted standard is to never exceed 1/3 of line test w/ drag. 60 lbs braid = 20 lbs. drag. 130 lbs. line = 40 lbs. drag. It is doubtful that anyone could actually fish a rod at 40 lbs. drag without a fighting chair and seat harness. Possibly on the rail, but not for any extended period of time. So what exactly would be the ideal -- more line, or more drag pressure ? Thanks !
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
We scale our line to the size of our reel and then use that reel for it's intended purpose. We start at 50W and put 130# braid on them. 30W get #100. 60s and 40's get 80#. and so on.
@SkateSurfSnowFly2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I enjoyed this video. Thinking to get into BFT in our area I saw some folks are getting them out of Santa Cruz CA. Also want to get albacore too. What rod and reel would you suggest today that is not too expensive?
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
For 150#+ BFT you really want to have an international 50. For smaller stuff a Fathom 40 2 speed on a sturdy rod works great.
@townsendmorey76513 жыл бұрын
interesting video. Here in the northeast when the big fish are around I wont put anything less than a 70 in the water and fish all 130's when I can!
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Interesting! We just dont' get them over 400# so we don't need the big, big stuff.
@jasonjanik20464 жыл бұрын
Love watching your videos. Great detail and insight. Why spend the big bucks if you don’t have to...if it works...it works. I have all my rigs dialed in for YT and mixed grade YFT...but just starting to get into the bigger gear for BFT and this was very helpful. Fished with a kite and yummy flyer for the 1st time last month. We were successful in learning the technique, just in the wrong place at the wrong time. Can’t wait to get back out there and try again!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Right on. That's what it's all about. Keep trying, learning and getting better!
@peterpewamo51722 жыл бұрын
My son got his first 40 and we were wondering what pound braid to start out the season with and what to upgrade to later in the season. We’re going to be hitting the water in the next week or two and we want to get set up for the most versatility for what’s biting this early in the season. We are going to be going out of point Loma on a day and a half trip and I’m not sure of the distance.
@JJMassar2 жыл бұрын
80lb braid
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
80# for sure.
@Nobodybaby787 ай бұрын
Question: say I have a wind on leader and it snaps or whatever,and don’t have another wind on or even time to put one on, what’s your go to solution? Surgeons or FG? To 100 + braid? Say fir tuna up to 200lbs
@LocalKnowledge6 ай бұрын
They don't break very often but if we mess one up, we cut it and tie a new leader with an FG knot usually. We also carry backups.
@anthonymuro49173 жыл бұрын
Super informative video 🔥👌🏼💯. What pound like you put on the penn fathom 40 narrow ?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. 80# braid for the Fathom 40s. They are work horses.
@otroflores914 жыл бұрын
Lots of the last Gen penn reels are on or going on sale. Only way someone like me on a budget can get a decent 60lb tuna set up.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
They are great reels!
@garybyerley44382 жыл бұрын
Did not really talk over rod length with heavy sinker rig. I use Shimano Talica 20 with 60 or 80 top shot over the braid. Do you prefer a 6 1/2 rod 30-80 or 7ft rod 50-80. Short or long rod and why.
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
We use both. Lighter setups will be 7' (INTL 12) and the heavier stuff is 6.5' (INTL 30 and 50)
@leebentley68472 жыл бұрын
Have you ever used Gomexus reels. I have 1 everything else is Penn. But for the money it's 2 to 1 because international reels are expensive
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
We have not. HArd to beat PENN for reliability and value.
@puffdragon263 жыл бұрын
Makes me chuckle a bit , my reels are the Penn visx 12,16,20 and a Penn vis 70 Landed a 240 pound white sturgeon on the 20 My largest bluefin was a 500 pound , but that was with a 130 Tiagra ( charters reel, didn’t own the 70 yet ) My Penns have been bulletproof and crushed anything I’ve ever hooked up to . I like to fish the same way , lots of power to crush them quick... so I can release them in better shape then a long drawn out fight . Even released the 500 pound tuna As it swam away I just said “ go make babies “
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Nice lineup! Hard to beat that stable.
@andrewmorke Жыл бұрын
Hi, Ali. Thanks for your helpful video.
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@WeiK04 ай бұрын
Nice video/ any beginner tuna Fishing Setup u recommend?
@LocalKnowledge3 ай бұрын
Start with the lightest rig and work your way up.
@claper2225 Жыл бұрын
Do you think the 40 nld2 2speed would be sufficient. I plan to fish 1.5 days fish 100 to 250 pounds. Do you think the 60 or 40 would’ve best? Moreover I am left handed and they don’t make many conventional reels of that size in left. What should I do, do you think learning right orientation is possible if practiced. Thank you in advance I’m kind of knew to this clas
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
For fish over 150# we switch to an International 20 or bigger. You could get away with a Fathom 60 or Torque 60 but it's going to be a bit of work.
@rorydimov4052 жыл бұрын
Hey Ali, good video and I appreciate the time you put into these topics. I am from Florida and do a lot of land based fishing at home. I am currently traveling with my wife who is a travel nurse and she is working in Visalia, CA. I am planning a trip to San Diego to try my hand at Bluefin probably in June 2022 on one of those day and a half trips. I was hoping to pick up a rod and reel appropriate for Bluefin but I don't have lots of cash to dump into buying multiple setups. I'm looking for one rod and reel for that happy medium since it will likely just collect dust once I go back to Florida. I also love PENN spinning reels but I always reel with my left hand and don't want to buy a right hand retrieve reel. Was considering an AVET 30 2-speed lever drag with LH retrieve on a rod rated for 50-80# or 50-100#. I would likely use 80# braid and 60-100# fluoro top-shot. What is your recommendation for the amount of line I should have on the reel such as total number of yards? I don't want to be severely under-gunned with a 20-40# rig but I also don't want to be catching 30-80# tuna on a rig designed to winch in small automobiles. Sorry for the long-winded comment. I look forward to hearing your opinion. Thanks.
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
On a 30 we go with 100# and get 700 plus yards. That will give you plenty of insurance if you do hook a big one. 80# will work fine as well but you don’t really need all that line. Good luck.
@lpsnbds2 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge It is the 22 of June and I'm just now reading your post. Fishing bluefin is a ball and if you're on a day and half trip get a lot of rest before the trip. You'll probably be fishing 2-3 hours after you leave the dock and you will fish all night, all day and probably into the second night until the captain says it is time to head back. Brutal is the word but if you get into the right school you'll find yourself in fisherman Heaven!!! I have been on three i.5 day trips and have had my arms, knees, and shoulders tested to the max. But please get some rental gear. The spinner reels are not tough enough for these bruisers that can and often do go over 200lbs. you need a reel that is high capacity and strong enough to handle these guys. A Shimano Speedmaster 25 2 speed is around $350 and a heavy rail rod like a 700xh . anything less you may be disappointed in the outcome. There are other reels able to handle these big guys but most of them are in the 5-6 hundred range. Call ahead and find out if your landing has rental gear. I know some of the landings do rent. Good luck to you if this is catching you before you go fishing..
@gutshotaz28052 жыл бұрын
@@lpsnbds The line capacity seems to be comparable to a Penn fathom or torque 60. Any advantage in drag? I have the fathom 40 and know that the fathom 60 has the same drag system with the 40, which doesn't get a full 40lb drag without some washer job. I rented from fisherman's landing, their 100lb rig is a torque 60 LD2 on a seeker rod.
@matthewsouliere42914 ай бұрын
Where can I find the tools that you used on your segment on how to make a loop in your holocaur, braid
@LocalKnowledge3 ай бұрын
The line vise is available at www.blueseasfab.com and the needle kit can be bought at most tackley shops.
@Alaskaseahunter2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for getting to the point and staying on point. How do I fish with you guys?
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
Rush runs chargers out of Key West. Check out odysseysportfishing.com.
@rupetv5564 жыл бұрын
Awesome instructional video, would love to see more of these for different types of fishing!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@fingerslinguine4 жыл бұрын
This video is perfect timing as some bigger bluefin are showing up in the north east. Was wondering what an entry level set up would look like for bluefin. Thank you for the great content as always.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Good question! For bigger fish a 50W is really the bare minimum with a 130# + class rod. For the smaller fish, check out some of our earlier videos.
@anthonyhuntsinger32154 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I have a couple of questions on setup and rigging for for the Bluefins. I fish an annual charter trip out of San Diego on the Islander. We will be targeting the Bluefins during part of the trip this year. For my heavy BFT setups I will fish a Santiago 12, 25 and Marquesa 50T. I currently have Mono on both of the Santiagos 30lb on the 12 and 40 lb on the 25. The 50T is spooled with 85 lb dacron. None of this sound close to the correct setups. I could use some suggestions to help me set them up correctly. I also will be fishing two Penn Fathoms the 25 and 30 NLD2's. For my spinning setups I have a Penn Carnage II paired with the Slammer III. And Spinfisher V Live Liner ( and yes I have been laughed at for using this outfit, but it is fantastic for pitching live baits) it is paired to a 30-65 Battalion. Any suggestions on setups would be much appreciated. Thank you.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
that's a really long question, but first things first. Get that mono off your reels. Smaller reels like the 25 and 30 fathoms should have 65 or 80# braid on them and a short 6' flouro top shot . this will make it easier for your bait to swim and look natural while giving you the line capacity you need for a bigger fish.,
@TheOutlawGunner4 жыл бұрын
Careful with that penn liveliner reel. My dad had one take a shit on a 50 lb bluefin last year, it basically exploded and would completely loose all drag when the fish was boatside. It was his first and only shot at a bluefin to date. I bought him a quality spinning reel so it hopefully won't happen again. Can't wait to get him back out there. It was a heart breaker. Id say bring the slammer and leave the live liner at home.
@themontaukmonster12 жыл бұрын
When you’re trolling do you go 80% hollowcore 20% mono? With these chunking set ups are you just throwing a wind on on top of the braid? I’ve been using my trolling rods for chunking for a while and I’m really just getting into it all. Thanks.
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
We use the same 30' wind on leaders for trolling, chunking or live bait fishing. Thanks for watching.
@NewBreedMotorSports4 жыл бұрын
I've been fishing a bunch up here in New England and keep getting bit right behind the hook on live baits any chance you guys could do a rigging video of live bait rigs, I'm pulling my hair out trying different tactics with no success I'm putting the time in but fish don't seem to corporate...
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Good topic. We'll add it to the list.
@coffeebeantv75652 жыл бұрын
Great video... thanks for the very good information
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@TheGripsession2 жыл бұрын
Ali, what do you think about the Okuma Makairas. I'm looking for something for the 100 pound range
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
Great reels, but PENN is #1 IMO.
@jimcole53874 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Ali!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@romancruz28212 жыл бұрын
show us what knot you tie on to your leader or braid to mono please
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
There's a video in our channel with just that. It's a uni to uni and we have a few other connections coming.
@pafdantesdents2 жыл бұрын
hi, (sorry for bad english) I noticed you don' t use rods with roller, are they more weak or another point making you not pick it ?
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
With braided line you don't need them anymore. There is very little friction because the line is so slick. Good luck.
@jaredholmes146 Жыл бұрын
Do you use the 25n set up for fly lining bait? If so what line set up do you use?
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
Yep. 60# Seaguar Threadlock with a 6' shot of Seaguar Gold Fluoro.
@jpcoertze76689 ай бұрын
Hi guys. Question plz.. on the penn 20 with 80lbs braid ( in your video the 3rd setup) what is the international rod kg or rated at? I have a Talica 20 2 speed with 80lbs but not sure if my rod is correct. I have Shimano game 24kg rod as my setup. Is this enough to catch those 200lbs tunas
@LocalKnowledge9 ай бұрын
The rod is rated 80-100 and that woudl be the lightest set up we'd use. The new Penn West Coast Rail Rods are what we are using today. I'd go with the 80-130 model for a Intl 20. Good luck.
@JKHTX3 ай бұрын
Rule of thumb is have line rating near middle of the rod line rating. Similar with lure weight.
@nancyn38632 ай бұрын
For jigging bluefin tuna at night where the fish can be over 200lb, which reel? The visx16 or is the high gear too slow for jigging? Is it possible to get away with the fathom 40n? I like a narrow reel also. Thank you!
@LocalKnowledge16 күн бұрын
I'd use a International 20 for some extra line capacity. The Fathom 40 is good for fish up to 150# but I'd prefer to have a bigger reel with bigger gearing to land the fish fast.
@quinnhunsinger16033 жыл бұрын
Great video. I fish Makaira's personally, and usually JB spectra, but same deal different brand. I tend to go heavy on the wind ons as well, very rarely do I go below 80 unless they're SUPER line shy.
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a solid plan
@momomo5002 Жыл бұрын
How much 130 braid were you able to fit on that 50 VISX?
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
750 yards.
@makatkplt3 жыл бұрын
I was fishing in 1970s and catch all kinds of stuff. Ive been busy for several decades trying to retire and I come back and you have to have 4-8 rods/reels with 50 different kinds of line? Dude, you got four rods on your boat. What’s the set up? I can’t spend this much time preparing to fish then a day on the water and still keep the wife satisfied. Lol
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
It really depends on what you are chasing. These rigs will get you started for sure. We also carry lighter stuff for smaller fish we meet along the way. Figure out what you want to catch and gear up for that.
@aaronallen46474 жыл бұрын
Love the narrow Penn.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Us too!
@alfredocastro15242 жыл бұрын
Hi Ali like to know if you could get more into detail on KZbin video Tuna reels as far as set up with hooks Tie knots especially you mentioned you had a loop set up how does that work.thanks Alfredo San Digeo
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
Dig around in our channel. All of those questions have been covered. Thanks.
@AntonioGomez-lt7ep6 ай бұрын
What weight of braided line do you have on the Phathom 40NLD?
@LocalKnowledge6 ай бұрын
80# Threadlock.
@raulperaza3154Ай бұрын
Thanks for this informative video, unfortunately I just watched it. The second set up with the penn fathom 40 nld it seems to be obsolete. Is there a replacement for it . Thanks
@LocalKnowledge16 күн бұрын
Yep. Fathom II 40 is a great reel.
@civic30045 Жыл бұрын
With the penn fathom 25n how many yards of the 65 lb test do you spool the reel up to. And how much of a leader of the 80lb
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
about 375 from memory. WE just use a 5' Top shot of Seaguar flouro
@artwhitting16814 жыл бұрын
Good walk thru your gear Ali. Interested in how much drag pressure you set on the 50 and the 20? What is the spectra stack on the 50 , main and windon? Lastly, when is Seaguar going to start making windons?
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
We set the 50's at 33 pounds of drag at strike. That makes the #3 position about 25#. We initially let the fish run at the #3 position to burn off their steam. Then we go to Strike when the fish is straight up and down.
@antoniomontejano73753 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge so would the 25%-30% at strike go out the window in this case? Correct me if I’m wrong 25-30% at strike is ideal?
@ilikedirtx224 жыл бұрын
If you are allowed to say, What rail rod do you have the 50 visx on? I know it’s a saltydawg build but what blank?
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
It's a SaltyDawg custom blank that we cut down. Tell him you want the heavy rail rod like Ali's.
@RatedA4Aliens4 жыл бұрын
What length leader is needed for a 200 lb tuna? Do you use fluro carbon leader? Went fishing couple of weeks ago and lost 3 fishes, I think because I am guessing the leader not matching the wait of the fish or the quality (it was a Japanese brand)
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
WE use 30' Top shots for kite fishing made of 300#. For lighter set ups, we use 130# leader at about 20' long. Hope this helps.
@randysanicolas12913 жыл бұрын
i just purchased the Penn40NLD2 with 80lb braid and will start off with 60 fluoro. I was wondering for live bait what size hook would you use for the bluefin off the coast of San Diego
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
You need to match your hook to the bait size. Bigger sardines call for a 4/0 Mustad demon circle. The Smaller firecracker baits will usually need a 1 or 2/0 Mustad Demon circle. Best of luck.
@ryanappold42882 жыл бұрын
What would you think about jigging with a Penn International VISX20? too big?
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
For flatfall stuff, perfect. For tradtional jigging you want something like a Torque 25 or a Torque 40.
@andrewmorke Жыл бұрын
What size/weight/type of flat falls do you recommend for Bluefin at night/dusk?
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
We like the Williamson Kensaki in 280G for the bigger BFT.
@ktmdays2 жыл бұрын
I'm fishing for sharks in Florida what size reel 80 or 50 also what pound braid to mono do you recommend 👍🦈🦈🦈🦈
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
A 50VISX with some 130# Seaguar Threadlock braid will land just about anything you can hook. Good luck!
@nicholascrabtree6143 жыл бұрын
I’m needing a little advice, I picked up a Talica 25 ii and a Trinidad 20a, but cannot figure out what rods to pick up for them. I fish mostly on charter boats outta San Diego, on 1 to 2 1/2 day trips.
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
THat's a great question for your local tackle shop. Go explain how you like to fish and pull on a few rods. They can get you set up.
@AndreasFragou3 жыл бұрын
You are such a pro. I'm lucky and glad that I came across your channel. Awesome video
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@AndreasFragou3 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge thank you
@somnathroy81422 жыл бұрын
Please specifically tell me the models of the three reels and rods you have showed in this video.
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
It's all in the description amigo
@roger94534 жыл бұрын
Great video, Ali!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@Captain-Seasick2 жыл бұрын
Won’t braid as main line causes problems such as tangle when trolling ? I was told to use braid as the initial spooling then tie mono about 200 yards let it out to troll ? What’s your advise ?? Thanks
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
WE usually troll with just short, 30' wind-on leader connected directly to our braid.
@sardis111654 жыл бұрын
What model Ally is that? And what shop sells it. Rather give my business to a local shop than Amazon.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Model #'s are in the description. Not sure where to get one locally. You'll have to call around.
@jagz9264 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Thanks for the info!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Any time!
@AggressivesnowmaN3 жыл бұрын
What knot do you guys use for braid to flouro? I dig the FG to cast longer leaders through guides but its still seems sketchy to tie on a boat without tension. I'm either looking for a backup knot that's nice to cast bait on, or some assurance that the tuna don't mind short leaders and I'll stick to a double uni haha.
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
We use a variety for different applications. For all around, general fishing the uni to uni is hard to beat. Easy to tie and plenty strong up to 80#. Over 80# we typically go to a wind on. The FG is great for poppers and stick baits but definitely not the easiest to tie. Hope that helps.
@AggressivesnowmaN3 жыл бұрын
Local Knowledge Fishing Show Yea that’s great I appreciate the info!
@Truthfulfisherman3 жыл бұрын
I will go with the one you said s cheaper. Also if where i go fish there is 200 lbs tuna how much drag on your reel do you recommend ?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
We set our bigger reels at 25# of drag at strike. That equals about 32# at full. Perfect for the fish we are catching.
@robertdejonge36074 жыл бұрын
Interesting video! Thanks for sharing. I know you did something similar a while ago especially for bluefinn tuna. And in that video you also had a spinning reel setup. Maybe its a idee to do a video on spinning tackle too. Just an idea... ;) You guys do great work, love the video's, keep them comming! Tight lines 👊
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion!
@fadelover1234 жыл бұрын
Hi Ali. Looking for a new 100lb reel for flat falls, and bait. I want this reel specifically for cow tuna. Something i can hold for a long time and not get too tired. I don't really wanna spend another $1000 in a dedicated kite setup so I also want this reel to be capable of flying a kite. Tied between a 16 VISX and a 20. 20 is all around due to line capacity and everything but its a bit heavier than the 16. What are your thoughts?
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
if you want to use it on the kite you need a 20 minimum. You need that extra line capacity because you'll have so much line out at the bite. Good luck.
@fadelover1234 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge That's what I was thinking. Thank you very much for the response. Ill be grabbing it very soon. Let you know what ill go with.
@fadelover1234 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge What setup do you think would be the most important overall?
@gowrestle1603 жыл бұрын
Are you using a knot connection to connect the hollow to the leader or top shot on the 20 and down?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Everything 80# and over gets a wind on. Everything under 80# gets a uni to uni knot.
@antoniomontejano73753 жыл бұрын
Ally I just got a penn 16visx mated with a phenix 40-100lb rod. Is this rod too lite?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Sounds about right!
@robertmata74893 жыл бұрын
hello Ali I'm getting started with tuna and i purchased the penn torque 40nld2 & 25nld2 what two rods would you recommend for my two reels thank you also can you recommend a lingcod setup thank you so much
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
For the 25NLD I'd use a Carnage II CARBWII3080C70 and CARBWII50130C70 for the 40NLD. Best of luck.
@IDADDYIproductions3 жыл бұрын
I’m trying to build a rig for a 1.5 next season. Stuck between a rig that can handle my typical 20-40lb yts and possible bft (which I have rigs for) and a rig that can handle 40-80. In my shopping cart is a daiwa proteus 8’ with a saltiga 50. Is this a good setup for 40-100lb bluefin?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Sorry. We only fish PENN so I'm not familar with all the Diawa stuff. I'd use a PENN Fathom 40 for 40-100# bluefin.
@IDADDYIproductions3 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge appreciate the reply, I think I’ll do the saltiga40 for my 40-100 build and I’ll go with a penn fathom 40nld with the ally for the 50-150 🤙🏼🤙🏼
@kylegates60434 жыл бұрын
Love these type of videos
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Rad. We will keep them coming!
@tkno0dl3s3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I just purchased a Penn 25NLD reel to use as my medium set-up and am looking for a rod to pair it with. I was looking to get the Penn Carnage II 3080C70, but it looks like they are sold out everywhere. Do you have any recommendations for others rods that would pair well with this reel?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
A solid 7' or 7'6" rod in the 30-40 pound class will work just fine.
@michaelbruno14863 жыл бұрын
Ali is the hollow core braid a disadvantage when live lining sardines? Ive heard because its hollow it can hold air, harder for baits to pull? Currently using spider wire ocean camo. Thanks for the great info
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Not at all in my experience. Threadlock lays flat and comes off the reel like mono. We love it.
@tmccull983 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this info! Well received Sir!
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@HoofHearted_Eh3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are very informative! Thanks! And yes, Yup! my mother can free spool! LOL!
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
She's got game! haha.
@mendez40472 жыл бұрын
What rod would you recommend for the Penn 50VISX for kite fishing pacific BFT?
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
WE have been using the new PENN rail rods and LOVE them. The CARWCIII80130C70 is a beast for big bluefin.
@oceansideg3194 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! Man, I'm a huge fan. Thanks for the details and description of all gear utilized along with the source sites. I want all that stuff.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@mikeb92234 жыл бұрын
Do a knot video and which ones are strongest
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, we need to get a knot tester. We'll work on that.
@abrahizzzle3 жыл бұрын
Haven’t been out in years, mainly been bass fishing. Found a shimano Tld15 in my garage… how would I rig this? 65lb braid/60 fluoro? Good for bait n jigs/lures? Specs pretty similar to this 25nld
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
That's more of a 20-40# reel. I'd have it serviced as well if it hasn't been used in a long time.
@patrickkelly80953 жыл бұрын
What do you mean "slip on a wind on"? i thread into my hollow core but dont know about the loop, what is the technique for attaching to a loop?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
We use a loop to loop or catspaw connection. We splice a loop into the main line and the windon has a loop on one end. There's a video here on our channel showing you how.
@jalalharmouch59182 жыл бұрын
Is hollow core a must? Cant we just use regular spectra with a bimini at the end
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
That will absolutely work just fine. We prefer hollow core because it eliminates the knot but a lot of big fish have been caught on a bimini twist. We have a great video of an easy way to tie the knot here on our channel.
@mahimunislam71832 жыл бұрын
Sir, what's the size of that ally rod? 5'6 or more than that? Thank you.
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
6' I believe.
@mahimunislam71832 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge, Thank you Ali Hussainy sir, May Allah bless you. Eid mubarak 💖🇧🇩
@CaseyColeman3 жыл бұрын
Going on my first boat of San Diego at the end of the month for a 2 day trip and have no gear. If I were to pick up just 1-2 reels for the current bite, what would you recommend? I was thinking the 16 based on the video, but due to my lack of experience, figured I'd get a double check opinion on if that was your main / only real on a trip. Appreciate the video and hopefully response!
@k0be24lakers3 жыл бұрын
I would go with the 16 for sure. Also, they are sold out but I found some at longfin in orange.
@CaseyColeman3 жыл бұрын
@@k0be24lakers I appreciate it, just reached out via their contact button on their site and will see if I can't place an order over the phone tomorrow (for pickup when I'm down there for my trip). I'm from AZ so we have NO options apparently to pick up gear here.
@k0be24lakers3 жыл бұрын
@@CaseyColeman I would just call them tomorrow. yelp.to/kQHM8HIBGhb
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Probably a Fathom 25NLD2 and a 16 International. That will have you covered for both the bigger and smaller stuff. Fishermen's Landing and Dana Landing usually have them in stock.
@CaseyColeman3 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge Appreciate it, thank you! Will also pick up a 25 then!
@JnBGMan243 жыл бұрын
Do you ever use a mono top shot, or do you primarily go braid to a leader of fluoro? Great video man
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
Almost always flouro. We aren't using a lot of it and it really helps with chaffing and bite offs.
@dylan66104 жыл бұрын
can you make a video on how to fully setup for bluefin/mahi/yellowtail fishing? like the knots, how to tie them, the rigs you use, etc. would much appreciate for a first time offshore fisherman
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Tons of this info is in the "InStudio" Section of our KZbin Channel. Go dig in.
@dylan66104 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge Ok thanks!
@victor_clark3 жыл бұрын
Would you say the SQL 30VSW be a good budget cow reel? Open to suggestions, just looking for a reel with tons of capacity and is fairly cheap.
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
The squalls are hard to beat for value. But for the fish of a lifetime, I really tryst my Internationals.
@victor_clark3 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge yea I'm going to save up for one. Went with my dad and his friend on the Legend couple weeks back and since my dad's old school, we were using a single-speed star drag/lever drag reels. We didn't expect to be fishing for cows tho. My dad's friend was using my dad's U.S. Senator and the crew kept calling it the '57 Chevy when he hooked up lol. Two broken reels later (anti reverses grinded out), by some miraculous, lucky, supernatural reason, two cows were on the deck. Pretty hard to beat for my first bluefin and I'm so stoked for the opportunity and fish of a lifetime. Thnx for all the info and advice and the great channel!
@a1parra2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
No worries! Best of luck!
@JDimaano873 жыл бұрын
I see your running the 40nld full of braid. What size braid do you use?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
80# Seaguar Threadlock
@dominickvergili3 жыл бұрын
What lb braid do you recommend for the Penn 40nld with the ally rod?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
We like 80# Seaguar Threadlock braid.
@Maverick2ndAmendment4 жыл бұрын
Im fishing East of coronado islands in a few weeks for blue finn.. I was going to live bait my rig but Ive heard that they are very picky with live bait. What lure do you reccomended?
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully WEST of the Coronados otherwise you'll be in Tijuana! Be prepared with a 30#, 40# and 60# rig. You could encounter anything from 20# school tuna to 150# big bluefin. As always check with the boat or landing before you depart.
@anthonymontero5522 жыл бұрын
Do u back that braid up on your reels or just straight braid
@LocalKnowledge2 жыл бұрын
We fill them with straight braid. Thakns for watching.
@nicholastovar26664 жыл бұрын
I am looking to get a Calstar 90J and I’m trying to find a reel to put on it. I like the Trinidad, but I’m not trying to break the bank. Any suggestions?
@tunanorth4 жыл бұрын
Assuming you want a star drag [and not a 2-speed lever drag], check out the Penn Fathom FTHII25NSD. You can get it in 6-1 gear ratio, or 4.8-1 gear ratio.
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
See below. Fathom 25NSD is the perfect choice.
@greggtracy37013 жыл бұрын
Hey just looking for some advice on a rig for Yellowfin/Bluefin. I use a Battle 7000 Spinning reel for the smaller fish (bait fishing)which was my only reel I had until my wife got me a Fathom 30LD2 for Xmas. I have it on a 7’ Carnage rod. I’m going to put 65lb braid on it but was wondering if I have to put a mono top shot along with a fluoro leader or can I do without the mono and just go with the braid an fluoro? On past trips ( we fish out of San Diego for 3 days) I’ve gone with braid/mono/fluoro. I’ve heard that the mono acts as a shock absorber but wanted to hear what your thoughts were on the subject. Thanks man!!
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
We like a short, 6' flouro leader. Less line for the bait to have to swim with. This results in a more natural presentation and more bites IMO.
@Tony670323 жыл бұрын
do you ready need floro for jigs ? I was thought that when fishing the jigs you don't need floro🧐
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
We like to use it because of it's abrasion resistance. It doesn't get chewed up as easily.
@Tony670323 жыл бұрын
@@LocalKnowledge ohh gottcha , thanks for the reply 👍
@TheBIGBABAA Жыл бұрын
I can’t find the Penn Vi international rod
@LocalKnowledge Жыл бұрын
We are now using the PENN West Coast Series Rail rods that we helped design. Model #CARWCIII80150C70 will get you dialed in.
@raspberryroach4 жыл бұрын
For the heavier mono for flat falls and kite if you don’t crimp what’s your go to knot from the Bimini to leader and from leader to hook or jig?
@LocalKnowledge4 жыл бұрын
Bimini to leader we serve the leader in to hollow spectra and do a loop to loop connection. When tying straight spectra to flouro or mono we use the FG Knot. To the hook or jig with heavy line a San Diego Jam knot or Perfection Loop if you want action like a ringed hook.
@TheJuanitoestrada794 жыл бұрын
I just purchased a fathom 25n 2 speed with the ally 6'6... my question am i mating the reel wth the right rod what do you suggest?
@LocalKnowledge3 жыл бұрын
That rod is more suited to heavier applications like trolling or bigger fish. We like to match that rod with a 40 narrow. For the 25n get yourself a 7' carnage rated 30-80# and it will take care of most SoCal applications.