Low Tide Lingcod Fishing From the Surf

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I explain how to use a swim bait, and how to rig it. Drove down to Pescadero and Pigeon Point in Nor-Cal to do some low tide fishing with swim baits. Caught my first Lingcod! So exciting to catch that guy, first of many I hope.
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[@TexasBorn1835]

Im a fisherman from Texas I just wanted to say you have probably the coolest personality of any of the fishing channels. You are also a channel I will watch with my nephew's because your clean for the family and that is rare. I also find your channel informative and make me want to fish more keep it up my friend you are an inspiration to all young anglers.

[@fgjf1079]

I know what you mean. I just got back from a salmon fishing trip, and the assistants on the boat were telling me to take my time reeling in the salmon, and enjoy it like when having sex. Lol. Granted, there were no women on the boat, but still.

[@deadbeat242]

Im used to charter boats in socal but this dude has taught me so much about tackle. love it!

[@rook5848]

That girl was so happy lol she made me smile

[@FishermansLife]

me too lol

[@Schnippen_Schnappen1]

she wanted that fish D .she said omg hes horny,he is cute teehee

[@crispynugget4223]

Me too it was funny to hear her accent lmao

[@Ryu-qk1kx]

@@Schnippen_Schnappen1 I know this comment was 2 years ago but. what the fuck

[@ronnugents]

The fish your lady friend caught is called a kelp fish. They are great eating and have no size limit! :)

[@randyorton1647]

12 inches

[@SuperBaconFishing]

Thank you, I couldn't figure out what that was, I caught them in Dana point for a bit, then they moved out or something.

[@lawriequinney1793]

Man I rate these old video's so good to see how far you've progressed. After a long day at work in the city I love coming back to these clips - keep going man.You're always welcome in Manchester, UK.

[@harmonyeternal]

Matt, as a California native myself (though I have lived in Japan since 2005) I love deep sea fishing especially in the Monterrey area and along the central coast; I absolutely love your episodes -- it is my t.v. show of choice in Japan. Keep it up bro. Thank you!!!

[@shym9933]

I love fishing so much and I sure do miss it, but watching makes me happy.

[@casualentrepreneur557]

i love your videos because you actually seem like a person instead of those other fishing channels which have supreme fishing gear and amazing everything which is really intimidating for someone who can only afford basics you make fishing easier to learn and a lot less intimidating so I feel really happy watching your videos because they're welcome for everyone to learn sea fishing and crabbing which has really helped me start fishing and now I love it I love your vids man. watching from the UK and a 13 year old at that

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

you don't need expensive gear for surf fishing. I'm about to buy a favorite ol salty reel 5000 series for around $65 u.s dollars and a ande surf competition rod for $67. Thats chump change for you british.

[@jocelynnguyen2812]

Man, I miss your videos. So glad the old ones are still up! I started fishing a lot more in the last year so it’s fun to rewatch and actually understand what tf you’re talking about 😄 I can’t believe this was your first lingcod! Hope you are staying safe and sane and getting ready to get back out there when we’re all allowed to again.

[@egomez1225]

Same!! I hope he heals up soon I’m pretty sure he’s walking again

[@JOEYHIPHOP2008]

Today is my moms birthday 6/1. She past away from lung cancer last may 23, 2016 Today she would have been 71 .Your videos of all that you shared is a great way to relax and enjoy my moms birthday .. That you Fisherman's life . ⚓

[@tommyzb]

You were right. The horney fish is called a Bullhead. They do grow larger. Especially in the ocean

[@briannahillman3458]

Dying with laughter when the girl said “he’s like a little roly poly. Made my day

[@amiran7359]

Walking along the shore of low tide is a very unique feeling. Its like you are in another world. I feel that everyone should experience that at some point in their life.

[@johntaylor1416]

The small fish was a kelp fish or small giant kelp. The last fish was a horned sculpin. Forgive my spelling if it's not 100%accurate

[@TheFishingDoctorsAdventures]

VERY nice video and fish! Thanks for the video keep it up. I MISS MY KAYAK FISHING DAYS ON THE central coast of California off Big Sur. Those were great adventures. Some of my best days fishing ever for sure!

[@secretagentkay5670]

HEY! I KNOW YOU! Your that guy who use to fish at big bear.

[@TheFishingDoctorsAdventures]

Kevin miller yeah that's me

[@sharonkasper5126]

Nice to see a dedicated fisherman and ready to go at the crack of dawn.

[@zacharylim7240]

MATTS?! Dude, its Zach Lim! It is amazing seeing you doing this! I went down the herpetology route, studying reptiles and amphibians, but still fish! I'll email you!!!

[@rickylandry9979]

TJ your a lucky dude Jan has the best personality and is absolutely adorable. Wish you both much success in Alaska. I know you guys are going to kill it.

[@mattheworam6388]

Love your stuff dude, you really seem to respect the outdoors.

[@rodpace206]

this is one of the better quality videos I have ever seen the clarity is great.

[@ginofanucchi5473]

I fish in Carmel on the rocks. My first lingcod was 28 inches, my pb lingcod is 42 inches and 47.89 lbs, awesome fight. Great vid👍

[@daddiosreelfishing5113]

Dude i watch u all the time..its great for easing my ptsd..thanks bro

[@redveiner]

One day at a time, John.

[@sungcha3563]

Sculpins are my all time favorite for fish chowder or fish stew. Excellent eating. Handle with care, very spiny.

[@cloudycurly]

This channel is becoming one of my most watched channels!

[@pamelapettit-holt1520]

I love San Fran. Haven't been in a couple of yrs. last time I was there however the food at the warf was bad and I threw it all away. I guess the weather is what I like most. I even like the fog. I ride over from Vallejo across the bay. I'd like to just go there and fish sometime but I don't know where to go. I'd like to just get on a plane and then rent a car and fish the rocks, man I like that lingcod you caught. I never have caught one. I fish here in so cal at Newport and San Diego once in a while. I like the twilight charters because there are fewer people on the boat. This is my wife's computer so her name is on at the bottom. I like all your videos and have seen them all I bet. I like the simple yet informative way you bring it all together. Also the cooking part always makes me hungry. A guy don't need no damn coating on his fresh fish I have learned that just simple an fried with butter and avacado works for me. Anyway amigo keep those videos rollin. Your friend j.R. Holt yucaipa ca U.S.A.

[@simondauth7892]

The last fish is a long horn sculpin

[@Jazzywazz]

Euw! Narly! He looked pretty pissed! Dangerous!!

[@harrisonpadur8050]

It’s actually a Buffalo sculpin

[@allanclose9684]

Try a bobber and a bobber stopper and slide stopper up main line to the depth you want to fish and you wont be loosing any gear. your depth should be 2 or 3 foot off bottom as fish look up. I suggest 20 pound test line as lings can get huge, and rocks wont tear up your line so much.

[@snksnk68]

I think that devil was a Buffalo Sculpin. Awesome looking fish!

[@elixirsg8739]

You’re so chill bro I love your vids

[@undercoverthunder5523]

i dont even fish, haven't fished once all my life. But i watch tons of your videos for the catch and cook in nature. Awesome videos man, great editing as well. Maybe i'll learn how to fish.

[@Martin_Jou]

That fish that was called a devil is called a stag horn sculpin

[@robtrombley3456]

not enough likes, lol

[@willderhoonin]

biggest one ever?

[@junglejonny1000]

You should totally do a mussels or clams catch and cook. Those are crazy yummy. Just a stick (1/2 cup) of butter and 1/4 cup or juice of 1 lemon and a little minced garlic to make a sauce is all you need.

[@thechopstickkid]

I don't know why they call them light houses. They're pretty heavy

[@fishingforbassgrowing3309]

Atlas Syvoravong lol

[@thomasvansant3377]

A fine addition to my dad joke collection

[@GorbieHdr]

Oh my god why is this so amazing

[@DavidGarcia-pi9wn]

TheChopstickKid big chungus

[@AhnkoCheeOutdoors]

Your friend's girlfriend is HILARIOUS, love her reaction and descriptions of that last ugly horny fish. Does she say "he's cute, I'm dumb" @ 10:24 ? She is NOT dumb, she's a crack-up. Mahalo for another fun video Matt, I've visited both places you went this day but never fished them, can't afford the non-resident license so just fish the piers for free. I think that first strange fish @ 7:21 is a immature Kelpfish (Heterostichus rostratus). Congrats on your very first Lingcod, VERY nice! My bro-in-law catches those in SF Bay from party boats I think fishing near Alcatraz. Aloha!

[@FishermansLife]

+Ahnko Chee Outdoors aloha! Thanks buddy. That lingcod was so fun. Got me wanting to catch another. I'm trying to scout out a new spot in SF by lands end for lings and cabbies...will post a video if I'm successful!

[@tedparker2164]

Garbage bags work great and are easily transportable in a pocket!Fun videos!

[@jenniferadams8577]

I liked the emojis and the funny addition of text on screen 👍🏻

[@kristinsouthall8481]

That small fish that she caught was a small kelp greenling

[@dreampop626]

thats what i thought. people say even the big sea trout taste bad, but they are pretty good

[@Broxty]

Kristin Southall nope. Longhorn sculpin.

[@cmcmillan22]

the small fish was a juvinile kelp greenling.

[@cmcmillan22]

maybe people are confusing fish. the one at 7:22 is definitely a kelp greenling. the one at 9:34 is a sculpin.

[@ksungjin10]

but its clearly red

[@fishduckdog]

Garbage bag days! And bread bags on the feet 🦶 inside boots that leak! Let the adventures begin! I remember!

[@FishingAdventuresDubai]

awesome video bro, really love your work, the style of your videos, the pace, the shooting, the editing, music, everything is very relaxed and laid back, your channel is now my favorite fishing videos channel. keep up the great work, you give blacktiph and chew on this a run for their money

[@TrealPhil415]

Caught a few of those horned fish with a buddy over the weekend, had to find this video again to figure out what they were. Great channel man.

[@JoseSanchez-fu9cy]

Subscribed!! Loved the quality of it. Amazing location. Wish I had a few places like that to fish at. Keep up the great work.

[@FishermansLife]

Woo Thanks!! I bet there is a spot somewhere where you live, just gotta scope it out

[@Lasurge1982]

The last fish is a bullhead. I catch them up in Oregon all the time

[@bradhamilton5283]

give spearfishing a try it's superior to rod and reel fishing and swimming in the ocean (seeing the ocean life and fish swim) is def more fun than just sitting there and waiting. I catch Lingcod all the time and big ones too.

[@FishermansLife]

+brad Hamilton I would love to get into spearfishing. My friend has told me all about it. Much more efficient way of getting fish too and it must be a great experience. Going to look into getting some gear soon

[@paulwa5425]

Lived in SF and Sunnyvale. I moved away to the PNW about 20 years ago and the one thing I REALLY miss about the Bay Area is the terrific fishing: fresh and salt water...... We have good fishing up here to be sure, but the seasons are not as long. Nice vid. I've watched a bunch of your vids and they all bring back pleasant memories. Keep 'em comin'!!!!!

[@erickgodina6547]

I have family that live in pescado and some of the best surf rockfishing I’ve done has been north of that light house

[@dansSawfish5604]

That's grate from the shore good job . I do all my ling from A boat but I do all my Salmon from the beach Chinook & Coho.

[@SheldonBeldon]

9:01 "I BELIEVE I CAN FLY"

[@will1990915]

watching your video kinda made my Tuesday go faster..

[@Mordecai691]

Those ling cod gills will tear your hands up

[@vsonic86]

Damn even it is raining, the fish still biting. That is nice.

[@HN_DE]

October 2018. awesome to see ur development. Love ur videos.

[@edwardstgeorge6624]

Another great video. Fisherman’s Life! Thank you so much. Ed from So Cal.

[@OutNAbout415]

Great video matts......i havent been down to pescadero since i was a kid!

[@FishermansLife]

+OutNAbout415 there's some -1.7 tides coming up in June. Good time to go back and reminisce!

[@shotgunaaron]

Bro keep these videos coming. Your up to 174k followers last I checked. You might have also convinced me to start surf fishing again...... I mostly hunt w/ a shotgun... ;-)

[@sebbyss666]

Your videos are well edited and nicely done! your channel needs more attention! Keep up the great work & tight lines!

[@FishermansLife]

+Sebastian Sibilia (COOLMOUSE3) Thanks appreciate it man. Comments like this keep me motivated!

[@chrisp1500]

That smiling sculpin is Grandpa from The Munsters

[@scorpiontube712]

Nice Video matts!! And Congrats on your first Lingcod🐟

[@FishermansLife]

+scorpiontube712 Thanks bro!!

[@RChillbillies]

Nice Ling! Love all your videos, can't wait for the next one!

[@ChuSupport]

For those of you wondering that fish is the Gremlin Boss from The Spiderwick Chronicles

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

I speared a ling oh i dont know 14 years ago in monterey. Now i'm headed to fort bragg to catch one on the rod and reel. Wish me luck.

[@FishermansLife]

Good luck!!

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Not sure if you know, you have never said, but count the wave every 7th one is going to be larger so you can dodge out of the way.

[@worthybasilius7520]

the baby fish you caught is really good! I don't know name but Im sure the meat of that fish is really good!

[@user-jc5nf6zr4c]

little one is a tidepool gunnel & smiling fish is a very tasty full grown bullhead

[@ghettoguero2396]

That last fish might what folks in Oregon call a "red Irish lord" I think it might be a sculpin species. This would be the very very southern tip of their range from what I know but they can be found all the way to Santa Cruz.

[@ItzRetz]

That little fish that she caught looked sort of like some kind of wrasse. Not sure.

[@willtran6624]

more like a goby/blenny than a wrasse

[@LachlanThistlethwaite]

the barred search at 7 ;45 is an average to small here in bc. my largest was 16 inches.

[@gambittandreas6756]

lol I like her comment.."his smiling ...his handsome ..." great video

[@gaffar92]

that mountain of shell you should take some and make some delicious bbq shell. that shell very delicious bro

[@yushuu6866]

"look its 5:45" When its actually 5:44 xD

[@kristibarkley283]

Great video once again! Love the editing. Gives me hope to catch a ling

[@FishermansLife]

+Kristi Barkley Thanks! If you can find a calm rocky shoreline with deep water I think your chances are good!

[@isaacorr13]

I love your content! Keep the videos coming

[@gidejob3973]

that' a great shore fishing sesh. pretty lucky

[@CrunkyOMan83]

Another awesome fishing video, keep up the good work. MORE VIDEOS !

[@FishermansLife]

+CrunkyOMan 83 Thanks man, long time no talk!

[@pamelapettit-holt1520]

I love too surf fish, it's slow going but the rewards are worth it

[@getout6899]

Bait in the water = better chances. love your videos

[@bassinbilliards6279]

I jist cought my first Short horned sculpin/bullhead/scorpion fish etc. I call the the devil fish too haha. He was literally twice the size. Thought I had a legal cab until I saw the eyes 10' down. Took a couple good picks. Wish I put him on the scale and measured him. Got too excited.

[@BlueCoastFishing]

great job Matt

[@mariotovar6197]

Whatever works, yes. Like that phrase.

[@danieldelima2436]

The hole is such a igneous idea

[@fatboy892]

I went to pigeon point before my fishing story there was i use little bluegill hooks and i caught a whole bunch of pearch with waxworm

[@SINALOA112973]

looks like a nice place to fish ive nvr caught a ling before but dying to try it

[@f33rnofish]

Great quality vid, man. Good hunt and good fun.

[@Jerome00]

Yes it's a type of coastal rock wrasse

[@striper4evr]

That's a nice ling Matts!! 👍🏽😃

[@FishermansLife]

+Striper4evr Thanks Rodney :) my first one! So exciting...think it's got me hooked for more!

[@striper4evr]

+Matts Withans That's a monster in my book. Haven't caught one yet from the surf. Congrats bro!!!

[@jakedassan4117]

You threw that last fish right on its head in 6 inches of water

[@FishingAdventuresDubai]

agree, that was not a very good release. hope the fish turned out well. i wonder what that fish is called.

[@SINALOA112973]

ive nvr been up that way to fish looks like theres plenty awsome fishing bro

[@izzie930]

so cool! congrats on the ling! my bf and i tried catching some in santa cruz from a skiff without much luck (but we did see a great white).maybe we should try shore fishing next time!

[@FishermansLife]

Thank you! If you try shore fishing for rock crab A day with calm wind and low swells is always better. Funny because one of the next things I want to do with my friends it to rent a small boat from santa cruz and try our luck out there! Like trading places

[@AlPal5000]

nice ling, man! next time if you're gonna fillet him, I wouldn't even bother gutting him...you can execute the fillet purely externally, working the knife down along the spine

[@FishermansLife]

for sure. Thanks man. That was my first ling and I normally cook them whole. When I got home I realized it was too big!. Next time

[@yahwehskid4819]

The log scene! LOL

[@jessekelly859]

This is awesome man always wanted to catch a ling cod I'm in the valley mite have to make a trip out there. Good job man tight lines

[@shotgunaaron]

Get out to the coast Jesse Boy... well worth the drive!

[@TowMan127]

Great video. Beautiful scenery.

[@salmonfish1145]

Girl: He's handsome, he's beautiful Guy: He is the ugliest thing ever. Well dude, I think you have a rival in love now. Better start prepping against that fish.

[@HypergaugeDIY]

That is a nice Lingcod. I went to the same spot a couple times but caught nothing. congratulation.

[@rylanstockdale1092]

I’m pretty sure that was a type of sculpin

[@chaseborchers]

I've been wanting to dive that spot next to that lighthouse for a long time now, but it feels too sharky. Great videos man! Also it looks like we're neighbors, I'm 47th and Rivera

[@gwbublitz]

personally, i find the eseyest way to fish is with a long stick with a dangling hook tied to the end, no reel, barely any strugle

[@FishermansLife]

We call that Poke Poling over here. Good way to get em for sure. Especially in the shallows at low tide

[@POWEREDBYBOOG]

Love ur vids man...keep it up...im from the bay too

[@FishermansLife]

Thanks bro!

[@nickbenson8967]

That little fish is kelp greenling

[@josephsaeteurn9158]

Nice catch on the Ling. Heard the area is frequent by GWS or so i've been told.

[@ewasankari]

that fish in the very begining is called a Great Sculpin. they are pretty rare. nice catch

[@billsmith-rq7ki]

I think it was a buffalo

[@luisr6372]

Great video bro. congrats on your firat lingcod. Try using whole squids and sardines. caught my share of monster like that.

[@FishermansLife]

thanks man. Going to try whole squid and shrimp fly's next time