Marathon FLOrida Fishing: Step One: Prospecting Fishing Spots

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KEY WEST KAYAK FISHING: Equipment Used
The RODS AND REELS:
1) Esky Rods - Spinning 7' (Med 12-15lb Saltwater) - Slow Parabolic Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(8) and Reel Seat.
- Quantum Cabo 4000
-20lb Power Pro
2) Esky Rods - Spinning 7' (Med/Hvy 15-20lb Saltwater) - Fast Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(8) and Reel Seat.
- Quantum Cabo 5000
-30lb Power Pro
3) Esky Rods - Spinning 7' (Med 12-15lb Saltwater) - Med Fast Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(8) and Reel Seat.
- Quantum Cabo 6000
-50lb Power Pro
4) Esky Rods - Spinning 6'4" (25-30lb Saltwater) - Mod-Fast Action - Solid Carbon - Fuji Guides(9) and Reel Seat.
- Shimano Torium 16
-65lb Power Pro
Esky Rods
920 B Kennedy Drive
Key West, Fl 30040
305-896-4637
[e-mail]
www.eskyrods.com/
The Kayaks
1) 2010 Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140.
2) 2012 Hobie Adventure Island w/ Outboard Motor Mount
- 2010 Suzuki 2.5 HP 4-Stroke Outboard
- Lowrance Hook-5
The Rods/Reels (RETIRED)
1) 7' MH Shimano Teramar, TMS-X70MH, Line Wt. 10-20lb, Lure Wt 1/2-1 1/2oz, Power: Medium Heavy, Action: Extra Fast
- Penn Conflict 4000
- Power Pro 20lb
- Power Pro 10lb
- Andes 15lb pink mono
2) 7' H Shimano Teramar, TMS-F70H, Line Wt. 15-20lb, Lure Wt 1/2-2oz, Power: Heavy, Action: Med Fast
- Penn Conflict 6000
- Power Pro 65lb
3) 5'8" XH Shimano Treval Jigging Trigger Rod, TVC-58XH, Line Wt. 80-200, Lure Wt, 160 - 270grams, PowerExtra Heavy
- Shimano Torium 16
- Power Pro 65lb
4) 7'6" M Hurricane Calico Jack IM7, CAJ-457, Line Wt. 8-17lb, Lure Wt 3/8-3/4oz, Power: Medium
- Shimano Solstace 4000 FI
- Power Pro 20lb
5) 6' Ande Tournament Stand Up Rod, ASU-601A SDRMH, Line Wt. 20-50, Power: Medium Heavy
- Shimano TLD-30A 2-Speed
- Power Pro 65lb
6) 6'6" Shimano Trevala, TVC-66MH, Line Wt. 50-100lb, Jig Wt 50-100g, Power: Medium Heavy, Action: Medium Fast
- Abu Garcia 6500C3
- Power Pro 30lb
7) 7' Shimano Trevala, TVC-70ML, Line Wt. 20-50lb, Jig Wt 55-135g, Power: Medium Light, Action: Medium Fast
- Abu Garcia 6500C3
- Power Pro 30lb
Plus a few other misc saltwater rigs that are used sparingly and some Bass rigs which I won't use in salt water.
Cast Nets
-5' 3/8" Plastic enclosed weights
-6' 3/16" Super Spreader SS-1000 1 lb per foot
-7' 3/8" Mako 1lb per foot
Filming
GoPro Hero 8 Black
GoPro Hero 4 Black with Sennheiser MKE2 Elements waterproof microphone.
GoPro Hero 4 Silver
GoPro Hero 3 Black
Panasonic G7
-14-42mm F3.5-5.8
-20mm F1.7
Software: Adobe Premeire Elements and Photoshop Elements
The Car - 1997 Honda Civic Hatchback DX
The Motorcycle - 1997 BMW F650
Header Graphic Created By: Jeff Kaphingst (www.jeffthedesigner.com) (www.rack30.com)

[@Grottolova]

You should consider a Teaching position in Monroe county. You have the knack.

[@chadjohnny328]

InstaBlaster

[@timboyle1088]

I’ve been watching countless videos to prepare for an upcoming Keys trip.A lot of great ones out there but this is by far the most helpful.Thanks for the post!!

[@RichLeighton]

Excellent video, Steve! Even your non-fishing videos kick ass!

[@Scar_117]

Good to see a new video! Can't wait to watch the future videos and see what adventures lie ahead!

[@armisteadwhitney1295]

This is really great! Thank you! Finally, an easy to understand video on fishing Marathon!

[@carlhanton]

I really enjoy your channel. I appreciate that you throw in the educational content, catch and cook, how to, etc, as well as good content on the water catching fish. Looking forward to the new Marathon content. Like it there much more than Key West.

[@fishingwithjoeg9631]

Thanks for the education Steve. I'm waiting for your next fishing Trip.

[@velalbert]

Awesome video! being a subscriber and watching all your videos for years now, learning is the key so thank you 1 million.

[@frankiev-tech4630]

Brotha! Thank you! Thank you! Thaaaannnnkyouuuuuuuuuuu!!!!! Finally someone explains how to find trends in my favorite fishing area! Dude this is great information...it makes total sense to me now with finding areas versus the weather.! especially where those currents run! Excellent explanation man I really appreciate it! we'll most likely bump to each other one day!

[@chrisz.9974]

Been waiting for this video for years!

[@francus7227]

Ever apply it? Catch any?

[@deltakilo5797]

Yea baby! Wanting to move to Florida more because of this explanation. Thank you for your Keys expertise 🔥💪

[@KGeezydad1]

Thanks for the education,,, fishing professor...great video

[@doubledforge]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and The Board of Knowledge.I learned a lot.

[@Charsept]

Relocation! I don't remember hearing about that. That's exciting!

[@cayogator]

I've been coming down from Central Fla. since mid 70s...Marathon used to be my fav spot...but now, it's too crowded great instructional vid! I hope you try "Seven Mile" for some HUGE tarpon

[@webincomeincome8767]

Enjoy your videos. Heading to Duck Key for 10 days over Christmas and staying in a rental house right on the water....Yay! Taking my 24 ft Scout bay boat and have been many times before. Expecting we will have a blast.

[@cawbaird5711]

Scouting a new area is the best part

[@Raykenn1]

Great video ! I have only made it to the Keys once but, you have me dreaming about doing it again.

[@tripp4508]

Coming down to key colony this Sunday, maybe catch at the fisheries if you stop by. From what you said, you only live down the road feom tye condo. Always love the information you provide. Mrs and I wont be kayaking but sure hope to get some mangroves and yellowtail. Maybe a tarpon or blacktip to spice things up. Enjoy and good luck my friend

[@HannyaShibuya]

Great vid!

[@angelroche6289]

Awesome video very in depth and informative as always best of luck in Marathon I’m sure you will love it.... can you do a vid for wade fishing and how you look for those spots in the keys?

[@alfredotrejo6593]

Yo e mirado todo su video desde hace mucho tiempo y e aprendido mucho de usted

[@raulito202]

Love your channel

[@11ccom]

Lived in Grassy key for a time. Worked at the Boat House in Marathon and Duck Key Marina. Mainly fished all the time...mainly ocean side. Brother in law was Harry Spear the flats guide in the 80s. Caught everything on flats and bridges...then figured out sails off long key bridge by the structure that was dump from bridges. Moved to Texas and fresh water fishing is not the same. I could go to the keys today and catch anything.

[@animetrash9110]

I live in ramrod key and I know all your locations. They’re my spots now. 🙏 Thank you.

[@123windyron]

Truelly a fantastic educational video great thanks very very much...

[@lesterpaulavera3262]

Awesome video ty

[@johnfernandez3166]

Awesome video brother I grew up in grassy key right where you're talking about all the good fishing I now live in central Florida do vacations in the keys have not been down there since covid Next time I go down I would love to hook up with you and discuss good fishing spots You have a lot of knowledge and know what you're doing it's hard to find people like you Be safe my friend God-bless you and your family ✌️

[@DanTheFishMan]

Headed to marathon in a cpl weeks! Getting ready to catch some fish

[@edgu8774]

:Loved Roby's BTW

[@wendysandy4623]

ecellent job thank you . very helpfull.

[@ferniea92]

Great informative videos, thank you and keep the great work. I'm visiting the keys feb6 for a week. I know this is probably a question that could be answered many ways , but , I'm a shore angler, one spot one bait you can recommend?

[@brandonmann4652]

Screw paying for charters I learned everything for fishing the keys from your videos and getting out there. Dont forget about the juvie tampons at 7mile bout launch

[@s.harper7725]

There is a bridge on sadowski that is good for smaller fish. Snappers, grunts and some other stuff. We caught a ton there about a month ago.

[@OPBjorn]

Nice

[@edgu8774]

I just came from the keys on the weekend before the hurricane. I went to scout for possible residency, While 99% of people were welcoming I did get a few that said I was welcome but I cant stay...LOL True story. We say the same thing in Texas for people from California.

[@claytonbusbey122]

A+ Thank you!

[@karenuntz6514]

Get fishing my man! I've rewatched all the old vids, need some new vids! Jonesing here dude!!! 😅😅😅

[@skylarhanley9826]

Haha you heard em boys stop buying shirts soo this man can go fishing. Jk

[@joedansette2050]

Good knowledge thanks for that can use Samsung in my own area thanks again

[@pakde8002]

Anyone who's ever moved to a new area after a long time in a particular place can attest to the fact that the local knowledge you gained over the years doesn't do much for your success in a new place especially if you're going to a totally different environment, say fresh water to salt water or mountain creeks to man made lakes. I moved half way around the world from North Carolina and I've spent many depressing days trying to figure out how to fish all over again. If you can't afford a guide at least find a good seafood market LoL

[@baggedwater4314]

I’ve got a really interesting question .. where do you think fish like tarpon, snook redfish would be if humans never built bridges, jetties, houses, canals. Just a random thought. My guess would be natural reefs and flats & beaches. Off to think about

[@Njjh303]

I’ve hooked up to a couple giant tarpon on the Atlantic side of the cut in the middle of marathon. Just some ideas....

[@frankiev-tech4630]

Yeah and also after sunset or right after 8pm...man there are massive ones feeding along all those bridges.

[@WoodenBoatGuy]

Best way to catch fish fast in a new area is talk the tackle shops AND the people who already regularly fish that area.

[@jaytee3277]

Hey man coming down to marathon next month . Do you have anyone you can recommend for a patch reef chatter ?

[@chucksmith5002]

Waiting on the fishing of the new spots Catch Clean Cook and Ceviche vids

[@ArturoHernandez-cz2ny]

Steve where can I get a map for Biscayne Bay.

[@deltakilo5797]

4-5 commercials would be watchable with this juicy bit.

[@davidsawyer1599]

The board of knowledge!

[@miglioreo2900]

I’m going down to marathon, for the 31st. Any guide recommendations or at least where to start

[@tsb-2489]

waypoint fishing charters, Nate Wheeler captain. tell him Tony Reid sent you. inshore & offshore.

[@cscratchy5126]

first thing to find out is where be the lobsters.

[@johnfernandez3166]

D*** where's your bait store

[@RedfishInc]

Soooooo... no fishing again huh? Hmmmmm BTW your videos are no longer showing up in my suggested videos. I had to go looking to find this one.

[@windowclean100]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@migesfishing7736]

i will be down there fishing for 5 days in nov... i better hire a guide if i dont want to spend my whole time figuring stuff out...LOL

[@francus7227]

Did you catch any fish?

[@fergluis]

Do you have or invite kayakers to go fishing with you. That will be nice.

[@frankiev-tech4630]

Probably not...have you seen his style kayak? You'll slow him down 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeffknowles3952]

Why don't you guide. You diffantly seam to be out there enough. Thing to add is wind direction which will determine water temperature. Fishing around new and full moons will always produce more current and most likely more fish. Another note that ive discovered on the water is fish like stable conditions. Three days high pressure or 3 of low pressure. If the next day after 2 or 3 of the same can produce good result.

[@elijahclaxton7676]

4:25 mouth wipe

[@nellybones7]

So I been trying to come down to Florida but because of this pandemic is on hold, how can I get in touch with u to possibly u taking me and my wife ??

[@baggedwater4314]

5:31

[@jimmyfiggs6293]

Can you watch where the pro guides are taking their clients?

[@francus7227]

No.... Do you need to know why? Let's start with..... You have to have you AND your boat at the same ramp, at the same time, as the guide is departing. Since the chances of a you meeting that monumental requirement are zero, all the other reasons are moot.... huh?

[@troutscout0604]

Are you still in Marathon?

[@mistymorris3432]

Let's fish agian like we did last summer , let's fish agian like we did last year, oh do you remember when this all started, I dont remember when but msnbc got involved in Dec. Of 2015.

[@aliash8599]

My husband and myself want to come down in October. I have wanted to come there for many years. Can you please tell me if it would be safe as far as covid , we would fly down and rent a RV to drive and stay in . Please let me know if we wear masks will we be okay?

[@anthonydetmer]

Rv rental... Good luck on that right now....And of you have to ask this question no you won't be safe. Better stay in your bubble. Stay safe and not trying to be a troll but cmon lmao.

[@aliash8599]

Thank you for your input . I really want to go so bad I guess . Lady chance I got Irma hit , now covid. But I really already knew . Thank you. God bless everyone

[@anthonydetmer]

@@aliash8599 live your life. You have a 99.7% chance of living if you get covid. I like those odds. Be smart. Don't touch handrails then suck your fingers lol. Wash your hands. Keys are a great place to visit and you will be safe. The locals need the business. Go for it. Rv rentals I heard are on like 3 month waiting lists all around the country but bet you can find something if you keep searching. Stay safe 👍🇺🇸

[@francus7227]

Did you ever go? How was it? Catch any fish? How did you find them? What bait? A guild? Did you rent an RV?

[@ThePredsmaniac]

A Guide yeesh and all this time I thot you used the MAGIC 8 ball for location,Bait and how many you would catch..I am really bummed to know the truth!

[@animetrash9110]

Change your channel name to Marathon Kyak Fishing 😂

[@justhookitfishing1853]

I live in marathon lmk when you wanna go fishing for our channel ✌️🤙

[@javman6168]

Let’s be honest, expecting the “similar” results to verify your fishing down to the hour over the course of an entire year is absolutely impossible. Migration patterns change, weather changes, tides change, and those are only the big ones. You can gain an excellent foundation of your fishery by fishing all times of day, tides, and water temps. You don’t need 3000hrs and not even that amount of time will give you the ability to know where a species will be on a specific day at a specific time.

[@jcmoye1]

Guides are a rip off, haven’t had good outings with guides, wast of money. $700 a day no way. Don’t it twice and came up not catching nothing

[@cawbaird5711]

Don't go to Tampa Bay over the last 20 years it has become a madhouse it don't matter what day of the week it is packed I'm in a kayak so the boaters do not respect your privacy and they will literally pull up so close to you and say they're sorry can I offer you a beer or bait and toss it to you that's how close they are. I'm the same way I will fish anywhere there is nobody else and I have to keep my ride in the water so nobody sees my rod bending or they will flock to you like vultures and you will not have a spot no more

[@leftysPub]

Wtf is this..? bye

[@allenwood6313]

You talk to much, you worry me to death. You talk to much you even worry my pet! FISHING channel? Show me some fishing!

[@joerob3449]

Allen Wood settle down my dude. It’s fishing education today tomorrow it will be fishing. Now sit in you desk and pay attention