Reading The Beach - Sandbars, Troughs, Dips - Let The Water Tell You Where To Fish

[@OfficeofthePacific]

Rich, You are the M.I.T. dude for reading the surf... love your videos. You are a great help to so many countless fisherman!

[@richtroxler]

Hi OotP. I'm glad you enjoy my vids and I hope you find the information helpful. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@OfficeofthePacific]

@@richtroxler you as well. I got stuck in Peru and it's not good.

[@richtroxler]

On man, that sucks. I have a friend stuck in Africa.

[@OfficeofthePacific]

@@richtroxler that's horrible. I hope he/she gets out. This whole thing is silly. 3 times worse than our common flu and everyone goes hysterical. I wonder if they knew 1.5 million people died of TB last year would there be chaos till 2040? 🤣😂🤣😂

[@patrickmccambridge]

Hi Rich. I am a 6 year river fly fisherman and want to try the surf. Thank you so much for the video. You don't realize how much you DON'T know until you listen to people like you . Been a life long beach person and had no idea all this beach structure was occurring (except for sandbars). Hope healthier days are in your future. Patrick.

[@richtroxler]

Once again, swamped with work so I apologize for the late reply. Thanks for the kind words and for the sub. Yeah, lots goes on at most beaches and it's the fishes world, so they relate to it all. Had a couple vertigo episodes about 3 weeks back because I pushing too hard. I was fishing late tides that week and one night I fish until 3:30 am, the following night 4:30 am, and then the following night after that I was heading out to fish at around 11:00. I got all the way to the beach and threw a vertigo as I pulled into the parking lot. I turned around and drove home with my head spinning and 40 minutes later when I got home, it was pretty much gone. I should have just taken a nap on the bed in my van lol. Had another vertigo a couple days later (a short one) but nothing since then. At 68 years old, I guess I just can't fish as hard as I'm accustomed to doing lol. I'll never be ready for the couch ;-) Be well and stay safe.

[@birdperson5986]

I have watched the whole series up to this point. I came looking for fishing tips and feel like I'm getting a masterclass. I'm sure that guy's comment was sarcastic. Thanks Rich I might spend the next few nights watching these over and over so I know I didn't miss anything.

[@richtroxler]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching.

[@tomhenschel1104]

Rich...every sport has its “masters” ... YOU are a master! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and hope you continue on the mend.

[@richtroxler]

Hi Tom. The vertigo comes and goes. Right now it's gone and I hope it stays gone, at least for the rest of the fishing season LOL. Thanks for the kind words. I'm just trying to pay a little something forward to a sport that has given me a lifetime of pleasure. There's much more to learning to fish than just catching fish. It's about process, about problem solving, it's building on knowledge and then rebuilding on new knowledge, much like science does. It's thinking in the long term, something that is missing in today's world. I had some guy rag on me because I wasn't telling him where I should throw his sinker and "bate". The only thing I can tell people for sure about surf fishing is that there is no instant gratification lol. Thanks for watching and be well.

[@tireflipper8000]

As I sit here in the dead of winter, crimping up some drum rigs, I am grateful to listen to this video. Rich, you are a fishlanthropist and I always learn while watching your videos. Thank you so much for your contributions to the fishing community! I am already prepping and restocking for the annual core banks trip. Covid messed the last one up but come hell or high water we are going get there this year! Glad you are feeling better, cheers friend!

[@richtroxler]

Hi TF. Very sorry for the late reply. I had vertigo issues again that dragged on for a while but I'm back now. Thanks for the kind words and yeah, it's been a messed up couple of years. 2 falls ago I missed the entire fall run. Last year, I missed the last half of it. Then Covid showed up, which I dodged, then vertigo again lol. I've been spin free for 3 months now, finished my album (long overdue) and working on getting it mastered and out the door. I'm working on a few videos, done some fishing, BUT MOST OF ALL, I'm hoping to make it through a full fall season without any more problems. For the last couple years I've wanted to take 3-4 weeks and just fish my way down the coast from VB to Charleston SC where my sister lives. I put a bed in my van and I've been dreaming of this run for a while and I'm hoping to make it this fall. At 68 y/o I'm still strong as a bull, but I'm not getting any younger, so I want to put a check mark on this one. Here's hoping for a great fall run. Be well.

[@tireflipper8000]

@@richtroxler Hi Rich, vertigo is terrible! I have had a bout of it before as well initially thought it was the end but it wasnt 😅 luckily it went away. Glad to hear you have been without episode for a while such a crappy thing to deal with. We made it this year for our spring trip, first line in the water nabbed a 44.5 then it seemed that the teeth moved in and all the drum went somewhere else for the rest of the trip. Sometimes you slay them sometimes you dont 🙂. The trip sounds amazing! Hopefully you will chronicle your journey.. The strip south of VB to the NC line (back bay) has always seemed magical to me, good mix of fish in that area. Good luck friend! Hope you stay healthy.

[@richtroxler]

Yeah, really hoping to vertigo stays out of the fall fishing picture this year. I need some major pullage to get the blood flowing lol. Be well.

[@curteouslycook]

Thanks so much. Just a novice northerner who fishes at Hilton Head every 2 years with my boys while my wife catches sun. Learn lots that helps from you.

[@richtroxler]

It's all good. Any day on the beach with a rod in your hand is a good day, particularly with your boys. Enjoy, and thanks for watching.

[@domdef100]

Your videos are some of the most informative and well put together. I’m always wishing they were longer. Iv watched some of them 5-10 times and just try to remember all the details while out in the wash.

[@richtroxler]

Thanks for the kind words and for the sub. I enjoy making the videos but they are labor intensive. I'll try and get a few more completed this winter. Thanks for watching. Be well and stay safe.

[@birdperson5986]

Happy to hear your medication got worked out and you were feeling better. I hope that continues to this day. Thanks for the great video.

[@richtroxler]

Hi bird!Sorry for the late reply. I've been working on some music projects and getting some of it out on streaming platforms. I wish I could clone myself LOL. So far so good and thanks for the good wishes and for watching my video

[@joer9150]

Glad to hear you are better. I've watched so many of your videos and rewatched many. You are a great teacher on this subject. Many thanks and keep them coming when you have the time. Thank you.

[@richtroxler]

Hi Joe. Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@scammann1974]

Hey Rich, glad to know that you're feeling better and are back in action! Would like to think it's a karmic reward for your generosity... Be well, buddy!

[@richtroxler]

Thanks for the kind words. I'm hoping to stay in action through this fall fishing season lol. Just came off a 2 month work-a-thon, one of the problems of owning your own business, so the season just got a start without me. I'm pretty beat but I'm going to get out for my first trip tomorrow night, and then basically every fishable night until the end of Oct. Be well and stay safe.

[@mainemonty]

Every day is a gift for sure bud...love nerding out on your vids...take care

[@richtroxler]

Unfortunately, was out of commission again for a while, so for now I'm just trying to get caught up on responding to everyone and trying to finish up on some new content and other stuff. Thanks for hanging in there with me and I'll get this thing going again.

[@stevedamas3412]

Rick, I am sorry to hear of your illness, but am happy that you have recovered.

[@richtroxler]

Been going back and forth. Back for now lol.

[@johnwhittaker346]

RIch I've viewed your videos multiple times - unbelievably helpful. Thank you.

[@richtroxler]

Hi John. Very sorry for the late reply. I had a health issue that dragged on for a while but I'm back now. You are most welcome. I'm glad you found my videos helpful and thank you so much for watching. I'll have new content coming soon. Be well.

[@jas4everchanged]

Personally I am thrilled that you are sharing all of your very valuable knowledge and I even watch these videos multiple times in their entirety. Thank you very much. I would hope that the person was not being sarcastic but some take your Ernest and very valuable information and still have something foolish to say. Who knows why. Maybe it’s their inadequate option of their own knowledge and experience. Thank God that you are feeling better. Every day even every second is a gift from God. Best wishes and may God bless you!!

[@richtroxler]

Hi jas. I'm glad you appreciate the effort I put in to my videos. They do take a fair amount of time and energy. I don't pay much attention to the occasional wise ass and I take every day as it comes and consider myself fortunate to have it. Thanks for the kind words. Be well.

[@MrMichaelDodd]

Thank you for graciously sharing your knowledge. Of all the guys quacking about fishing, I have found few as studied and as helpful. Glad you are on the mend.

[@richtroxler]

Thanks for the kind words Michael, and thanks for the sub.

[@sung-4-I-AM]

I recently discovered your videos. I love their informative content and no, I do not find them boring. I find them essential. Thank you very much.

[@richtroxler]

Thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoy them. Unfortunately, was out of commission again for a while, so for now I'm just trying to get caught up on responding to everyone and trying to finish up on some new content and other stuff. Thanks for hanging in there with me and I'll get this thing going again.

[@joaoteodoro4458]

Hi Rich, i'm a fisher from Portugal, and i m glad to find your channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. A mind open. I wish u the best!

[@richtroxler]

Well hello Joao. I'm very sorry for my late reply. I had a health issue that dragged on for a while but I'm back now. I'm glad you found my channel and I would also like to hear what kind of fish you catch in Portugal. I always enjoy hearing from subscribers around the world. Thank you for watching and be well.

[@ashwinvasan375]

Glad you’re feeling better! Thanks for all this content I’m learning a ton!

[@richtroxler]

Hi Ashwin. Glad you are finding my videos useful. Thanks for watching.

[@bigdeliciousband]

You have quite a series on reading the beach! Very eye-opening - thanks for the valuable info. Glad you're doing well.

[@richtroxler]

Thanks big. Thank for watching and for the kind words. I hope I get to fish this spring and not get stuck in lock down. If it ain't one thing it's another lol. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@ElRipper100]

Wow what great explanation. Thank you Prof Troxler. The USA is blessed with lots of coastline.

[@richtroxler]

Hi Lud. You are very welcome. The US does have a lot of coastline and a lot of different type coastline. Thanks for watching!

[@derekjackson3990]

You make the best videos man! I’m without a doubt the worst fisherman on the planet, but I’m going to watch your videos and give it another go. Thanks again sir!

[@richtroxler]

Hello again Derek. Fishing is a life long learning process. Enjoy the ride and savor every little victory. Thank you for watching and be well.

[@jertan487]

Another great video Rich. Happy to hear your doing better

[@richtroxler]

Thanks jer tan. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@Exploremorefishing]

Great Information as always and I'm happy to hear you're doing well ✌🏻

[@richtroxler]

Thanks diesel. Of course now that I'm feeling better I'll probably get ordered to stay in my house until further notice. Good luck with that, they'll be chasing me up and down the beach ;-) If you haven't already done so, don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss anything. Stay safe through these trying times.

[@idkwhattouseforname]

Excellent video. These are truly gifts to beginner and intermediate fishermen

[@richtroxler]

Once again, swamped with work so I apologize for the late reply. Thanks for the kind words and for watching. Thanks for the sub also. Be well and stay safe.

[@MiguelRodriguez-ix6lo]

Thanks, Rich!! Your lessons are very much appreciated. You’re the man. Wishing you health and wealth!

[@richtroxler]

Thanks Miguel. Unfortunately, was out of commission again for a while, so for now I'm just trying to get caught up on responding to everyone and trying to finish up on some new content and other stuff. Thanks for hanging in there with me and I'll get this thing going again.

[@keithr4224]

Nice job. Glad you’re back

[@richtroxler]

Thanks Keith. Good to be back. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@juanarana1483]

This video is awesome. Glad you are feeling better!!

[@richtroxler]

Thanks Juan, and thank you for watching. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@PartisanOgrae]

Good to hear you're doing better. Thanks for the great video!

[@richtroxler]

Thanks Dustin. Now I'm hoping I don't get locked down because of Covid-19. They'll have to chase me up and down the beach lol. Thanks for watching and stay safe during these trying times.

[@brucedrukker1195]

Thank you sir, you are a fount of knowledge! I’m over in San Diego. Those of us who fish from shore focus mainly on halibut, corbina and surf perch. What I’ve learned from your videos is priceless. I used to just see a beach, but now I actually see the beach for what it really is. Glad to hear you are feeling better. Thanks again!

[@richtroxler]

Hi Bruce. Halibut from shore, that must be a blast! Thank you for the kind words and I'm glad you found my videos useful. I hope they help you on your surf fishing journey. Be well and stay safe.

[@thematrixisreal9525]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, glad you're doing better!

[@richtroxler]

Unfortunately, was out of commission again for a while, so for now I'm just trying to get caught up on responding to everyone and trying to finish up on some new content and other stuff. Thanks for hanging in there with me and I'll get this thing going again.

[@stevedamas3412]

Rick, thank you for you insights and suggestions. Please, keep them coming.

[@richtroxler]

Hi Steve. Very sorry for the late reply. I had a health issue that dragged on for a while but I'm back now. You are very welcome and thank you for watching.

[@edwardcresci1436]

I just watched 5 or 6 of your videos in a row. Such tremendous information. Thank you and continued good health!

[@richtroxler]

Thanks for watching and continued good health to everybody. These are strange days indeed. Be well.

[@jefferyduran9852]

Good to see you back Rich, as always great presentation... Thank you!

[@richtroxler]

Hi Jeffery. Good to be back and thank you for watching. Stay safe.

[@beforeafterkitchenandbathr3265]

Wow..great information thank you for sharing all that knowledge. As a starter I never even thought about it now I'm looking forward to seeing the beach from a totally different perspective. Again thank you and hopping you are well.

[@richtroxler]

You are very welcome and thanks for watching. And thanks for the sub. Be well and stay safe.

[@stsomewhereP30]

Thank you for taking the time to put theses videos together. I watch a ton of fishing videos, but I have yet to come across videos that have such a good explanation of an approach to fish the beach. Also, I am very glad to hear you are on the mend. Each day is a blessing and hope you stay in good health.

[@richtroxler]

Thank you for you kind words and wishes and for taking the time to watch my videos. I hope they help you on your surf fishing journey. Be well and stay safe.

[@lucatozzimusic]

Thanks for those videos! Very clear and spot on!

[@richtroxler]

Hi Luca. Very sorry for the late reply. I had a health issue that dragged on for a while but I'm back now. Glad you enjoyed my videos. I hope you find them useful. Thanks for watching.

[@steveschwier4782]

It's good to to hear that you are feeling better. I love watching your content. I learn, so much about fishing off the beach.

[@richtroxler]

Hi Steve. Thanks for the kind words and I'm glad you find my information useful. Thank you for watching and stay safe.

[@loley235]

Rich thank you for this man it’s great stuff I was still pretty novice when it came to reading the beach and identifying the right spots but your videos helped me understand so much You are the man 👍🤙🏻

[@richtroxler]

Hi Matthew. You're very welcome. I'm glad you found my video helpful and thanks for watching. Be well.

[@1539Mickey]

Hi Rich, Glad you're feeling better. Thank you for sharing all your informative videos. Many years of experience in those videos. Thanks, Mickey

[@richtroxler]

Hi Mickey. I'm glad to be feeling better. You are very welcome. I hope you find the information useful and thanks for watching. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@1539Mickey]

Hi Rich, I've learned a lot from your videos. Thanks again and take care, Mickey

[@NuGrungeMetal]

Wishing you the best in health and thank you for your passion and knowledge

[@richtroxler]

Hi Michael. Sorry for the late reply. been on a 7 day a week work binge. Thank you for your kind wishes, they are appreciated. And thank you for your sub. Be well and stay safe.

[@diamondhandsandrocketships6881]

Godspeed Richtrox. Thank you for your priceless information

[@richtroxler]

Thank you Josue and you are most welcome. I hope you find the information useful. Thank you for watching and stay safe.

[@sharonyosef6386]

thank you so match for sharing your experiance.take care.

[@richtroxler]

The pleasure was mine. Thank you for watching and be well.

[@aliceduser6347]

Great to hear your health is on the mend!

[@richtroxler]

It's been pretty good for the past year. Had a few vertigo bouts during the fall fishing season, but when your 68 and out fishing until 4:30 every night, I guess I was asking for it lol. All in all, I can't complain compared to what I went through. Thanks for your thoughts and have a pleasant holiday.

[@marykonchar]

Happy to hear that you are well. Thanks for the great video!

[@richtroxler]

Hi Mary. Sorry for my late reply. I am very happy to be doing well and have avoided Covid so far. I have started taking on work again, but leaving enough time to do some fishing. Thank you for watching and stay safe.

[@timmow4909]

Awesome video thanks for uploading !

[@richtroxler]

Once again, swamped with work so I apologize for the late reply. Thanks for the kind words and you are welcome. Be well and stay safe.

[@youngskiers4649]

Great information....heading to the Outer Banks and will do some Surf Casting while on vacation for the week. I feel a little bit more knowledgeable now with the help of your videos. Thank you

[@richtroxler]

Hi YS. Very sorry for the late reply. I had a health issue that dragged on for a while but I'm back now. OBX has some great areas., so good luck and enjoy your vaca (if you haven't already taken it lol). Thanks for watching!

[@pk-sy3nd]

Very nice and helpful video 👍👍💪💪

[@richtroxler]

Thank you and thanks for watching.

[@stick4793]

Great video- thank you for taking the time to do this. I get a lot out of your common-sense approach!

[@richtroxler]

You're welcome stick. I'm glad you find them useful and thanks for watching. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@markredy6558]

Great video Rich! Just found your channel. I had my first bout of vertigo over the summer and lasted over a month. It really gave me a new appreciation for everything!

[@richtroxler]

Hi Mark. I hope you enjoy my videos. Yup, vertigo is no fun, that's for sure. With Meniere's disease in my right ear, I'll have to deal with it off and on for the rest of my life. It seems to be under control via meds but does rear it's ugly little head every now and again when I push to hard. My biggest problem is I don't get enough rest aka burn the candle at both ends and that's when it hits me. And like you it changed the way I look at things. My new saying is that "Every day is a gift, to be appreciated, and NEVER taken for granted." I hope yours stays away. Be well and stay safe.

[@prachakleelauva9506]

Great info thank you !

[@richtroxler]

You are most welcome and thanks for watching. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@WethePeopleMK]

KEEP THEM COMING...Thanks Rich!!

[@richtroxler]

Hi MK. If we get locked down, it might be all I have to do to keep from going crazy lol. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@WethePeopleMK]

@@richtroxler glad your feeling better. stay healthy!!!

[@austinrutcofsky1381]

Amazing Stuff Rich, thank you!

[@richtroxler]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gerardfenn3988]

Hey Rich, Gerry in Ponte Vedra FL. You sound so much like John Skinner. I'm from NYC area and know and have fished Long Island. The beaches here in my area did confuse me as I was remembering the beaches from up north. We are now in the end of the Pompano migration and this video did make me rethink what to look for on the beach. Mostly the current sweeps southward and sputniks are required to hold ground. Water color is also hard to read because the transition from shallow to deep is way beyond my casting distance. You have reinforced to me that I don't have to try and bomb it out there because Pompano like coquina clams, (periwinkles), and sand fleas which are at the low water line when the waves recede. You gave me a new tactic to try. Go for the troughs and holes which I have seen at low tide and try closer casts. The Pomps are after bait and I see the bait close to shore. No need for the 14' Pompano rods but a nice 10-11 footer would do. Glad to hear your feeling better and will wet your lines again in Va. Beach and NC. Go get a nice one. Gerry

[@richtroxler]

Hi Gerry. Very sorry for the late reply. I had a health issues again that dragged on for a while but I'm back now. I've known John for a long time. We were both affiliated with noreast.com back in it's heyday. He's a regular on Zeno's Surfcaster's Journal now I think. I haven't spoken to him since I moved down here, but I've messaged Zeno a few times. I should keep better contact with them. I still talk to the greek all the time. I have to agree with you, the beaches in Va are different than up north but not as different as FL. Even up north, there were times when the bass were right up on the shore eating mole crabs (with sponge) or after a wicked blow when the surf clams would get washed up and cracked around the inlets and groins. Bait and structure, in that order. Structure, without bait is nothing. Bait will find structure, predators will find structure, the fisherman's job is to find all three. Thanks for watching and I will be having new content coming in the near future. Be well.

[@stanp6383]

Your tips helped my son catch his first bass ever (my profile pic). 43 lbs 46 inches. Thank you so much for your help

[@richtroxler]

Hi Stan. Dang, that's an impressive first bass! Give your son a big high five for me! I'm glad you found my information useful and thank you for watching. If you haven't already done so, don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss anything. Stay safe through these trying times.

[@g-modb8389]

Thank you for sharing so much knowledge sir, great delivery as well, it makes me happy to know you’re recovering and keep enjoying life.

[@richtroxler]

Hi Josh. Thank you for those very kind words. I am enjoying life and I consider every day a gift, to be appreciated, and never taken for granted. That's my new sign off on my videos as well. Be well and stay safe.

[@faisalrafique6107]

Keep up the good work... You are the best of the lot.. Still wondering if you got time for buck tailing on shallow bays... How to use them to get best out of them...

[@faisalrafique6107]

God may give you health!

[@richtroxler]

I'll try to cover that this spring if we're not all confined to out houses. I use them a lot in certain places I fish in late April and May / June so I'll bring the camera and get some footage if I can. Thanks for watching and stay safe during these trying times.

[@onurozuvar6299]

This is a sumary of what u taugth us b4. This is not oceanograpy. This is pure fishing knowledge. I would like to see more on jigs and lures. Modern ones tho. A bus 🚌 hit me in july and bedded for 2 months. İt took me another month to be able to walk to beach 🏖 ı know it feels. How suddenly it can ende or worse paralyse

[@richtroxler]

I'm glad you're feeling better! As for plugs in general, my friend Zeno Hromin put out a book call "The Art of Surfcasting With Lures" that has had 3 pressings but has just gone out of print. You can still get copies most anywhere (ie Amazon, etc.) and it is well worth the price. I might do a few quickies on some unusual jigs / plugs, or different techniques for fishing them. Thanks for watching. Stay safe during these trying times.

[@slammingjack2242]

Thanks for the tips!

[@richtroxler]

This comment just popped up in my feed under "not responded". Apparently it's from 3 years ago. I'm not sure what happened but please accept my most sincere apologies for not responding to your post. I try to respond to everybody who posts on my channel, so a belated thank you for watching my video.

[@hichaminou3578]

thanks from Morocco.

[@richtroxler]

You're very welcome, and thank you for watching.

[@ryanmclaughlin8708]

Great info, quick question i also fish in Virginia, eastern shore to be exact and one thing I’ve noticed is that some waves will break a little bit off the beach then start to build up only slightly smaller and break again into the surf zone, the surface of the water in between the first breaking wave and the last right in the surf zone most times being a frothy white mess. With the waves breaking and reforming slightly smaller ones does this mean there is deeper water in between that the surrounding areas?

[@richtroxler]

Hi Ryan, When a wave breaks on a bar or on bottom, and then continues toward shore as a white frothy mess, this is called a spilling breaker and typically indicates a shallow gradually rising bottom. When a wave breaks on a bar, and the remaining wave reforms with little or no white froth, just a roller that makes it all the way to shore and then plunges, that indicates that there is a trough (deeper water) behind the bar. When waves roll all the way to shore and break on shore, that means deeper water rising sharply at the shoreline. I give a fairly good explanation and some good video footage of these on my video "Understanding Wave & Wave Action" Thanks for watching.

[@justinjunior3600]

Excellent video. Just curious why you moved off Long Island?

[@richtroxler]

Hi Justin. Long story. The short version was that I didn't intend to retire there. Too expensive. It was tough leaving 40 + years of fishing experience behind but it's also been fun learning my new area and species. Keeps life interesting. Thanks for watching. Be well and stay safe.

[@davidmoss1643]

Rich thanks for taking the time to do the videos! Do u ever offer your services as a guide/teacher? I’m also in Va and fish that area

[@richtroxler]

Hi David. I enjoy passing a little something forward to a sport that has given me a whole lot enjoyment through the years, despite the fact that it does take a lot more time and effort than most people realize. As for guide services, I'd have to say no. I've always been pretty much a lone wolf most of my like when it comes to fishing and while I like to teach people how to think and what to look for, I guard my specific spots fairly carefully. Also, I've been fortunate in my 6 years here to be accepted into a fairly tight knit group of locals with whom we share info among ourselves (mostly lol) and I can't betray their trust. However, if you are a subscriber, then there should be a way for you to message me your email. I would be happy to give you insights as to what's going on locally throughout the season. If you can't message me, then look me up on FB (with a message to identify yourself, because I get a load of friend requests). Thanks for watching and stay safe. This area is a bit of a hot spot in VA.

[@philw3353]

Great video Rich! Thanks for putting so much useful information in there, it really helps a newbie like me out :) What rigs are you typically using for the different areas in the surf or for different kinds of fish? Thanks!

[@richtroxler]

Hi Phil. For fishing chunk bait for big Red Drum (VA) and Striped Bass (LI) I use a fish finder rig aka sinker slider rig. It's pretty simple really. Large circle hooks (12/0) snelled on very short 80 lb mono leader (4" or less) to a 230 lb Spro swivel. I cover this stuff on another video in my surf fishing series called "Gear and stuff" or something like that. Thanks for watching. If you haven't already done so, don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss anything. Stay safe through these trying times.

[@philw3353]

@@richtroxler thanks so much, I'll check it out! You stay safe too, way I figure beach fishing is a pretty good way to isolate yourself haha

[@richtroxler]

Yup, I'm hoping they'll let me fish from my kayak in the bay. I'd call that social distancing lol.

[@37Iulian]

Hello, Rich! What tide you better fish? On Moon cycles which tide is better? God bless you!

[@richtroxler]

I prefer 2 hours on either side of high tide and new moon is best. Be well and stay safe.

[@gregorywilliams5059]

Thanks for the valuable information. I really like learning more ways to become a more successful fisherman however your videos don't have too much volume to them. Even with headphones on I struggle to hear what you're saying.

[@richtroxler]

Hi Gregory. My earlier videos had volume problems but my later ones should be fine. My computer had problems sorting out which audio device to use (I run 2 DAWS on my computer also). It sounded fine when working on them but when the movies were compiled the audio got messed up. Really bad for phones, better on computer, best on computer to external amp. I've sorted it all out now. Thanks for suffering through them lol. Be well and stay safe.

[@jeffreygranada8602]

Hi there @richtroxler. The most informative video ive seen. Thanks for the shared knowledge. I dont think there are any videos are as informative and no fisherman would share this knowledge. Thanks a lot. Can you also make a lesson on surf perch fishing?

[@richtroxler]

Hi Jeffery. I've never fished for surf perch, so I wouldn't know their feeding habits. Most fish, and I say most fish, because some fish have some strange feeding behaviors, but most fish follow the same general rules with regards to structure, current, baits and tide. Conditions vary quite a bit for species ,but the rest is usually somewhat predictable, at least as a starting point. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@charlesmurray1220]

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[@richtroxler]

Hi Charles. Sorry for the late reply. I've been working on some music projects and getting some of it out on streaming platforms. I wish I could clone myself LOL. Thank for watching!

[@RoyJonesIV]

The video was fine. I need all of your info

[@richtroxler]

There's more videos to see lol. Thanks for watching and for the sub!

[@nelutirnovan7850]

Thank you very much for all the information provided, very detailed. Can I join you as a fishing buddy? :)

[@richtroxler]

Once again, swamped with work so I apologize for the late reply. Thanks for the kind words and for watching. I get this request a lot and my reply is that I have always fished mostly alone and at night. Besides, most people would get annoyed fishing with me because I move around a lot and I'm not very talkative when I fish lol. Be well and stay safe.

[@pedroferreira4134]

You actually pass on information. I do not mind the oceanography lesson, otherwise how could we learn? Thanks.

[@richtroxler]

Hello again Pedro. Information is power, not just in fishing, but in all things. Thanks for watching.

[@garethgc1141]

Really would not pay attention to te comments, have used your advise very successfully

[@richtroxler]

Hi Gareth. Sorry for the late reply. One of the problems of owning your own business is you get really busy sometimes lol. I normally ignore stupid comments but seeing as he was from Long Island, fishing beaches I've fished for decades, making a big deal about catching little rat striped bass, I found it difficult to bite my tongue lol. Thanks for subbing and stay safe.

[@fishing5018]

I wish it was translated, I love fishing, but I don't understand English very well

[@richtroxler]

Sorry, I'm not sure if I can translate at my end. I'll look into it.

[@fishing5018]

@@richtroxler Thanks, I'd love to learn How to read the sea And knowing where to hunt Greetings

[@toddbennett6097]

Please draw the diagram, please!

[@richtroxler]

Not sure what you are asking. Thanks for the sub.

[@maikp5505]

Who ever left that comment obviously didn’t get the point.

[@richtroxler]

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