Top 3 LIVE BAIT RIGGING MISTAKES (Underwater Evidence)

[@Saltstrong]

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[@munawarkhan7676]

Very good 👍

[@B1gHagar]

Hey look, its the coward who has to use a computer to find fish. FAKE FISHERMAN

[@Saltstrong]

@@B1gHagar May we ask how the use of a computer results in someone being a fake fisherman?

[@B1gHagar]

@@Saltstrong Anybody can throw a lure into a known hole. You didn't lean how to search fish out, find them, know when to fish them, what to fish them with. Frankly, you don't know a damn thing about fishing. You put in the time of year, weather or whatever and computer software and it spits out coordinates and lures from somebody else who actually got lucky enough to catch them the first time. As the computer compiles more data the better its forecast. Go someplace you've never been before, turn off your computer and keep it off. Otherwise you're catching fish in a computer made bucket and you're a FAKE FISHERMAN. Why do you always have to tell a lier that he's lying?

[@Saltstrong]

@@B1gHagar It seems as if there is some confusion about our program... ours is designed to enable our members to quickly and easily learn how to consistently find and catch fish based on how the react to changing weather conditions as well as how they move around throughout the seasons (they learn the biological preferences of redfish, seatrout, snook, and flounder along with the science of water to predict exactly where they'll be at any given time). We do share spots that we catch fish every week, but that's for helping members see the exact type of spot where the fish are holding during specific conditions so that they can find places just like that in their local areas. The final result of the structured lessons along with the continued weekly spot dissections is what enables members to predict the exact type of spots that will be holding fish so that they then can go to some place they've never been before and successfully find and catch fish on their own without having to rely on others to get spots.

[@alexanderelmar8731]

if i ever be turned into a tiny fish i will act as unatural aspossible to survive xD

[@samreyes5531]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Toxic-FhuYu]

true that😂 start swimming upside down everywhere

[@khianidude]

That just makes you act natural when you're trying to survive since other tiny fish will catch on and do the same, next thing you know it you got a fish that does weird stuff like how we have fainting goats.

[@devilscupid3515]

😂😂😂😂

[@The_Judge300]

Sadly often a hungry fish gets triggered by a fish acting unnatural and eat that first, as a fish acting unnatural most of the time is a weaker and slower fish that is easier to catch and eat for them.

[@webincomeincome8767]

I learned myself using years of fishing exactly what you are teaching. I personally don’t care to use splitshot (or other weights) as upon break off the fish is left to survive pulling line and splitshot around. A light knocker rig solves that problem. Thanks for the video.

[@joshuahoward342]

What’s a knocker rig could you explain?

[@trailtrashoutdoors8173]

Thanks for doing the hard work of filming what works and what doesn't! Great video!

[@giox_b146]

Facts!!!

[@ivd4s7]

Before i complete the video ...00:10 is mind blowing shot ...amazing ..let us complete

[@The_Judge300]

Sometimes you want your live bait to act as natural as possible. Other times, not. Never be stuck in one way of thinking. Always experiment and see what works best there and then. This is not set in stone.

[@brianclark17]

Some of my personal best 45+ pound Reds and Tarpon, have been caught rigging live bait the way you say is wrong!

[@carlosh6848]

Even a broken clock is right twice a day Brian....

[@rumnboats7612]

@@carlosh6848 point is; when the bite is on none of this matters and when it's tough this might make a small difference.

[@haiman4962]

I've been looking for this all my life. I really wanna see how the live bait moves in the water.

[@Kal-EL_BSF]

yes we same

[@DrewJ79]

I'm glad to know I've been hooking my live bait right. The way you showed those techniques is the way I was taught. I've never in my life used a metal leader either. I use 30# fluorocarbon leader tied to 20-30# braid with a uni to uni knot and I've caught 30" plus size Snook freelining my bait with a small #3 circle hook. Let the drag do the work the fish will tire out. Ive seen too many people max out the drag and try to horse them in and get broke off.

[@aureliusva]

I'll take a metal leader in a school of bluefish or ribbon fish any day.

[@samsadowitz1724]

@@aureliusva yeah, you definitely need steel/wire leaders for those when using cut bait. Though you can get away with not using a wire leader if you use "gang hooks" (two or three hooks joined like links in a chain). I have caught several toothy fish using them without needing steel leaders.

[@willcurl3664]

@@samsadowitz1724 no you can use heavier flouro

[@samsadowitz1724]

@@willcurl3664 how heavy do you use for them? 100lb?

[@tutumclennan]

Hey there! Chrissy from Jax. Been fishing all my life, but not so much here in Jax in last 20 yrs. Y'all gave me more 411 in 10 minutes than months of watching other channels that just show them catching big fish! THANK YOU! I'm gonna try to find your courses and hopefully a charter 😁 Where can I find your charter link?

[@jaysantos386]

Thanks guys. I'm just beginning to fish and feel like I learn alot.... appreciate it.

[@heroesfishing4917]

Thanks guys, I need to sign back up to watch this course!

[@Saltstrong]

You should! Let us know how we can help!

[@joedennehy386]

Very good, thanks from new New Zealand, i just wonder why you yse silver hooks. We use chemically sharpened, teflon coated hooks, that are really hard to see. In octopus and octopus circle patterns.

[@odd_el_toxico_g-coin_logis8474]

These tips helped,I changed the hooking,made my own rigs,with minimal hardware,,and broke my pb bull red record twice,it does make a difference

[@401-Fishing]

I'm from the northeast, and I've been gearing up to go salt water fishing with live bait.... this has been super helpful!

[@steverichardson6920]

This is relevant and valuable information, well done and thanks for sharing. I used to manage a tackle store and one of the key aspects I saw time and time again were anglers (beginner and experienced) not fishing drag up to the rigs capability, I even tested this on work colleagues by setting up an outfit with 6kg (12lb for US readers) and without fail the set drag in the majority of cases was more suitable for 3kg line than the 6kg...... Even on KZbin how many experienced anglers do you see cranking up the drag mid run or during the fight. Obviously there are situations to fish lighter drags and times to fish heavier, but you have to trust your gear and knots...... I used to measure my drag over the rod to 1/3 of the breaking strain, in tough country I would fish 10kg of drag (measured) on 15kg line just to stand a chance of getting the fish out, no room for error!

[@f21gun]

Thank you!!! Cannot wait for my next trip out to apply what I have learned!

[@Saltstrong]

Have fun! Let us know how you do!

[@jmcin32]

Awesome tutorial! I am now a subscriber! .....can’t wait for the next show!

[@elhueso4330]

On a boat u are 100 percent right but fishing from a bridge u need a heavy set up if u are fishing for big fish

[@CurrentlyFishing]

Or from a kayak!

[@Saltstrong]

Very true. The same premise of going as light as possible for the target species still should apply though because the environment should be factored into the decision making.

[@michaelpinder5923]

I like to use 40-60 with artificial and 60- 100 bottom fishing from bridges

[@molonlabe8470]

@@Saltstrong I use steel leader for sharks. Is there any way to get around that? I have seen them bite through steel leaders too but if I try fluorocarbon or a mono leader it seems like I will lose alot more of them.

[@Artoconnell]

pay attention to the as possible part.

[@claystillman5713]

I’m new to saltwater fishing and this was informative thank you.

[@francus7227]

From land or from a vessel. If vessel, which type?

[@AzAsrFishing]

Awesome info! thanks for the tips bro..

[@devilscupid3515]

My new favorite channel!!!!!!!!! Just found out why I don’t catch nothing.

[@jaimeperezchavez6046]

Thanks for interesting Tips/ how do you rec and with bonito chunks ?

[@Saltstrong]

Check out the full blog on our website and post your question there. That way, our coaches can respond back directly with their input and recommendation. You can find that here: www.saltstrong.com/articles/live-bait-mistakes-underwater/

[@austinbuholtz6970]

I fish with shrimp and my best method is to tear off the tail and feed the hook all the way through the body and out through the middle of its front feet. I use a size 1 to size 2 bait holder hook. Guarantee you it’ll catch those fish that seem to always bite around the hook like snapper, sheepshead, and bait fish.

[@waltertx.6020]

I will give that a try. Thank you Austin Buholtz.. 🙌

[@White_Tiger93]

Hello there, I had a problem with hooking the live shrimp on top of it head.(behind the horn) whenever I cast it, it slide off easily from my hook and lost me quite a few live shrimp I don't what is wrong?! I'm using gamakatsu octopus circle hook for it though...

[@chrisjones720]

@@White_Tiger93 use a smaller hook

[@stephenscott963]

Any recommendations on how far to put any size small weights on leader line away from hook?

[@justkeepfishingt]

When I use live shrimp I always rig threw the tail end they snap there head back and forth get fish all the time.

[@roberttankersley7983]

Nice information. Makes perfect sense. Good luck on the water everyone! 🎣

[@gatchrickytv4416]

Ang galing maraming maraming salamat sa pagtuturo. Makakahuli na ako ng isda ngayon.

[@NoName-yi3oz]

Hahaha soweird

[@tooltime5661]

Great job, thanks from Florida.

[@dougiemac8417]

Great video guys. Awesome information!!

[@TxReaper85_]

Wow, amazing info Ty SaltStrong 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@rozariofernandes6455]

What happen when your after fish with Teeth... Like the Kings /Spanish MAC's or the Barracuda.... Do still not use the Wire Leaders???

[@erniemorals3113]

They sell extra long j hooks to combat toothy fish. you may also want to pre make leaders with swivels and inspect your rigging and change as needed

[@samsadowitz1724]

They probably work best with cut/dead baits in a cum slick to try to induce a feeding frenzy. I know that this works when the bite is hot for bluefish.

[@cristianloiselle]

Great video thanks for the information, but how are you suppose to keep your rig from being bitten and cut off but not using a metal rig leader? all fish have some sort of teeth and will cut that fluorocarbon.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching! After each fish, check your leader to make sure it is not frayed or damaged.

[@RedS0L0]

I never thought of going through the top and bottom of the mouth I use just the top I also use metal leaders in murky water I really like them for my Cats and carps

[@justin3594]

Yeah it’s great. Keeps the fish from being able to talk to his friends too.

[@deltapro4432]

I agree with this vid 100% BUT fishing is mysterious. I just told my friend yesterday to get rid of all that crap on his line (metal leader/beads/whatnot) he didn’t and yet he out-fished me at Sebastian LOL. He hooked sardines in the back, I hooked in mouth straight as possible 🤷🏻‍♂️. I use braid and flouro leader, he used whatever line came that with his $30 Walmart combo LOL. We both had so much fun!!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching and for the feedback!

[@popawalker]

My dad always said hook the horn on shrimp, I have never tried hooking the tail, will have to give that a try.

[@NYJETS-uo9rr]

So with heavy current do u use a weight before your liter? If so wat size best?

[@PDIESEASE1]

hi pls do fresh prawn, I use to cut it into pieces and use small hook size 4, I got a lot of fish but if there's a better way for me to put the bait please do the video for us

[@KaliCal]

Wow...I feel like a better angler already. This was awesome. Thanks

[@FishnFisherman]

One of the best videos on fishing techniques. Really great efforts and work. I would like to share this knowledge in my local language i.e. Urdu for that purpose can I use short clips from this video?

[@dylanlevin]

Hooking through top and bottom jaws can keep them from properly cycling water aka breathing always better in the mouth up through the top

[@pedrolguzmanjr.1621]

Good Afternoon Salt Strong how about hook the fish thru the nose is that work too

[@mannyg9744]

Hey mate I find hook in mouth up through top nose area doesn't keep the fishes mouth shut tight making them swim longer mare natural look

[@Transfiguracion6]

Through the nose or eyes keeps the fish alive and more lively, does the fish less damage, and you can use a rubber band to keep the fish on the hook

[@pedrolguzmanjr.1621]

Thank you very much Russell

[@lowlightevangelist9431]

Really appreciate y'all saying it's not magic, just fishing....respect

[@CurrentlyFishing]

That's fine and all about the wire leader, but what about when you live in a place that has plenty big kingfish and barracuda and toothy fish?

[@Saltstrong]

Yes, using a wire is smart when targeting mackerel, sharks, and other species with sharp teeth.

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

Currently Fishing Yeah, I was fishing in Guyana, lost my steel leader in the rocks, guide didn’t have a spare leader but had tons of spare hooks, etc..... every bite I got the whole thing disappeared.... piranha cut line.

[@cristianvega6067]

Great advice and all but may I suggest some zoom ins where you are hooking them and pinching the tail off and whatnot sorry to be picky but it would be helpful

[@cristianvega6067]

And could you explain why pinch the tail off if you’re hooking it from there ? Is it so it doesn’t spin or what

[@bilal_5569]

Hi there what sunglasses you are using? Guy with the blue shirt?

[@Saltstrong]

Smith Optics: fishstrong.com/products/smith-optics-riptide-polarized-sunglasses?variant=43902451286190

[@kws74]

good video. but what about us surf fisherman? what’s the best way to present a bait while waves are pulling everything that’s under 3 ounce weights? and i said not to use the steel leaders. well what if we are catching toothy fish like blues, and spainish?

[@joankaywell1749]

Exactly what I needed to see. I have never baited live shrimp properly and can’t wait to try this.

[@elicchannel2164]

Good sharing bro..thanks

[@edgarsaravia638]

Nice video really learn from it but, those this method works offshore, pier fishing, or surf fishing when your casting your live bait?

[@tcdz01]

I don't doubt you but I am curious, doesn't the 'hooked wrong' way make it look like an injured fish? Isn't that what predators look for? I'm a terrible fisher so I know what I think is wrong, I just can't understand the 'right ways' I guess.

[@JuanMendoza-qd5lm]

Honestly the bait is going to look injured regardless. It has a hook in it lol.

[@Esuper1]

Not all predators. What eats a shrimp is not looking for injury more than normal looking which how it usually eats the shrimpos.

[@carlosllama5295]

Thnk u for this very informative video we all need all the help we can get specially lately when everybody including myself is getting skunked....

[@stephenscott963]

Great stuff but don’t know about anyone else, but hard to see exactly where you hooked bait, maybe a more close up, or maybe I need glasses!! Keep up the great videos!

[@caseyjonesplanet4887]

How do I throw live bait far w/o weight of gear w/I throwing bait off hook . Usually used weight and shrimp to toss far? Like at a jetty

[@Saltstrong]

Here's an article: www.saltstrong.com/articles/lures-vs-live-bait-casting/

[@gamermike5279]

Question what is your opinion on quick clips

[@youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850]

I like a fine-wire Aberdeen for smaller live baits and circle hooks for larger baits. Try using a paper clip through the bait connected to the eye of the hook - Bunker style!

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@Zoocomics]

Great vid guys. As natural as your depicting you want the bait to look, is there any merit with the bait looking wounded? I'm one of those guys who have tried all different hooking styles, tail, mouth, back, and I'm mainly speaking for live mullet or pin fish. I've fished in and around bait pods, and I always figured it was the ones that looked vulnerable is how the predators trigger on the one they want to go after? I've used dead mullet with success fishing live bait pods, and I always thought that was the low hanging fruit for the predators. Have I been wrong this whole time?

[@uce.4lo]

Which sunglasses is Peter wearing? They look super nice 😎

[@twotoned2774]

This was a video I needed to see. I appreciate your time and effort. I was always a skeptic about metal leaders. I have to check out your link because I am interested in the full video.

[@jimmywhitely6648]

So what about when you have strong current with that kind of rig?

[@billhedger3517]

This is very cool and full of info ty

[@TexasAnglerTRD]

Great video for beginners & intermediate Anglers! 🎣

[@oscararriaga7158]

What do recommend for surf fishing or bank

[@WorldEngineersOnline]

this makes sense. I always wpnder why some guys seem to be catching all the time while others failed, even for the same spot. I am sure it has to do with the way the bait is hoocked and the Odor.

[@TheonlyMikecashes]

Most importantly just get out and have fun catching fish learn types of knots and different types of setups for different types of baits and just get outside and enjoy

[@ronvahey]

Awesome info! Just started to watch the first section. The video is an excellent tool, especially for those of us who don't have the opportunity to hit the water every week. Thanks for another great course offering! 👍🏻

[@duartejuanatx]

really appreciate the info! 👍

[@skimthechannel9437]

I use the splitshot rig and caught a 28” red snapper using live shrimp (size 1 circle hook)

[@Saltstrong]

Nice!

[@xhathronallen6074]

Thanks for the tips make a lot of sense now I'll get my game up on catching fish than feeding fish

[@dickiefrank9839]

Great video from the best guide around

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks!

[@Coastal_vibes]

Great work fellas. Thank you

[@chrissewell1608]

Awesome underwater footage. That would be a great fishing investment!

[@leroymorris6036]

Wow thats good advice thanks

[@Saltstrong]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pilot27records]

Wats the best way to get to to the bottom using shrimp with out using to much weight to look bulky?

[@galenelson2324]

This was VERY helpful

[@Saltstrong]

Great to hear!

[@marthaherff7669]

We do a lot of wade fishing with croaker in the grass flats, do you still recommend hooking through the mouth?

[@randomblackdudee]

I like to hook right about the anal fin

[@muzzammil86]

Thank you for information brother👍

[@williamwade6739]

Does your shrimp fall of the hook a lot. How do you keep your shrimp on the hook?

[@lloydmartinez4415]

Y’all had a video about hooking mullet near the tail not too long ago. Is that still good for free lining in current?

[@Saltstrong]

That question (plus many others) is answered in detail with very clear video footage showing exactly why certain rigging techniques are good and bad in various situations in the new course that just went live today. Here's a link to learn more about it: www.saltstrong.com/underwater-bait-forensics-special/

[@capt.stevencrowder3667]

There is so much more to hooking shrimp than just how it looks to fish. Weedless factor is far more important if you fish jetties. All my charters take place in snag ridden areas and I catch all my fish rigged nothing like you're suggesting. Might wanna go over situational rigging of a live shrimp in other situations.

[@boyddennis5546]

How do you know what strength leader line to use with your mean line?

[@FishingWithMichaelTruong]

It depends on what species you are targeting. The stronger or bigger the species the stronger test line you should use (within reason because thick leader lines spoil the purpose of an invisible leader).

[@robertsalzer8581]

Do these tips work for surf fishing ?

[@pmm0107]

Thanks! Great stuff! But you are in crystal clear water where fish can see the lure. We fish the LA/MS gulf coast marshes to maybe 10 ft deep. Water is always brown & sometimes murky. What's your advice for cloudy water (and don't say "move". lol.

[@pel-umbandung8935]

I dont know in your place, but here in asia we use smelly bait, like clam flesh, shrimp meat etc, we use live bait but it take a very long time for a bite so we usually use more than 1 rod, while waiting we catch the smaller one with the smelly bait, sometimes we only catch fish from the smelly bait

[@GameFam]

Are those Rincon/ rinconcito costas?

[@gabecamacho1672]

What size split shot? I need to order a bunch.

[@Mcd21]

These guys are really good.i wish I was this good.that being said,how do I keep live bait alive while surf fishing?with high winds?in Texas.....

[@booboothefool3342]

Spi Fisher here, you dont

[@jerryfaircloth]

Great stuff but didn't see it mentioned at the hook end to tie a loop knot for any live bait. It really makes a huge difference especially for snook.

[@handymanso3322]

that will be explained on the paid video...lol

[@travisperry4515]

@@handymanso3322 lol such a racket

[@MrAndersonMusic056]

Going fishing tomorrow. Looks like I’m reRigging my main set up lol

[@Wordupdoe]

Thank you so much for this vid I just learned everything that I’ve been Taught was a lie from the good old bait shops in my area!

[@unkle037]

Awesome video! Can you show me your best redfish rig? Bull run season is around the corner here in the gulf.

[@friesandcoke3796]

Awesome video, but with the pinfish or any baitfish never hook through both lips they can’t breath right and they will die quicker

[@TheonlyMikecashes]

Sick man see you use the same rig i have been using for years cheap light efficient for live bait

[@gatchrickytv4416]

Wow thank you so much for the lesson i learned a lot.

[@MFurey]

But what's the evidence fish prefer "natural" to "unnatural" presentations? It sort of stands to reason, but I've seen fish happily grab lumps of power bait that look like nothing they'd encounter in their natural environment.

[@thedon9670]

Exactly. So fish won't bite on a piece of fish filet? Or a lump of fish? Of course they do.

[@travisperry4515]

Fish often times prefer the hooked bait to the natural baut around because it's an injured easier target. While on the other hand they may be skeptical of it since its so easy. Depends on the species. Reds sure. Sheepies or mangroves? Not as likely to be caught with a suoer unnatural presentation

[@keiperscatch]

Nice techniques, thanks for sharing

[@dniel._.z]

In mistake number 2, I was wondering if we hook the bait at the back of its head is a wrong thing

[@marmaliton4219]

Thanks capt very useful information I’ll follow now on 😀

[@drdeankos2356]

well done mate about time someone has done this photo work with rigs congrats

[@hkeepingitreel7441]

Great work guys 👍

[@OutCold9te6]

What about cut bait in high current? Im assumming that doesnt look natural.

[@NoName-yi3oz]

Just like human, theres a rich and a poor. Poor fish eats chunk while rich fish eats whole bait 😂