Different Ways to Catch Mackerel

[@SaltwaterAngler]

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[@cortoolei-pearson7702]

Matt, you gotta realise they are not there to fish, they are there to harvest fish, to participate in the harvest with family, a great day out with family and something to show for it, a celebration if you want. Its not fishing, its something else and its all good too its social, family, its happy memories for the kids with all the family. Imagine after they leave the beach and the whole family sits down at the end of the day and cook and eat the catch together, what a wonderful afternoon's memory for those kids.Its family stuff like that, that maybe we should do more of, just my tuppence worth. But hey, its definitely not fishing as we know it, its something else completely and there should be room for that also cos it comes from a good place and leads to good things, hopefully 🤞. Great video as always, thanks Matt 👍

[@cortoolei-pearson7702]

Thanks for the heart Matt, I was worried you wouldn't get what I was trying to say ☺️ Do you see how good you are ? And how you provoke reactions that are nothing to do with fishing but still, at the same time, all about the spirit of why we fish. And with that last aside, I shall retire to bed, happy n pissed 😆👍

[@SaltwaterAngler]

No. thanks for this input always appreciated and won’t go unnoticed as a long time commentator on this channel always appreciate what you have to say.

[@fisherman5517]

very true .

[@ibana8449]

Factory anglers appear once a year in NE England when the Mackerel move inshore. Keep up the good work, as my mate often says, "I fish for the table, not the freezer"

[@chrism9901]

I use shooting head lines, intermediate or a slow sinker. Cast out and retrieve. Next cast count to 10 and retrieve, then count 20, 30 etc. Then repeat the sequence. Tuck the rod under your arm and do a jerky roly-poly retrieve, far more effective than strip and pause.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks 🙏

[@lesedwards936]

I always cut my mackerel lure’s down to three or four and use a bass rod or spinning rod with a cheap metal lure for a weight usually around 30 to 40 grams, enjoyed the video, tight lines

[@nicholascavie2464]

Awesome again Matt, I used freshwater rod & reel , & the good old metal mackerel spinner, had some great fun fighting mackerel. Can't believe so many people fished, never like that in my teens. Not much English spoken. Happy catching from Australia Nick

[@ironix1]

Nice one Matt. There are known areas for that 'Mackerel Madness', to steer well clear of. I tend to fish those areas when the elements no longer suits the fair weather bashers, then bag up all of their rubbish and litter for them. Different cultures have different values. I try to differentiate the sport of angling with acquiring food for the kitchen.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Hi nice to hear from you as always! Yep that’s a good point about the elements

[@PMC44]

Great video! Have had plenty of mackerel and pollock from the shore on the fly. Best way to fish for mackerel when they are close in as with a floating line you can cast into very very shallow water when they are chasing baitfish. Really exciting. Thanks for all the videos!

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks yes it offers that advantage over other methods

[@shuggiemcg1]

Woo hoo Bombarda fly fishing! Thanks Matt been waiting on this one! I only every fish a single spinner when fishing for mackerel they give a great fight on light gear, its the same on my local pier shoulder to shoulder

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Cheers yes been looking at better Bombardas too- the one i had broke easily

[@iainbriggs7963]

Another great vid thanks for sharing 😎 don’t envy you in that beach circus though😜

[@jacjonmatthews1378]

Another great video Matt.having fished since mid seventy’s here in Cornwall mainly for bass ray and mackerel over the years I’ve found my favourite way of catching mackerel is using a light 11 foot bass rod with bead 3 oz lead bead short piece of tubeing bead then swivel leader is around 5feet with a one o hook .the bait I use is either a strip of mackerel belly the bit you usually throw away when filleting .a good tip is to save all the white belly and cut in strips and freeze .the feeling of one fish on one hook magic .👍😀 by the way tube stops line twist

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Nice one thanks, brilliant comment

[@markstacey6082]

Totally agree with ibana8449, down here in 'The Bay' it seems everyone uses feathers. There were even dare i say....people of not this country made... down Berry Head last year camping, feathering mackerel with some 'shmuck' popping to where ever with buckets full. Oh LMAO just got to the bit where you get to the factory....sorry for passing them up to you :) My mate and i sit between them with floats trying to cause chaos ;)

[@peteaudrin]

I fish off the rocks using a 30grm Dr Fish metal sardine. Great sport catching Mackerel one at a time. They do give a great fight and they do come off so I only get a few at a time.

[@tobycook8135]

The state of that on the beach... probs dragging in loads of undersized fish with no care for their surroundings...

[@stuarttrinder5210]

Too tight to buy grub

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Yep it’s worth remembering these are folk who fish once a year. We actually formed a clean up group and there was lots of litter but strangely the line got taken back

[@Bigtbuilder]

OMG what is happening to my country?

[@tobycook8135]

If only you knew where they stayed, could return all that rubbish right to their front door@@SaltwaterAngler

[@stephenking78]

Those of us who truly appreciate angling in its truest form are quite rightly disgusted. Single lure or even a four hook set of feathers are ample. This lot remind me of the covid mob who had to grab all the pasta & toilet rolls. Anyway rant over, thanks for introducing me to the Bombarda float, your videos are really helpful as is your manner presenting them. Cheers Matt👏👏👏

[@leoncox2405]

Great vid mat ! I’m with you 3 feathers is more than enough I just love the fight ! Keep up the good work bud 🎉

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks 👍

[@richardlavender1066]

Was Fishing in front of the Angling club , probably the same day. Watched 2 blokes trying to drag a builders bag with god knows how many in it up the beach. Were even taking Scad.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Hi Richard, yep not a good look and theres sometimes twaite shad in amongst them too

[@l.r.sfishing4011]

Ive only ever used small mettel lures when fishing for mackrel i get some much more enjoyment out of it. I dont like watching people pulling out mackrel by the dozen over and over again most are under size. Just dont seem right to me. Great video matt all the beast to ya. Tight lines 🎣🎣🎣

[@danharvey7717]

Nice vid Matt. Great idea. Yep, saw it this weekend just gone. Casting too close to other fishermen/women and with swimmers & paddle boarders in front of them. All fish kept - regardless of size and left in a bucket or cool box without being humanly dispatched 🤨 😟 Not nice fishing. Thanks Matt - a much nicer way and challenging way to catch only what you need - if it’s big enough - in a controlled way. Which was best for you fly or float ? Saw loads of baitfish this weekend, even caught a few the landing net. I think it could be the last few warm days before they disappear 😮. Tight lines. Keep ‘em coming.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks a great comment. I’ve just seen a mackerel shoal 10 minutes ago so they are still here

[@danharvey7717]

@@SaltwaterAngler well there were plenty of mackerel caught Sunday afternoon and we had 7 good sized Bass, biggest was 52cm the rest were over 42cm or in the line, except one schooly. We took only the one single fish for the plate. 👍🏻 So they are still following the food chain and coming in shore. 👍🏻 The gulls were feeding and several cormorants! When gutted the bass was stuffed with baitfish as you’d expect. I’m no expert but I think the sea is still pretty warm compared to the usual temp this time of year. 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@robertwilson728]

I’m shocked Matt, never seen the like before, I lived on the IOM for 20years, had great time’s catching Mackerel,Coalfish and Pollock… I can 💯 tell you there would be none of that Bollocks on the Island, anyway Matt, good luck and Happy Fishing.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Its become more of a thin in recent years here

[@phillipbrotheridge7740]

I prefer going after Mackerel on light gear. great fun. With the bombarda and fly set up, a friend suggested using glass beads with a hole in the middle. Adds a little weight to the fly, seems to work. All the best.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Good tip thanks

[@GreenBarb1]

Great video, Matt. Catching mackerel is always great until your Esprit topwater keeps getting taken and your targeting Bass. Thanks again for the videos, keep it up.

[@stephenjackson1828]

On a fly set up I would go for a weight forward floating line one weight up from the rods rating this will help load the rod and is a quick to improve your casting. I’d go for a slightly longer sinking leader with a weighted fly on the end then you can use the countdown method to search the water column. 👍

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks for those tips

[@adamfavsvidc]

100% agree that method of fishing and shoulder to shoulder is not for me. I prefer a secluded spot 30g spin rod two hokai and a 28g seeker on the end in case a bass comes.

[@fishingladsuk9642]

Love catching mackerel

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Its a joy isnt it

[@fishingladsuk9642]

@@SaltwaterAngler it sure is!

[@Mck100El]

Great thought provoking video. Its a shame that mackeral are not treated with respect. The first time I caught them was when after bass. Used a tiny Fiish sandeel. Had fantastic sport (boy do they pull) and realeased all the fish. My son had more fish than me by using a very light dexter wedge. All fish caught were released. How long can we keep catching mackeral at the rate you showed on your video?

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Well said Im not sure of the stock levels of mackerel but obvs huge trawls have a more significant effect

[@loooodoooog]

Refreshing approach to mackerel fishing. Some what more refined and sportsman like than what we sadly see on our favourite marks nowadays . Bit like crushing coke cans . Soda pressing !

[@SaltwaterAngler]

😂very good thanks for recognising that

[@ionutoncescu]

3:55 i would not cast a big rod on that place, it doesnt look so safe for me Great video as always :)

[@greighooper5295]

Is this beach in the UK???????????

[@stinkymuppet9207]

Thanks for sharing tried all (except fly) love the small single lure best light as possible. Have used feathers 4 for bait for freezer … can’t stand six 😵‍💫 as for 12 hooks!! Must be selling em 🙄

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks as always for your comments. I suppose 6 is helpful to attract the shoals more - until you get six at once!

[@brandoncarr441]

Its good to see a how not to video every now and then :) .Win some, loose some I guess, fishless or not, still good value this vid. Have been to Aberdeen area recently and most Mackerel spots were even worse than showcased in this vid, even more people, and unfortunately they left loads of crap rubbish behind all the time... Hated to see to be honest, and some catch full of those bigger softer garden buckets, almost daily... Probably running a shop somewhere.. Anyway.. Cheers for vid.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Very true!

[@PaulJones-v3z]

Are used to use a Toby, you might catch a bass As well

[@simonyoung908]

Looks like Hastings, Rock- n - Ore ?

[@PaulJones-v3z]

The best Tasting fish in the sea

[@tonycamplin8607]

Ive been finishing now for well over 75 years and have never seen a scene like that crowded beach, where on earth was it? One question why did you use that fluorocarbon trace? I always tie my hooks directly to the main line, be it mono or braid, each knot is a weak link. I do this for fresh and saltwater fishing and have never found that it puts the fish off. Tight lines.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Flouro is used because of switching over for bass

[@tonycamplin8607]

@@SaltwaterAngler why are bass special? Thanks for replying.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

@@tonycamplin8607 in this context they are put off by the line - flouro is more invisible than ordinary monofilament leader line

[@tonycamplin8607]

@@SaltwaterAngler OK, thanks.

[@albertcross4275]

Matt don't you think 3 hooks max.. 😊😊🇫🇷🇫🇷❤️ There should be a fine, at least.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

😀 sure and do t get me wrong I would use more for bait or food. Remember though as an Angler what a fish to catch on one hook.

[@mikew55555]

One fly, one light spinner ( love Abu Droppens) or two feathers on a light spinning rod. My choice, that's the way I prefer it. Oh, and get away from the crowds.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Good advice there

[@tjoey2112]

Thanks again for the useful tips, how about the wheater and water condition ?

[@SaltwaterAngler]

what about them ?

[@tjoey2112]

@@SaltwaterAngler ,,, about when to catch mackerel,is it when it’s warm sunny day and calm sea ?

[@SaltwaterAngler]

@tjoey2112 ebbing tides. Clear water and right in to November if conditions are right. Calm is good but don’t be afraid to cast out in to big swells. Seagulls are a good guide feeding on the surface

[@tjoey2112]

@@SaltwaterAngler ,,, this is exactly what i need, thank u sir

[@leehiggins4159]

I've managed to catch 1 mackerel on a Savage Gear Fat Tail Spin 9g

[@howardhe9553]

When month can I keep still catch mullet until because I’m going tommorow and I don’t know if I can catch any 😹I’m in West Sussex by the way

[@lawrenceharvey7976]

In the south west we get the really big mullet now. So I'm sure you'll do well. Viva le mullet fishing 👍

[@SaltwaterAngler]

I dont know the answer to this. All i would say generally its time to rethink many of our seasons and experiences as water temp is warmer

[@LurchLures]

Rod looks like my old Bob Church one

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Yes that’s it I think

[@nickscott6139]

That's my idea of hell. I'd rather be on my own and not catch than put up with that scene. Thanks for great content.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Agreed think i need some time alone after that!

[@capforlife1]

It ok when big crawlers net hundreds of fish in, where many go to waste.. but when it's regular working class ppl do it in order to put food on the table its a problem..😂

[@SaltwaterAngler]

No it’s not ok when trawlers do it ! But I take your point.

[@mangbedultv]

i see some rods look so big and heavy

[@denizt1200]

Sad to watch the un educated fisherman with little respect 😢 thanks for a good video

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks for watching. To be fair they all caught more than me!

[@Teachaman2fish88]

You do make way to many false casts with that fly rod.

[@SaltwaterAngler]

everyone is i think!

[@Teachaman2fish88]

@@SaltwaterAngler I’m not far down the coast from you if I you want some free guidance! I’m in southampton.

[@baitrunner5193]

Thats a joke. They will be going after the bass next

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Never!

[@leedamario6687]

It's sad to see these bad angles if you can call them that I'm sorry to say this is why east wall on Brighton marina s now closed at night because mackerel fighting very sad and use the wall as a toilet 🚽

[@SaltwaterAngler]

Thanks I didn’t realise the wall was closed at night for this reason!

[@leedamario6687]

@@SaltwaterAngler thank you for replying

[@SumanaDeva]

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[@SaltwaterAngler]

Exactly what I was thinking