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[@Thonny]

Like this comment if you like pompano fishing!!

[@shmooda136]

how to videos would be great. you are one of the best local fisherman in the tampa/clearwater area honestly. i learn a ton from you

[@Thonny]

I appreciate it!!!

[@thundershots974]

I caught my first pompano using your techniques yesterday, thank you for the great tips.

[@Thonny]

Awesome ! 👊 how did it taste?

[@Miginski]

Shout out to the camera guy for always providing the sick camera work! (and cooler runner😂)

[@Thonny]

Couldn’t have done without him 😂

[@Fil-AmFishing]

I'm so jealous of your ability to find these guys, bro!

[@Thonny]

They’re still out there right now! Get out there super early in the morning on a good incoming tide east wind or north east wind you’ll get em!

[@Fil-AmFishing]

@Thonny dude, I think the most challenging part is being in the jacksonville area. The water isn't the clearest and I think they scare easier. I've seen them, but not in the kind of abundance as other parts of FL. Maybe I'll go where you're at one of these days!

[@INLUVWITASTRIPER]

This channel has some of the best videowork out of any fishing yt channel.

[@Thonny]

I appreciate it!

[@carlosdomingo2024]

I just started watching your videos and I LOVE THEM !!!👍🏾 😎 lots of good info, I really appreciate you !! Also when you teach I feel that you teach with love and I respect that 👍🏾thanks !!

[@Thonny]

I appreciate it!! 👊

[@totalnoobfishing1753]

NY fisherman here...interesting where you place your teaser rig... in the NorthEast we tie the teaser way up the line about 12-15 inches above the main lure via a loop knot.

[@remytv8485]

Yes sir please more how to’s especially how you tie your knots for your Riggs

[@gunnerdunn9427]

Ft desoto fisherman here, stinger jig with a swivel 4ft up and egg sinker above that, killer ladyfish rig, i even got a lizard fish on it

[@gunnerdunn9427]

Allows you to cast far but dosent affect the jig

[@gunnerdunn9427]

NOT A STINGER JIG its like one but its a chrome plate

[@jackchn23]

Yes! Some knot videos please! What are your goto knots?

[@Thonny]

For line to line? Fog and double uni! Occasionally I’ll tie an Albright

[@raulfernandez3137]

Your right about you never know. I snagged a keeper flounder right at the end of my retrieve.

[@Thonny]

Nice man!! 🙌

[@TOOLMAKERA]

Why don't people listen? You served that cobia up to that guy on a platter.... oh well you tried right? Thanks for sharing another great video.

[@Thonny]

Yeah man! Would’ve been cool if he hooked up too!

[@frankiev-tech4630]

@@Thonny LOL that no-it-all guy was not even responding when giving him advice...and still used a sinker anyway. Dumbass deserved losing it!

[@cesarcordova9929]

Thonny. Just makes it look so effortlessly

[@Thonny]

That was a lot of jigging! 😂

[@ChewingToons]

Mate I tell ya. I was using a pink Pomp Jig with a chartreuse quill on monday and must have had 20 flounder out plus 3 nice specks here in Tx

[@Thonny]

That’s awesome man!!

[@ChewingToons]

@@Thonny Such a simple under rated lure.

[@caseysol941]

Was there yesterday and had a small mangrove snapper at my feet and that osprey swooped down so fast slammed right into my legs and got tangled in my line when it flew off! Luckily untangled himself! He hangs out in the trees to the right!

[@Thonny]

Wow! That’s crazy

[@alexcie]

What's the location of this spot?

[@CurtCatchemFishing]

Bush came through on the low and slayed haha. That bird dive was wild, stud pomps! This video was fire bro! It was dope running into you at the shop yesterday man! Keep up the heat!

[@Thonny]

Bush can fish!! Thanks for watching brotha! 👊

[@mikelancaster2655]

It was dope? Damn, what a stupid expression.

[@rorydimov405]

Excellent video Thonny!

[@Thonny]

Thank you!

[@michaelcollins8410]

That Osprey shot was cool af 👌

[@Thonny]

Thank you !

[@daveholmes1030]

Love your videos of fishing from the shore. Yes, I would like to see some "how to" knots. Thanks

[@Thonny]

You got it!

[@INLUVWITASTRIPER]

Love the gear review and seeing what ur using. Would love some more technical videos too!

[@landisix9709]

Would love to see a video how you like to clean these Pomp’s. Also do you bleed them? Maybe even cook. 👏

[@Thonny]

Yes! I bleed all my fish! Makes it less fishy

[@renealbaladejo3698]

Excelente vídeo thank you for the tutorial and fishing episode!!! What tackle sing bag are you using? What do you like about the bag?

[@Thonny]

It’s a Simms sling pack!! Thanks for watching 👊

[@Thonny]

I like it cause it’s lightweight and easy access !!

[@stevestory8483]

Always sharing great info! Thanks Thonny

[@Thonny]

👊

[@johnbfishing]

Another great video. Some solid Pomps and that new Exsence is killer. Now I kinda regret not getting that Vanford when I was in the shop this weekend. Keep up the good work.

[@Thonny]

Thank you!! Vanford is a great reel! Super light

[@Steve-Jody]

I use the Vanford in Key Biscayne for Bonefish !

[@FishOnChannel]

Nice video brother you had such a great start with those pompanos too bad that you lost that Cobia 💪

[@Thonny]

Thank you! It was a solid day overall! 👊

[@bobwire3310]

You KnoW what work'S HellA GOOD thonnY.............

[@MrJoeB2010]

Nice video Thonny! See you in a month! Great Job!

[@Thonny]

They are on 🔥

[@wirogue]

would like to see tutorial on teaser tying

[@slimpickins9124]

I caught my first pompano last spring surf fishing near Tampa bay. I'm hooked...er, uh I mean I like it. Nice vid.

[@Thonny]

Thank you !

[@johnconnolly3635]

Thorny. We could a clean and cook video from you!

[@truthsower4560]

So, you connect the jig to the teaser with a loop knot instead of using an O-ring to connect them? Anyway, how heavy are those jigs that you're typically using? Any chance you could show us how you tie your teasers? Me and your other subscribers would appreciate it if you could do a video on it. Awesome fishing, buddy! Keep it up!

[@Thonny]

Yes I use the loop knot! More action in my opinion on the jig in my opinion. I typically throw 3/8 rarely do I go to 1/2. There will be a video on how to tie a teaser soon! Thanks for watching 👊

[@Zoecatsplants]

Sick vid! Solid bite out there last few days. Good activity in the other side near the rock break on the beach as well.

[@Thonny]

Good to know! Maybe I’ll give that spot a try again. Didn’t do any good last time I fished it, it’s a little shallow but doesn’t mean they don’t run through there!

[@TheBeardedBrit.]

Hey dude! Whereabouts is this?😊 Just moved to the area from England and looking for other places to fish!

[@rignfish1239]

Nice video, Thonny. Keep them coming. Like the teasers you are using.

[@Thonny]

Thank you!!

[@AlanJohnsonSunbird]

Thonny. Does the fluorocarbon leader out perform mono for this application? Thanks

[@Thonny]

I like the fluorocarbon leader for this application because its abrasion resistant

[@michaelcohen4545]

I would love to see how you tie those pomp jigs up close.

[@Thonny]

Coming soon!!

[@heathhippel78]

Enjoyed the video, Thonny. Thanks for the advice, how to, and catching of course! Subbed

[@Thonny]

I appreciate it!! 👊

[@mikehamm007]

Good video! Hope to run into you somewhere around the area. I fish the same spot. You do. Tight lines buddy

[@Thonny]

Thank you! I’m sure I’ll run into you out there!

[@fvang4751]

Is the November bite the same or better than April for pompano??? Thinking about coming to Tampa in early April

[@Thonny]

It’s about the same!! But March & April are prime time

[@baskiff155]

Will be going to Madeira beach this June. Have been watching your videos and really like them. Just a few questions 1. Do you have a favorite color for the pompano jig 2. Do you just reel and bump the bottom with your swim bait for flounder 3 have you ever caught flounder long casting or is it only shallow. 4 have you caught snook during the day with the swim bait.

[@Thonny]

I like the yellow with pink or chartreuse teaser! Yes definitely keep that lure on the bottom while steady retrieving in the shallows! I’ve caught snook in the day on swim baits mainly on the flats wade fishing! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@baskiff155]

@@Thonny thanks for answering. See you in June

[@baskiff155]

Also, please list where you get your lures from I realize you make your own teasers but those who can’t where can we buy some at a reasonable price. Thanks. Phil

[@Mariposadejimenez]

Would love to see how to videos as I'm new to fishing.

[@Thonny]

Thanks for the sub!!

[@boashna]

Bravo - where is the link for jig bait

[@Thonny]

None on amazon! check your local tackle shops. Walmart sells something similar called buccaneers jigs

[@RustyReels]

Cobia on a pomp jig, that’s crazy haha

[@Thonny]

Wild!

[@StephanieBassora-q7x]

Hey thonny yes pompano is a very good fish to eat😊😊

[@Thonny]

Love it!

[@StephanieBassora-q7x]

@@Thonny yeah 👍

[@pvan42]

Man that's some studs. Also what kind cooler bag is that?

[@Thonny]

Calcutta !

[@jackchn23]

I love that John’s Pass area. I hope to see you out there sometime!

[@josephcaulder7343]

Ain’t johns pass but close.

[@rotaryracing1982]

@@josephcaulder7343 I know where this is.

[@brandont3675]

@@josephcaulder7343 where is it i live in orlando and dont have much time to looks for spots with my dad…if you dont mind ;)

[@Onstarwish1]

Great fishing, thanks for the advice, is this at John’s Pass ?

[@kmk3kb423]

Nice catches. Where did you buy pom jig from? TIA

[@Thonny]

St Pete fishing outfitters!

[@weiguo2243]

Very good video. I love it. Can you tell me the location in detail? I want to go fishing, too. Thank you

[@garyschuller6981]

Yummy video there, Thonny! You fillet those on the table in the far background or is the faucet still broken? ;)

[@Thonny]

That’s right! 😂

[@captainandrewcrabtree]

Osprey getting some camera time... 🤣🤙

[@frankiev-tech4630]

My man Thonny entertaining the crowd again! It was funny when you broke the line and they go "ahhhhh" Nice catches brotha! Embarrassed that Cobia loser! LOL!

[@basslovr01]

Probably not the first to ask but how to make the teasers????

[@Thonny]

Look up “thonny tying teasers”

[@robbiejohnson3698]

My Son follows you and he schooled me today he caught 4 pompano now I follow you could you list what jigs color and weights what shop to do business with thanks

[@Thonny]

St Pete fishing outfitters is great! I typically run yellow jig with chartreuse teaser! Thank you for watching!

[@robbiejohnson3698]

Thank you Iam going Friday early morning great videos

[@tonkajeep82]

How to clean and cook pompano and other feesh you may catch and cook. Love the videos. New subscriber here.

[@stevechiu8264]

Thonny, Can you show us how to tie the pompano teasers?

[@chrisearley3765]

what weight do you recommend for the jig

[@Thonny]

3/8!

[@baskiff155]

Very nice pompano, what was your personal best. Something I have to shoot for when I get to Madeira beach. Lol. Phil😊

[@Thonny]

18 inches to the fork!!! South of johns pass bridge!

[@ryzr3558]

Can you teach me to make a teaser or is there a place to buy them

[@Thonny]

There will be a video on it! Thanks for watching 👊

[@jamesestal]

Video on how to make your pompano teasers would be great.🤙 Appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos.

[@Thonny]

I appreciate it!!

[@reedhannah5142]

Around 7:15 you mention jigging with slack (and then hook up with a cobia quickly after), any particular reason why you jig with slack?

[@Thonny]

When you jig with slack you’re allowing the jig to fall naturally to the bottom therefore you’re constantly working the bottom. When fishing for pompano I like to work the bottom more unless I’m trying to catch mackerel then I’d be jigging and reeling fast. Hope that makes sense! 👊

[@reedhannah5142]

@@Thonny Makes a LOT of sense, thank you sir

[@frankrothe3064]

3 questions today, Did you film this whole Vid today? What time where you there? I was at Woodys this morning having nothing but casting practice. Had my Binocs with me and never saw anyone there. You must have got there just after noon. Johns pass was dead. i was there only one there. Got 1 short. Lastly ,Have you ever gone for crappie.. Anyhow great Vid. Tight lines.

[@100ultrabalance6]

Nice spot,where is thus place?

[@justinj5665]

Bro I hooked a giant cow nose ray while jigging there with my 1k I was so scared😂 Thank god it popped off

[@Thonny]

😂😂

[@rdo075]

Dude awesome video as always, love the setup I have a 7’6” inch ml zodias with a 3000 Vanford 👍🏽let’s trade 😂 jk , bird 🦅 going after the fish happened to me once and scared the hell out of 😂 an osprey. I live in Sarasota and fish every morning inshore , I work midnights. Great video like I said keep ‘em coming 🔥👍🏽

[@Thonny]

😂😂

[@Thonny]

That’s a solid combo man! I bet it’s super light!

[@rdo075]

@@Thonny yes I also use an Shimano alderbaren 51 it’s 4.7 oz bait-caster and a suppressor 7 ft ul 8lb vslick2 like rxangler on yt setup ways under7oz total. It’s my trout , fun set up. My snook/red/ whatever rod is a 7’6 inch mf gloomis inshore paired to Van Staal vr50. 😂 like I said fish everyday so I don’t play around 😂 👍🏽

[@Poteluz]

How do you cast so far with small jigs like that, does it have a good amount of weight on it?

[@Thonny]

By using light braided line and leader material. 10lb braid and 20lb leader. And 3/8 oz jigs

[@ronmb81]

7:09 so you jig it with slack line? I'm learning something new every day..

[@joethebourbonman]

Solid fish man! Love the jigging approach.

[@Thonny]

Appreciate it!

[@michaelray3601]

Love your videos bud. Looking to get a setup similar to yours, The rod I can afford, But do you know a good alternative reel, in the $100 to $150 range for this setup? Thanks! Mike

[@Thonny]

Check out the new Shimano curado spinning rod in the 7’ medium. It’s super light, similar to the Shimano Zodias rod. The rod is $170. Alternative would be the Shimano SLX rod in 7’ medium. It’s light but not as light as the curado rod. SLX rods only $99. Check out the Shimano Spheros SW 3000. It’s a $120 reel. Solid for the money. It’s lightweight, smooth, 20lb of drag, it has core protect (saltwater protection). Let me know what you think of them! 👊

[@michaelray3601]

@@Thonny dude😳,thank you so much!!!

[@eprohoda]

bro.bravo,so insane ercording🤠

[@davescheer5038]

Target species pompano, catches three or four other species and almost caught a pelican , and says you never know what your going to catch , surprise me ! 🤣👍🏼. Tight lines bud !

[@Thonny]

😂😂

[@gladiatorfishing3174]

Thonny where is this at? Have you ever caught sheepshead there? Nice video by the way 💪🏾💪🏾

[@Thonny]

Thank you!! plenty of Sheepshead there. This is at treasure island

[@gladiatorfishing3174]

@@Thonny nice video again, the intro was stellar!

[@aquasaltyfishing4933]

yes, jigging for Pompano here in Texas is reel fun....when they are running {

[@juangomez8633]

Thonny, great video as always. Quick question: Does the goofy jig put twists on your line? How do you avoid that problem?

[@Thonny]

Good questions! Try using docs goofy jigs! They don’t twist as much. Also when rigging, make sure the teaser and the jig are facing the same direction. Last solution is to use a split ring with a barrel swivel!

[@juangomez8633]

@@Thonny That's great info. Thanks again. Always enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@John-xh3pc]

What hooks do you use to tie your teasers? Great videos … keep them coming!

[@fantomphoenix6170]

Size 2 mustad big game

[@flymandan]

DANG...........I would have Pooped my pants when that Osprey crash into your fish!

[@AlanJohnsonSunbird]

Thank you

[@wilkieiligan7234]

Hi Thony do you have q website where I can buy those Jig? Thanks

[@Thonny]

Check your local tackle shops or Walmart! Walmart sells the buccaneers jigs ! Very similar to the original docs goofy jigs.

[@wilkieiligan7234]

@@Thonny how many Ounces do you normally use ?

[@Thonny]

@@wilkieiligan7234 typically 3/8! Make sure you’re using 10lb braided line and 20lb flouro leader so it can cut through the water better therefore you’re working the bottom more! That’s where you’ll usually get the strikes.

[@wilkieiligan7234]

@@Thonny Thank you 😊

[@SHABAZZTRIBE]

what are the heaviest pomp jigs you throw ?

[@Thonny]

3/8!!

[@Stevesimp73]

I always like how to videos!

[@Thonny]

Good to know!!

[@animaljam6372]

I've been watching florida fishing videos all day. I think I would be in paradise. Is the summer heat and traffic as bad as they say?

[@Thonny]

Yes it’s true!

[@animaljam6372]

@@Thonny that the fishing paradise or the heat and traffic are a nightmare? 😠

[@firemazer9202]

@@animaljam6372 Both although the heat and traffic edge out the fishing paradise because it would truly be paradise if the heat and traffic weren't so crazy! 😁

[@hitfoods1726]

Are other species hitting pompano rigs?

[@Thonny]

Yes ! They are very effective off piers and deeper water

[@IvoHarrisIII]

Do you ever tip the jigs with bait? If so, does it make a difference at all?

[@Thonny]

Yes! It does make a difference!

[@saltylocal6917]

Nice! That rod looks like the perfect action for jigging! Looks like a light, moderate action. You said it’s a 7’ Medium-Heavy??

[@Thonny]

Yes but it feels like a medium action rod! They do come in a 7’ medium! A little bit lighter than MH. I recommend checking out the 7’ medium action. I like the backbone of the mh in case I hook onto a Cobia I’ll be able to turn its head better

[@ChewingToons]

My main all purpose rod is a St. Croix Avid Inshore 7’0". Handles everything from croaker to bull reds.

[@Thonny]

@@ChewingToons that’s an awesome rod! Super light and it has titanium guides 👍

[@ChewingToons]

@@Thonny I have actually had a look at both your rod and reel lately but it felt very similar to my rod and I match it with a 3000 Stradic.

[@saltylocal6917]

@@Thonny nice! I ended up buying the Bull Bay Banshee in a 7’10” M action. I actually bought it at your shop during BF weekend. Couldn’t pass up the 20% off and the Banshee pairs beautifully with my 3K Ci4+. I’m now looking at either the Bolt in a 7’ MH or your Shimano rod here to turn them heads. Tight line bro! -Jeff

[@GuillermoMata]

Good stuff!

[@Thonny]

Thank you !

[@kyekim1264]

Where was this spot at?

[@borizzy1985]

slayed it bro !!!!!

[@Thonny]

Thank you!!

[@davidfernandezpena5196]

Where I can buy the jigs??

[@Thonny]

Your local tackle shops should have them!

[@davidfernandezpena5196]

Where is about?

[@craigbishop4604]

What hooks do you tie the teasers on?

[@Thonny]

Size 2 Mustad Big Game!

[@Tyler-kw9ce]

@@Thonny I've been using owner mosquito hooks size 1 or 2 for a while and they work great! Super sharp and they stay hooked.

[@Thonny]

@@Tyler-kw9ce owners good too!

[@keithxiong4863]

Brooo I was just there the other day🤯, turns out they don’t like the incoming tide there smh lol

[@Thonny]

Try the outgoing!

[@Uglyduckfishing]

What are the jigs you use called

[@Thonny]

Doc's Goofy Jigs!

[@Uglyduckfishing]

@@Thonny thank you for replying

[@wildmang9728]

Great video! Those pompano jigs catch everything👍🏼 That’s a rock, no wait that’s a stingray🤣

[@Thonny]

Thanks mang!

[@marcosytube2775]

Where is that located?

[@amoslede9992]

❤

[@calallen8786]

I've caught everything with pomp jig from cobia to black tip even snook. Also what brand you use? I tends to use doc goofy

[@Thonny]

Doc’s goofy!!

[@klywrx]

Awesome 👍

[@borneosama-itah713]

Luar biasa, mantap🇮🇩

[@tmcnally5646]

Dude ....teasing us about tying teasers....."show me the video"..... LOL

[@kaokong7226]

old man should've listened and lose that sinker. lol

[@kkcjackson]

Did the guy ask what were you using? Its funny when you catch fish and the guy next to you is getting skunked.