Shark Fishing On Demand: The Best Way To Catch Sharks Fast!

It’s hammerhead shark fishing time!!!
When we set out to film some shark fishing tips with Capt. Mark Johnson, we had no idea how many sharks would come right up to the boat.
And we certainly never imagined that a big 8-foot hammerhead shark would cruise up to the boat (and circle us until finally eating the bait).
Let me tell you, catching a big hammerhead on light tackle is a blast (as you’ll see in the video).
Sharks are pure muscle and are so fun to catch! It had been so long since we had targeted sharks that we forgot how much fun shark fishing is.
In this video, we'll show you the following as it pertains to catching sharks:
How to bring sharks to your boat fast
The best type of cut bait to attract sharks
How to catch big sharks on light tackle
How to create a perfect chum slick (to attract sharks)
When it’s a good idea to chase the shark (vs staying put)
And as you will see, you don’t need massive shark tackle (big shark rods and shark reels) to catch decent size sharks.
You also don’t need to be in a special shark fishing spot. We literally picked a random spot off of Islamorada (that none of us had ever fished) and started chumming.
Within minutes, sharks were present.
Pretty awesome, huh!
This way of catching sharks is such a blast and will have you want to go out and try it immediately.
Have any questions about this type of shark fishing?
What’s your favorite type of shark to catch?
Let me know in the comments below!
If you're in the Keys and want to go fishing with Capt. Johnson and his fleet, check them out at floridakeysfun...
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[@RealisticFishing]

It's exciting seeing those sharks swimming near the boat.

[@leeoneill9573]

Oh never mind Florida fun fishing is where I booked 😂😂 I can’t wait

[@drewwilson145]

Great info. Y'all never disappoint. God Bless y'all!

[@rhystaylor9643]

Great footage and great info from Capt Mark! Thanks!

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you Rhys!!

[@Kevin-ly3ly4lw2e]

My Favorite sharks is The Blacktip Reef Shark and The Bull Shark 🦈🦈❤️💚⭐️

[@seanlukebeard9151]

If you catch the animal don’t be scared of it, know how to deal with it. Use barbless hooks and grab the head, get the hook out. They’re calm once you grab the T. Don’t leave a hook in the fish if you can help it.

[@Saltstrong]

Good intel!

[@garywood8449]

You are a wonderful instructor. It’s a joy to watch your videos.

[@Saltstrong]

Glad you like them!

[@Eric-gi9kg]

Looks like fun Though I can't do site fishing in my neck of the woods (Washington). We have spiny Dogfish, 6 and 7 gill sharks...which are bottom feeders.

[@scottlisson7055]

Great video. Can you please detail the terminal tackle rig you’re using for the small and large rods? Thanks.

[@dsktsunami]

Scott Lisson following

[@Kevin-ly3ly4lw2e]

I like Catching Sharks.Shark fishing is Awesome Amazing 🙂🦈

[@jonathang5843]

Love it! Did he cut the braid with a ring or something similar?

[@Saltstrong]

Line Cutterz Ring

[@UrbanFisherman]

Nice job bro 👍🏾

[@OP._.]

0:01 Him: Hollywoooooood Me: sheeeee!

[@colemant6845]

Wow... The Hammerhead footage was AWESOME!... But... Could the Diawa BG3000 really handle one that BIG??

[@Saltstrong]

Sure can!

[@John-qu9zd]

Excellent video

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you very much!

[@DorianDavisddd]

Get me on this boat

[@williamelliott4444]

That looked like fun!

[@zacharyg8076]

Galveston !!

[@cdhenry66]

Cool vid. Where would one purchase that safety pin clip?

[@christiangunn5670]

It's a fish stringer, can find online or where they sell spear fishing gear.

[@mateygoesfishing]

Where could I find something like the "oversized clothes pin" for chum?

[@christiangunn5670]

It's a fish stringer, used alot by spear fisherman

[@saleen12]

What setup did you use for the hammer? Rod/reel

[@adambrodahl9849]

What are you using for the big shark set up

[@scoobysreellife4259]

Ok this might be a stupid question but we know by now Scooby asks those questions. When you say don't raise the rod above parallel what do you consider parallel?

[@saintaubyn1871]

I suppose he means that the rod should be in a horizontal position above the shark.

[@leeoneill9573]

Are you a guide? I’m coming to Florida to shark fish next month and am interested in guide services

[@timgreer7440]

I kayak fish and hope to never be in that situation. I do like to eat shark though, just don't want to catch it from a kayak.

[@jonathang5843]

Small sharks it's not a big deal. Bigger sharks just need more respect and release them like this video.

[@prestonhendley3454]

I live in Ky and trailer a boat down to Destin a few times a year to shark fish. I do all of my fishing from dusk on or pre sunrise/just after sunrise. I’ve never targeted them during the day or drift fished like this. A couple of questions…. Are you doing this type of fishing all day long or early/late hours. How are you picking your drift spot? Are you around structure? Thanks!

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time.

[@ktmdays]

I did this today all day nothing I'll try again

[@kikinnit]

Why are fisherman like these all worried about the sun ?? I’d be out there trying to get as tan as possible. Would they spend the day at the beach all covered up like that?!

[@ctdvargas]

Cancer lol

[@chasincharters338]

When you are exposed to the sun 6 days a week for 10 hours at a time cancer is a MAJOR concern

[@anapolniavillamil3070]

Lmao come fish with me buddy imma watch you through on a long sleeve after sitting on Galveston sea wall mid day lmao 🤙🏽

[@rainnants]

cancer

[@imjustsayin]

So does the shark just have to swim around with a hook and leader for the rest of his life?

[@steenosrs8077]

Nah, it rusts out

[@Dman9fp]

Stainless steel hooks are much more rust resistant than people think. But there's alternatives on the market like bronze & whatever Owner brand hooks are (old ones can get pretty rusty in the tackle box, shows it works) Also for Florida the FWC you requires you take the online shark fishing course for catching big sizable sharks, although for charters I'm not sure if this applies

[@kenledson]

Doesn't look like a fun way to fish them

[@darkreaper1809]

Anyone who fillets fish alive loses credibility and actually does a huge disservice to the fishing community.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@sreism]

Please don't catch sharks. They are integral part of our ecosystem. Please watch shark water extinction movie once.

[@Yourkingpapieddie]

Why would you watch a shark fishing video if you’re against it? Makes no sense

[@tommyfinle788]

In particular in Florida there is much growing concern of shark overpopulation, with good reason. Anywhere where there is saltwater there is plentiful sharks.

[@rainnants]

Tell that to bottom trawlers that kill millions and let them rot on the bottom. stop attacking recreational anglers who release fish they catch safely.

[@MrDuckboss]

Probably wouldn’t have wasted too much time to kill the fucking fish before filleting it. This is what gives fishermen a bad name

[@mailg8516]

I just don't get it. I can't understand what is enjoyable about fishing for sharks. I consider catching a shark just a nuisance. Also consider the shark with your hook in its jaw and leader line dragging behind. Luke you disappointed me with this video.

[@Saltstrong]

Sorry to hear this. We understand that shark fishing isn't for everyone.

[@muskietime]

mail g Interesting that you consider a shark “just a nuisance” and you judge others by what you think. There is a psychological term for that. You do know that the hook and leader will come free relatively quickly and will disintegrate right? Lastly, Fisherman are the real Stewards of the Seas.

[@dram340]

Just to give you an idea I’m a Florida born and raised use to eat alot of seafood but developed an allergy towards fish But it’s still a big hobby of mine So I started to switch up my style of fishing to bigger game fish to compensate since I can’t eat them Also those hooks rust out in 3-6 months and 2-3ft line or less is left behind Also being spoiled by living in Florida there’s plenty of people who would like to say they caught a shark in their life at least once

[@crimsontrooper4637]

Petty

[@saleen12]

Shark fishing is the most adrenaline rushing fun form of fishing on the planet. It's a true apex predator you are battling

[@livefreeordie1776xxx]

Keep on letting them go all the more for me to keep 👌

[@alabamasmokeywilson6818]

Great Videos lots of great advice I love Shark fishing plan to do some this summer Mobile Bay area thanx smokeywilson

[@Saltstrong]

Awesome Smokey! Let us know how you do!

[@josephfalzone4722]

For me the best part of this video has to be watching that Hammerhead swimming around checking everything out before going for the bait. Thanks for the awesome video.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@paddleandhook]

great video guys! I loved it!

[@robbyherrington9427]

Did you say 12 feet of water?

[@chapo1855]

What size reel and braid line did you use for the hammerhead???

[@williamlaird4453]

Pretty sure he said 40