SOFT PLASTICS FISHING FOR BEGINNERS

[@644Jim]

Thank you so very much for explaining everything plain and simple. I'm in my 70's and I'm still learning after all these years.

[@fishingmad]

You are so welcome!

[@AstralApophis]

Stay young Jim 🎉❤

[@willucas123]

Good on you for still fishing Mate 💪🎣

[@benalchin4720]

This is without a doubt the most in-depth and easiest video I've come across that explains soft plastic fishing cheers to sunny days and screaming reels 👌

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Ben im really glad you enjoyed it. I appreciate the positive feedback !!

[@BlackMamba-lt8oe]

@@fishingmad bro which colour soft plastic is best for baramundi

[@tristanold]

same

[@richstrobel]

6:21 That's probably some of the best advice I could have for lures and soft plastic. Maybe even with dead shrimp.

[@breezygeezy1370]

Amazing man, I’ve been desperately trying to find a video like this. Simple, step by step instructions…thankyou.

[@fishingmad]

Brilliant !! Glad you liked it!

[@DilanMongarOfficial]

Thank you so much, because of your videos I have learnt soft plastic fishing and have been catching lots of salmon, Snook and breams.

[@fishingmad]

Thats so Great to hear Dilan!

[@fishingwiththomas]

Finally got a chance to put these techniques to use on Sunday. My 7 year old son caught 13 Redfin in about 2hrs. Thanks for putting this out.

[@Shaylin97]

Thank you for an awesome video! My younger cousin LOVES fishing, but none of us know much about it so found this super helpful to give it a good crack!

[@fishingmad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@imthatguy5878]

Thanks mate. I was super keen to get onto soft plastics but just had no idea how to use them. I’ve watched heaps of videos but this is by far the most in depth and comprehensive video i’ve seen.

[@fishingmad]

Glad I could help !! Got some great stuff on the way too that im sure youll enjoy

[@supersignsaustraliaptyltd3734]

Thanks Alan, I have been an old stink bait fisho for 40 years and thoroughly enjoyed this guide very comprehensive. I have never taken to the plastics as I never had much luck but I have been using the wrong kind of rod, hahaha thanks for inspiring me to buy some more right gear, love the channel and became a member some months back and loving your content with the vids and in the members area, keep it coming

[@fishingmad]

Thank you so much for the positive words and for being a treasured fishingmad member. Don't hesitate to email me with any workshop topic suggestions and questions for our regular members podcast

[@LadyRuin]

this is the best info ive found yet for fishing with soft plastics. thanks for putting this out there!

[@fishingmad]

Glad it was helpful! Your very welcome.

[@bubunitpsn]

This is the best video for what I’m looking for on KZbin, cheers mate!

[@fishingmad]

Glad you liked it! heaps more helpful stuff on the channel like this too

[@kluc88]

Exactly the video i was looking for. Other videos are fun to watch but skip over basics, which is just what a frustrated beginner like me needs. Thanks so much for sharing these wonderful tips.

[@fishingmad]

Glad you liked it! make sure you check out the other helpful content on our channel.

[@geoffhunt6439]

Thank you, this is the best video I’ve found for information on rods, reels, line and casting for using soft plastics. Brilliant.

[@fishingmad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stevo3644]

Alan is a skilled angler and demonstrates the various aspects of fishing in a clear and concise manner.

[@fishingmad]

Thank you, Stephen its greatly appreciated !!

[@keithdouglas8707]

Good on you mate👍it's not very often that people want to teach you the basics

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Keith, yeah had heaps of requests to do this one, so was time to go back to basics

[@Cimmeron]

Great video again Alan, The mistake I made when I started soft plastic fishing was that I had too much slack in the system. Especially when there was wind creating a bow in my braid. I started having more success when someone showed me how to work that line between tension and slack and watching for that line to dip when you contact bottom. Great sp101 here!

[@thomspoody9887]

I'm so happy that I've found this channel. Thank you for your effective techniques. God bless!

[@fishingmad]

You are so welcome! Lots of helpful content on the channel, Enjoy !!

[@dartymcphee6738]

Wow, this video is everything all in 1! Exactly what I was looking for after watching hundreds of videos…this video would have to be the best & most informative beginner fishing video plus it’s Australian 👍🙏! Cheers mate & I appreciate the info 🫡

[@fishingmad]

You're very welcome! Glad it helped, heaps of helpful content on our channel and detailed workshops in our member's area.

[@joshchanny]

One of the best beginners guide on soft plastic I’ve seen. Very well done indeed. Subscribed! Intermediate guide coming soon….

[@fishingmad]

Awesome, thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@joshchanny]

May I ask what would you recommend for soft plastic rod on the bank targeting reddies on the lake? Particularly in Miller rods range, there’s so many of it idk which one to save my money for. 8lb braide 8lb leader is what I would go for with a Vanford 2500. Please?

[@fishingmad]

100% cant go past the grub freak, its an amazing soft plastic rod. I also own a twicth freak and brawler, I find a lot of times i end up using the twicth freak.

[@jaredbuttigieg]

Thanks Alan 👍🏼 I’ve been wanting to learn how to use soft plastics for a while, this vid helps heaps

[@fishingmad]

No problem 👍 Glad to hear it. Soft plastics is so much fun

[@jordythebassist]

Fantastic video Alan! I don't think people realise just how tedious and hard it is to make a video with all this awesome info and demonstrations. It's definitely a lot harder than filming a fishing trip!

[@fishingmad]

Thanks !! Its greatly appreciated. Yeah videos like this can take 30-40 hours to properly pull together. I hope people enjoy it and appreciate the effort.

[@NartSosruko91]

I got absolutely every answer about fishing with soft plastics. Thank you ssoo much Alan :)

[@fishingmad]

So glad you found it helpful !!

[@NartSosruko91]

@@fishingmad It's like you prepared the video specially for me. All kinds of questions in my mind have been answered thanks to you ☺️☺️

[@menasouvlaki3595]

After discovering this video, then learning how to fish, this is the best introduction video to fishing on soft plastics on all of the internet. Well played

[@fishingmad]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful! Heaps of other good content on our channel we hope you will enjoy

[@daveyjones9994]

I caught 2 bass on soft plastics after using the techniques you taught in this video. Thank you for all the information

[@fishingmad]

That is awesome! your very welcome

[@8dison]

Thank you so much Alan, you have no idea how much this video has helped me, I hooked onto a really big flathead 2 nights ago, unfortunately the line broke while I was attempting to land the fish, but my heart was racing for the entire 5 minutes. I've yet to hook onto something big consistently before using bait, but for soft plastic is giving me big results!

[@dc4334]

Great video! You two are awesome!! Thank you. Easily best straight-forward tutorial I have seen. You gained a new subscriber 😊

[@fishingmad]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@phillipfoster7849]

What a machine! You abs land fish TV are the reason I lure fish, massive inspiration

[@fishingmad]

Thank you very much !! Glad you enjoyed it

[@Johnd262]

Great video,,I'm about to start on soft plastics ive always used bait ,,hopefully I will catch a few with these tips

[@fishingmad]

Glad I could help, Hopefully this helps get you onto a few decent fish with plastics

[@sachithfernando3918]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🙏🙏🙏 Most Basically perfect Guide, No nonsense , Do s don't straight to point. I learnt more than 10 videos i watched. 🍺 ❤🇱🇰

[@fishingmad]

Awesome, really glad you enjoyed it. Heaps of helpful content on the channel that im sure you will enjoy

[@jonathonhunt935]

Hi Alan great content as usual. Thanks so much for sharing your passion and knowledge in your typically humble and encouraging style. Love your work😊

[@fishingmad]

Thanks so much !! I really appreciate the kind feedback. Got a few more detailed ones like this recently published and in progress so keep an eye out for those

[@xmonks]

Never used soft plastics before, I followed all your advice to a tee. Skunked out yesterday, but got up early today, and bagged 2 good sized flathead in quick succession out in Yamba. I don't think I would have been able to do it without your advice. It was heaps of fun, and now I just want to get out there tomorrow!

[@paulhoughton6550]

Great video mate. Was in Victoria 10 years ago. Sister said no fishing around here. Redfin perch everywhere I went.

[@BryanGreatwich]

Awesome in depth video made it easy to understand baits getting more expensive brought a few different brands and sizes and colours. Time to hit the rock walls

[@fishingmad]

Glad you enjoyed it! Good luck with the plastics fishing !!

[@lennevets3873]

Really helpful video friend, im from South Africa, a trainer fisherman.I am fishing in salt water rivers, but this video helped alot. Awesome. Steven nel

[@fishingmad]

Really glad you found it helpful, awesome to know our content is being watched in South Africa, Hello from Australia.

[@kevindelcros3999]

Great stuff Alan, I'll be tuning in for some more of your vids. Happy fishing guys

[@fishingmad]

Thanks so much Kevin, glad you enjoyed it.

[@nathanbugeja9863]

Loving the content Alan done some fishing over the years but been taking abit more serious lately and enjoying learning plastics always used bait before your vids have helped alot hopefully bump into you near the water one day cheers mate

[@fishingmad]

Your really welcome Nathan !! Glad its helpful. Hope to see ya out there

[@wiltubeprospecting2983]

Great tips and tricks on this video, Nice fish. The colours on those redfin are nice. Great work on the video and keep them up.

[@fishingmad]

Thank you !! Im glad you found it helpful

[@raffaelescarfo7254]

Love the video Alan and love ya Facebook page too you give back a lot to the fishing community in regards to advice and community. Well done and cheers. Tight lines

[@fishingmad]

Awesome thank you so much!

[@yokfin53]

Great video. A light rod is a must. I recently tried an ultralight rod, it is amazing for casting hardly any effort especially when using very light lures of 4 to 6 grams.

[@fishingmad]

Yeah finesse fishing is so much fun. I have a few ultra light rods and it just takes fishing for bread and butter species to another level.

[@El_Siervo]

Thanks so much for sharing. Very detailed explanation for us. Second cast and fish hooked, best example that shows it really works. And, yes we learned something good today. 👍

[@Zero96]

Fantastic demonstration of the double uni knott. 👏

[@Emerc80]

Nice work putting this very informative video together...I reckon anyone would be able to get out on the water and have confidence in their gear and technique after watching this video. Cheers mate.

[@fishingmad]

Thank you so much, I'm Glad you enjoyed it and found it very helpful.

[@PaulSmith-zs5je]

Enjoying your vids and just became a member so I can get a head start on fishing around Melb and Victoria. Was wandering how you go about setting the right amount of drag for this light setup.

[@fishingmad]

Thanks !! That's wonderful. There is actually a video in our member's area specifically on how I like the set the drag for light and medium reels. If you need help finding it let me know or don't hesitate to email me directly. Thanks

[@matthewcashman5390]

Cheers Mate For Your In Depth Video 🐟 I'm Just Starting To Use The Soft Plastics For Trout And This Video Was The Best I've Seen To Ebable Me To Not Give Up And To Persist On And Catch Me First Tassie Trout On Softies 🎣🤞👍👍

[@adamtee3474]

What an awesome and informative video, of to the local tackle shop tomorrow and down to the river!

[@ianrennison]

Thanks so much for this video! I started fishing about 4 months ago and have found your videos both inspiring and invaluable!! I've never caught a fish on a soft plastic despite months of trying. I have a question - how regularly would you swap out a lure to try a different style or colour? I usually try for 30 mins+ before I change but maybe that's too slow?

[@fishingmad]

Your welcome Ian, your spot on i would usually change a soft plastic or lure after 20-30 minutes. Often its more a case of covering ground trying to find the schools or waiting until they come on the bite. But always good to keep mixing it up until things start happening.

[@ianrennison]

@@fishingmad Awesome, I'll keep on trying! Thanks so much for replying!

[@Daniel-xc8nf]

@@ianrennison don't stop be persistent and let the addiction start 🤙🎣

[@ianrennison]

@@Daniel-xc8nf Thanks! Don't worry, I'm loving my fishing journey so far! One day I'll be catching like the pros!! 😁

[@fishingmad]

100% agreed, it does take some persistence but once you start catching a few the confidence grows and there is no turning back as its a lot of fun

[@RB-tc8ru]

I liked your video a lot, great info. But please don’t throw away the tag ends of your line like that. Even if you pick them up later, tossing them to the side like that makes it look like your discarding them then and there - we want our fisheries to remain as pristine as they are now for our kids and grandkids to enjoy.

[@C.Abbenfield]

I absolutely agree. Very comprehensive and also enjoyable video, but lately I was just shocked by the amount of garbage and leftover plastics left by fellow fisherman at fishing spots, so I think we all should try our very best to advocate taking everything with us at all times. Keep up the great work Alan!

[@PutSomeTwazOnIt]

Great point, hopefully people start to adapt to biodegradable line

[@timmayers4965]

Don’t destroy what you came to enjoy!

[@lazarlol4132]

​@@PutSomeTwazOnIt Biodegradable line seems counter-intuitive to me.

[@ChasinRainbows]

Calm down Alan would've cleaned it all up

[@hunterfan6194]

Hi, Alan, I still remembered three years old, you produced a very informative videos about beginner fishing with bait of worms at marybiyong river for bream, this is another great one about soft plastic, very helpful, thank you

[@fishingmad]

Wow, thats right I remember that one clearly. The production has come a fair way since those days, but I think people really appreciate these instructional vids.

[@polsiola]

Caught a flounder on my first time using plastics thanks to your videos. 👍🏾

[@fishingmad]

That is awesome! So glad it helped you.

[@boycebag1]

Great vid, love your work mate. Must admit I was twitching with that hook sitting through the eyelet lol.

[@fishingmad]

Thanks 👍

[@nvrcnfrm6225]

for sure the most informative soft plastic video ive watched. will help out a lot cheers 👍

[@fishingmad]

Awesome, thank you!

[@m-m8835]

One thing my spin rods always seem to suffer with on fluro leaders is the tiny little guides at the end catching on the line on the way out and sometimes the way in too. Even with the FG knot still had a few disasters

[@fishingmad]

Yeah I get the same issues at times especially with micro guides on high end rods. the trick for me has been to get a higher grade braid with thinner diameter. Things like gosen 16x or Daiwa Saltiga 12

[@didierlarose7041]

Thank you! The best video I found for a beginner!

[@fishingmad]

I'm really glad it was helpful

[@iliakoupatsiaris8008]

Wish more people gave this much depth to explaining! Great work!

[@fishingmad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@benvousaime]

Awesome video Alan, made me realise how I could make some gear adjustments. With the squid season, would be great to see a similar video just on squid fishing! 😅

[@fishingmad]

Thanks and yes already working on a similar one for squid. Just need the perfect conditions to get the best vid/audio. Wont be to far away im sure.

[@divin777]

Nice video! I wonder how you change the jig head fast in case you need to adjust to a different size!?

[@theoriginalshotgunoutdoors3269]

AWESOME! Great job covering the basic set up and techniques.

[@fishingmad]

Thanks so much! Glad you found it helpful

[@travishurst1772]

Thanks Alan going Fishing this weekend for redfin thanks for the tips and i love your content keep it up :)

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Travis, Good luck. Hope ya catch plenty of reddies out there. They will fire up in the warmer months but you can catch some big ones during winter

[@clintbrookes3697]

Great video Alan. This stuff was so hard to find when I first started a few years ago

[@fishingmad]

Glad you enjoyed it and it was helpful.

[@richardharker2775]

All good advice Alan. Sometimes I never know if I lift my rod too fast or slow. I see some fishos rip their rod so hard I imaging just the fish lips hanging off the hook. I like the advantages of soft plastics since if you get no bites just pack up.

[@peterclose1446]

Very informative video Alan, but why do you cast with your right hand then change over to your left to retrieve? being right handed myself I always cast with my right hand and retrieve with my left, saying that tight lines bro'

[@zackmm9135]

Hi, I really like your video, keep it up. However may i know how to cast from a higher ground?

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Zack, your very welcome. When fishing higher ground do exactly the same thing expect give the soft plastic time to hit the bottom first. So longer pauses.

[@cthierry4428]

Great video & pedagogy, perfect support to teach your kids 😊

[@slowandcurious9455]

This irish dude knows what he's doing. 👌 good job. I also use the double uni

[@YakubibnEsau]

Nice tutorial! Tight lines from the US.

[@paulygards9500]

Great easy to follow instructions, thx so much

[@fishingmad]

You're very welcome!

[@danwozza1753]

Awesome job on explaining all the diferent techniques and equipment, Ive always struggled when setting up and never really had much luck with catching anything lately but after watching this video think I can take my fishing to another level top job 👍

[@Fish368]

Hi Alan - Thank you! Very good explanation!

[@fishingmad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mikehirn552]

I like to match the diameter of my braid to my fluorocarbon leader. Makes the double uni slide through the guides better on the retrieve. Like 30lb braid to 12 pound fluoro. For what thats worth.

[@brucechu3791]

Wow, very cool i just want to ask where is this lake

[@eurekagold]

Fantastic video . I would like to know when you changed your soft plastic, Di you change you jig head too , if not can you reuse the original orange soft plastic a number of times ? Or is it ruined because you rigged it up once already and has holes in it . If the plastic is ok ,how many times can you re right the same plastic before the hole is to big to reuse . Do you leave the jig and the plastic together for another time or start from scratch next time . Also do use use a snap swivel to keep changing your plastics . Thank you once again any info would be much appreciated and keep up the great work Maurice ,

[@fishingmad]

I used the same jig head the entire time. How long you get out of a soft plastic really depends on the brand of soft plastic and how many bites you get. I often chop and change colours and profiles of the soft plastic until im consistently getting bites. if you use brands like Zman they are crazy durable and rarely break even after many catches. I dont use snap swivles, i just tie the jig head using a uni knot and most times just change the plastic if i feel a need, without really changing the jig head much unless its to heavy or to light.

[@eurekagold]

@@fishingmad thank you for responding . I’m in the organizing process . So if I change plastic I kept it on the jig and put it back in the packet but that means I have too many jig heads around . Now I’ll use the same highway as you advised and put the plastic back in the packet . Do you mark which one you’ve used in the packet or is it obvious that it’s been used so as to not using new ones cheers Maurice

[@pauly2505]

Can you use a swivel instead of a double uni knot for the leader , thanks

[@fishingmad]

No, you shouldn't use a swivel, you risk breaking the guides on your rod if you accidentally reel into much and it will impact the swimming action of the soft plastic and the casting distance. Cheers

[@SandmannOZ]

Hey Alan, thanks for the clear instructional vid. I've been bait fishing on and off for forty years or so but just starting out with soft plastics now and doing my research. One question: you mention not using a swivel? I notice you're fishing a lake with really still waters... if you were fishing coastal waters with tidal currents would you use a swivel there? And if so would you put it between the main line and leader, or use a snap swivel on the jig head?

[@fishingmad]

Never use a swivel it impacts the swimming action of the soft plastic and will damage the guides of your rod if your not careful. You'll see in many of our other vids I'm fishing in the bay targeting bigger species like snapper and I always use 1 rod length of fluro joined by a double uni or FG knot. Hope that helps

[@SandmannOZ]

@@fishingmad fair enough, thanks for answering. I'm off to Bribie Island tomorrow with a few packs of plastics, we'll see how it goes. :)

[@vah2000pl]

Favorite Black Swan. Cool rod.

[@fishingmad]

Yep very cool rods, so nice and light

[@Styla78]

Alan never disappoints. Always delivers the goods! 👍

[@fishingmad]

Thank you !!

[@facemane8178]

whan is the light spin set up you are using in this video mate?

[@fishingmad]

I was using a Favorite Black Swan 1-3 kilo rod paired with a Vanford 2500. I've got a few other combos that I'm running with now. Cheers

[@robertmckinnon2104]

Hi Alan great vid I'm 70 years old love fishing want to fish soft plastics for fist time whats a good light spinning rod and size to use love your vids Rob.

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Rob, I appreciate the kind words. I would recommend starting with a 2-4 kg rod around 7 foot in length paired with a 2500 size reel. That's a very versatile setup which will allow you to target a whole range of different species in the lakes, estuaries and bay. Its hard to recommend specific ones because the budgets are so drastically different between an entry level and high end setup. We do have some gear guides in our members area to try and help people with brand and model choices. If your just starting you should be able to pickup a combo with specs i mentioned above for $120-$200 at most retailers and keep an eye out for specials

[@Draznesht]

Thanks for the great lession. My question here is: Do you feel the bites on your hand or watch the rod end or just when you are pulling some line there is a fish on it :) What size is the rod M? 8-32grams? I am a beginner and try to find whats my mistake in the jig fishing to not feel bites at all.

[@fishingmad]

Yeah you feel little taps on the rod tip, especially if your using a decent spin rod and braid. I feel the taps on the rod tip and that usually transfers down the rod blank. Then you wait for them to hit hard and then strike

[@iggie1439]

Thanks again Alan, good info. Would you please name the place you are when fishing so we have a good idea where to go. Thank you.

[@Random-ux7vd]

Does anyone know was jig head that is. It looks amazing on that swim bai!

[@fishingmad]

Its just a standard TT Headlocksz 1/8 size 2-0 jighead. We also use HWS jigheads for amazing presentation.

[@robertcatalano8440]

Hi Alan great informative video would you be able to list Rod details ,reel line ,soft plastics

[@fishingmad]

Hi Robert, the rod was a Favorite Black Swan, the reel was a Shimano Vanford 2500 ( this is a high end rod/reel outfit and there are great cheaper alternatives for beginners, in our last members podcast we spent 30 minutes talking about great rod and reel options under $150 ), line was 8 lb Gosen Hard 8, the soft plastics used were strike tiger grubs in orange vodka colour and Daiwa 2.5 inch paddle tails. Hope that helps.

[@evergreendhar2007]

Sir 100 gram of soft plastic fishing lure is good for small fish or is so big sir🙏 Thanks you

[@JK-ch8gj]

Just found your channel. Brilliant. Thanks so much!!

[@fishingmad]

Awesome, thank you! Lots of helpful content on the channel so feel free to browse through other FishingMad vids aswell.

[@normblyton6582]

Great video, i know you pick up the trimmed line at 7.47😊

[@fishingmad]

Thanks !! And yes 100% can confirm all rubbish was picked up.

[@scuderiaferrari2068]

what do you do with a plastic that you have used? Do you rinse it off under the tap and put it back in the packet?

[@fishingmad]

yep exactly, or just throw it out, soft plastics are very cheap and some of the brands like zmans are super durable so they are often fine to rinse and keep reusing.

[@marioscarpuzza9810]

Hi Alan ,your videos are always so nice to watch, so useful and simple to follow. You are just the best in the business, so professional and kind. My best regards 😃🤙🤙🤙🤗

[@fishingmad]

Thank you so much Mario !!

[@martinhyde8179]

Great tips and well explained vid as a dinosaur trying soft plastics for the first time in ten years can anyone explain how the braid doesn't twist up without a swivel and just a braid to leader knot?

[@resk5621]

Can I use a carabiner instead of tying the hook? So I can switch it quicker. Thanks

[@fishingmad]

Yes you can use a quick changing lure snap or egi clip

[@ianb4801]

Curious about not using a swivel with a thread line reel. It's Ben a while, but we always used a tiny to reduce the line twisting. Is braid different - or were we overthinking the need for swivels?

[@fishingmad]

Yes, dont use a swivel. It will make casting harder and impact the swimming action of the soft plastic. Instead tie onto jig head using a simple uni or blood knot.

[@ianb4801]

@@fishingmad but won't the line just progressively just twist more and more?

[@peterrobinson3056]

Great video. Have found the @fishingmad videos today and are burning through them. Question though: I get casting half a dozen times in the one spot then moving further to cover more ground to find fish. But how many spots would you try with no luck before you would consider trying a different soft plastic? And do you then go over the same ground with the new plastic or keep moving down?

[@fishingmad]

Glad your finding the videos helpful. With plastics I usually fish the same spot for 10-15 minutes and then move on and try another spot for 10-15 minutes and repeat the process, it might only be a small move 50-100 meters of bigger if im not really liking the spot. If im not getting any bites or nibbles after 30 minutes then im likely to change the plastic colour or profile until i work out what there biting on the day. Each day will be different, thats the challenge and adventure of fishing is working through each day

[@peterrobinson3056]

@@fishingmad awesome. thank you for expanding on this point for me.

[@jordanhardy5800]

hi mate love the video learnt a lot just wanted to know what brand is your reel cheers 😊

[@fishingmad]

Hi Jordan, It was a Shimano Vanford 2500. Hope that helps.

[@downunderfishing105]

I love soft plastic fishing I use mostly zman soft plastics but also like using these glowing in the dark soft what is your favourite soft plastic to use

[@fishingmad]

I agree, my favourites are Zman 2.5 inch grub in motor oil and Berkley turtleback worm 4 inch in camo. They catch everything

[@downunderfishing105]

@@fishingmad zman motor oil 2.5 inch is my favourite

[@fishingmad]

They are great !!

[@_TheOnlyJman_]

Hey Alan, i'm a little late to this video but i'm just wondering if you have any specific rod recommendations for soft plastics fishing?

[@fishingmad]

All depends on what your targeting. A good starting point would be something like a 7 foot 2-4 kilo rod paired with a 2500 size reel.

[@_TheOnlyJman_]

@@fishingmad cheers

[@benc3214]

Great video mate I really enjoyed you walking through from beginning to end. What is the rod you’re using or what rod is a decent entry level to get me started, cheers.

[@fishingmad]

Your very welcome, the rod used was a Favorite Black Swan they are very hard to source in Australia. Any 2-4kg spin rod would work well for both bait and soft plastics. Something Like a Shimano Raider, Shimano Zodias/Vanford combo, Daiwa TD Black combo. Have a look on the fishingmad website which suggests some great rod and reel options at different price points. fishingmad.com.au/review/best-spinning-rods-2024

[@benc3214]

@@fishingmad Thank you for taking the time to reply very much appreciated i'll check it out. Great to see you take your daughter out too, mine is about the same age and she enjoys a fish too.

[@JamoRox75]

Come fish Western Aus Alan! Awesome vid dude.

[@fishingmad]

Id love to come to WA an fish. The fishing there is amazing.

[@gabisalloum6122]

Fantastic video , what is the length of the rod, please?

[@fishingmad]

Rod is 7 feet long. Cheers

[@dingo4010]

I've been looking for a video like this for a while. As someone with minimal lure experience, this is the best instructional video I've seen. Everything is covered here.

[@julianleeritchie3705]

Very intrested tutorial thanks so much for lots of info

[@footworkF]

Best video for beginners, thanks mate.👍

[@fishingmad]

your very welcome !!

[@jacksoncajulus1028]

You teach very well… thank you… Subscribed