Boat Fishing Tips for Beginners - The Totally Awesome Fishing Show

Thousands of anglers spend a day afloat on a charter boat, fishing for many different species. But newcomers need to know the very basic tips and techniques to be in with the chance of getting a fish or two. Graeme Pullen takes you through a beginners guide to boat fishing, with tips that are easy to follow and have been proven fish catchers through the years. He takes his 17ft boat "Hi-Sea-Drifter" out to the Eastern Wight fishing grounds to put it through its paces. Filming entirely alone he decides to show baits as well - and that means the chance of catching something on The Totally Awesome Fishing cameras starts to increase. Booking a charter boat often gives the beginner or novice the best chance of catching. He covers best techniques, downtiding, updtiding and light tackle fishing for smaller fish, the options are there to choose whatever technique you want, but even after 40 years of sea fishing Graeme still gets huge success on the rigs. Get a pen and paper, there are plents of TOTALLY AWESOME tips in there!.
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[@artstrick]

On behalf of everyone....Thank you for taking the time to do such an awesome video.

[@TAFishing]

I still haul-up manually, even on my own, but I dare not anchor in fast tides single handed as I am up on the bow so can't run forward. Got the Alderney Ring, as long as you follow procedure of not running over your own anchor rope you should be OK.Better to fish two people on a boat, if only to haul anchor. I wear those rubber garden gloves for extra grip on the rope. Always take care pulling up anchors. Wear a lifejacket.

[@TAFishing]

Our boat rigged out cost around £14,000,but that's new. It would doubtless be more now. You can get cheaper second-hand boats but I looked at complete rubbish, driving miles to look at overpriced pieces of junk that looked OK in the photograph. So I went for new. Its a minefield out there, and you never know if the boat's hull has got any water ingress. I don't what to tell you. I don't think you'll get much for less than say £5000,and even then you don't know how the engine has been serviced.

[@johnjudgey5525]

What kind of boat is it please I didn't quite catch it at the beginning I'm looking to buy a boat for the summer loving the shows by the way thanks

[@zoffinger]

It was cool to hang out with you for an hour, Gramme! Felt like I was there fishing with ya :) Cheers from Tampa, Florida

[@killinit4x4]

Hey man!! watch your videos every time you upload, built my kayak with your inspiration man keep up the great work, fancy seeing you here hehe

[@cjtathome]

Cool , I’m living in the U.K. but come from Bradenton !

[@TAFishing]

17-foot Wilson Flyer.Best value starter boat in the world as far as I'm concerned.

[@biged2546]

Have orkney longliner 16ft....literaly just starting but heared the orkney would be up there for sure

[@rickydaniel1573]

Just bought my first boat. Great show. Your videos are exactly what us beginners need. Thanks for your time, knowledge and enthusiasm.

[@kr9735]

I'm no fisherman and when I saw the length of your video I was considering passing by. That was a quick hour! A very good video and great to see your experience and enthusiasm bearing fruit.

[@andydunnock8114]

You are so entertaining, Graeme. A natural - cameraman, director, producer, host, and angler!

[@T3hJones]

You made a better fishing video alone then most whole tv crews can do! Totally awesome!

[@TAFishing]

T3hJones There is an even better "solo" boat film on the way....keep watching !!!

[@szymonberger2680]

TAFishing i love your boat and thanks for the tips

[@jinahansen5369]

T3hJones no

[@TAFishing]

An Ugly Stick.12lb class spinning rod. Broken tip so shorter than it should be.25 years old. Biggest fish on it ? 140lb Tarpon from Islamorada, Florida boated by Mike. This one isn't a rod...it's a relative!!!

[@SnapRasta]

"Those of the budget conscious, as I am possibly the Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@theavenger3363]

The Bruce Forsyth of sea fishing. Brilliant 👍😉😁

[@TSPF2]

Graeme, you remind me of Bruce Forsyth.

[@TAFishing]

Don't ever get fooled by buying a boat (hull) that your are finished. You are generally just starting !! A pit into which your pour money(Continually !) But fun. Or so I keep telling myself. The Wilson Flyer is about the best value starter boat you could buy, but by the time you add engine/trailer/electronics etc I guess I'm into about £14,000.Its probably more, but I try not to think about it. Our 550lb odd Porbeagle shark makes it all worthwhile. Had 3 different species over 100lb in it.

[@TAFishing]

I was on a mark given me by Wayne Comben, north of the Nab.However,you can't fish bass in Langstone harbour, I believe they are still protected. I don't think anyone will tell you where to go bass fishing, as lots are sold ,at least that's what I am told. Wayne is the man to contact on our website. You won't get a bass mark, but you might get a tip or bait technique. Drop him an email,I am sure he will point you in the right direction.

[@TAFishing]

Listen, don't worry, you are so right .I swim about as good as a Dodo with a backpack of lead, so its a one-way ticket. Mike's off filming in Swanage today but before he left I got him to put a mention up on the film to remind people. I wouldn't dream of driving my car without a seat belt yet loads of us jump in boats and power off. I bet there are hundreds nodding in agreement that they forget to put on their kill switch. Well spotted.

[@boatingforbeginners7949]

Hey Great top tips Graeme, Thankyou. Thoroughly enjoy your vids, Greetings from Crete, Greece

[@TAFishing]

8 years old, got a Starfish off Teignmouth beach, Devon on family holiday.Took it to local aquarium. Bad(and later,expensive)move as I saw all the fish in the aquarium and have never been the same since. My Dad fished with me when I was about age 14 to 21.Never nuts like I was. But we had some great laughs. He never took life too seriously. But he "left me too early" if you know what I mean. I'm lucky to have a laugh filming with Mike. Lots of father/son combos don't get that chance.

[@TAFishing]

I know what you mean, but that's just the way it is all over the world. Multipliers go on top of the rod. Fixed spools go underneath.

[@JerseyTom]

Cool video. That ship that came close to you was carrying a commercial sized wind turbine blade.

[@TAFishing]

No, but heard its got great fishing for Cod and Halibut. Might be on the filming agenda, but I don't like the cold weather !!!

[@TAFishing]

Glad you like the Shows. More shows on the way, all brand new, many often up on KZbin within 48 hours of the catch. We try to be on the ball. Keep spreading the word over there, we are getting a huge amount of interest, especially from the States surf guys. Got a great shore one up next Tuesday(August 6th-7pm) showing pendulum casting with the best shore fisherman I've ever had the privilege of filming. His casting is AWESOME !! Watch out for it.

[@TAFishing]

Never tried that one, but do you know what, that's a good point. Maybe someone else has already tried that one and could answer.

[@TAFishing]

Cod are a winter species. I was only filming there a couple of weeks ago(July)

[@TAFishing]

Yes, most anglers use feathers for catching mackerel, but with all the commercial pressure they are under I would say its rare to get a hundred in one session. Sometimes we only just catch enough for bait,and its getting harder every year. I feel you might struggle to get 100 on each trip out in years to come. I can't even remember the last time I caught 100 mackerel. We only usually catch 10/20 for enough bait, then stop catching them.

[@jaimaUK]

TA Fishing we need to stop all the foreign trawlers in British waters they are overkilling all our fish species

[@georgemullen3383]

great videos thanks big big help

[@LockedXxmattyxx]

This video just shows how different fishing cultures can be, in Australia there is absolutely no time we would be excited about catching a ray! Great video none the less!

[@dragondix]

Geez... I know this is for beginners but I'm lost as to how to manage the reel after the first 5 minutes... lots to learn. GREAT video by the way, great detail and lots of great tips!!!!!

[@jetskirob9779]

Just brought my 1st fishing boat and this video has help me thank you for your time YOU WILL MAKE A FISHERMEN OUT OF ME

[@freddiearbuckle6806]

GOOD LOOKING BOAT HAS LOTS OF ROOM TO FIGHT THE FISH.

[@rogereskilsson9883]

freddie arbuckle t f

[@jackfinnerty7891]

Hi mate any chance you can tell me where and what brand line you get? Also do you prefer braid or mono for boat fishing and for beach fishing? Iv just bought 80 pound braid n it's breaking at less than 40 lb strain!!!

[@Spider_Hamn]

hi ,nice video have the same boat as yours superb boat that is, had it on rough water its not bad at all.Tell me what top speed are you getting of yours with this 65 hrs engine ?I have johnson 50 hp does 47 km/h with two lads loads of gear,auxilarry 2.5 horse push it at 8 km/h no probs

[@saskaleb]

Best boat fishing on utube for sure, great onemanshow job

[@TAFishing]

Hi Tom, got a busy filming schedule at the moment but we will look into it!

[@BoeingRules100]

I own a 17 foot Pilot 590 with a 70 hp Johnson, the pilot 590 is very wide for its length, and handles large swells with ease.Not that I like to go out in rough seas, but if we get a surprise well stay safe and somewhat dry.

[@rwglavin3794]

I always get a kick out of your productions. Great job with this one also. I've been fishing a long time and I have time in as a commercial rod & reel guy in New England. Well I just picked up a 17 foot Boston Whaler here in Virginia and I'm going to give a few things on this video a shot. We don't really use "booms" on this side but I'll see how they work on Cobia and Short Nose Shark. Again thanks and job well done.

[@Alton-x]

What would your advice be on handling fish, as a novice im not fully aware of the spikey ones to watch out for, some you grab in the mouth, others through the gills, I notice you always grab rays to the side of the head even the thornbacks

[@JamieMarksify]

Don't say where would he be without a mouth I'm trying to help people😂🤣🤣Crying mate

[@caddy9943]

Well Done. I have the same boat but mine is without the cabin. Now, previous owner does not know whats the name of the boat. Is it a Boston Whaler or a Dory Quay. well done for the video, i follow every single one you transmit

[@Why8827]

Hello Graeme. I just want to ask you if its possible to get a decent beginner boat for around 1700 pounds? Me and my dad really wants to get a "cheap" boat that we can use for fishing, and how much will it cost to get fishfinders, rodholders, etc?

[@real_ruthless_gamer8417]

when the british(colonials) came to america fishing changed alot and new ideas of fishing came along like the texas rig and carolina rig.....im guessing american fishing is a hybrid of fishing just think about

[@reecefreeman2908]

Thx man I'v been fishing cince the age of3 and fish in a lot of storms it can bee a bit trikes som times but the trouble pays off I use 10ft rod comes in two 5ft parts it dose you should come over to newhaven eastsussex England

[@chefylad]

Hi Graeme I am just taking up boat fishing and your video has been really enjoyable and informative thank you, and your actually nice and enjoyable to watch without being a fishy bore lol

[@chrisbroyd6313]

I too have a Wilson flyer and have just started fishing. So this was very helpful. Also, I my see you on the Solent

[@MatH-pb2fl]

Would be awful to capture you falling off the side without any sort of life preserver....great informative vid, just stay around to make loads more please!!!!!!

[@John_Smith__]

The big Ship is carrying a Big Wind Farm Wind Generator WING .. Actually one of 3 Wings of a Wind Generator ... good sign ... renewable industries are booming.

[@leewinters418]

What system do you use for anchor retrieval, Alderney ring? I use this system with a crew member but not on my own, I'm too scared of fouling the prop

[@leewinters418]

Those windfarm boats, both cargo and support are a pain in the arris, sooner or later they're going to sink a small boat, they're totally not awesome!

[@woden20]

It only goes slack for a very short time the rest of the time it's moving. Wearing a life preserver at anchor out on your own is dangerous.

[@stevenpain2702]

great vid lots of help got the boat need some help ,hopefully this is my year thanks the great tips just keep them coming we all need a bit of help thanks

[@derekmaddock4594]

I'm going fishing in the Bristol Channel on Wednesday aboard a charter boat from Penarth. Never been fishing in open water so looking forward to it. Your tips have been a great help to me to calm me down. At age 67 it's not too late to start something new.

[@TAFishing]

Good luck! Hope you catch some fish :)

[@derekmaddock4594]

TAFishing Had a great day out with Charma Fishing, Cardiff. As it was the first time I must admit I was very apprehensive. My advice to anyone thinking of doing it is just go, don't think about it. You only need to take yourself and some food. Make sure you have appropriate clothing for the weather, preferably layered, and suntan lotion or moisturiser for your face. Everything else is supplied by the Charter Boat. Thanks for your video it did help.

[@TAFishing]

Derek Maddock Glad to hear you went out and gave it a go! Well done

[@woden20]

If he fell in with a life preserver on when the boat is at anchor, he wouldn't be able to swim back and would float away.

[@LEAFCUT]

A great video that, very enjoyable and excellent editing. Please keep them coming...thanks.

[@maneherrera14]

a baitcaster is the reel with a tear drop shape. The multiplier AKA conventional reel is always the round reels.

[@missvonklinkenhoffen]

Great video,how can 48 people possibly dislike this

[@davidwatson7329]

Because there dick's

[@mechanick1000]

was that an hour ??? i must of enjoyed it as it went really quick

[@cjtathome]

Glad to see you enjoying yourself Graham ! You’ve only got one ...

[@mixiepalms8338]

wow, thanks mate, miss fishing! amazing videos, even though you look like brucie! nice to meet to meet you nice, strictly fishing should me ya logo !

[@elveciojunior]

Thank you so much. Im from Brazil. You did so well. Congrats. The tricks and tips are very good.

[@mworrall10]

Hi what license do you need to have to own a boat like the one you have ,I have no idea of the rules ,cheers

[@russellharkess1072]

First fishing video watched, thank you Graeme. Charter boat fishing trip booked with my Dad and Brothers. Think j stand a chance now. Great choice of music. Love the channel. Cheers

[@TAFishing]

Good luck with the trip,I hope you have some fun..I was out boat fishing today with Wayne and just got back.Windy and choppy to start but turned into a nice evening.

[@Ashley_wild]

The ship passing you was carrying a blade for a wind turbine

[@jimmie2331]

i thought its caled a bait caster not a multiplier but what ever floats your boat

[@diesel92kj1]

So why are you putting the fish back ? Don't you eat them ?

[@tonysolay]

enjoyed the video much, good quality going fishing this weekend with brother in law. head start with tips maybe take video with iphone ...tony...UK

[@TAFishing]

Thanks, good luck!

[@trecampbel]

or could you just turn the rod with the eyes facing up?

[@SeaFishingIE]

Loving the videos Graeme and Mike. Are ye coming back to Cork this year? Out of curiosity what method of anchoring di you use? The Alderny method?

[@TAFishing]

Never actually fished Cork,but hope to do the south-west again .For anchoring I use a Bruce for sand/stony ground. And home-made grapnel anchor and cheap 10mm polyprop for rough ground. Trip anchors with cable ties. Haven't been using the Alderney ring method yet,but its coming. I just hand haul and pull out.Tricky fishing on my own now though.

[@johnlawless2793]

these videos have been very help full as my fishing was a bit hit and miss but yesterday i tryed the chum bag within 1 hour i had my first dog fish and there was plenty of fish atracted to the boat my boat is a 1970 fairline not very stable butt it is a strong boat thanks for your very help full tips

[@TAFishing]

+John Lawless Congrats! Glad the video and tips helped, hope you catch more fish!

[@ukseaangling4141]

Think the big thing on that boat is one of the blades for the wind turbines 🙂

[@ivanbrownstone5566]

Brilliant video guys a coarse fishermen myself but really entertaining.

[@anthonyllewellyn6968]

Your a rally driver ain't you Graham. Corse I am.

[@debo308]

What type of rod is the one you were using the silver multiplier with

[@likilikiki]

The ship is hauling a blade for a windturbine.

[@A_New_Yorker_Lost_In_Florida]

the minute I start a snack so do the fish .... they are mean.😊

[@ironian24]

Brilliant video, learnt huge amounts being a novice sea angler, I got a 3.3m inflatable boat with a 9.8hp motor and that will go 20mph and i can handle that on my own, had plenty of Sea bass with Feathers and topped off with 110gram wedge on the end, also plenty of Mackerel, but so far that is it, however your videos inspire me to do more. how far out were you and do you have certain spots you like or is it just random ares you fish, I tend to try and find rockeries on the bed or ship wrecks, I wouldn't mind fishing around some oil rigs or near wind farms, i bet they would be good fishing spots, whats your opinion on what i have said. Appreciate your knowledge of fishing it is very inspiring.

[@headout3116]

you guys can tiuch your rays? we dont even go close haha

[@corkcamden9878]

I really enjoy hanging out with you and your site! It's interesting to see what you're up to on the other side of the lake! Cheers from Virginia!

[@TAFishing]

Hi there Virginia...

[@hamzakhan4335]

there is nothing wrong with catching fish for the fry pan.

[@Nathan99xx]

A bait caster is a spinning or light line multiplier

[@trecampbel]

hey this is probably a stupid question but could you still buy a multiplier reel but have the the piece you put the reel into on the bottom in stead of the top ?

[@saskaleb]

I had same question in my head but no answer 😆

[@superwin88]

can i know what is the size of the spinning reels and what lbs of the line and leader. it is because i had no experience of boat fishing in deep sea.

[@saskaleb]

Up to 30lb for the line 60lb for the leader and traces. He didnt mention reel size but my guess is 8000 mini

[@TheSailingDutchman1]

that depends on the sea you're on, but mostly not.

[@WeekdayHustle]

Balls of steel handling a Ray like that. Fark me in Australia we almost every time cut the line

[@TAFishing]

These are not Stingray...a species that is rare to get caught in UK waters compared to tropical regions.

[@WeekdayHustle]

@@TAFishing oh ok, I didn’t know there was safe rays

[@NickBailuc]

do you think a turntable could play music normally or is water usually too wavey?

[@tshw1973]

Too wobbly I'm guessing.

[@xXIzzyBizzy]

I'm new to sea fishing and have spent hours watching your videos, so thank you very much. However, I am finding fish elusive! I have a Warrior 165 boat, based in Menai and I wondered if you have any knowledge of where I can find information on the species available and the best times of the year to fish them? As I understand it the area is 'in-between' winter fish and warmer water fish. I have even heard that the area has been over-fished by trawlers for a long time and this has impacted the quantity. Or I'm just bad at this!! Hey-ho at least the scenery is stunning. keep up the good work.

[@TAFishing]

Try and get in contact with a local small boat fishing club. They are sure to be able to help you.April is a changeover month for many places and around mid May I think you should be getting the summer species. But local boat anglers can give you the best time to fish at various marks. That's half the battle, being in the right place. Perseverance should pay, but remember...Knowledge is the key.Good luck.

[@jayswin2]

TAFishing

[@real_ruthless_gamer8417]

american fishing is a hybrid of british fishing

[@kingwillbo18181]

hi my name is William love yr show very interested in shark fishing me and my dad have bought 18 BY 6 ft wilson flyer and we live around Southampton and were wondering if you have any tips for us or a good places to go shark fishing around the isle of white thanks will (:

[@TAFishing]

The back of the Isle of Wight, St.Catherines Deeps is a good area, but we are still looking fore good areas ourselves. Got to keep trying. Good luck with it.

[@kingwillbo18181]

thanks we will give it a try :)

[@Poppyliney]

We love your fishing channel, we are going fishing in Kent but we only have a beginners 10ft rod, thinking dungeouness because we can't cast out that far. Any advice would be welcome.

[@TAFishing]

Check in the local tackle shop there,very useful for where to go.

[@Poppyliney]

TA Fishing we can’t as we are completely isolating!

[@cooperleonard6105]

90hp would do wonders for the boat

[@roygonsalves2592]

nice video, had fun watching

[@MrkStphn91]

id love a Wilson Flyer but i cant afford one

[@kvly8]

I've been fishing all my life, never had as much fun at it as you seem to. Caught everything from lobster pots to rocks, a few fish and an attitude, lost more gear than you could believe, STILL,,,, I go for the love of it, FISH ON!!!!!!

[@mitchellmadaboutfishing952]

Hi where about do you travel to make fishing vids

[@TAFishing]

???? Can't list them all ?? We try to fish a variety of places.

[@fieldsportssuffolk9720]

Went to Falmouth, Cornwall and fished of a bosten whaler and we were catching huge dogfish of the mouth of the river. thank you so much for making these amazing videos and i hope you continue for years to come!!!!!

[@tonymarsh9411]

Great show Graeme and love the tips. Do you have any tips for pulling the anchor up? I have a bad back and pulling the anchor up with the tide pushing against the boat is not fun and kills my arms and back. I have had a go at using the anchor buoy to lift the anchor up and have had little success as I am worried about getting the anchor rope wrapped around the engine especially in a strong tide. When it works its great but as you know the tide rips through the Solent when the tide is full on.

[@billwhiz1]

Nice dory boat ive just bought a shetland sheltie & 60hp 18ft to start sea fishing and your advise on boat fishing is awesome. ive only fished from small 12ft dingy previously 50 yards from shore Im going to launch from poole & christchurch tide and weather willing Any advise from pro would be great

[@metusa666]

Great video thanks for the tips

[@Geezer323i]

Hi Graeme just a question about reels. How come your fixed spool reels are left handed but your boat multipliers are right handed? Does it not and feel a bit odd? I've got all mine as left handed and it feels and makes sense. Cheers

[@Viajedelavida]

+TAFishing Very useful video for novices like me. Nice clear explanation of uptide and downtide fishing! I realise it may be more work for you, but it would be useful if you could list the pairing of rods and reels in your videos. This would be useful guidance.

[@pauloalucas]

Another nice piece of entertainment, Graemme, Many thanks for that. I learn and always have a good laugh too. My Son is buying me a boat soon too. :)