The Corky Cycle v2! Winter Wade Fishing With Paul Brown Corky's For Speckled Trout!

[@StixHD]

Happy Christmas!!! I'm pretty sure I blacked out after I heard we were getting 3 cold fronts in one week! 😂 Also, Corky Cycle v3!?

[@calvinclick670]

Nice jobs on the cycle.

[@reedkallus8282]

For sure...

[@xbnvdsx]

Bro EWG hooks!!!

[@StixHD]

@@xbnvdsx Might have to try them out.

[@connormcclenny809]

For sure man. V3 would be dope

[@tarpontime7562]

Best Christmas tree ornaments I’ve ever seen!!

[@BrscMC]

no gonna lie, I’m over here watching all your corky vids trying to hype myself up to use them. 😅 I’m a super novice. I’ve caught limits of trout on soft dine under some light but never caught one on a fat boy. this winter though, very soon hopefully! ha

[@johnkarges2080]

Excellent video on the retrieve, pauses to let it sink, and running through the Corky menu so far. Thanks for posting.

[@StixHD]

Thank you! I try and put a lot of the 3rd person angles so y'all can see when the fish hit the lure. haha. Thanks for watching!

[@johnkarges8829]

Will you remind me which rods you use with Corkies. They seem longer than what I throw but you may be a bit taller than me. I throw 6’6” & 6’8” Waterloo’s and a custom built 6’8” but am thinking I may try even a 6’ given the density of Corkies so long as it’s medium light to medium with a fast tip for the twitches

[@StixHD]

I've been throwing them on a 6'8" Waterloo Salinity. I have a custom rod coming in any day now. It's a 6'4" Laguna light TX wader 1.

[@johnkarges2080]

@@StixHD thanks, I have a Salinity also and a couple of other Waterloo light rods. This Corky fever has me so jazzed, TUESDAY I hunt with them! And your video contribute finely to the fever.

[@connormcclenny809]

The go pro on the PVC pipe that gives us a shot of yourself setting the hook is so unique. It also allows us to see how you work your rod. Kudos for the quality content

[@StixHD]

Dude it’s unbelievable how many good shots I have gotten from that cheap pvc pipe. Lol.

[@andrewklamo5402]

Yes do the v3 and yes this weather bites hopefully the fish will too always makes them act weird too

[@StixHD]

I plan on it! And yeah it might be a struggle to find them but once you do it can be on!

[@gregnuts20___97]

Would definitely like to see all your different corkys!

[@weekender38]

YES on the V3, bring it on.

[@StixHD]

Gonna be working on it here soon!

[@todcox9537]

Another great video...The trout are always so healthy this time of year!!

[@joshuarobertdaniels]

I know I'm hyped about the fronts. Going to be some monsters caught this week.

[@StixHD]

For sure! Full moon coming next week so there is a good chance to catch a monster.

[@reedkallus8282]

I have a good feeling that as you keep making more videos and improving content, you will be up there with Thresher in no time...

[@StixHD]

Thanks man that really means a lot!!! Trying to improve day by day.

[@ralph601]

@@StixHD Just stay real. I watched that thresher guy, and he gave some great pointers but just like alot of youtube fishing videos, they are over dramatic They all seem the same acting like some rapper fish person. That is why i like your channel. Maybe i am old fashion.

[@reedkallus8282]

I agree with you 100%...however, I do believe that is simply Thresher’s style and his own personality. I personally enjoy people who keep it real and don’t mind posting skunk videos.

[@StixHD]

@@reedkallus8282 Thresher is the man. He is so unique. He makes awesome videos and appeals to not only a fishing audience but others as well with his gaming references incorporated into his videos that a lot of people have no clue what he's doing. lol.

[@ralph601]

@@reedkallus8282 What is a skunk video?

[@laketogulffishing]

Hey ill take the soft plastics if you're throwing them away 😂. Awsome shots and those bite on the pause are sweet!

[@StixHD]

Haha I'll use them again here soon. Just threw them out for this video 😂

[@CoastalK]

Solid catches! Heart breaker when they thump it and escape those trebles!

[@StixHD]

Yeah they were thumping it hard! idk how I lose so many. Maybe tighten my drag like someone commented. How tight do you normally keep your drag?

[@CoastalK]

StixHD I think that as long as your rod is bowed up, that’s plenty pressure on the fish. I probably keep my drag on the tighter side. I don’t know if it matters. When I get a good fish on, I start loosening up the drag and take my time.

[@StixHD]

@@CoastalK yeah I’ll probably tighten it up some then loosen it if I get a big fish on.

[@wippdriver1]

Cycle complete! Great video!

[@StixHD]

Thank you!

[@raymondvasquez3203]

Keep your rod down and sideways after hook set, they stay on better with the head shakes. Works for me, give it a try.

[@FishiganMilligan]

AWESOME! Great video bro. Looks like you are killing it with them corks!

[@StixHD]

Thanks man! They are a lot of fun to use!

[@davidcantu1594]

Thanks for sharing, you killed it.

[@StixHD]

Definitely a solid trip!

[@michaelnavalta9808]

Another sick vid! Keep ‘em comin!

[@StixHD]

More to come!

[@DanielMartinez-up7lg]

Nice video bro. I gotta get me some corkys... I like the Christmas tree that was cool....👍

[@StixHD]

Thanks bro!

[@jacobnunez2227]

Funny intro. You should try the corky top water soft dog.

[@StixHD]

For sure! I have a plan to try out every single one lol.

[@ajaaxz5882]

your videos are badass bro keep killin it

[@StixHD]

Thanks bro! More on the way!

[@CaptCalebTV]

Fun video bud!

[@StixHD]

Thanks bro! Appreciate it!!!

[@hokuinsai4299]

Great Work Braddah! Mele Kalikimaka 🎅🏾🤙🏾

[@StixHD]

Thanks Brah!!! 🤙🏻

[@coreylett5728]

Nxt time don't forget the softdine. Love video

[@StixHD]

Used it this week and did pretty good! I will have it in a future video!

[@NotTodayBud]

Brah, that intro was legit!

[@StixHD]

Haha thanks!!!

[@murkywaters4609]

Great content bud 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@miguelcalvo5885]

Great video 👌👌👌

[@waynerailey1825]

Awesome content. Thanks for sharing your outings. Do you ever take anyone out on your trips ?

[@calvinclick670]

Next trip is all corky only because I need to build my confidence.

[@StixHD]

That's the best way to build confidence! Keep chunking them!

[@raymondiglesias8030]

That intro was cool man

[@StixHD]

Thanks bro!

[@huntercoleman9791]

Keep it up brotha!

[@adrianvillarreal5670]

Love the walk in wade spots dude. What about the soft dine though? Does it not count due to being a mirrolure addition?

[@StixHD]

Soft dine's are good! They definitely count! Probably for Corky Cycle v3. I used a soft dine XL the other day and was really impressed. I did pretty good with it.

[@adrianvillarreal5670]

I have not had much luck with them. I got a corky gift box. My main thing is only take my corkys and one top water for my wades this winter

[@jesseguerra9817]

Good Video man!! 👍

[@StixHD]

Appreciate it!

[@keithcampbell4098]

Awesome

[@StixHD]

Thank you!

[@jamesramirez2405]

Nice video bud

[@StixHD]

Thanks man!

[@jamesscarberry3128]

🤣😂 that was a strange intro a great video 👍 are you still having to walk all of the way down to the place? I have a dozen or so corky’s but I haven’t caught but a couple of dinks with them. You really need to change the hooks out to Mustad short shanked triple grip #4 ‘s. That’s what I did to my mirrodines and mirro-lures don’t seem to lose as many. Fish-On my friend and a Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year 🎊

[@StixHD]

Haha gotta keep y'all guessing with the videos! Water level was up a little bit so the fish may have spread out more from that hole. But the winds were absolutely howling last night so if the water level drops again I'm sure they will be back there. Merry Christmas to you also!

[@jamesscarberry3128]

@@StixHD ya never answered the question do you still have to walk all the way down to the spot? I gotta show you a good gator trout spot in the spring time right around there.

[@tonyramirez2375]

Nice video I all ways struggle with the Paul Brown can’t figure how to work that lure or it might be that I just haven’t caught anything on it

[@hectorcoria3650]

Very good video. A dont recall if I have asked you this before, But what is the style of retrieve for them corky's? Is it jig jig and then pause? I have a few new ones in my tackle Box that I have never used before simply because I don't know how to present them. Hopefully you can help me a little.

[@jameslara5352]

Merry Christmas v3.

[@StixHD]

Merry Christmas to you too!

[@guadalupemorales1175]

Hey Paul I have a bait caster like the one you are using in this video how do you have it set up having to do with the brakes so I can use it for lures I don’t know much of bait casters

[@NotTodayBud]

What do you look for when finding trout in the winter?

[@StixHD]

Bait and structure are the main things. A lot of people also suggest specifically mud and shell. The water levels have been super super low the last couple weeks. This area was the end of a deeper hole about 4-5 ft. My theory on why the fish were there is that the fish wait at the ends of these channels while its colder. Then when the water level rises or the shallow flats warm up they leave these deeper holes and go onto the flats.

[@MIKE435435435435]

I could be wrong, but I think you were losing those fish because your drag was set too lose. It sounded like your drag was letting out when you were setting the hook, thus keeping you from digging the hooks into the fishes mouth. Great job BTW, good to see other fisherman releasing fish and respecting the resource.

[@StixHD]

Yeah someone else mentioned that as well. I'm gonna tighten it up on my next trip. Thanks for the advice! Hopefully it will increase my hook up ratio. Thanks for watching!

[@NestorJH]

Also try to thumb your spool when setting the hook and leave the drag the same, it creates a solid hookset. Im building that habit and it definitely helps.

[@StixHD]

@@NestorJH Yeah I need to develop that habit. Normally I don't like keeping my drag too tight. I feel like the looser drag helps with the bigger trout.

[@colby6968]

Thanks for the videos keep em coming, would like to go fish with u one day! RJ

[@StixHD]

Thanks man got more videos on the way! Maybe a possible meet up one day!

[@TheFishAndTrips]

Gave you a thumbs up after watching the intro alone. Clearly you're a Casey Neistat fan.

[@StixHD]

Yes dude absolutely! He's one of my favorite. Miss his old vlogs from NYC!

[@TheFishAndTrips]

@@StixHD the NYC vlogs had me ready to pack up and move to NY vlogging with a Canon and tripod.😂😂😂

[@StixHD]

@@TheFishAndTrips Maybe I need to get on a boosted board/scooter with some fishing rods and make a video 🤔

[@TheFishAndTrips]

@@StixHD lol dude you already have one aka SKIFF.

[@StixHD]

@@TheFishAndTrips true 😂

[@barneykelley806]

Hey buddy your medlight rods are they fast tip or modern

[@jaimechapa7828]

Where were you fishing at?, Looks so shallow.

[@hulkhoganlogan264]

Cool intro

[@StixHD]

Glad you liked it lol.

[@mikebryant9462]

Awesome!!! Hard for me to get in Ms !! How do I get some of the custom and broke back?

[@StixHD]

You can order the customs online with Waterloo rods website and the broken backs on Steve's lures.

[@davidserna5192]

Great video bro . I’ve been looking for some customs but can’t seem to find any . Any suggestions where I can pick up a couple.

[@StixHD]

Thanks Bro! Roys bait and tackle in Corpus or tackle town in Rockport. Also you can order them on the Waterloo website.

[@davidserna5192]

@@StixHD 🙏🏽

[@austinh4288]

Do a catch clean and cook sometime!

[@StixHD]

I'll keep that in mind! Possibly in the spring/summer. Definitely want to do some camping trips with the skiff and can incorporate that in as well!

[@ronwolford3782]

where did you come up with that belt that you wear while wading? I need something similar.

[@StixHD]

I've had It for about 5 years. It's a Fish-n-Hunt Wading Belt. I don't even know if they make them anymore. There are a bunch of other wading belt on the market that essentially the same thing. Foreverlast is the most popular I think.

[@ronwolford3782]

@@StixHD thanks

[@ronwolford3782]

Would there be any chance of being able to meet up with you in Corpus Christi? All 'I'm interested in is catching fish like you do. Face to face meeting? I'm only a retired old man looking for someone to fish with that knows how to catch fish. I have been watching you and know you know how to catch fish.

[@luisvillarreal5262]

Hey StixHD, send me them lures you threw away. I can use them so I can throw away my old lures. LOL.

[@StixHD]

Haha I still got them! Gonna put them to use here soon! 😂

[@billpattillo9597]

So why not add the soft dine or soft dine xl to your cycle?

[@StixHD]

Future video... maybe v3? lol. I did pretty good with the soft dine xl the other day. Super easy to work. lol

[@charleswilson7570]

What is the water temp for you during this video? Our winter temps are 38-46 🥶

[@StixHD]

High 50's low 60's. Damn that's cold over there! 🥶

[@billycrowe729]

What bay system was this tested in?

[@StixHD]

Oso Bay.

[@coach.c.3889]

🔥💯🐟🎣

[@homiedeehomiedee9963]

What’s size rod do you use??

[@StixHD]

Waterloo Salinity 6'8"

[@hulkhoganlogan264]

When’s the invite?

[@Shy1Ballin]

Your drag is set too loose. You can hear it strip on the hookset.

[@StixHD]

I'll tighten it on the next trip and see if that helps! Appreciate it.

[@23Jake24]

That trout didn't come off, you just ripped the hooks right through his mouth! You're fishing for trout...no need to Bill Dance them.