Which Float Catches More CATFISH - Demon Dragons or Peg Floats?

Demon Dragons catfish bait rattles are used on the leader line of a santee catfish rig to help catch catfish. You can also use the Demond Dragons fishing for striper and other aggessivly feeding fish. If you are learning how to catch catfish, the Demon Dragon is something you may want to try where you are fishing for catfish. If you've ever wondered which one catches more catfish, Demon Dragons or peg floats, we find out on this trip on this particular day.
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[@DieterMelhorn]

@DieterMelhorn 0 seconds ago To buy these go to Tackle Bandit www.tacklebandit.com/ and use the promo code "catfish" to save some money!

[@cjr4497]

I only discovered this santee rig stuff this year. In my very small sample size, the demon dragon is winning over the cork. I am catching spotted cats on cut bait using the dragons which is a first. In my area spotted cats famously like worms and live bait. It is almost unheard of to catch one on straight cut shad or slickers. I have had to show people pictures to prove I wasn't lying to them.

[@cerebraltackle]

I absolutely agree with you about the combination of black and the rattles. It's always a good thing to contrast colors in that dingy water.

[@DieterMelhorn]

Thanks for watching and the feedback.......I need more spray paint!!

[@cerebraltackle]

@@DieterMelhorn I'm about to do a couple of product videos on my channel that will be right up your alley! You'll be better suited to test them than I am at the moment...you're an expert cat guy as I'm the bass guy. Colab, maybe? 😁

[@bobbynewton9247]

Thanks for sharing Dieter, be safe loosing weight ther Dieter looking good congratulations.

[@davefisher5196]

The chicken was 3 times the shad you were using. I use the DD on top of a 2 hook Kentucky rig when anchoring or dead sticking in the river. No luck with Carolina rig for some reason

[@russbrown6453]

Good You practice catch and release. Perfect "eater" size is at Chinamart.

[@jessejamesfishing]

Yessir! I'll be trying this the next time I go catfishing. Not like, online with an altered appearance. You know what I mean. Caught a little channel yesterday jigging a saltwater Gulp twirly tail grub lol yes in fresh water. Gotta be a first for everything.

[@DieterMelhorn]

If they are feeding, its the action more than the bait!

[@robertmceuen3630]

Found an original "Demon Dragon" whilewalking my dogs at a lake near my home this winter. Got it tied on, and will use it this spring.

[@DieterMelhorn]

Was it a Zara Spook?

[@robertmceuen3630]

@@DieterMelhorn No clue. Says Demon Dragon right on it.

[@robertmceuen3630]

I am a subscriber, and will remain so. I appreciate you replied. Always promptly too.

[@DieterMelhorn]

@@robertmceuen3630 thats a real Demon Dragon....nice find!

[@joehunt4506]

I’ve been using the Catfish Sumo

[@eastxbbqman]

Interesting test

[@toddpool8884]

I use a sliding rattle and balloon to eliminate 2 extra knots.

[@DieterMelhorn]

Good move!

[@SizeMattersCatfishing]

Nice video Dieter! 🎣🐽👊🏻

[@kevinminardi6835]

Have you ever tried bacon? It kills where I'm from curious to see if it would stand up to chicken

[@CW-of1so]

Great video brother

[@FinkeFishing]

I was curious if using large deep diving crankbaits would work when trolling and if it would be able to get the bait down to depth without the need for weights What do you think would it be worth a test

[@christianspain3015]

Dieter, any chance for a video comparing different color demon dragons?

[@OGBRADASS]

Hard to see what side of the boat was the river channel when you were dragging. I've not had any luck with spook floats, foam always does better for me.

[@texasplumr]

At the depths we fish much of the time I'd be very surprised if any fish could ever see good enough to differentiate between colors. They know the bait is there because their senses work that way and they sense it, I doubt if they see it. In shallow water they probably see just fine but in this muddy water I fish in, I doubt they can see. But hey, I'm far from an expert. I just thought I'd throw my observation into the mix.

[@thatboybreezy552]

What about spraying the Santee Cooper rig black 🤔

[@djpat5998]

Is a 10/0 hook too big and if it is what's a good size hook for all sizes of catfish? I just ordered my madkatz medium heavy rod and about to order that ande monster line. I'm just trying to get into catfishing.

[@mikecollins622]

This is gonna be great, great great great as in....... "GREAT MASTER CATFISHERNAN DIETER MELHORN ". 😂 😂 😂

[@brianbrown9102]

Great video. Quick question. Is there a specific reason why you rigged the hook further away from the demon dragon? I usually tie my hook as close to the demon dragon as I can with the thinking it will float the bait better. I know and have seen a few people who rig theirs like you do, just wondering if there is a rhyme or reason behind it. Thanks Dieter!

[@the420xtc]

Usually because they worry it'll cause the hook to miss and slide out. To much away from the DD and the bait will just sink back down. I've seen some pros bump the hook right up next to DD thu. I'd think a few inches 4-8 would be optimal.

[@robertmceuen3630]

Do you think the color matters? The one I found is bone colored.

[@DieterMelhorn]

Maybe under certain unique conditions, but overall not really....

[@mikecollins622]

Oh yeahhhh

[@beeteam25571]

Do you think the color will still matter if you are fishing pretty deep? 30-40 feet?

[@DieterMelhorn]

Depends on water clarity....in muddy water its completely dark at 30'

[@darrellnichols6179]

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[@DieterMelhorn]

Now that song will be in my head all day!!

[@papilloncycles3463]

where are you buying those dragons from Dieter? I would like to purchase a few!

[@DieterMelhorn]

Go to Tackle Bandit www.tacklebandit.com/ and use the promo code "catfish" to save some money!

[@papilloncycles3463]

@@DieterMelhorn Thanks Dieter!

[@Thatdamfishingguy]

Hey tackle bandits are based out of Oklahoma

[@DieterMelhorn]

Yes sir!!!!

[@Thatdamfishingguy]

I’ve bought many a rod throw net and hooks from them

[@the420xtc]

Not a fair comparison if you don't add rattles to the floats.

[@outdoorsinindianawithdaves9826]

I'd credit it more to the rattles than the color

[@timdonna8125]

I agree.

[@DieterMelhorn]

Maybe, but in stained to muddy water the black rattles have caught more fish.

[@cerebraltackle]

The water color lends to the need for contrast.

[@glennmeadows6892]

No rattle on peg float is not a fare test

[@DieterMelhorn]

Well, this was only one trip. I will be continuing compare these rattle throughout the spring,

[@glennmeadows6892]

@@DieterMelhorn I figured you would

[@Zayden.w]

Could you do another video on why you are not catching catfish

[@Zayden.w]

Because I’ve tried a lot of different things an done a lot of the things you said

[@DieterMelhorn]

@@Zayden.w that video might be worth doing right now, because this can be a tough time to catch fish....