This is the second year my fellow anglers have taken up the challenge. It's a fun challenge, and win or lose, the boat gets two Wigglefin Hellrazor Dodgers and two Amundson outdoors trolling salmon spoons as rewards for participating. The sponsors are Amundson Outdoors, which produces the TMX5 reels, the TMX Mooching rod, the Savvy [...]
My fully loaded, right-hand reel must be changed to a left-hand retrieve reel. First, I must remove 300 to 400 feet of line on a one-to-one ratio reel. This will take some time, but here is a hack that made it easier. https://youtu.be/UfrHVAhPUlw?si=Ndctnjtf4gMromqe Pro Tip: If the retrieve is wrong for the individual, ask the [...]
My friends didn't take long to join me on my twitching jig journey. Randy went with the Amundson Outdoors casting twitch rod and bait cast reel combo, and Jim went with the twitching spinning rod. https://youtu.be/7VFUHkrVgjk?si=b4NOZj8p_p7Dutzo
Twitching jigs for salmon and steelhead is nothing new in the fishing industry, yet it has not been fully embraced.However, times have changed. Due to the advancement of social media technology, anglers can now share positive experiences, tutorials on techniques, and tips on tying various twitching jigs and their use on social media. As a [...]
Bait bans are now on many rivers, including those that ban scent. It can be a challenge that fishermen must overcome. Among the artificial presentations are spoons, jigs, spinners, worms, minnows, and synthetic copies of roe. In British Columbia, however, anglers are not allowed to add any scented residue, including synthetic scents, like anise oil [...]
https://youtu.be/aG_0O4RL-mc?feature=shared Today's challenge was fishing a dropping tide. We were on the water by 6:30 a.m., but the swells were getting bigger. We trolled at two depths, 90 and 100 feet. Both downrigger balls had the Wigglefin Swarm Flashers; Jim used an in-line flasher, and I used the Wigglefin in-line Dodger. I used three lures, [...]
Anticipating the start of sockeye season, anglers on Vancouver Island diligently prepare their gear. The Somass River on the island's west side presents a prime fishing opportunity. Accommodations such as motels, bed and breakfasts, camping options, and trailer sites can be found in Port Alberni. Accommodation options are available for anglers on both sides of [...]
Exciting news for 2024 is Two reels , the special edition TMX5 Mooching Reel. It has amplified specs for braking power and response, not one but seven improved discs with carbon ceramic surfaces for braking power and controlling line creep. The Trend Flow 5 mooching reel also has a 7-layer, multi-layer drag system made of [...]
Situated on the western coast of Vancouver Island, The Somas ( Stamp ) River system offers anglers the chance to employ either artificial lures or bait. However, bait is restricted in the upper Stamp River, so the angler needs to be educated. The Robertson Creek Hatchery has been crucial in promoting the success of the [...]
One of the noteworthy aspects of the autumn salmon season is focusing on silver chum salmon as they migrate into the river during high tide. We took full advantage of the limited time available due to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans' early closure of the 2023 Chum fishery. We do catch a lot, so [...]
The key to success in fishing is adaptability.
Fishing for salmon and steelheads using beads is the fastest revolution in tackle. There are two categories: soft and hard beads. Manufacturers have been very creative in producing solid, mixed, sheen, and translucent colours. Sometimes, a manufacturer steps outside normality, producing a unique shape and presentation, not necessarily conforming to conformance.Like BnR Tackle soft Burr [...]
Tyler holding on for dear life as the Chinook powers runs An amazing anglers Nathan and Tyler sharing their adventures and having alot of fun. Memory two year ago on the Puntledge River. https://youtu.be/yTsQ3260Td4?si=YvQLU3xCa_vZIjAV
Gil d'Oliveira Traditional flashers are 8-11 inches, with slightly tapered boards with opposite bends at each end, causing them to sway back and forth and rotate. A lure that trails behind this motion has erratic action due to the sway. Each side of the flasher has a colour and a reflective surface design. The type [...]
Sometimes events are hard to believe, but they can be believed thanks to photography. https://youtu.be/bbDBVdzPBmw
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