How to CATCH HALIBUT [Surf Fishing]

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2 жыл бұрын

In this video I detail 2 critical components when it comes to targeting halibut from the surf. I hope you find it helpful!
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@Nigel_BC 2 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to thank you for your tips! I caught a 34 incher from shore a couple weeks ago partially from tips that I learned in this video!

@BenjieKimFishing Жыл бұрын

This is super late my apologies, not sure how I missed this comment. But WOW, congrats on that catch and I hope you've caught a bigger one since then! Tight lines!

@DUNGSTA 2 ай бұрын

Pics or it didn't happen... 🙄

@Nigel_BC 2 ай бұрын

@@DUNGSTA Fishbrain @Think_Likea_Fish

@csmats5374 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that's an absolute *monster* for the surf! And all those toad croaker to boot? That is a day for the books! Congrats and thanks for all the tips, I've learned so much from you.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I always appreciate your encouragement!

@MohammedM66 2 жыл бұрын

Wow i was waiting for it. Great job Benjie

@kevinramponi 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Great video. The aerial views of the structure you were fishing was very helpful. Thanks for taking your great day and sharing it with us .

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Kevin! Its gonna be a great year for all of us man, we just gotta keep getting out there and casting!

@michaelmendez9208 2 жыл бұрын

Stud!!! Congrats brotha, such a well put together video and great information throughout from your setup, lure, and how to fish the surf! Have me amped to get out to the beach and give surf fishing a go! Keep up the great content my man!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Michael, thanks so much for the positive words and encouragement, I appreciate that so much. Yes, get out there as you are able, so much fun and healthy too!

@jeffmorris26 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats brotha🤙 Right from the start of this video you can feel the energy and positivity that puts you in that fishing mood. I love the excitement you get on every catch. That's what fishing is about. It's funny how Hali's fight like that. Feels like dead weight but you're pretty sure it's a fish. Heck of a way to start the year off. 🔥🎣

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Jeoffrey, thanks so much for your positive stoke brotha, really appreciate it man. We're only 1 month in, hopefully 2022 will be filled with PB's for all of us!

@amefocus 2 жыл бұрын

Wow 32”!! So stoked for you! Catch of a lifetime from the surf!!!! 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you Jimmy, can't wait to get out there with you brotha!

@briancoats9295 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all the info. I am a first timer at this. Your excitement and positive is so cool. I'm going first time surf fishing next week. Just outside of half moon bay. Now I'm pumped.

@d3meetsbobo 2 жыл бұрын

Dude! Wicked catch man! Well, you put in the time and now you reaped the benefits! Congrats Benjie!!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Joe, greatly appreciate the encouragement!

@SDkd619 2 жыл бұрын

Woah! I just learned about this specific color yesterday and you are slaying with it 🔥🤯 Tons of great info ! Saved in the mental vault !

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Shawn! Yea, I definitely love this pattern. Baitfish with pink bottom is definitely a good option to have. Tight lines!

@Imjoshuabailey 2 жыл бұрын

Brooo! Session of a lifetime right there! 👏🏼

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir Josh, what a gift and blessing...totally grateful. Until next month and I start getting that itch for more lol! Appreciate you brotha!!

@ham5765 2 жыл бұрын

Wow epic session. Love how you break it down brotha! Keep up the great work, hwaiting!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Brotha, it was so awesome to fish with ya today. Let's do it again!! Thanks so much!!

@outliersoverland Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I’m refreshing my surf fishing knowledge for spending the winter in Playa La Mision.

@pohukai3216 2 жыл бұрын

What a great catch! The excitement and thrill was felt as if I was experiencing it firsthand. I'll be heading down to a 3 mile stretch in OC tomorrow to try out what I learned here. Thanks for all your guidance.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the positive stoke and tight lines out there! It can be a grind but the payoff is worth it for those who stick with it!! I have no doubt it'll pay off for you!

@sfbfriend 2 жыл бұрын

NICE!!! Love your enthusiasm brother. Beautiful fish that would definitely be a personal best and very hard to beat. Bet it tasted good too!!

@MohammedM66 2 жыл бұрын

Great session homie so proud of you

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate it Mo!! Sorry for making you wait for the end lol!! Much love brotha!

@dougfontana4199 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your enthusiasm and very helpful tips. Please make more videos your stoked is inspiring and your knowledge is priceless

@JigJigPow619 2 жыл бұрын

What an epic session! Way to break it down on locating holes. Might need to drive up and join you 🤙

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dino. Yes brotha, we need to fish together soon, its been a long minute. I'll be in touch, let's set something up!

@gregnelson7545 2 жыл бұрын

Benjie-Great tips-makes me want to go out and hit the surf right now!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Greg, yes, get out there whenever you can brotha. Tight lines!!

@mikemcintosh9754 Ай бұрын

You made my day, will get out there soon thank you for your tips!!!

@NorCalFishermen 2 жыл бұрын

tips from the legend BKF! no better way to start the day! thanks for solid info and breaking it down!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your support from up there, truly humbling!

@daniel9453 2 жыл бұрын

mad halibut inspiration. Cants wait to get back out there.

@dripologist-passiveincomem7652 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet Halibut and great fishing video bro. I'm up at 6:00am on a Saturday, getting ready to hit the beach up with my Lucky Craft Minnow! Thanks for the tips. Let's GOOOOOO!!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the stoke and excitement Justin. How'd you do out there??!!

@michaellim2744 2 жыл бұрын

32" Sweet Benjie! That's a doormat...sir your videos commentaries and graphics are so spot on.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Michael! You had an OUTSTANDING DAY the other day, so good to see you back on the sand slaying!!

@shantiamagasu9614 2 жыл бұрын

Huge Benjie! Very nice halibut.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@superzman5 2 жыл бұрын

Omg what an absolute monster bro!!! Congratulations on the pb

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that very much Bob, thank you!

@GaryGiffin 2 жыл бұрын

Love your detailed videos and has been very helpful to my fishing for Halibut! Congrats on your PB Halibut!!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Gary, I definitely appreciate your support as well as your passion for getting out there and slaying em! Wishing you tight lines and an amazing year of fishing this year. Its gonna be an amazing year for all of us!

@GaryGiffin 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing Thanks Benjie! Lost my PB Halibut today in Encinitas. Got it to the edge of the wall I was fishing and it snapped off and took my lure. Looked to be over 24 inches. :)

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryGiffin oh no!! What a bummer but super dope have had the chance! No doubt you’ll get one even better next time out!

@yo_sp33d34 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing what city beach was this

@hunter8turkey1 2 жыл бұрын

You put the capital E in Excited great job Benjie so fun. Great day. Again having my morning coffee. Thanks

@saltyfresh2558 2 жыл бұрын

Super stoked for you bro! I’ve been waiting on this video haha That was crazy! Amazing session that goes to show the grind absolutely pays off! I was nervous you might’ve got hooked in the melee… eeek Congrats brother! Amazing content, keep it up!!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Mike! 100% brotha, its all about that grind man. And the only ones who truly grind are the ones who truly love this sport. I only say that because you are truly one who loves this sport....which is why you're such a slayer!! Dude, I was willing to get that barb stuck in my finger if it meant I landed it lol. I did NOT want to lose that fish hahaha.

@saltyfresh2558 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing thanks for the compliment and you’re absolutely right and I completely agree lol that would have been worth the hook in the hand , glad you evaded that though lol no fun. I’m just an optimist lol I believe every cast has a chance to turn everything around and shake the disappointment off with another cast and instantly forget and back to anticipation of my rod loading up… every cast has that small chance to catch the fish of a lifetime and that keeps the hope alive. So stoked for you bro! This year’s going to be fire 🔥 🔥🔥🔥

@snipergene 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and congrats on the Halibut Benjie! Every time I watch one of your videos, I have to hit the sand the next day. 😃 Time for a fully sealed reel!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate it Eugene, thank you! And yes, get out there and get em!! Can't wait to hear the report!

@worf7680 2 жыл бұрын

Well I was unsure whether or not I should try for halibut from the surf today..now I will! Nice video.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

That's right! The biggest hurdle is getting out there and giving ourselves a chance!

@ditrmx360 2 жыл бұрын

What a beast!! Went shore fishing this past weekend at bolsa and daughter brought in 2 baby leopards. Still looking to get that surf halibut thanks for the tips.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Kudos on spending quality time with your daughter, that's what its all about! Appreciate your encouragement brotha, stick with it and you'll get that surf hali in no time!

@dcarteraz05 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and nice work!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it so much Derick thank you as always!!

@tuanmai7764 2 жыл бұрын

Super nice halibut, Benjie. love your excitement and energy for fishing and I can relate. I stumbled onto your channel while watching other clips. I love to fish the surf for halibut, perch, rockfish and striped bass. Got my PB of halibut last year at 14lbs from the surf in Monterey Bay. If you ever in Norther California look me up. Fish on Bro.

@tclures 2 жыл бұрын

So sick! Congrats!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it, thank you!!

@minh7170 2 жыл бұрын

CONGRATS MR. Kim!

@FOE_RUNNER 2 жыл бұрын

Epic! Keep em coming!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much!

@davidstokes925 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Really nice Flounder (way South of you). Sure like the way you point out the structure!

@tj3589 8 ай бұрын

Love this video thanks for sharing your expertise!

@BenjieKimFishing 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and positive vibes. Wishing you a terrific Thanksgiving week!

@dewdog 2 жыл бұрын

A BIG congrats! Nice sesh for sur,e and to end the day with a 32, great job!! No Regrets...reels can always be worked on, lol

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Dwayne! Haha, I agree brotha, I did NOT want to lose that fish!!

@NorCalFishermen 2 жыл бұрын

and this vid is a perfect example of fishing the hole even when yout think the target fish aint aorund! nice slab!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

For sure man, I know the flat ones hang around there but given the bite this day, I had ZERO expectation of even getting a shaker...go figure that this one decided to bite lol!

@JoMonki 2 жыл бұрын

bro crazy hit man congrats!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

much appreciated!

@Kontroversial88 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and channel! You're providing quality and dropping good knowledge too. Wish you much success and hope to see you on the shore sometime. Cheers.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the encouragement and positive vibes. Greatly appreciated!!

@garyyankowsky6109 Жыл бұрын

Great Job and Great Tips!!

@jumbug11 2 жыл бұрын

wow!!!! congratulation brotha 🤙 big o slab🐟

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate it Eli, thank you!!

@Rawstyle69 2 жыл бұрын

I hope that one day I will catch a beast like this and feel the same energy you felt . Great job

@addicted2fishing119 2 жыл бұрын

Those days are what it’s all about! So stoked for you! I can’t wait to get back out there! Last catch was on my lunch break at work, 23” halibut on the LC 115 anchovy! But 32” ‼️🤩 can’t lie I’m a little jealous, game on🤣

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Dang Daniel you're an absolute machine. This was just a lucky catch on my part. Appreciate the stoke brotha, get out there and beat it man, I have no doubt you'll do it!

@addicted2fishing119 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing got another tail shaped leopard shark today on the lunch break LC session to at least break the skunk 🦨🤙🏼

@chummywaters4335 2 жыл бұрын

Fish the rips, baby! Excellent video!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much and tight lines!!

@TailsandTrailsFishing 2 жыл бұрын

I went out a day after you posted and got my first legal hali from surf thank u

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

HECK YEA!!! Huge congratulations!!!

@dominicperalta6041 2 жыл бұрын

So many amazing tips i will definitely use the tips and great editing!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Dominic!! I hope you get out there soon brotha, can't wait to see what you catch this year, its gonna be epic for ya!!

@dominicperalta6041 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing thank you I think I’ll get out on the sand next week. hopefully this year i will be better than last year. And hopefully get a legal😊

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

@@dominicperalta6041 it’ll happen when the fish gods say it’s time. In the meantime, keep casting and improving your game. But trust me, your game is already good enough. 🤙

@ogoe_joeoutdoors1088 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips. Nothing betas time on the water. Although at 13:16 is a good way to wear some new hardware in your hands. Nice hali, that's a great fish from shore.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I think I was secretly hoping my reel was seize afterwards so I could have an excuse to buy a new one lol. jkjk, surprisingly, its still humming and smooth. That reel has been a tank for me, its taken a handful of dunks over the years but this was the first time I intentionally took it under.

@2musiclover534 2 жыл бұрын

Great line. "If I can do it, you can do it." :) Liked.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Its definitely true as I'm just an average fisherman! Thank you!

@craigcampbell7816 Жыл бұрын

wow nice fish coming over to s barbara in April really stoked and thx for the tips!

@bigbrownjules 2 жыл бұрын

Dude! Congrats on the PB! That’s an awesome fish!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Julian! Still can't beat your beast but man, so grateful!

@rustymelton3073 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Job Benji!!!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it, thank you Rusty!

@justolima3693 3 ай бұрын

thanks for the sweet vibe some peoples call this 'happy' gracias Caballo

@chanceninh 2 жыл бұрын

UNCLE BENJIE YOU'RE MY HERO

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks so much brotha!!

@Drago286v 2 жыл бұрын

Very, Very nice video Benjie!!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Leonard (I think??)!! Wishing you a wonderful rest of the week and hopefully some good fishing time on the sand!

@Drago286v 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing Thanks Bro......Yes it is Lenard..Feb 1st starts the new Derby season....Got my PB at 27" last year. I want to brake 30" and win a couple of months this year. Thanks for keeping us all fired up Bro!!

@jimmielujan6325 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations buddy! That was a amazing video! Still waiting to break the 30" from surf.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks so much Jimmie and I hope you're doing well brotha! You're a slayer man so its just a matter of time!

@kraziejavier 2 жыл бұрын

Super nice catch

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@joselindo3016 2 жыл бұрын

Benji great job 👏

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jose, I hope you're well brotha!!

@Maxx-fr7yb Күн бұрын

I will definitely try your way of catching from shore I'm going out from boat this Thursday and I hope to get more than rockfish!

@leoncorl9025 2 жыл бұрын

Nice session. Good amount of fish for a beautiful Jan day. So in the east we call the entry and exits to the holes , we call them cuts. Usually it’s in and out of troughs. Great work on breaking everything down. Keep it up.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Good word Leon thank you! Whereabouts in the east are you??

@leoncorl9025 2 жыл бұрын

I’m in New Jersey. We fish for a lot of striped bass bluefish. And flounder. We call fluke. All off the beach for me.

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

@@leoncorl9025 wow, that is awesome. One of my dreams is to be able to travel and fish other coastlines. Tight lines and maybe one day I’ll have the privilege of experiencing your fishery.

@leoncorl9025 2 жыл бұрын

Benji I’ll actually be moving to the San Diego area within the next month so I’ll be out your way learning your fishery.

@damondunaway950 2 жыл бұрын

P.B. hali. on my Birfday......Nicely done Benjie!

@therustyhook1642 2 жыл бұрын

👏 you deserve it brotha!!! 🤙🤙

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much brotha! I deserve nothing, but am grateful for anything.

@AvaAndMaddiesAdventureTime 2 жыл бұрын

Take that middle hook off and upsize your back treble one size up. The hookup:land ratio dramatically increases. Plus the chances of you getting a hook in your hand is decreased by 1/3 lol. Great video bud. Love your content

@louivanov 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great positive video, Benji! Don’t mean to interfere with your community and comments, however I have an extra Phenix Trifecta lite 903-ML2 - in case someone form your audience want to get a the same setup as you.

@ishwithfish 2 жыл бұрын

awesome vid man, what a day!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Dude Ish, thanks for the comment brother. Humbled. I hope you're well brother!!!

@chuckem 5 ай бұрын

so sick. i'm getting ready to start fishing the surf. gotta change it up from bay spotty fishing.

@we_go_fish Жыл бұрын

Awesome content brother. I love me some halibut. I usually get em under the bridge to the back bay in Newport Beach. Hope to see you around brother! "WE GO FISH"

@chadtundratrd9350 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@davidn82 7 ай бұрын

Everyone’s been saying the big ones come out during the winter and this makes sense along that logic

@josephremarcik4250 Жыл бұрын

love all tour videos.

@BenjieKimFishing Жыл бұрын

Thank you Joseph, I appreciate you!

@oscarv473 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff brother

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much brotha!!

@oscarv473 2 жыл бұрын

Love your vids you got me back into fishing after 5 years now every Saturday I wake up early and go fishing this is something I lost and now it’s back something I love and enjoy a bit of me time

@oscarv473 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing thanks

@socalwaterman5546 2 жыл бұрын

That’s rad, I just got one that fought the same exact way

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome man, congrats. Yea I've heard several stories of bigger hali not fighting too much. I wonder if that's normal.

@lanprosystemsinc.4720 2 жыл бұрын

Great catch! Curious what part of California were you fishing in?

@cuetelynn6218 2 жыл бұрын

Bro good catch

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it, thank you!!

@josephremarcik4250 Жыл бұрын

you the man!

@TheSdchippy 2 жыл бұрын

It was a good day!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely grateful, thank you!

@SvenGoesFishing 2 жыл бұрын

All those croakers getting in the way of your halibut haha, but that 32-inch was HUGE! Nice video as always Benjie, thanks for the tips! c:

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

SVENNNN!!!! I hope you're well brotha, you've been doing such a great job with your channel brotha, keep it up man! Would love for you to teach me jetty fishing some time this year. Tight lines!

@SvenGoesFishing 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing thanks Benjie :D lots have happened in the past year (bad and good) but I’d like to think things have been more good than bad so far c: Also sounds like a plan! Weather has been warming up, would be fun to see what’s out in the jetties this time of year c: let’s figure out a time to head out there for sure 👌🎣

@johnsurf509 2 жыл бұрын

Nice door mat!!

@cazadoresnorteamericanos 2 жыл бұрын

Owesome bruh!!!!!

@AlohaMilton 2 жыл бұрын

WOOOOHOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NICE FISH BENJIE!!! What an epic finish to that session! That fight to make sure you landed him was awesome. No regrets for sure thats a fish worth washing all the gear, getting soaked, whatever it takes to land it!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha thanks so much Ken!!!! Broooo, it was truly a blessing to experience. Truly grateful to have had the chance. I hope you're well brotha, how's the fishing been for ya lately? I still need to get my butt up there some time!

@AlohaMilton 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenjieKimFishing I'm good for the most part. I have had some medical issues keeping me from fishing. I had a wave hit my knee wrong while fishing and slightly hyper extend it, always keep the knees bent slightly to avoid that! Also I have anemia and I had to have IV infusions of iron recently which had my arm too sore to be casting a rod. Between the two I needed a bit of a break for a few weeks, doing much better now and will be fishing this weekend. You definitely need to get up here and spend a day fishing SB county! Lots of good spots, a few weeks ago guy to my left caught a 3'+ 'nice game fish' that I'm not going to name on the interweb, and the guy to my right a 26" halibut! I got skunked but they are both friends and I was stoked to see all the action!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlohaMilton wow, wishing you a full and healthy recovery from everything Ken. And that’s sooo awesome man, I def need to get up there!

@Stevorc1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting another great How To vid. Have you tried fishing for halibut in Ventura or Santa Barbara? Congrats on your PB Halibut! 😀👍

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I have actually not tried up there....YET. Definitely on my list of places to explore though...Hopefully will be able to invest some time up there this year.

@jwestfishing3229 2 жыл бұрын

Peanut butter and jealous! 🤣 Tight lines!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha thanks so much Jason!!!

@MB-et2gn Жыл бұрын

No regrets,you Sir are a fisherman!

@Tyler-sv4sw 11 ай бұрын

That thing is a monster

@fishphenixrods 2 жыл бұрын

Epic!

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@benh5774 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome catch! totally dramatic with that hali, just grab the tail and drag it up..jeeze lol

@NBubba 2 жыл бұрын

rad!!! now a vid on maintenance for the ci4+ lol

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

lol!! I know right?? Surprisingly, its still humming along nice and smooth. That little thing has been a tank for me the past 3.5 years...its taken multiple dunks...but this was the first time I took it under on purpose haha.

@jessemontemayor5198 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely inspiring. Thanks for all of this great info. Question... I once saw a video that someone suggested that the middle set of hooks on a LC lure be removed because it's safer for the fish and less snagging. I don't see that on your lure. It seems to me that that is part of the purpose of the three sets of treble hooks, to increase your chances of getting fish on. What's you take on this?

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jesse, I don't have strong opinions either way. I fish my LC's stock until I need to change out the hooks when they start corroding. I release 90% of the fish I catch from the surf, but I guess I prefer to have a better shot at catching the ones that do bite.

@pogifishing1979 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely

@andrewcpham 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s a cool Personal Best Hali Benjie. You are the King bro! I didn’t know croakers are bitting this early. I’m in HB and have only caught leopards sharks, surf perch from the sands. What area of CA is this? San Diego?

@BenjieKimFishing 2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks so much Andrew. I'm def no king...but I appreciate your encouragement brotha! Man, its been an odd January for me as last year I think I had zero bites from the surf. But the croaker have definitely been around it seems. I've been catching a few almost every session in December....but this day, they were definitely schooling up close. Wish I could have their behavior down to a science. This was in SD but pretty sure the croaker are around in OC as well. I think its just a timing thing and matter of being out there when they're in close feeding.

@JD.California_monkey_mackerel Жыл бұрын

What bait scent did you put on that Lucky craft luer

@PeraltaFishingLife 10 ай бұрын

Holy Cow!

@AlexMortensenP Жыл бұрын

Love your videos - where can you get a fish ruler mat like that?

@BenjieKimFishing Жыл бұрын

Hey Alex, the one in the video isn't available at the moment but you can get one that is similar on www.ot-bp.com or there is also a link in my video description for a Rapala retractable ruler - amzn.to/3wmgOWv Hope that helps!

@NTBS 7 ай бұрын

i just got a 62 incher there today! 🎉🎉🎉

@scandango Жыл бұрын

Super informative video-thanks! Any idea when the Trifecta Lite 903 ML-2 will be back in stock?

@BenjieKimFishing Жыл бұрын

Hey Kevin, thanks so much for the comment. I have no idea when it will be in stock, I do know they get new shipments a few times per year. Its just a matter of staying in touch with a local shop that typically carries them. One idea might be to ask a willing shop owner to give you a call when they get a shipment...shops are super busy so it might be tough to rely on that call...but bottom line is just keep your eyes open and when you see one, grab it as they do sell quick.

@louivanov 9 ай бұрын

They are currently out of stock but I do have a brand new one with the tags on for sale.