Thanks JC, very informative as always. The only thing I would add is that the reason Pompano migrate is to stay in water temperatures of 72-82 degrees. If your area is out of that temperature range your obviously not going to catch Pompano. Also, besides the jigs with a teaser a live sand flea is hard to beat as this is their main source of food. Thanks again.
I appreciate the information. I’m 65 and have been fishing my whole life, but had never caught a pomp. Finally went fishing for them off Pensacola Beach using your info and caught my first one. Sautéed it in butter and served with the butter and roasted almonds on top. Looking forward to getting back out there in the spring.
You're Good, you have been out there, with the rod in your hand. That is the only way to find out what and how to fish for Pompano. Thanks again Brother, good fishing, stay safe out there, and Have Fun.
I'll have to pay more attention to that. I know there are several Pompano videos where people have named bridges and beaches they are fishing. With some research usually land marks will point a UA-cam fisherman in the right direction. Then again, I've seen videos where people have named a location and then the fish they were catching was not in that location, ha ha...Thanks for commenting.
@@RadReelingFishing I could understand if you're fishing a lake, and you have your secret spots for Crappie, or Bass where you've identified structure that hold fish and not share that information with just anybody. Surf fishing is a little different, like you said, the fish move around and are seasonal , it's not like there is one spot that always holds fish all year long, it's more what kind of tackle to use, when, and how to use it. Sharing some of your good spots with people new to the area or just new to fishing is just good sportsmanship.
JC I am on Vacation this week and I am at North Topsail Island NC and I got a good supply of the Wacky Jigs and not many people here use them. I have tried then a couple of times but went this morning and caught two nice Spanish and one small blue fish. I guess I have no confidence in the wacky jig. It was ruff this morning and caught the Spanish on Yozuri crank baits. Normally I would throw Gotcha plugs for them. We do catch them here but not the numbers like Florida. Maybe that’s the problem .
Thanks, most comprehensive video on Pompano fishing I've seen yet. I'm searching for information about fishing for Pompano from a boat more than from shore. And, maybe someone using a nautical chart showing bottom features (contours, grassy, sandy, rocky, etc.) where good pompano fishing would be likely. Drifting or anchoring? Again, thanks!
Thanks for sharing the secrets...Respect your generous personality... I hope go fishing over FL one day... Pompano sold here at the Asian market in California are delicious to eat but never try one in FL
Thanks! Question: For those from nearby States who will be vacationing West Coast Florida, should we catch Pompano, should we Clean them there Before we pack them on Ice to take home on a long trip back (i.e. 6 hrs road trip back home), or freeze them in packed Ice in our Coolers, and then at home thaw them a little, Clean them at home? Seems like there would be a greater chance for bacteria contaminants to occur if cleaning the fish is done before I take Pompano home. Would you consider producing a UA-cam Tutorial for Out-of-State fishermen?
Thanks for commenting. When I go to the east coast for about four days I always clean my catch, put the fillets in zip lock bags and keep it them iced really well. When I get home they go in the freezer. I don't know much other than that.
Love your video and the info was great but what are your favorite lures for pompano. I use a crappie jig 1/4 oz pink head with a pink and chartreuse body. Works wonders.
Thanks for watching and commenting. Note, the Piscifun reel below had a gear break inside after three months of use. The combo in the video at 5:27 is the Diawa with the Gx2 rod. The combo at 4:34 is the GX2 rod with a Penn Pursuit 4000. The combo at 7:57 is the Piscifun with the Inshore Select. Good Reasonably Priced Braid Line amzn.to/2IX35R4 A-Inshore Select Ugly Stik-reel Piscfun amzn.to/2IpaiYb A-NOT RECOMMENDED-Piscifun Carbon X amzn.to/2SktqJl B-Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Rod 6-1/2' Heavy Rod amzn.to/2fjI3yn B-Daiwa BG 2500 amzn.to/2wgFR06 Penn Pursuit 2 4000 Reel amzn.to/2yxwfju
Thanks for sharing. Yeah, that's the recurring thing I've heard from people for sure. I also heard that the like to hit at the end and beginning of the tide.
Great tips, especially on jig size based on current/depth. Guys that helped me learn to use snook jigs at different inlets always have a preferred size for their location as well.
Conflicting information from different UA-cam channels. One trusted source says Pompano run higher in the water column and not on the bottom. He almost exclusively uses Pompano rigs with one drop loop about 24" off the bottom. Do Pompano act differently in different areas of the Gulf Coast?
SW Fl. I recall catching them in March and April from the beach. Water temperature seems to make a big difference. I've also caught then in passes during September and October.
Good video JC, most important piece of advice is to get out there and do it. The more you fish, the more you'll catch. Mark patterns and write them down. Dates, times, tides, moon phase,ect.
That's a good idea on keeping a record of what's happening. I usually upload the videos soon after recording them so I have a time recorded and usually remember the best tides, but no info recorded on moon phase. Thanks for the idea.
JC, I am a new subscriber to your channel. Awesome job. I am heading to Belleair Beach FL at the end of January. I mostly fish in the Destin area and target Spanish Mackerel and Pompano (Surf fishing). I'm new to the Tampa fishing area and was wondering if these species are catchable in January from the surf.
I wish I could say that I have, but I live in Michigan. We are in ice fishing mode right now, but we are headed to Florida at the end of this month and I was just trying to get some information before we get there. Thanks for the response, and I look forward to fishing the Tampa area.
Hey! Great video...just a comment on one of the pictures you flashed...holding snook by the bottom jaw will more likely than not kill the snook by breaking it. The snook will be able to be revived if it's jaw is broken; however, it will starve. In studies, around 30k or more snook die each year from mishandling. Veteran anglers commit this malpractice quite often, so it's not a problem with experience, but a problem with awareness, so please do not take offense. Thank you for sharing your insights. Another pointer is jigging technique. You will see pompano fisherman use exaggerated movements up and down. If it is windy, you can work the jig like any other lure by working the tip of your rod down towards the water. I concur with the fisherman who talked about his hypothesis regarding a deft touch. I have seen pompano scatter in clear water with an aggressive technique. However, it depends on the day. You have to vary the technique and color based on conditions and more importantly the presentation that attracts the bite.
"Anglers there catch 1.3 million snook a year and legally keep 36,000. Apply the 2.1 percent post-release mortality rate and you have another 27,300 dead snook, or a total of nearly 64,000."
@@deanwhite6741 Thanks for watching and sharing insight about jigging. Again, in regard to the mortality rate you are referring to. Can you please provide a link to the information where you are getting these figures from?
Thanks JC, very informative as always. The only thing I would add is that the reason Pompano migrate is to stay in water temperatures of 72-82 degrees. If your area is out of that temperature range your obviously not going to catch Pompano. Also, besides the jigs with a teaser a live sand flea is hard to beat as this is their main source of food. Thanks again.
Excellent sharing. Some day I'm going to start checking water temperature, would probably help me find more fish.
I appreciate the information. I’m 65 and have been fishing my whole life, but had never caught a pomp. Finally went fishing for them off Pensacola Beach using your info and caught my first one. Sautéed it in butter and served with the butter and roasted almonds on top. Looking forward to getting back out there in the spring.
Hey I live in Pace give me some tips
Grew up my whole life in SW Florida. Never even knew about these fish! Lol. Going fishing today at the jetties for some pompano. Hope I hit em!
Thanks for watching. Please let me know how you well you do. I hope you got some tips from the video.
This video is like gold - to a guy who wants to catch Pompano.
Thanks for watching and commenting. I need to get back out there and do some more jigging around.
You're Good, you have been out there, with the rod in your hand.
That is the only way to find out what and how to fish for Pompano. Thanks again Brother, good fishing, stay safe out there, and Have Fun.
Great tips JC 👍 I always watch you're videos when they drop
Thanks JC, great break down on your tips. Well organized
I agree with all of this. Also, you can tip the jig with shrimp. It can be dead frozen or fresh cut. Just that scent can help when its slow.
It's been my experience JC that most people posting videos on you TUBE don't SAY WHERE THEY'RE FISHING
I'll have to pay more attention to that. I know there are several Pompano videos where people have named bridges and beaches they are fishing. With some research usually land marks will point a UA-cam fisherman in the right direction. Then again, I've seen videos where people have named a location and then the fish they were catching was not in that location, ha ha...Thanks for commenting.
@@RadReelingFishing thanks for the reply
@@RadReelingFishing I could understand if you're fishing a lake, and you have your secret spots for Crappie, or Bass where you've identified structure that hold fish and not share that information with just anybody. Surf fishing is a little different, like you said, the fish move around and are seasonal , it's not like there is one spot that always holds fish all year long, it's more what kind of tackle to use, when, and how to use it. Sharing some of your good spots with people new to the area or just new to fishing is just good sportsmanship.
Sound wisdom, Pilgrim. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for the awesome breakdown on how to catch pompano.
This video is a good one too on the topic ua-cam.com/video/ZVDvszAI_u8/v-deo.html Thanks for watching.
JC I am on Vacation this week and I am at North Topsail Island NC and I got a good supply of the Wacky Jigs and not many people here use them. I have tried then a couple of times but went this morning and caught two nice Spanish and one small blue fish. I guess I have no confidence in the wacky jig. It was ruff this morning and caught the Spanish on Yozuri crank baits. Normally I would throw Gotcha plugs for them. We do catch them here but not the numbers like Florida. Maybe that’s the problem .
Been catching pompano for about a month 😅 lol love it
thanks for the fishing tip on Pompano I never caught on e .
Thanks, most comprehensive video on Pompano fishing I've seen yet. I'm searching for information about fishing for Pompano from a boat more than from shore. And, maybe someone using a nautical chart showing bottom features (contours, grassy, sandy, rocky, etc.) where good pompano fishing would be likely. Drifting or anchoring? Again, thanks!
Fish major inlets during the spring and fall, guaranteed catch
Great info. Much appreciated :)
Awesome!!!!I’ll give it a try thanks!😎
Great tips! Thanks
Thanks for sharing the secrets...Respect your generous personality... I hope go fishing over FL one day... Pompano sold here at the Asian market in California are delicious to eat but never try one in FL
Thanks! Question: For those from nearby States who will be vacationing West Coast Florida,
should we catch Pompano, should we Clean them there Before we pack them on Ice to take home
on a long trip back (i.e. 6 hrs road trip back home), or freeze them in packed Ice in our Coolers, and then at home thaw them a little, Clean them at home? Seems like there would be a greater chance for bacteria contaminants to occur if cleaning the fish is done before I take Pompano home. Would you consider producing a UA-cam Tutorial for Out-of-State fishermen?
Thanks for commenting. When I go to the east coast for about four days I always clean my catch, put the fillets in zip lock bags and keep it them iced really well. When I get home they go in the freezer. I don't know much other than that.
Fish eat when they’re hungry! 👍 my tip of the day!
Ha ha...I love it. Thanks for adding value to the channel.
caught my first pompano on a gotcha plug lol
Love your video and the info was great but what are your favorite lures for pompano. I use a crappie jig 1/4 oz pink head with a pink and chartreuse body. Works wonders.
Jig/Teaser rig ua-cam.com/video/0h_gxMJb_ho/v-deo.html
How I tite Teasers ua-cam.com/video/L1DpYOTSHDk/v-deo.html
JC allways does
Have you or anyone know ever used freshwater crawfish tails for pomp and whiting bait? I hear they work great!
Only shrimp here because every bait shop sells them.
@@RadReelingFishing K Thanks!
Good stuff
JC , THUMBS UP from Houston, always watch you .And didn't realized i haven't pushed the Subscribed buttom . Well there you Go thanks Bro .. Big Mike
Thanks for being a faithful viewer and now subscriber.
JC, another great vid. Would like to know specs on rod/reel/line that you are using in this vid. Thx Chris
Thanks for watching and commenting. Note, the Piscifun reel below had a gear break inside after three months of use. The combo in the video at 5:27 is the Diawa with the Gx2 rod. The combo at 4:34 is the GX2 rod with a Penn Pursuit 4000. The combo at 7:57 is the Piscifun with the Inshore Select.
Good Reasonably Priced Braid Line
amzn.to/2IX35R4
A-Inshore Select Ugly Stik-reel Piscfun
amzn.to/2IpaiYb
A-NOT RECOMMENDED-Piscifun Carbon X
amzn.to/2SktqJl
B-Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Rod
6-1/2' Heavy Rod
amzn.to/2fjI3yn
B-Daiwa BG 2500
amzn.to/2wgFR06
Penn Pursuit 2 4000 Reel
amzn.to/2yxwfju
From my experience fishing, I can tell you that black drum are always migrating towards that really stirred up water.
I'd like to get into some really big ones sometime. Thanks for sharing.
Good tips , thank you
hi where do you usually get those teasers from? I can never seem to find them..thanks for the great videos!
Walmart had them with the jigs. Also small hometown tackle shops in my area carry them.
I'd tie them yourself, you don't even need a vise
Like you JC I claim NO expertese, but I have not observed pompano in dirty water. Very important tip.
Thanks for sharing. Yeah, that's the recurring thing I've heard from people for sure. I also heard that the like to hit at the end and beginning of the tide.
Great information, thanks. I'll start paying more attention to those times.
Great tips, especially on jig size based on current/depth. Guys that helped me learn to use snook jigs at different inlets always have a preferred size for their location as well.
Yeah, I usually use 2 oz. for Snook in most places, but I have one bridge where I always use 1.5 oz.. Thanks for sharing.
UA-cam. Liked this video.
What pound test leader is best?
I've been using 25 lately. Those big ladyfish snap 20 lb test too easy, not so with 25.
Conflicting information from different UA-cam channels. One trusted source says Pompano run higher in the water column and not on the bottom. He almost exclusively uses Pompano rigs with one drop loop about 24" off the bottom. Do Pompano act differently in different areas of the Gulf Coast?
Thanks for watching. I only fish for them with jigs along the bottom. I can't answer that question. Thanks for asking though.
What time of the year is good to catch pompano from the beach?
SW Fl. I recall catching them in March and April from the beach. Water temperature seems to make a big difference. I've also caught then in passes during September and October.
Good video JC, most important piece of advice is to get out there and do it. The more you fish, the more you'll catch. Mark patterns and write them down. Dates, times, tides, moon phase,ect.
That's a good idea on keeping a record of what's happening. I usually upload the videos soon after recording them so I have a time recorded and usually remember the best tides, but no info recorded on moon phase. Thanks for the idea.
JC, I am a new subscriber to your channel. Awesome job. I am heading to Belleair Beach FL at the end of January. I mostly fish in the Destin area and target Spanish Mackerel and Pompano (Surf fishing). I'm new to the Tampa fishing area and was wondering if these species are catchable in January from the surf.
There may be some around. It depends upon the water temperature. Have you tried to catch some in the surf this month?
I wish I could say that I have, but I live in Michigan. We are in ice fishing mode right now, but we are headed to Florida at the end of this month and I was just trying to get some information before we get there. Thanks for the response, and I look forward to fishing the Tampa area.
Hey! Great video...just a comment on one of the pictures you flashed...holding snook by the bottom jaw will more likely than not kill the snook by breaking it. The snook will be able to be revived if it's jaw is broken; however, it will starve. In studies, around 30k or more snook die each year from mishandling. Veteran anglers commit this malpractice quite often, so it's not a problem with experience, but a problem with awareness, so please do not take offense.
Thank you for sharing your insights. Another pointer is jigging technique. You will see pompano fisherman use exaggerated movements up and down. If it is windy, you can work the jig like any other lure by working the tip of your rod down towards the water. I concur with the fisherman who talked about his hypothesis regarding a deft touch. I have seen pompano scatter in clear water with an aggressive technique. However, it depends on the day. You have to vary the technique and color based on conditions and more importantly the presentation that attracts the bite.
I appreciate you sharing this info. Would you please share the link to the info about 30K Snook dying from being mishandled.
"Anglers there catch 1.3 million snook a year and legally keep 36,000. Apply the 2.1 percent post-release mortality rate and you have another 27,300 dead snook, or a total of nearly 64,000."
@@deanwhite6741 Thanks for watching and sharing insight about jigging. Again, in regard to the mortality rate you are referring to. Can you please provide a link to the information where you are getting these figures from?
@@RadReelingFishing, I did. It wouldn't let me share a link
@@RadReelingFishing , UA-cam blocked my ability to share links...
I noticed it looks like u don't use a float with your rig?
Where is this location JC?
thanks for watching I don't reveal locations 99% of the time on this channel.
I can't drink beer if I'm working a jig.Give me some frozen shrimp and fishbites,or fishgum. And I catch em.
There is a great spot where we catchem every time, but I dont see anyone fishing there on these pompano videos..
Those kinds of spots are precious. Keep quiet
Tried to take a shot every time this guy said pompano.... Blacked out by the end. What were we talking about again?
What inlet is this? Jupiter ?
Thanks for watching and asking. I don't reveal locations. Any major inlet is going to hold Pompano at certain times of the year.
Rad Reeling Fishing well then it’s a good thing I took to google maps and found it myself.
It Johns Pass in Madeira FL. Northern jetty tip.
I fished a pier once and I caught 5 pompano in an hour and no one else caught them, pompano are crazy weird
When the Pompano bite is on it can be a blast for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Lots of people fish the jig too fast and too hard
My friend just drags it on the bottom
That picture is old
Thanks for watching and commenting. That must be a good Pompano spot in that picture for sure.
Can we go fishing
Thanks for watching and commenting. Do you like to fish in saltwater?
I make my own luers for pompano with pistachio shells and hot glue gun
Thanks for sharing. I saw a video of that recently. I'm guessing the must work really good since you are making them. What colors work best?
@@RadReelingFishing orange , pink