thanks for sharing on how to make a Carolina rig. I'm a salt water surf fishing enthusiast here in San Diego, CA. and going after Croakers, Bard Surf Perch, or whatever is out there to catch. God bless
Problem with circular weights is the waves move them very easily, some of us prefer a weight that digs in--a little, into the sand. It can still be a sliding sinker rig, just not a barrel weight. Leader weight is HUGE, where I fish anyway, more like 6 pound, though I don't doubt that some places may well need much larger.
I have tried a similar setup using a Sputnik sinker, attached to a slider on my main line. That worked for starting put, but tangles were a bit of a problem. I have had some recommend a flat sinker, which I think would be great. However, not sure how big they make those. I’m thinking not much more than 3-4oz. What type of sinker do you use with your Carolina rig? Thanks for the view and comment
No perfect solution though in nice weather I actually have had luck fly lining 6 lb test with a sand flea, wading nearly to my waste. These days though a 2 oz Flat weight, sliding rig
i recently used straight fluoro all the way down on my reel and it worked really good for me. Didn’t even bother with leaders. Did it mainly because I got really annoyed trying to tie my leader to my mono and I was previously straght mono for my whole life over twenty years. Hahaha but make no mistake I was annoyed because I am am much less experienced angler and I got annoyed because I stink at knots. haha and I quit fishing for a long time but then decided I missed it and re-began all over again, realized I never used fluoro or braid ever, and have began “experimenting” to see if I will like them.
Yoo man love your vids could you do a video on like what rods you usually use for what what Ik rods can be versatile or you can make do with what you got but I think a cool video to do would be what rods and tackle you use together like what do you usually throw your lures on and vice versa
I honestly don't have a preference and haven't seen much of a difference in performance. I use orange because i use that color for my Pompano rigs because it resembles the color of sand flea egs. thanks for the view and questions.
I noted that you when you add leader you still keep near or same 25lb mono. I was taught to reduce it down from 35lb braid main line to 10lb or so in order for a more natural presentation. What are your thoughts?
Hello again! It really all depends on what you are targeting. If we are fishing for some easily spooked fish, and water clarity is high, you might need lighter leader line assuming your main line is too visible. Sometimes we fish structure and really light leader will get broke off so we might opt for a larger leader line. In any case, if you are really trying to reduce line visibility, I recommend starting with fluorocarbon leader and go as small as feasible based on your target species, water conditions, and structure.
Hello, what is your recommendation for this type of fishing in relation to the size of the rod, the action and the weight it supports? Thanks! Best Regards!
So the rod have a lure rating. So for best performance take your typical rig and weigh it. Be sure to include the typical lure you want to toss as well. Pick a rod that has a lure rating at least 10% higher than that weight for best performance.
Just starting to learn to fish. Have a kayak I’m going to use in the local beach area around Santa Barbara Calif. With the Carolina rig and using plastic bait. Whats the best hook to buy? Thanks. Really liked your video.
Thanks for the positive feedback! Really appreciate it. Type of hook really depends on the lure you are using. For soft plastic worms or flukes you could use an offset J hook.
I use egg sinkers on days when the surf is calm and/or the current is minimal and coin sinkers on days when the surf is rough or the current is swift because egg sinkers are easier to retrieve while coin sinkers do not roll.
Yes! I actually have been wanting to try out the coin sinker for a while. I use Sputnik for a lot of my rigs, but don’t like them for my Carolina rig. I think the coin might be that perfect in between design I’ve been looking for. Thanks for the advice!
@@tightlineshightides You should definitely give coin sinkers a try and see how you like them! Given the choice, I prefer to use egg sinkers on my Carolina rigs. However, It annoys me when my bait drifts down the beach while I am retrieving it so, when that happens, I switch to coin sinkers to eliminate the drift.
Thanks for the constructive feedback. I agree with you, I was learning my voice sand getting comfortable in front of the camera on this one. Today I wouldn’t have made this video the same way. Probably would have wrapped it up in about 3-5 minutes. Here is a newer video where I feature the Carolina rig. Much different approach. ua-cam.com/video/gKITzzXD9BQ/v-deo.htmlsi=J7KADs2fL2mVrUlw
Hello, your video helps me in my editing. Can I also use the knocker rig for surffishing? Is it a good rig from the edge or do you prefer to stay on the carolina rig? Thank you🙋♂️
Are you writing some articles? We also have a blog with information at Tightlinesandhightides.com. I usually go Carolina over the knocker even though knockers are typically easier to toss out. A variation of the Carolina rig is the Fishfinder rig that i also prefer.
For live bait i use whatever size weight that will keep me in place based on the surf conditions. Generally that is about a 1 to 3 oz lead. For artificial i go lighter and will toss out maybe a .5 to 2oz weight, just to get the lure to the bottom as i work it in.
dumb question have a 11ft rod size 6500 diawa bg use it at Cape Cod Canal have 40lb braid and 60lb mono leader will this be fine with Carolina rig this all I got first time going and just wanna catch anything that bites
I am a new subscriber and have been "catching up" on several of your videos. I can't help but notice that you turn the hooks down in your videos on artificial shrimp, etc. I have seen that done when freelining live shrimp, but not artificials. Can you explain the advantages? It seems that it would turn the artificial shrimp over and cause an unnatural presentations, especially with jigheads. Thanks for the great content.
I had to go back and watch the video again. Honestly i think i made a mistake when i rigged that up in this video. Probably was more worried about the video than how the shrimp was rigged. The hook point should have been up, on the opposite side of the legs. Very sorry for the confusion
Great info! Appreciate the time you put into making the video. Quick question- How do you fish it? Is a slow retrieve? Do you just let it sit on the bottom? Thanks!
thanks for the view and comment. How you retrieve really depends on what your fishing. Sometimes with live or cut bait, it just sits on bottom. However soft plastic artificial can be worked in with a slow retrieve. The Carolina rig is a very versatile rig and can be used in many applications.
pretty valid point you have here. I do know most weights nowadays aren't lead, but you point still stands. I would think the inertia from the bead would be less because of it's lighter weight, but you still have the sinker right behind it. I will have to look in to this one. Thanks for the comment.
@@tightlineshightides Just a bit further elucidation, the weight is gong to apply force to the rod tip whether the bead is in between or not; what I'm more concerned with is the hard glass bead knocking the insert out of the rod tip guide.
using artificial i work it in just like i would in freshwater. For example carolina rig with the DOA shrimp helps me cast it out far then i pick my rod tip up, reel a bit, then drop and pause until it is in the wash close by
Hey! Thank you for the compliment. Glad you enjoyed the video! Depending on the size of the worm piece i wold recommend anywhere between a #2 up to a 1/0 baitholder circle hook. I don't use the gulp sandworm too much here on the Florida coast though. However, since you mentioned it i may give it a shot sometime to see how well it works.
Yeah, sometimes they do me too. That being said, they will sometimes get me with other rigs too. Do you have a setup that you like to use that isn’t so susceptible to crabs cleaning you out?
Carolina Rig??? That is a Palm Lake #1 rig---used as early as 1961 on Palm Lake in Slidell, Louisiana. It did NOT originate in the Carolinas. Nothing personal meant.
Can't say I have heard of a "Palm Lake #1 rig", but pretty cool history lesson. This is sort of like the old argument of where Mardi Gras originated... was it New Orleans, LA or was it Mobile, AL?? ;-) Thanks for the comment!
Thanks for the view. Trying to get more succinct with my later videos. This was one of my 1 st videos and was just learning what does and doesn’t work for my audience. I appreciate the constructive feedback.
@@tightlineshightides Better abrasion resistance with mono, Better elasticity for casting lead. Better invisibility, Fish can clearly see the braid line. Inshore fishing has rocks, docks and whatever in the and around the water. Braid frays and you just don't need the strength of braid for inshore fish. So way pay so much extra? Braid is better suited to offshore fishing with lures.
Good points on the elasticity and abrasion resistance. It’s a trade off for line memory and capacity. As for visibility, I use a good bit of fluro leader which I think takes care of most of that concern. Fluro is less visible than mono in that regard. Also agree that braid cost more, but there are several instances where I was glad I had the extra line. The strength to diameter ratio of braid helps stack on quite a bit more. Tarpon will spool you in a second, which we catch inshore. Always looking to improve my tactics, but I’m not sure using braid makes someone a bad angler. Thanks for the feedback
I'm going fishing on the jetties down at Galveston, Tx tomorrow with my gf. This rig looks great!!! Thanks!!!
how did you do?
@@tightlineshightides Well... we hardly caught squat, but it wasn't the rig's fault!!! No one was catching much that day.
thanks for sharing on how to make a
Carolina rig. I'm a salt water surf fishing enthusiast here in San Diego, CA. and going after Croakers, Bard Surf Perch, or whatever is out there to catch. God bless
God bless! Thanks for the view
This was very helpful thank you very much and I watched all 12 minutes twice
Great to hear! Thanks for 2 views!
Problem with circular weights is the waves move them very easily, some of us prefer a weight that digs in--a little, into the sand. It can still be a sliding sinker rig, just not a barrel weight. Leader weight is HUGE, where I fish anyway, more like 6 pound, though I don't doubt that some places may well need much larger.
I have tried a similar setup using a Sputnik sinker, attached to a slider on my main line. That worked for starting put, but tangles were a bit of a problem.
I have had some recommend a flat sinker, which I think would be great. However, not sure how big they make those. I’m thinking not much more than 3-4oz.
What type of sinker do you use with your Carolina rig?
Thanks for the view and comment
No perfect solution though in nice weather I actually have had luck fly lining 6 lb test with a sand flea, wading nearly to my waste. These days though a 2 oz Flat weight, sliding rig
It's cool, I put the lead on the fishing line, success is always for you, brother..👍
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Thanks for the great tutorial!!! Much needed and appreciated. 👍🏾💯👍🏾
thanks so much for the view and positive feedback! Good luck out there!
@@tightlineshightides thank you. I appreciate that. Keep the awesome content coming. 👍🏾👍🏾
Love the vid.... try a rubber bead to protect the knot from weight.... they come in all colors, including glow.... love it,
good call! I wil have to look for some. Thanks for sharing!
i recently used straight fluoro all the way down on my reel and it worked really good for me. Didn’t even bother with leaders. Did it mainly because I got really annoyed trying to tie my leader to my mono and I was previously straght mono for my whole life over twenty years. Hahaha but make no mistake I was annoyed because I am am much less experienced angler and I got annoyed because I stink at knots. haha and I quit fishing for a long time but then decided I missed it and re-began all over again, realized I never used fluoro or braid ever, and have began “experimenting” to see if I will like them.
Nice! If it works for you, send it. Thanks for sharing!
Great video thanks. I will be using the improved cling knot instead of my usual palomar knot. It’s faster specially on location.
That’s a great knot
Yoo man love your vids could you do a video on like what rods you usually use for what what Ik rods can be versatile or you can make do with what you got but I think a cool video to do would be what rods and tackle you use together like what do you usually throw your lures on and vice versa
yeah man, i will try to throw something together along those lines. Thanks for the request!
Hello sir, thank you for your video.
For the color of the pearls, do you recommend me more green or red?
there are more results on who?
Thanks
I honestly don't have a preference and haven't seen much of a difference in performance. I use orange because i use that color for my Pompano rigs because it resembles the color of sand flea egs.
thanks for the view and questions.
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Great video. I have one question braid or mono for leader when surf casting? I can't tell if there is a real difference in them from the surf.
thanks for the view.
Mono or Fluorocarbon for leader. I find that straight braid and no leader cause more line tangles with the sinkers and hooks.
New Subscriber here, thanks for sharing this video. 👍🏴🏴
Thanks for the sub!
Very nice and well explained.
thank you! I hope it helps
Thanks for the information, very helpful and simple. Great job
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Thanks for sharing 👍
Thank you for the view and feedback!
I noted that you when you add leader you still keep near or same 25lb mono. I was taught to reduce it down from 35lb braid main line to 10lb or so in order for a more natural presentation. What are your thoughts?
Hello again! It really all depends on what you are targeting. If we are fishing for some easily spooked fish, and water clarity is high, you might need lighter leader line assuming your main line is too visible. Sometimes we fish structure and really light leader will get broke off so we might opt for a larger leader line. In any case, if you are really trying to reduce line visibility, I recommend starting with fluorocarbon leader and go as small as feasible based on your target species, water conditions, and structure.
Makes sense, thanks! Also amazed that you responded quickly and at all… much appreciated!
@@tomjones2031 Thanks! My aim is to be helpful. Reach out anytime.
Hello, what is your recommendation for this type of fishing in relation to the size of the rod, the action and the weight it supports? Thanks! Best Regards!
So the rod have a lure rating. So for best performance take your typical rig and weigh it. Be sure to include the typical lure you want to toss as well. Pick a rod that has a lure rating at least 10% higher than that weight for best performance.
Just starting to learn to fish. Have a kayak I’m going to use in the local beach area around Santa Barbara Calif. With the Carolina rig and using plastic bait. Whats the best hook to buy? Thanks. Really liked your video.
Thanks for the positive feedback! Really appreciate it.
Type of hook really depends on the lure you are using. For soft plastic worms or flukes you could use an offset J hook.
Great information
Thanks Raymond! You are the man!
I use egg sinkers on days when the surf is calm and/or the current is minimal and coin sinkers on days when the surf is rough or the current is swift because egg sinkers are easier to retrieve while coin sinkers do not roll.
Yes! I actually have been wanting to try out the coin sinker for a while. I use Sputnik for a lot of my rigs, but don’t like them for my Carolina rig. I think the coin might be that perfect in between design I’ve been looking for.
Thanks for the advice!
@@tightlineshightides You should definitely give coin sinkers a try and see how you like them! Given the choice, I prefer to use egg sinkers on my Carolina rigs. However, It annoys me when my bait drifts down the beach while I am retrieving it so, when that happens, I switch to coin sinkers to eliminate the drift.
Good info, just don’t over explain the process. Just describe the rig and let us determine certain details.
Thanks for the constructive feedback. I agree with you, I was learning my voice sand getting comfortable in front of the camera on this one. Today I wouldn’t have made this video the same way. Probably would have wrapped it up in about 3-5 minutes.
Here is a newer video where I feature the Carolina rig. Much different approach.
ua-cam.com/video/gKITzzXD9BQ/v-deo.htmlsi=J7KADs2fL2mVrUlw
Hello, your video helps me in my editing. Can I also use the knocker rig for surffishing? Is it a good rig from the edge or do you prefer to stay on the carolina rig? Thank you🙋♂️
Are you writing some articles? We also have a blog with information at Tightlinesandhightides.com.
I usually go Carolina over the knocker even though knockers are typically easier to toss out. A variation of the Carolina rig is the Fishfinder rig that i also prefer.
no blog
You have quality videos
what do you use for weights when surf casting for drum?
For live bait i use whatever size weight that will keep me in place based on the surf conditions. Generally that is about a 1 to 3 oz lead. For artificial i go lighter and will toss out maybe a .5 to 2oz weight, just to get the lure to the bottom as i work it in.
Quality content, subscribed thanks!
thank you so much! More to come
dumb question have a 11ft rod size 6500 diawa bg use it at Cape Cod Canal have 40lb braid and 60lb mono leader will this be fine with Carolina rig this all I got first time going and just wanna catch anything that bites
For sure! I see no issue with your setup
That will work!
I am a new subscriber and have been "catching up" on several of your videos. I can't help but notice that you turn the hooks down in your videos on artificial shrimp, etc. I have seen that done when freelining live shrimp, but not artificials. Can you explain the advantages? It seems that it would turn the artificial shrimp over and cause an unnatural presentations, especially with jigheads.
Thanks for the great content.
I had to go back and watch the video again. Honestly i think i made a mistake when i rigged that up in this video. Probably was more worried about the video than how the shrimp was rigged. The hook point should have been up, on the opposite side of the legs. Very sorry for the confusion
Great info! Appreciate the time you put into making the video. Quick question- How do you fish it? Is a slow retrieve? Do you just let it sit on the bottom? Thanks!
thanks for the view and comment.
How you retrieve really depends on what your fishing. Sometimes with live or cut bait, it just sits on bottom. However soft plastic artificial can be worked in with a slow retrieve. The Carolina rig is a very versatile rig and can be used in many applications.
Good stuff thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
How does a super hard glass bead protect your rod tip better than a soft lead sinker?
pretty valid point you have here. I do know most weights nowadays aren't lead, but you point still stands. I would think the inertia from the bead would be less because of it's lighter weight, but you still have the sinker right behind it.
I will have to look in to this one. Thanks for the comment.
@@tightlineshightides Just a bit further elucidation, the weight is gong to apply force to the rod tip whether the bead is in between or not; what I'm more concerned with is the hard glass bead knocking the insert out of the rod tip guide.
Useing artificial bait on Carolina rig, do you let the rig sit or do you provide movement? Just N of you Merritt Island. Thanks!
using artificial i work it in just like i would in freshwater. For example carolina rig with the DOA shrimp helps me cast it out far then i pick my rod tip up, reel a bit, then drop and pause until it is in the wash close by
Thankyou so much
Thank you for the view and feedback
Great video! What type of hook would you recommend for using gulp sandworms?
Hey! Thank you for the compliment. Glad you enjoyed the video!
Depending on the size of the worm piece i wold recommend anywhere between a #2 up to a 1/0 baitholder circle hook. I don't use the gulp sandworm too much here on the Florida coast though. However, since you mentioned it i may give it a shot sometime to see how well it works.
I use a #4 bait holder hook, and it’s perfect.
how much of the liter should i use
Leader should be 12 to about 20 in in my opinion
Can you show me how to put the Synchron
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the crustaceans always eat the hell out of my bait with the Carolina rig
Yeah, sometimes they do me too. That being said, they will sometimes get me with other rigs too.
Do you have a setup that you like to use that isn’t so susceptible to crabs cleaning you out?
Egg weights suck in the surf. Pyramid weights don't roll, they stay but.
Yeah, you need a pretty calm day if it’s going to sit out in the surf.
It was a good video, but I feel ot doesn't need to be 12 mins
Probably not… maybe I’ll create a new one that’s more succinct.
Carolina Rig??? That is a Palm Lake #1 rig---used as early as 1961 on Palm Lake in Slidell, Louisiana. It did NOT originate in the Carolinas. Nothing personal meant.
Can't say I have heard of a "Palm Lake #1 rig", but pretty cool history lesson.
This is sort of like the old argument of where Mardi Gras originated... was it New Orleans, LA or was it Mobile, AL??
;-)
Thanks for the comment!
Lost me after waiting forever just to see a glass bead. Carolina rig is simple AF..... doesn't need 12 minutes of video.
Thanks for the view. Trying to get more succinct with my later videos. This was one of my 1 st videos and was just learning what does and doesn’t work for my audience. I appreciate the constructive feedback.
Using Power Pro for inshore fish is only saying how bad you are as an angler.
Interesting. I take it you are strictly mono for inshore fishing? Curious as to why you don’t like braid?
Thanks for the view!
@@tightlineshightides Better abrasion resistance with mono, Better elasticity for casting lead. Better invisibility, Fish can clearly see the braid line. Inshore fishing has rocks, docks and whatever in the and around the water. Braid frays and you just don't need the strength of braid for inshore fish. So way pay so much extra? Braid is better suited to offshore fishing with lures.
Good points on the elasticity and abrasion resistance. It’s a trade off for line memory and capacity. As for visibility, I use a good bit of fluro leader which I think takes care of most of that concern. Fluro is less visible than mono in that regard.
Also agree that braid cost more, but there are several instances where I was glad I had the extra line. The strength to diameter ratio of braid helps stack on quite a bit more. Tarpon will spool you in a second, which we catch inshore.
Always looking to improve my tactics, but I’m not sure using braid makes someone a bad angler.
Thanks for the feedback