I've been bfs popping with the Duo pocopoco, which is a extremely versatile lure and I can't help falling In love with it. The majorcraft zoner 50sp has landed loads of fish on the boat dis summer
Great video! This is helpful to see how the different baits can be fished. I just got into the small finesse jerkbaits, which can translate to bass fishing as well. However, with the recent ODNR trout stock into one of my local lakes, I have been enjoying how fun these fish can be to catch. The last two days I have been to the lake, the fish have been really picky with what they were taking. I found that the Megabass x-48 acrobat (Floating) in Wagin Setsuki Ayu has been successful in catching some nice size Rainbow trout. Ended up purchasing some sinking and suspending lures of different brands as well.
There is definitely a time and place for each type of lure. Sometimes, the fish do not care one bit 😂. Good to see you find a pattern on some stickers, they can be tricky sometimes.
@@HobieWanKenobi theyre a traditional fly tied onto a single hook, with a stinger treble tied on the back with a silicone loop. You have to cut the treble off if you don't want it. Might have to see it to get the full picture.
Wish you could come out with a video explaining more on size and when to use snap swivel vs tie direct to the lure for bfs. For this video and lure what size snap swivel do you recommend?
Have you try the yo-zuri pins minnow and the lucky craft pointer 48sp they’re pretty good too, but they’re more on the lighter side when it comes to casting it
@@HobieWanKenobi Did you know that there's also sinking version for the yo-zuri pins minnow as well, but they're (lure) actually market for sw fishing instead of fresh water
I’m gonna be fishing the smokys mountains in 2 weeks for trout. And they have a rule that you can only have 1 single hook on a lure, not a big deal except with jerkbaits that have 2 hooks on them. So I’ll have to be modifing the baits. In your opinion, (under the assumption reguardless of wether the hook is on the front hook hanger or the rear hook hanger the lure is still balanced enough to be functional) where would you put the hook? On the front or back hook hanger? (Talking about lures 50mm or smaller). You hear that predatory fish try to strike the head of its prey so you would think put the hook on the front, but at the same time the lure is so small that the fish will probably get the hook wether it’s on the front or back. Interested to hear your opinion on this.
Well explained Hobie. Let me ask a question….I change the hooks as well and fish mostly with just one hook (I use the front hook and not the rear hook). What would be your recommendation? Obviously, the rear hook is not as likely to snag but trouts mainly attack their prey towards its head. As a bait addition I could highly recommend the Daiwa Wise Minnow 50 (50 mm length, 5 Gram and casts like a bullet). Got a fixed tungsten bullet inside and is very well suited to fish deeper pools. I caught a lot of fish on it….
I fish with the rear hook for snags. The amount of snags I would get would far out number the amount of fish caught on only front hook vs back hook. If fishing more open water, I can see where the front hook would do better. The Wise Minnow has been on my radar. I have a lot of other lures to get to first.
What circle Hooks are you using... I was just commenting on the reel test video suggesting but I have yet to start "bfs" fishing. I've used ultralight Lures decades ago and currently make flies for spinning reel casting with weight wrap incorporated for saltwater fishing or use 1 of the smallest size split shot if fly with no weight. Your front circle is backwards unless you need this for hangups. Unless point forward I would just remove for back only if you can get away with balance and weight.
Most of my hooks are Owner C'ultiva SBL 55 or Vanfook. Hook position depends on many factors. I mostly do them for reduced snagging as there is a lot of wood in my waters. The other was helps a little with hookups
Edited because NVM found a nifty chart decoy has for gauging replacement hook sizes. I am curious what type of snaps you replace the splits with and what tool you use on these tiny splits.
@@HobieWanKenobi If you go to the decoy japan website under single hooks, they have both troutin single and pluggin single hooks. Under those they have images with charts about which size to use. Actually most of their hooks have charts which is quite useful. Obviously different manufacturers size hooks differenty but its a start.
Do you find that the Ryukis get swept when fishing fast and deep 4+ feet water? Can’t seem to dredge the bottom with those. I’ve been hunting for a minnow that can quickly get thru heavy water into the lower column and stay there on retrieve but have not had any luck. The issens do quite well but can’t do it consistently….not sure if it is my casting angle or just the nature of hard minnow lures
I'm a Central FL bass fisherman, but I'm gearing up for a trip to NC in February. So far, I have a 6'6" ML 4pc travel spinning rod, & a Shimano 1k w/ 8lb Berkley crystal braid & 6lb Nano fluoro leader. I have invested in Rapala's UL series & Original Floater 03's. I bought about 100 different lures. I want to replace my hooks to singles, but I haven't found a cost effective way to source the smaller inlines. Is it possible to substitute small circle/live bait hooks & dual split rings?
With smaller lures, all that extra weight from extra split rings will affect lure action. I like Owner C'ultiva hooks. Bait Finesse Empire carries them. For the UL Rapalas, you can do a #8 or #6
@@HobieWanKenobi interesting, why is that? I started with braid and a leader and switched to straight 6lb fluorocarbon as I use little jerkbaits mostly
What trout lures have you been using this year?
Great info Hobie-Wan, love the underwater shots.
Glad you enjoyed it! It shows how much hooks can affect the action of the lure.
I've been bfs popping with the Duo pocopoco, which is a extremely versatile lure and I can't help falling In love with it. The majorcraft zoner 50sp has landed loads of fish on the boat dis summer
The PocoPoco has been great for crappie for me. I have used the Yurapen quite a bit for trout.
Online outdoorsman on UA-cam makes some killer finesse soft plastic. Called mule fishing. Should check it out
I follow both of his accounts.
Great video! This is helpful to see how the different baits can be fished.
I just got into the small finesse jerkbaits, which can translate to bass fishing as well. However, with the recent ODNR trout stock into one of my local lakes, I have been enjoying how fun these fish can be to catch. The last two days I have been to the lake, the fish have been really picky with what they were taking. I found that the Megabass x-48 acrobat (Floating) in Wagin Setsuki Ayu has been successful in catching some nice size Rainbow trout. Ended up purchasing some sinking and suspending lures of different brands as well.
There is definitely a time and place for each type of lure. Sometimes, the fish do not care one bit 😂. Good to see you find a pattern on some stickers, they can be tricky sometimes.
Saved straight to my BFS playlist...
It's a great video. Too bad other UA-cam channels that make BFS videos don't make videos like this. They are all hype and clickbait for the most part
@@HobieWanKenobi yea this is great, it's basically a shopping list for any budding BFS fisho (what we called fisherman/anglers).
Have you tried the HD trout by Dynamic Lures. Great little lure. Excellent value.
I haven't but, I am always a sucker for a good value lure.
I've been having an excellent season this year using Joe's Flies.
I havent really used spinners much the past few years. I should look into using some
Joe's flies are highly productive. The stinger treble on the back tears fish up though, definitely remove if doing catch and release fishing.
Is there a way to put single hooks on the Joe's?
@@HobieWanKenobi theyre a traditional fly tied onto a single hook, with a stinger treble tied on the back with a silicone loop. You have to cut the treble off if you don't want it.
Might have to see it to get the full picture.
@@baitfinesseempire Gotcha. A little surgery but, doable
Wish you could come out with a video explaining more on size and when to use snap swivel vs tie direct to the lure for bfs. For this video and lure what size snap swivel do you recommend?
I can do something like that this spring. Usually, I always use a snap with hard lures and usually run a 0 to 000 size snap.
Have you try the yo-zuri pins minnow and the lucky craft pointer 48sp they’re pretty good too, but they’re more on the lighter side when it comes to casting it
I have used the pins minnow. I prefer other floating lures. pointer SP I haven't used
@@HobieWanKenobi Did you know that there's also sinking version for the yo-zuri pins minnow as well, but they're (lure) actually market for sw fishing instead of fresh water
@@leepao6302 I use lures of all sorts. Saltwater just means it has saltwater safe hooks
I’m gonna be fishing the smokys mountains in 2 weeks for trout. And they have a rule that you can only have 1 single hook on a lure, not a big deal except with jerkbaits that have 2 hooks on them. So I’ll have to be modifing the baits. In your opinion, (under the assumption reguardless of wether the hook is on the front hook hanger or the rear hook hanger the lure is still balanced enough to be functional) where would you put the hook? On the front or back hook hanger? (Talking about lures 50mm or smaller). You hear that predatory fish try to strike the head of its prey so you would think put the hook on the front, but at the same time the lure is so small that the fish will probably get the hook wether it’s on the front or back. Interested to hear your opinion on this.
Nevermind, I just read through the comments and saw where you answered this question already lol
After the other comment about the front hook, I am interested to see if there is a difference in front or rear hook being the only single hook.
Well explained Hobie. Let me ask a question….I change the hooks as well and fish mostly with just one hook (I use the front hook and not the rear hook). What would be your recommendation? Obviously, the rear hook is not as likely to snag but trouts mainly attack their prey towards its head. As a bait addition I could highly recommend the Daiwa Wise Minnow 50 (50 mm length, 5 Gram and casts like a bullet). Got a fixed tungsten bullet inside and is very well suited to fish deeper pools. I caught a lot of fish on it….
I fish with the rear hook for snags. The amount of snags I would get would far out number the amount of fish caught on only front hook vs back hook. If fishing more open water, I can see where the front hook would do better.
The Wise Minnow has been on my radar. I have a lot of other lures to get to first.
What circle Hooks are you using... I was just commenting on the reel test video suggesting but I have yet to start "bfs" fishing. I've used ultralight Lures decades ago and currently make flies for spinning reel casting with weight wrap incorporated for saltwater fishing or use 1 of the smallest size split shot if fly with no weight.
Your front circle is backwards unless you need this for hangups. Unless point forward I would just remove for back only if you can get away with balance and weight.
Most of my hooks are Owner C'ultiva SBL 55 or Vanfook. Hook position depends on many factors. I mostly do them for reduced snagging as there is a lot of wood in my waters. The other was helps a little with hookups
@HobieWanKenobi
When do you have your front hook pointing to the front and when to the back/belly of the lure?
Hook pointed to the front most times. I will point the hook to the rear when around areas that have more snags
wow very entertaining I really like it, good luck always amen
Thank you. There will be many videos going over lures, technique and other BFS tips.
Where can you get the Indigo Kanna 48s? I am interested in giving these a try. Trying to find a source for them. Thanks.
They were available at @baitfinesseempire a while back. A great alternative is the Jackson Meteora.
Edited because NVM found a nifty chart decoy has for gauging replacement hook sizes. I am curious what type of snaps you replace the splits with and what tool you use on these tiny splits.
Can you share a link to it?
I usually use 00 size spilt rings. I use my thumb nail 😆
@@HobieWanKenobi If you go to the decoy japan website under single hooks, they have both troutin single and pluggin single hooks. Under those they have images with charts about which size to use. Actually most of their hooks have charts which is quite useful. Obviously different manufacturers size hooks differenty but its a start.
@@HobieWanKenobi You mention in the video replacing the line tie with a snap for better action what snap you use?
@@dontdoxmebro1780 I use a variety. The Owner size 000 are nice. Really the smallest snaps you can find
Do you find that the Ryukis get swept when fishing fast and deep 4+ feet water? Can’t seem to dredge the bottom with those. I’ve been hunting for a minnow that can quickly get thru heavy water into the lower column and stay there on retrieve but have not had any luck. The issens do quite well but can’t do it consistently….not sure if it is my casting angle or just the nature of hard minnow lures
Ryukis can get swept a bit like you said. Try the Jackson Trout Tune HW. It's been a great heavy current lure for me.
what size micro snap do you use on these lures?
Size 00 Jackson snaps
What size of single hook would you use on small lures like these? Great clips, greetings from Sweden!
I use a #8 size most times for these lures. I will use a smaller size for 38mm and less.
@@HobieWanKenobi Much appreciated, have a fine evening!
No problem.
I'm a Central FL bass fisherman, but I'm gearing up for a trip to NC in February.
So far, I have a 6'6" ML 4pc travel spinning rod, & a Shimano 1k w/ 8lb Berkley crystal braid & 6lb Nano fluoro leader.
I have invested in Rapala's UL series & Original Floater 03's. I bought about 100 different lures.
I want to replace my hooks to singles, but I haven't found a cost effective way to source the smaller inlines.
Is it possible to substitute small circle/live bait hooks & dual split rings?
With smaller lures, all that extra weight from extra split rings will affect lure action. I like Owner C'ultiva hooks. Bait Finesse Empire carries them. For the UL Rapalas, you can do a #8 or #6
@@HobieWanKenobi What color(s) are your go-to for clear and for stained water?
@@wsaenotsock9486 I like silver or subtle natural colors for clear water. I like red, gold or bright colors for stained water.
@@HobieWanKenobi What's your IG handle?
@@wsaenotsock9486 @hobie_wan_kenobi_fishing
Can you tell me what lure is the one that appears in the image of the video please?
That's the Creep AIM 46s. I got it from Bait Finesse Empire
How can you see how it’s working a lure if I don’t have camera?
Feel of the rod or, you can have a friend work the lure in clear water and you can watch the lure.
While using an inline single hook, does your hook up chance will decrease?
Hookup will slightly decrease but, you will get snagged on wood and such less.
@@HobieWanKenobi i notice also. Thanks for the reply man.
good video
Thanks for the visit!!! More trout lure videos coming soon.
What is your top favorite baits
Jackson Trout Tune, Meteora 45 and Rapala CD01
What size of inline hook you use for 50s?
#8 most times.
@@HobieWanKenobi i've been using a mustad kaiju #8 and it seems like it's much bigger than the other brands. What hook your using?
@@Kozakana_yt I usually use Owver C'ultiva or Vanfook
@@HobieWanKenobi cool
Why do many of the Japanese fishing wrap their hooks with thread?
It allows the hook to rotate more freely when fighting fish.
do you use braid and a leader or prefer straight fluoro??
I usually use straight mono. If I do use braid, I will use a 4ft-ish leader
@@HobieWanKenobi interesting, why is that? I started with braid and a leader and switched to straight 6lb fluorocarbon as I use little jerkbaits mostly
@@ramboj7924 I use small FC for open water fishing. Sensitive, clear and fishing in wind, slack line sensitivity is key.
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The next few videos are going to be awesome 😎