Hey capt, thanks for the info, new to your channel, I really enjoyed it found it informative. Love the content. Looking forward to watching more of your channel.
I think you guys are great! Congratulations on your new boat. I’m with you on being smart on saving a few bucks on fishing gear. And your suggestions on the slow pitch equipment is to me a great way to go. Excited to follow you guys on your adventures. Richter from Hollywood fl.
Dan I really don't think I could say anything better about this video which I've been really looking forward to. Your fans your awsome fans, said it all. I'm definitely saving this one for reference. Thanks so much! Great video with Your partner in crime by the way. Happy to see you guys killed it out there!!!
Thank you for watching and commenting. This type of video is hard to develop and gets lower views, but I really wanted to help those who are interested in upping their SPJ technique.
Thank you very much for this video I was thinking of buying one or two of these reels but I had my doubts, but after seen your video I will get a couple. Thank you again.
Glad I could help, that is the real reason we started the channel. Let me know how you do and check out our website where we list the gear we use. Done with discounts: floridafishingcouple.com/our-gear
Nice overview! Slow pitch jigging has been my favorite style of fishing for a couple of years now. It's great that more affordable options are now available so that anyone can try it. The high price of gear kept me from trying it when I first saw UA-cam videos of Benny Ortiz catching absolute studs over the years. He was the first guy I saw SPJ in America. Before that it was just Japanese anglers. Their fishery is so pressured they had to find a new way to get bites. Here where I live on the Gulf the hardest part is getting out to 200 ft plus water depth in the Middle Grounds or similar. But: "Everything hits the Jig!" Cheers!
So, I have had a similar experience as you. I also watched the early Bennie Ortiz videos but the gear was so high priced I never got into it. Then a few started selling the gear but it was and is still very high priced. I am thankful I found a way to enjoy the sport for a lot less. Wish I knew about SPJ’ing when we lived in Venice in the gulf side. I bet the grouper are all over the jigs over there. Thanks for watching and commenting.
The thing I like best is the interactivity of jigging. I have never been one to just drop a bait and wait. With jigging you are actively fishing and covering the bottom.
@@FloridaFishingCouple - I went out with my brother and his son Sunday and bagged the biggest Vermilion (red) rockfish of our day on my makeshift SPJ setup. I paired an Avet SXJ and an inexpensive spj rod, worked good but adding a power handle.
Capt.Dan thank you so much for sharing this detailed video, overviewing your system setup and opinions on gear and necessities it was very informative and educational Tight Lines!🤙🏼
Love your new boat! That’s exactly what I’m looking for. Great vid on the rod and reel combos. I’ll probably get two of the same that your using. Keep your lines tight and stay safe.
Hey Capt Dan. Thanks for what both of you do. Thanks for the great info. Now my question is about knots. I know you talked about one knot. But overall what is the best universal knots for all types of fishing? Thanks. Can't wait for your live coming up.
Great question. However no one knot works best for all applications. However, when tying or connecting mono to braid I have found the FG knot to be the thinnest and strongest knot. The double uni knot tends to get hung up or caught on the top guide. Just my .02
I agree, but with the products I’m using you don’t have to sacrifice quality for price. Basically it’s the same shirt without the logo if you get what I mean.
Fantastic video Dan. I love to jig and really want to get into this slow pitch. I am definitely going to order one of those rods and reels. Thanks for explaining all this Dan
Good video Dan, we jig for Walleye in 40-60', just a favorite way to fish. Here the line has to be perfectly vertical, so jig size or using trolling motors will increase strikes 10 to 1.
That sounds like an awesome way to fish for Walleye. We are more effective when we are fishing verticals also but we fish in 200-500 feet of water. Thin-thin braid is the key to getting the jig down deep and fast.
I have been meaning to do something like this for awhile. The problem is this type of video takes a lot to produce and we receive little interest or views. I am very glad you found it informative and useful.
Hey Dan Great info video. I think you and I got interested in this slow pitch craze about the same time. You actually beat me by buying or getting hooked up with goofish rods and that's what led me to buying one. I got the black one with the gomex reel. Just when I got the rig together we ended up moving over to the west coast around crystal river .. I know you and Elizabeth came over for scallops one time so you know it's quite shallow around here so you have to get way off shore to get into deep water which I haven't got to do yet here. So I'm long awaiting to get out and try this. I know it going to be amazing. Thanks again and tight lines. Great video.
So, we used to live near Sarasota on the west coast so in fully understand how far out you have to venture to get in 150 feet of water. I thing red grouper would slam a jig, even in 50 feet of water.
Really glad you enjoyed the “How To” video. Many UA-camrs stay away from vids like these because they don’t get the views other more action packed videos get. We do them because we want to share what we have learned and continue to learn on our journey. Enjoy!
LETSSSSS GO DAN!!! Great video Dan really beautiful reels man I always thought they was the new shimmanos for the price both rods and reels are a great deal cause we seen it in action here with you
Exactly what I have been saying. I don’t know why the others are sooo expensive. You don’t have to spend a ton of money to get into SPJ’ing. Thanks for the comment.
The Dynamic Duo back at it again. Always a great time whether you catch or not. Good stuff mon 👍 That's a nice hoo you guys landed. We carry a small wooden club and hit them hard between the eyes on the head - instant lights out. Good to know those Rapala lures work. I have a few of them but never got the chance to use them as they guys I go with are old school and use tied ballyhoo baits. Did you find any alien looking parasites (trematodes) in the stomach? If I saw correctly, when you crimp your line, leave a small part outside the crimp; less likely for your line to slip through the crimp. That's what I've been told and have always done mine that way. But if yours works, don't fix it 😆 Love the sound of your 300 twins (sounds just like mine) nothing better than that other than the sound of line peeling off the reel 🤙 Just a gentle reminder to get the specs off your props - trying to get a baseline in order to get better stern lift. I too have Dexter fillet knives. To keep them sharp, I use the Chef's Choice 120 shaper after every use. Slices through fish like melted butter. You could also try Danco fillet knives. They are out of Stuart, FL. I have their Pro Series. They just came out with their Lunar-I series which is made out of Swedish Sandvik steel which is supposed to be harder and keeps the edge longer. I will be getting a set of those at some point. There's another Chef's Choice Trizor 15XV which puts a 15° edge on your knife. I have one of those also but haven't used it yet. The 120 (20°angle) has been working really well for me. Thanks for the recipe, I'll have to try it at some point. Like him, I'll take the tofu out. Not my thing and I'm an oriental, actually a disoriental 😂 If I ever meet you guys in person, I'll s'plain it to you. I'm apologizing now for the long comment 🤷😎 Cheers mon 🥃
Good news! We should be pulling the boat out of the water next week to get her serviced and wrapped so I will get the prop specs to you then. Love the comments!
@@FloridaFishingCouple Maintenance is crucial 🤙 You take care of her, she'll take care of you. Awesome. Standing by. Hope you got some good info from my comments 👍 Cheers
The honest truth!! Thanks for sharing!! So...guess what I am doing at this very moment...as I am in serious need of two new good rods. You'll only hear from me if I'm 'disappointed!'
Nice to the point presentation. I got into the game about a year ago & found the Gomexus reel along with a Goture rod that have worked well on the party boats I frequent in the Tampa area. The price point at that time on Amazon was well below $300 for the pair.
Yes it is most definitely a large investment I would just buy and I did buy just the jigs and I will just use them on my standard gear I would like to have a spiral wrapped rod one of these days are you gonna be doing a giveaway on those
After watching you with yours I bought a Goofish rod set up but have yet to get to use it. Living in Ohio we only get down to the gulf maybe twice and have hit bad weather wind the last couple of times!
That was a fantastic and informative video capt dan. How much of a mono leader are you using ? Do you use the FG knot because you have a longer leader and reel it In easier than a double uni knot? I did notice the goofish rods have smaller eyelets. Also they have that spiral eyes on the rod vs straight. I can’t wait to get the smaller set up
I use about 25 foot of leader tied to the braid with an FG knot because it is a very slim knot that wound get hung up on the rod guides when retrieved. SPG rods have very small guides and are acid wrapped. The uni knot gets hung up on retrieve.
Hey Dan love the vid. Lots of great info. Question I had was the hooks? What size do you use, and do you change them up for different weight jig or fish targeted?
New subscriber here ! Awesome simple explanation . I totally agree with medium priced quality proven product over extremely expensive unless you’re fishing 3 times a week. If time after time you’re are looking for a fishing partner let me know. I come to Miami area frequently and have my fishing gear.
thanks for this video. you are an inspiration when it comes to slow pitch jigging...followed your progress!!i purchased the very expensive Shimano slow pitch jigging reel...its awesome but handle on the right side....doesnt work for me...will buy the Gomex left hand instead. keep up the good work
Yup, I did the same thing. Looking for someone to sell my right handed Shimano Torium to - any takers out there? Maybe just give it away at the livestream. 😀 Glad you enjoy the videos and SPJ’ing.
They both serve different purposes. The smaller one is much lighter and can fish just as well as the larger one but the larger one has more line capacity. I think the better question is what id the depth of water you are fishing and what is your target species?
Great video Dan. Just one question. I do a lot of snook and tarpon fishing. Love the reels do you think they would work in that type of fishing. Again great content And Happy Thanksgiving. To you and your family. And to all subscribers.
Hey Dan! Nice explanation of your equipment and sources. However, the jig supply co just doesn't come up when I search for it or enter the web address you gave. Is it correct? Thx
Hey Dan, I see you have the left spiraling with the left handed reel. How is that with the torque when reeling? How well does the work with twist? Wondering if you went right spiraling if it would even out the twist more? About to buy a setup. Thanks.
There are different theories I have read about the left and right spiral rod. Some say the spiral should go to the side of the reel handle and others claim the spiral should go on the opposite side of the handle. I have tried it both ways and see no difference. The idea of the spiral is to keep the line from ever touching the rod when fighting a fish. It seems to work both ways for me.
Thank you and Merry Christmas!! I've started my novice slow pitch journey. Is there a certain depth that this technique will not be recommended? I've not been very successful in 40ft to 60ft range.
? If you reel with your left hand with a spinning reel which slow pitch reel should I use a right handed reel or left handed reel do I treat it like a bait caster reel
I treat it like I would a spinning cast setup - the reason is my right hand is dominant, so I hold the rod with my right and “work” the jig, while I reel with my left hand.
I’m not sure - think I will talk with him this week about that and see what we can come up with regarding a drawing or contest of some kind. What do you think a day out fishing with both of us could look like?
@@FloridaFishingCouple well we have spoken a couple times through email and stuff before I live in Phx, I fish out of San Diego a bunch. But the slow pitch jigging hasnt really taken off there I currently have 2 set ups and I bring them whenever I go fishing. But to date I haven’t really caught ideal species. I just want to fish and see what goes into making the videos honestly I really want to start making videos when I go out myself. But I mean I’m into any kind of fishing. Though I prefer more action, like if a spot doesn’t produce let’s move to either another wreck or do something else. Could be from getting bait to hitting the jumps then move into the reefs and wrecks for some bottom fishing. Maybe end up at your guys fav spot the lazy lobster for a great meal with the days catch…
Hey Dan, I am in Virginia Beach and just getting into slow pitch., The water is not that deep here but I want to try slow pitching. Sixty foot is about it. Is it possible to jig in depths this shallow effectively? What size jig would you recommend?
Yes absolutely! You could get the GooFish Pink rod (rated for smaller jigs) and line your reel with 15 or 20 LB braid. The jigs could be 40 to 100 grams depending on current. Not sure what type of fish you have in Virginia but maybe Striped Bass, Blackfish on the bottom, Bluefish?
@@Glory-Days-Fishing On the acid wrapped model the guides spiral right or left - on yours the guides are probably straight. No problem you can jig with that rod as well. Spiral wrapping is specific to slow pitch jigging.
The reels have been great. Check out the recent video about the latest release of the updated model. I just caught and tested it recently. Here is the video: ua-cam.com/video/1PZTjkIJHYM/v-deo.htmlsi=tN3dnUVwXcHQKj7u
Reason i'm asking is i'm in the process of buying several Slow pitch jigging rods for different ranges of water that i'm gonna be fishing in here in the gulf coast out of galveston for yft & blk fin tuna from 90 -800ft of water. So really trying to see what other successful people have used. The 2 rods. im really looking at tokayo spj sg3 from Japan 800 grm max rod and a 500gm max game type slow j from shimano. I was just curious. Thanks again. I love Heiko's and yalls fishing channels. I have learned so much from yall thanks!
@@FloridaFishingCouple we hear you great when you hold the phone just not when you’re filming farther away. We’re so excited I turned on closed caption. Lol
You really need to try some other SPJ rods. Goofish rods get the job done...but DO NOT have as good of action as other more expensive rods. You obviously have no experience with anything else. You mentioned you tried a Shimano rod. Let me guess...you tried a Shimano Grappler SPJ rod. That is also an entry level rod. Also....those Gomexus reels have no drag curve. It's 0 to 100% which can cause you to lose fish.
Hey, I’m open to suggestions and willing to try different types of rods but I seriously do not see any reason to spend hundreds more on a rod especially if you are just getting into the sport. My experience is limited for sure but I haven’t lost any fish because of rod failure and you can’t beat the price.
@@FloridaFishingCouple Thanks Dan. I totally agree that you can get the job done with just about anything. I fished with Goofish and a bunch of other cheap rods from Aliexpress when I first started with SPJ five years ago. I have since fished many different rods from different MFGs. Temple Reef, NLO, and Shimano. I now fish rods from Evergreen and Garage Nagi that are made in Japan. The "nicer" rods are lighter and require less energy to pitch the jig. They are very expensive and I would not recommend them to a beginner. I think your current setup is fine for a starter rig...but to say it's as good as anything else is just not true. Keep the SPJ videos coming though!!!!!
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I kept thinking "careful!" when you were demonstrating slow pitch jigging under that ceiling fan. Totally interesting video!
Ok, that’s very funny because I cannot tell you how many times I have gotten a rod tangled in that damn fan! 😅😂😅
Awesome video Captain Dan fine haircut too slow pitch jigging definitely need some good equipment like you Captain Dan🐟👍😎🇺🇲
Ha! Elizabeth will like your comment. She is the one who cuts my hair!
Thanks for this video, I've been curious about slow pitch jigging gear.
Perfect! So glad you enjoyed watching. We are continuing to learn every time we go out.
Hey capt, thanks for the info, new to your channel, I really enjoyed it found it informative. Love the content. Looking forward to watching more of your channel.
Always love and welcome new subscribers! Thanks for “Following Us!”
Thank you for this video. Gonna save a lot of money on my setup. I reel with my left aswell.
That makes us very happy. It’s the reason we started the channel!
I think you guys are great! Congratulations on your new boat. I’m with you on being smart on saving a few bucks on fishing gear. And your suggestions on the slow pitch equipment is to me a great way to go. Excited to follow you guys on your adventures. Richter from Hollywood fl.
We love Hollywood, FL. Did some snorkeling and diving right off the beach over there. Thanks for “Following Us!”
This summer im taking my boat to the keys may be see you there!
You just might see us when you come this summer!
Appreciate all of the content!! Imboriginally a Northeast guy and your channel has taught me a lot about fishing here in FL.
Thanks! I am also a NE guy who had to learn how to fish in Florida. Way different than from up north.
Dan I really don't think I could say anything better about this video which I've been really looking forward to. Your fans your awsome fans, said it all. I'm definitely saving this one for reference. Thanks so much! Great video with Your partner in crime by the way. Happy to see you guys killed it out there!!!
Thanks Robert, looking forward to our next adventure. Really appreciate your support of the channel.
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Awesome info dude
Thanks!
Informative and helpful....thanks for taking the time to do the video.
Thank you for watching and commenting. This type of video is hard to develop and gets lower views, but I really wanted to help those who are interested in upping their SPJ technique.
WOW do you all rock lol love it. I love that blue set-up Dan thats a great looking combo.
It is my favorite also. Although, the green setup has been awesome also.
Thank you very much for this video I was thinking of buying one or two of these reels but I had my doubts, but after seen your video I will get a couple. Thank you again.
Glad I could help, that is the real reason we started the channel. Let me know how you do and check out our website where we list the gear we use. Done with discounts: floridafishingcouple.com/our-gear
DANNNN, you got a nice looking rod there bud! 😂😂😂😂😂🍻💪🔥🤣👀😎🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🐟🐟
Seriously though those to rods you showing here are very nice brother sorry for my strange humor 😅
That’s what she said!!! 🤣😂🤣
No worries, I appreciate the pun!
Nice overview! Slow pitch jigging has been my favorite style of fishing for a couple of years now. It's great that more affordable options are now available so that anyone can try it. The high price of gear kept me from trying it when I first saw UA-cam videos of Benny Ortiz catching absolute studs over the years. He was the first guy I saw SPJ in America. Before that it was just Japanese anglers. Their fishery is so pressured they had to find a new way to get bites. Here where I live on the Gulf the hardest part is getting out to 200 ft plus water depth in the Middle Grounds or similar. But: "Everything hits the Jig!" Cheers!
So, I have had a similar experience as you. I also watched the early Bennie Ortiz videos but the gear was so high priced I never got into it. Then a few started selling the gear but it was and is still very high priced. I am thankful I found a way to enjoy the sport for a lot less. Wish I knew about SPJ’ing when we lived in Venice in the gulf side. I bet the grouper are all over the jigs over there. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I have never jigged but it looks exciting
It is a lot of fun and a very interactive way of fishing.
Very good video iam from Trinidad and Tobago I appreciate your time and experience you share with us keep up the good work
Thanks for watching! We really appreciate your patronage!
Great explanation on the slow pitch jigging type of fishing. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful! We try to share all the knowledge we learn from other anglers down here. Thanks for the support!
Great demonstration video Dan. I have always liked bottom fishing the best. Very nice rod & reel setup. Brian
The thing I like best is the interactivity of jigging. I have never been one to just drop a bait and wait. With jigging you are actively fishing and covering the bottom.
Thank you Dan, I caught a Wahoo once slow pitch jigging. My fishing buddies could not believe it. Great , very informative.
Man, that is my dream, to catch a Wahoo on a jig. Great story Douglas.
Great vid. Just getting started with SPJ in southern Calif. thanks for the info!
Keep us posted and let us know how you are coming along with the SPJ in Cali. 👍
@@FloridaFishingCouple - I went out with my brother and his son Sunday and bagged the biggest Vermilion (red) rockfish of our day on my makeshift SPJ setup. I paired an Avet SXJ and an inexpensive spj rod, worked good but adding a power handle.
@@seayafishing : very exciting! You never know what you may catch with the jig!
Thank you for the information. Your videos are always great. Thank you for sharing with us.
Thank you for the positive feedback and support!
Capt.Dan thank you so much for sharing this detailed video, overviewing your system setup and opinions on gear and necessities it was very informative and educational
Tight Lines!🤙🏼
Thanks Adrian, appreciate the comment.
Love your new boat! That’s exactly what I’m looking for. Great vid on the rod and reel combos. I’ll probably get two of the same that your using. Keep your lines tight and stay safe.
Find the rods and reels on our website for info and comparison shopping. GooFish has a discount code.
floridafishingcouple.com/our-gear
Great video! Thanks for sharing. This is definitely something I'm interested in. Good information.
I feel good about that. We usually don’t do as well with instructional videos but this one needed to be done. Thanks for the positive feedback.
Happy Thansgiving to both of you Elizabeth and "Broski" Dan.
Thank you Capn Steve!
Love it ♥️♥️♥️
Hey guys, thanks for watching!
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Thanks for the information Dan itwill be a big help for me have a good time fishing when you go catcha on the next video .
Thanks Tina!
Hey Capt Dan. Thanks for what both of you do. Thanks for the great info. Now my question is about knots. I know you talked about one knot. But overall what is the best universal knots for all types of fishing? Thanks. Can't wait for your live coming up.
Great question. However no one knot works best for all applications. However, when tying or connecting mono to braid I have found the FG knot to be the thinnest and strongest knot. The double uni knot tends to get hung up or caught on the top guide. Just my .02
Great video Dan! Very informative, not everyone has a blank check to buy quality gear
I agree, but with the products I’m using you don’t have to sacrifice quality for price. Basically it’s the same shirt without the logo if you get what I mean.
Great video!!!! Thanks for sharing all the information!!!! Much appreciated!!! Tight Lines!!!!
Thanks Thomas. We tried to cover all the basics in that video.
Great info Dan. Thanks so much. BTW great looking outdoor kitchen
Thanks Gman. We had it built after hurricane Irma took out the last one.
Very cool 😎
Thank you!!
Fantastic video Dan. I love to jig and really want to get into this slow pitch. I am definitely going to order one of those rods and reels.
Thanks for explaining all this Dan
Thanks John, there is a discount code from GooFish on our website if you are going to order them here:
floridafishingcouple.com/our-gear
@@FloridaFishingCouple purchase complete! Thanks Dan and thanks for the discount code!!
Thanks Dan. Will be checking out the gear online.
Awesome, thanks Lance.
Good video Dan, we jig for Walleye in 40-60', just a favorite way to fish. Here the line has to be perfectly vertical, so jig size or using trolling motors will increase strikes 10 to 1.
That sounds like an awesome way to fish for Walleye. We are more effective when we are fishing verticals also but we fish in 200-500 feet of water. Thin-thin braid is the key to getting the jig down deep and fast.
Thanks Dan
This is an awesome video. Thanks for sharing
I have been meaning to do something like this for awhile. The problem is this type of video takes a lot to produce and we receive little interest or views. I am very glad you found it informative and useful.
Awesome vid, thanks Dan !!
More slow pitch videos to come. It has been my new passion recently. Glad you enjoyed the video!
Like your style buddy 🤙🏽
Thanks! 😎
Great video. Thanks for all the great info.
We really enjoy putting out videos that help people get better results based on what we have learned.
Thanks Dan! Great video. I’ll email you pics of the boat with the new Deck-it asap.. ❤
Where do you get the Deck-it? I’d like to put some on my trans one area to stop from slipping on it when we get back on the boat after diving.
Great video Dan. Very informative and I’m very excited to get out and try out some of this gear after it arrives.
Definitely let me know how you do.
Hey Dan
Great info video. I think you and I got interested in this slow pitch craze about the same time. You actually beat me by buying or getting hooked up with goofish rods and that's what led me to buying one. I got the black one with the gomex reel. Just when I got the rig together we ended up moving over to the west coast around crystal river .. I know you and Elizabeth came over for scallops one time so you know it's quite shallow around here so you have to get way off shore to get into deep water which I haven't got to do yet here. So I'm long awaiting to get out and try this. I know it going to be amazing.
Thanks again and tight lines.
Great video.
So, we used to live near Sarasota on the west coast so in fully understand how far out you have to venture to get in 150 feet of water. I thing red grouper would slam a jig, even in 50 feet of water.
thanks for sharing capt Dan definitely want to start trying this off key largo
It has really been working for us lately and you can tell by the videos.
Great vid maybe your best to date. Wish more tubers would do these how to especially the rigging!
Really glad you enjoyed the “How To” video. Many UA-camrs stay away from vids like these because they don’t get the views other more action packed videos get. We do them because we want to share what we have learned and continue to learn on our journey. Enjoy!
LETSSSSS GO DAN!!!
Great video Dan really beautiful reels man I always thought they was the new shimmanos for the price both rods and reels are a great deal cause we seen it in action here with you
Exactly what I have been saying. I don’t know why the others are sooo expensive. You don’t have to spend a ton of money to get into SPJ’ing. Thanks for the comment.
I got that blue set up like you. Nice reel. Invest in a wireless mic. Cheap on Amazon......Wind is stepping on your audio.
I agree with the wireless mic setup. Tried one before but is was a PITA to hook up and use. Will look for a better setup. Thanks!
The Dynamic Duo back at it again. Always a great time whether you catch or not. Good stuff mon 👍
That's a nice hoo you guys landed. We carry a small wooden club and hit them hard between the eyes on the head - instant lights out. Good to know those Rapala lures work. I have a few of them but never got the chance to use them as they guys I go with are old school and use tied ballyhoo baits.
Did you find any alien looking parasites (trematodes) in the stomach? If I saw correctly, when you crimp your line, leave a small part outside the crimp; less likely for your line to slip through the crimp. That's what I've been told and have always done mine that way. But if yours works, don't fix it 😆
Love the sound of your 300 twins (sounds just like mine) nothing better than that other than the sound of line peeling off the reel 🤙 Just a gentle reminder to get the specs off your props - trying to get a baseline in order to get better stern lift.
I too have Dexter fillet knives. To keep them sharp, I use the Chef's Choice 120 shaper after every use. Slices through fish like melted butter. You could also try Danco fillet knives. They are out of Stuart, FL. I have their Pro Series. They just came out with their Lunar-I series which is made out of Swedish Sandvik steel which is supposed to be harder and keeps the edge longer. I will be getting a set of those at some point.
There's another Chef's Choice Trizor 15XV which puts a 15° edge on your knife. I have one of those also but haven't used it yet. The 120 (20°angle) has been working really well for me.
Thanks for the recipe, I'll have to try it at some point. Like him, I'll take the tofu out. Not my thing and I'm an oriental, actually a disoriental 😂 If I ever meet you guys in person, I'll s'plain it to you.
I'm apologizing now for the long comment 🤷😎
Cheers mon 🥃
Good news! We should be pulling the boat out of the water next week to get her serviced and wrapped so I will get the prop specs to you then. Love the comments!
@@FloridaFishingCouple Maintenance is crucial 🤙 You take care of her, she'll take care of you.
Awesome. Standing by.
Hope you got some good info from my comments 👍
Cheers
great info and thanks for keeping it real 💯👍🏼
Thanks Roland!
Blessed Thanksgiving day to you and your family and your friends have a wonderful holiday weekend 😀 😊, love your fishing 🎣 videos.
Thank you so much Billy. We wish you and your family a very blessed Thanksgiving as well.
@@FloridaFishingCouple We (the wife and me),are going to try to have a great day.
Jigging catches everyyhing
Sure seems that way. Gonna start keeping a log of what we catch on the jig.
Good content!
Thanks Ralph, we have been learning and teaching about slow pitch gear for over a year now. Been having great success.
The honest truth!! Thanks for sharing!! So...guess what I am doing at this very moment...as I am in serious need of two new good rods. You'll only hear from me if I'm 'disappointed!'
Did you order rods from GooFish? Are the Ed y for slow pitching? Which ones did you order? Let us know.
Nice to the point presentation. I got into the game about a year ago & found the Gomexus reel along with a Goture rod that have worked well on the party boats I frequent in the Tampa area. The price point at that time on Amazon was well below $300 for the pair.
Did you mean to say “Goture” rods? If so what are they and are they?
@@FloridaFishingCouple Yes, a "Goture" brand rod. Don't know if they are still offered on Amazon.
Awesome video ,thanks
Thank you!
Yes it is most definitely a large investment I would just buy and I did buy just the jigs and I will just use them on my standard gear I would like to have a spiral wrapped rod one of these days are you gonna be doing a giveaway on those
Yes, that is exactly what we are giving away next Sunday. Make sure you enter the livestream giveaway!!!
After watching you with yours I bought a Goofish rod set up but have yet to get to use it. Living in Ohio we only get down to the gulf maybe twice and have hit bad weather wind the last couple of times!
Looking forward to you getting out and using that rod. Hopefully soon!
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Thanks!
I’m excited for the giveaway
We had a great time!
That was a fantastic and informative video capt dan. How much of a mono leader are you using ? Do you use the FG knot because you have a longer leader and reel it In easier than a double uni knot? I did notice the goofish rods have smaller eyelets. Also they have that spiral eyes on the rod vs straight. I can’t wait to get the smaller set up
I use about 25 foot of leader tied to the braid with an FG knot because it is a very slim knot that wound get hung up on the rod guides when retrieved. SPG rods have very small guides and are acid wrapped. The uni knot gets hung up on retrieve.
Nice set up bud. Can you do a video to show the set up for trolling wahoo 😊
The next video out will be a Wahoo video. The setup might surprise you. Stay tuned.
@@FloridaFishingCouple thanks 🙏 so much I enjoy your videos !!!
Hey Dan love the vid. Lots of great info. Question I had was the hooks? What size do you use, and do you change them up for different weight jig or fish targeted?
Yes the size of the assist hooks change with the size of the jig. Most of the jigs I use are between 200 - 300 grams so I use 5/0 hooks mostly.
New subscriber here ! Awesome simple explanation . I totally agree with medium priced quality proven product over extremely expensive unless you’re fishing 3 times a week. If time after time you’re are looking for a fishing partner let me know. I come to Miami area frequently and have my fishing gear.
Thanks for the sub! We try to provide accurate and relevant info in our videos.
Jigs catch wide variety of fish. But stuff is expensive if you keep losing it.
I found the trick is not to lose it! 🤣😅🤣
thanks for this video. you are an inspiration when it comes to slow pitch jigging...followed your progress!!i purchased the very expensive Shimano slow pitch jigging reel...its awesome but handle on the right side....doesnt work for me...will buy the Gomex left hand instead. keep up the good work
Yup, I did the same thing. Looking for someone to sell my right handed Shimano Torium to - any takers out there? Maybe just give it away at the livestream. 😀 Glad you enjoy the videos and SPJ’ing.
@@FloridaFishingCouple Let me sell mine first ;)
I picked up a Shimano Ocea jigger f custom 2001NRHG left handed from Japan for $340 👀! Beautiful reel
Of the two Gomexus reels that you have , which model do you prefer? And which handle do you like better? Thanks
They both serve different purposes. The smaller one is much lighter and can fish just as well as the larger one but the larger one has more line capacity. I think the better question is what id the depth of water you are fishing and what is your target species?
Great video Dan. Just one question. I do a lot of snook and tarpon fishing. Love the reels do you think they would work in that type of fishing. Again great content And Happy Thanksgiving. To you and your family. And to all subscribers.
I’ve never actually cast with them so I am not sure. SPJ’ing entails dropping straight down and retrieving.
Hey Dan! Nice explanation of your equipment and sources. However, the jig supply co just doesn't come up when I search for it or enter the web address you gave. Is it correct? Thx
Try: jigsupplyco.com/
Hey Dan, I see you have the left spiraling with the left handed reel. How is that with the torque when reeling? How well does the work with twist? Wondering if you went right spiraling if it would even out the twist more? About to buy a setup. Thanks.
There are different theories I have read about the left and right spiral rod. Some say the spiral should go to the side of the reel handle and others claim the spiral should go on the opposite side of the handle. I have tried it both ways and see no difference. The idea of the spiral is to keep the line from ever touching the rod when fighting a fish. It seems to work both ways for me.
Thank you and Merry Christmas!! I've started my novice slow pitch journey. Is there a certain depth that this technique will not be recommended? I've not been very successful in 40ft to 60ft range.
We are typically fishing near structure in the 150 - 300 foot range.
? If you reel with your left hand with a spinning reel which slow pitch reel should I use a right handed reel or left handed reel do I treat it like a bait caster reel
I treat it like I would a spinning cast setup - the reason is my right hand is dominant, so I hold the rod with my right and “work” the jig, while I reel with my left hand.
Thanks for the info Dan!!! How do I get a spot on the boat with you Heiko???
I’m not sure - think I will talk with him this week about that and see what we can come up with regarding a drawing or contest of some kind. What do you think a day out fishing with both of us could look like?
@@FloridaFishingCouple well we have spoken a couple times through email and stuff before I live in Phx, I fish out of San Diego a bunch. But the slow pitch jigging hasnt really taken off there I currently have 2 set ups and I bring them whenever I go fishing. But to date I haven’t really caught ideal species. I just want to fish and see what goes into making the videos honestly I really want to start making videos when I go out myself. But I mean I’m into any kind of fishing. Though I prefer more action, like if a spot doesn’t produce let’s move to either another wreck or do something else. Could be from getting bait to hitting the jumps then move into the reefs and wrecks for some bottom fishing. Maybe end up at your guys fav spot the lazy lobster for a great meal with the days catch…
Sorry capt dan got a little distracted with something in the background there while you were talking 😊
Hahaha! Got it! 😉
Hey Dan, I am in Virginia Beach and just getting into slow pitch., The water is not that deep here but I want to try slow pitching. Sixty foot is about it. Is it possible to jig in depths this shallow effectively? What size jig would you recommend?
Yes absolutely! You could get the GooFish Pink rod (rated for smaller jigs) and line your reel with 15 or 20 LB braid. The jigs could be 40 to 100 grams depending on current. Not sure what type of fish you have in Virginia but maybe Striped Bass, Blackfish on the bottom, Bluefish?
Question, I'm about to push the purchase button on the rod and reel. Is the GOOFISH® Solid Nano 6'6" you are using the casting rods?
Yes, but the Acid wrapped spiral rods.
I ordered the casting straight blue model. What’s the difference 😢
@@Glory-Days-Fishing On the acid wrapped model the guides spiral right or left - on yours the guides are probably straight. No problem you can jig with that rod as well. Spiral wrapping is specific to slow pitch jigging.
Morning sir, how are the reels holding up? Looking to get into slow jigging
The reels have been great. Check out the recent video about the latest release of the updated model. I just caught and tested it recently. Here is the video: ua-cam.com/video/1PZTjkIJHYM/v-deo.htmlsi=tN3dnUVwXcHQKj7u
Here is a new video of the latest version of the Gomexus slow pitch reels:
ua-cam.com/video/1PZTjkIJHYM/v-deo.htmlsi=tN3dnUVwXcHQKj7u
What type of shimano rod did you use that you did not like? im curious.
Did I mention a Shimano rod I didn’t like or was it the price I didn’t like?
Yea, you said you got a shimano and what you found out that it was bulkier and heavier, and you didn't like it at 7min point of your video.
Reason i'm asking is i'm in the process of buying several Slow pitch jigging rods for different ranges of water that i'm gonna be fishing in here in the gulf coast out of galveston for yft & blk fin tuna from 90 -800ft of water. So really trying to see what other successful people have used. The 2 rods. im really looking at tokayo spj sg3 from Japan 800 grm max rod and a 500gm max game type slow j from shimano. I was just curious. Thanks again. I love Heiko's and yalls fishing channels. I have learned so much from yall thanks!
I wish we could hear you , Dan
Sorry Marge, it was real windy that day (which is why I wasn’t fishing) 😀
@@FloridaFishingCouple we hear you great when you hold the phone just not when you’re filming farther away. We’re so excited I turned on closed caption. Lol
You need a mic bud. Can’t hear you even with my volume on full. Plus the wind noise!
Check out some of our latest videos using a wind mic for the GoPro 11.
Disappointed i thought new videos were loaded every Thrusday?
We typically load videos every Sunday.
You really need to try some other SPJ rods. Goofish rods get the job done...but DO NOT have as good of action as other more expensive rods. You obviously have no experience with anything else. You mentioned you tried a Shimano rod. Let me guess...you tried a Shimano Grappler SPJ rod. That is also an entry level rod. Also....those Gomexus reels have no drag curve. It's 0 to 100% which can cause you to lose fish.
Hey, I’m open to suggestions and willing to try different types of rods but I seriously do not see any reason to spend hundreds more on a rod especially if you are just getting into the sport. My experience is limited for sure but I haven’t lost any fish because of rod failure and you can’t beat the price.
@@FloridaFishingCouple Thanks Dan. I totally agree that you can get the job done with just about anything. I fished with Goofish and a bunch of other cheap rods from Aliexpress when I first started with SPJ five years ago. I have since fished many different rods from different MFGs. Temple Reef, NLO, and Shimano. I now fish rods from Evergreen and Garage Nagi that are made in Japan. The "nicer" rods are lighter and require less energy to pitch the jig. They are very expensive and I would not recommend them to a beginner. I think your current setup is fine for a starter rig...but to say it's as good as anything else is just not true. Keep the SPJ videos coming though!!!!!
@@bryantculler3468 Have you used Seafloor Control Rods? I'm just getting into SPJ and already on the lookout for my next rod lol.
Like your stuff but the sounds stinks on this
Yeah, we have been trying different types of audio attachments.
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Thank you.