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 Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/28/13 04:03 PM
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So i was wondrin...
What are some tips or hints that would help me have better success while bank fishing for catfish?
I have found out that shad is probably the best bait to use, and while i was in Nebraska, fishing off of the Missouri, i did learn most of the basics, (types of setups, leaders, hooks, rods and reels), but i would still like to improve, and possibly be able to show up my aunt the next time she takes me fishin.
Thanks guys,
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 Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/28/13 05:29 PM
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Fish different depths,if u dont get a bit within 30 min move 10 ft can make alot of difference,and get to know the lake your fishing it will play a big role in your success.good luck hope this helpa
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/28/13 05:41 PM
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move along the shoreline? or move the bait farther out?
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/28/13 05:50 PM
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Like too stagger mine. 10,20,30,40 yards see if there hitting in a certain area. Usually have one Conventional, for the distance.
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
[Re: Dblaow (Mr Intensity)]
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08/28/13 07:37 PM
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what do you mean by wind blown points?
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/28/13 07:51 PM
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not behind you? well that might explain why I haven't been getting any bites... :|
Thanks for all the info guys, please keep it up!
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/28/13 08:05 PM
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not behind you? well that might explain why I haven't been getting any bites... :|
Thanks for all the info guys, please keep it up! The reason for this is the wind sets in motion the food chain- Winds blow what ever the shad eat and stirs the shallow water, shad come to that wind blown bank to feed on the shad food , feeding fish usually follow the shad- Before I knew this I hated that the wind was blowing into my face and would push the bobber back to me if I was using one, back I to shore- But watch your catch numbers improve when you make this change- The reason you want a "point" is that there is a depth change on either side of the point and fish usually stage there while they feed-they like to have deeper water close to them. When your are trying find shad to use as bait with your cast net the same thoughts apply.
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/29/13 12:31 AM
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not behind you? well that might explain why I haven't been getting any bites... :|
Thanks for all the info guys, please keep it up! The reason for this is the wind sets in motion the food chain- Winds blow what ever the shad eat and stirs the shallow water, shad come to that wind blown bank to feed on the shad food , feeding fish usually follow the shad- Before I knew this I hated that the wind was blowing into my face and would push the bobber back to me if I was using one, back I to shore- But watch your catch numbers improve when you make this change- The reason you want a "point" is that there is a depth change on either side of the point and fish usually stage there while they feed-they like to have deeper water close to them. When your are trying find shad to use as bait with your cast net the same thoughts apply. That's what I wanted to say earlier.. Got caught up at work.  thanks Steve!
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/29/13 01:38 AM
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If the wind is blowing across the point concentrate on the windward side that's where the bait fish stack up.Maybe put one line on the quiet side.
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/29/13 01:46 AM
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What has happed to you does not define who you are-
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/29/13 02:30 AM
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4-Sticks.(Rods).
Place them 'bout 10 yards. apart.
Use 4-different baits.
#1. Fillet of , live cut Perch.
Under4' cork.
#2. Fillet of , Fresh-cut. Shad.;
under a 3-way, rig. 1/2oz. bell
sinker on bottem. 12'', leader, 18'' up.
-Slipp-cork-. @ 3'.
#3. Live-Bait. Bass-Minnow, small perch; (3-4"),
Drifting under a Cork, @ 18".
No light shine. On the water.
Use Lantern. Behind you. " Bout3 yards.
Mayflies come in..
You are in doing good.
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Re: Bank Fishing Basics, (for catfish of course)
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08/29/13 04:18 PM
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So if i am reading this right, #1 Baited with cut perch, and 4' from the bait put a cork? #2 Baited with cut shad, 3 way with a 1/2 oz egg sinker, 18" from main line put a sinker about 3' away from bait? #3 Live bait it, cork 18" awy from Bait? Please let me know if this is right. And thanks!
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