What is the best bait to use for fluke fishing?

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When it comes to bait, the favorite choice for fishing fluke among anglers universally is squid, either fresh or frozen. Depending on your preference, you may want to cut it into strips or use the whole squid. Other popular choices for fishing fluke are sand eels, killifish, fluke belly, and even minnows.

What is the best time to fish for fluke?

As a rule, during May, June and early July you’ll find the best fluke action at the start of outgoing tides as warmer water from deep inside the bays is pulled out into the main channels, inlets and harbor mouths. During the heat of summer, cooler rising waters generally trigger the bite.

What size hook do you use for fluke?

For bay or shallow-water fishing, go with a size 3/0 or 4/0 octopus, sproat or wide-gap hook. For larger fish, ocean fishing, or live bait, choose a 6/0 or 7/0.

When should I throw a chatterbait?

One of the most popular baits around, the Chatterbait (bladed jig) is consistently winning tournaments left and right across the nation. But just when should you throw it? In short, a Chatterbait should be thrown around submerged Hydrilla, shallow and muddy water, stump fields, and virtually any pre-spawn scenario.

Can you swim a football jig?

Yes, these football jigs can be swam in very close proximity to the bottom, but the best approach is so the jigs rarely touch bottom except when YOU momentarily pause of purposely mend slack line to the jig that allows the jig to sink to seek the bottom in order so you may adjust the depth ABOVE BOTTOM at which you are …

Is fluke fishing better on incoming or outgoing tide?

The best fishing is usually on the start or end of the tide change. On the rising tide, fluke move from deeper channels and holes, and travel toward the top of the structure and shallow edges then head back to the deep on the dropping tide.

What is the biggest fluke ever caught?

Giant Fluke caught by Monica Oswald set world record. [Aug 26] Bradley Beach, N.J, US–Monica Oswald from Neptune City, N.J., caught a 24.3 pounds, 38.25 inches, world record Fluke. Oswald reportedly caught the 38-inch fluke in 50 feet of water using a Spro bucktail with a stinger hook tipped with squid.

What kind of jig to use for Fluke on the water?

Work a bucktail structure jig vertically by bouncing it on a tight line to keep it from snagging between rocks or along wreck edges. It is deadly for fishing rough bottoms. Tip the teaser with a single spearing and the bucktail with a large spearing, strip of squid, or strip bait.

What kind of bait to use on fluke and flounder?

The Sea Strike fluke and flounder bottom rig has a bucktail skirt. It also has beads and a single silver blade to add flash and vibrations into the water. A three-way swivel is used to attach the leader, weight, and mainline. The hooks should be tipped with a fresh scented bait such as squid, Gulp, or minnow.

Who is the flukemaster who teaches the world to fish?

Flukemaster, Gene Jensen, is an avid bass angler who utilizes social media to teach the world to fish. Visit us to watch videos, shop products, and more!

How do you tie a fluke on the water rig?

To Tie: Secure a 3/4- to 3-ounce bucktail to the end of a 36-inch, 30- to 40-pound mono or fluorocarbon leader using a Rapala loop knot. Tie a 3- to 4-inch dropper loop 16 to 20 inches above the bottom bucktail and loop on a teaser or second, lighter bucktail. Attach the rig to the main line via a large barrel swivel.