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Assist Hooks

Assist Hooks

admin April 5, 2025 0

Designers create Assist hooks, often used with jigs, to hang freely and to be lighter than the jig. This configuration increases the hook-up rate by getting into the fish's mouth before it even reaches the jig. These hooks are frequently used for vertical jigging with heavy jigs. The beauty of fishing with assist hooks is they can help reduce fish mortality. It also increases the chances of a safe release

With the Assist hook, no matter where the point penetrates, the hook is securely fastened to the jig. Finally, the assistant offers a smaller probability of pricking in the gills and thus injuring the fish. Compared to the single hook, the assist again has advantages. Of the two most common assist hooks, the single and the double are the most common.

As single ones, which means that every assist hook end up on its own solid ring. Or the double with a single solid ring that has two assist hooks hanging from it. You can use both types but two single assist hooks in one solid ring perform better. This is because of increased joint ability, meaning that they move more freely! Inline singles have the eye in the same plane as (in line with) the hook point. That way they'll hang perfectly in line with the lure, not at a right angle to it. Many experts contend that the ratio of fish landed to fish hooked is better with singles than trebles.

Rigging Assist Hooks

Assist Hooks are rigged with a line or chord that inherently has a strength that will absorb the hit. Common materials including Kevlar and Dyneema that are woven and are available in a variety of strengths and thicknesses to pair with hooks. Monofilament should NEVER be used to make assist hooks because they could be rubbed against structure and you just lost a beautiful jig.

The size hook on the Assist Hook in the Image is a 4/0 and it would not be difficult to imagine a 5/0 on it as well. The hooks I normally use are Live Bait Hook with an eye that is straight up and down with the shank and not inclined. Not to sound corny but fishing with assist hooks can be addictive because larger fish are more inclined to inhale the jig. Hookup rates are increased so you have a better shot at catching the largest fish of the day and winning the jackpot.

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Proberos stick bait, the ultimate fish killer

Jerk Baiting Surf Fish

admin March 22, 2025 0

Injured minnows or other sea creatures caught in the surf are easy prey for predators in the surf. Enter the surface or shallow running stick aka jerk bait. Designed to look like a minnow that's in a lot of trouble, these baits don't disappoint. They are easy targets for predators and are quick to fall victim to fish looking for an easy meal. Jerk Baiting Surf Fish is a blast and triggers explosive strikes in shallow water.

These baits are colorful and with their internal rattler, they alert predatory to their presence. When inhaled, the treble hooks lodge in the fish and don't let go. They are designed to obfuscate themselves using color and clear bodies. Fish looking for them only see a part of the body and attack what they can see and feel. The thumping made by the rattler is a time-worn trick and helps differentiate the bait from the crashing of the waves. The erratic fast action can often trigger fish in ways few other baits can. This is especially true in warmer waters. While jerk baits are great when fish are lethargic, they excite schooling fish out on the hunt.

Jerk Baiting Surf Fish Season

Remember jerk baits are one of the few baits that are truly effective the whole year through. Even during the cold water period, when the fish are more inactive and more vertical in their location, the jerk bait can be an effective tool. Ideally, a spinning reel with a gear ratio from 6:1 to 7:1 is the sweet spot. If you use a reel that's too fast, you run the risk of overpowering the action of your jerk bait by pulling in too much line. As a general rule, clear water calls for natural or transparent jerkbait colors. When fishing more stained water, solid colors and those with a little flash tend to do better.

Since you'll be using jerk baits in the surf, the water will usually be dirty because of the sand but try basing your decision on how clear the sky is. Throwing this bait around wind-blown points, banks or pockets are all great locations during these conditions. Forage is another important factor when throwing a jerk bait. Jerk baits imitate fish such as shad and bluegill, so it's important that bass feed on similar types of forage.

There's a lot more I can say about using jerk baits in the surf so the best advice I can give you is to get out there and try it out. If the fish aren't biting, just remember that is why it's called "fishing" and not "catching". You won't be disappointed.

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Surf Fishing With Poppers

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Just imagine standing in the ocean with the surf rushing past your ankles. Waves crashing, foam everywhere, and the knowledge that fish are all around looking for something to eat. What I know is I'm surf fishing with poppers and the anticipation is about to get the best of me.

This is exactly where I like throwing poppers. Water crashing everywhere and a popper struggling to make its way someplace safe. And WHAM, something inhales your bait and takes off in any direction except towards you. Seeing a fish boil on your bait, exiting the water with their mouth wide open gets your blood pumping. When throwing poppers into the surf, throw the bait out as far as you can and let it tumble in the water. A few sharp jerks when the popper is in smooth water, let it coast in, and be pulled back out with the side should get you bit. Remember to vary the retrieve because what works one day may not work the next. One of my favorite techniques is to stand in knee-deep water

In my surf fishing experiences, you should expect that you have no idea what's going to inhale your bait. And that's part of the excitement. I wouldn't recommend line weight less than 12lb test for mono or 15lb test braid. The reason for this recommendation is halibut can be caught in the surf. They can get big and are mean and will take off for deeper water in an instant. Sharks and rays are also prevalent in the surf. Rays are flat and can hide in extremely shallow surf so prepare your drag accordingly. Sharks will destroy plastic baits so consider yourself lucky if you get it back if a shark inhales it.

Scouting Surf Fishing With Poppers Locations

When preparing to go surf fishing, visit a local shoreline or beach when the tide is low and look for the shallow areas and the deeper holes. These bottom features will be much easier to see at low tide when water levels have dropped with the tide. During low tide, the typical wave builds up and crashes onto the outer bar. During high tide, waves often build without breaking and roll over the outer bar. So it's always better to scout out prime fishing locations on a low tide when the breaking waves make cuts easier to spot. Fish are more active and closer to shore at night, especially predatory species like snook, tarpon, and striped bass. To surf fish safely and effectively: Use glow-in-the-dark lures or attach small lights to your line for better visibility.

When planning a surf fishing session, look for calm conditions with wave heights of 1 to 2 feet, ideally during the incoming tide from two hours before to one hour after high tide. Wear reflective gear for safety.

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Art of Scaling Fish

Art of Scaling Fish

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As a long-time fisherman, the only thought and direction when scaling fish is to ensure you get them all. With that in mind, I went about the job of scaling fish with enthusiasm. Never did I stop to consider whether there was the art of scaling fish or not. The concern was that before the next gutting and cleaning phase, all scales had been removed.

At its core, the type of scales on the fish is the center of the art of scaling fish. Technically, there are 4 types of fish scales. They are placoid, cycloid, ctenoid (pronounced 'ten-oid'), and ganoid. Most bony fish have cycloid scales. Fish with cycloid scales have the same number of scales their entire lives - the scales enlarge to accommodate a fish's growth (scales that are lost to injury will be regrown). Fish scalers make scaling fish easier and contains most of the scales. They find it better than using a knife, fork, or spoon, making kitchen cleanup easier. The scales don't fly around as much, making cleanup even easier.

To process a whole fish, start by determining what you want to do with it. In this lesson, we are preparing a fish to be roasted whole. That means it should have the scales, guts, and gills removed. If you prefer, you can also remove the head. My preference is to remove the head so the fish are not looking at me.

Art of Scaling Fish Considerations

Almost never thought about (for me) are the four categories of fish body shapes. Those shapes are:

  • Fusiform (bullet, or torpedo shape)

  • Depressiform (broad shape and flat top to bottom)

  • Compressiform (tall, thin shape and flat side to side)

  • Vertically flattened shape that is somewhat depressiform (flat top to bottom)

The only true challenge I've confronted over the years of cleaning fish is being able to hold on. To effectively scale a fish, hold it firmly, use the blunt edge of a knife or fish scaler, and scrape away the scales. Moving from the tail towards the head, ensure you rinse off any remaining scales after each side. 

In most cases, the fish scales you are likely to encounter are technically safe to eat, as long as they have been properly cleaned and cooked. However, most people prefer not to eat them due to their unpleasant texture. The potential benefits of eating fish scales are minimal.

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Preserving Freshly Caught Fish

Preserving Freshly Caught Fish

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Fish is an awesome source of healthy protein and is a part of healthy eating. Fishermen work hard to catch fish for the table. Most have their thoughts on the best way to process and preserving freshly caught fish. All post-catch processes involve chilling and/or freezing the catch. The focus here will be on preservation methods from the time the fish is caught until preserved.

There are four major methods of fish preservation and storage, namely: canning, freezing, smoking, and pickling. It is paramount to preserve high-quality fresh fish. Among all types of fresh foods, fish are vulnerable to tissue decomposition, the onset of rancidity, and microbial spoilage. Where you stand to gain more is what happens once the fish is removed from the water until it's refrigerated.

Typically, harvested fish are simply removed from water and left to suffocate to death, unconsidered.  Because fish cannot breathe out of water, it will eventually die due to oxygen deprivation. However, death caused by passive suffocation stresses a fish. This stress coupled with inadequate temperature and holding protocols, robs the consumer of the full range of expression for an individual fish. Put simply, stress has a smell, and that smell stinks. Ice is the key to fresh-tasting fish.

Pack cleaned fish in a cooler of one pound of crushed ice for every two pounds of fish. Fish held at refrigeration temperatures of 40 degrees F or lower may have a shelf life of up to three days depending on refrigerator temperature and original fish quality.

Tested Preserving Freshly Caught Fish Technique

A traditional technique used by Japanese fishermen is called Ike Jime. This process is said to reduce the stress of a newly caught fish that is struggling to breathe out of the water. When this happens, fish trigger organs that inject substances that taint the meat.

This method involves severing nerves that trigger organs to do what they're supposed to do. Once severed, gutting and putting the fish on ice yields meat as fresh as when the fish was living. The tool used is called a "fish spike", "Brain Spike", or part of a "Ike Jime Kit". There are several iterations of these devices and they do address the issue of meat taint. Once home, store fish in the coldest part of the refrigerator, ideally at temperatures below 40°F (4°C). Ice: Place fish on a bed of ice in a shallow pan, allowing melted water to drain away. This keeps fish at a low temperature. Preparation: Clean and gut the fish before freezing.

Where this process is most widely practiced is in sushi, sashimi, and their derivatives preparation. Ike Jime is said to render the highest quality fish and may not fit the model of commercial or recreational fishermen. There are many species that require rapid gutting, bleeding, and chilling as fast as possible. Many sport boats have freezers that chill "prime" species to maintain freshness. In most cases, they drop the fish live into the freezer where it dies and is later removed and fileted. To reduce fish spoilage, prioritize immediate chilling (ideally with ice), and proper storage (refrigeration or freezing), and consider preservation techniques like salting, drying, smoking, or canning.

There are fish that do not necessarily taste good. Perhaps if they are processed differently before being tossed into the cooler they may make better table fare.

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Knife Jig Fishing

Knife Jig Fishing

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When out on the Pacific Ocean, one of my favorite baits of choice and methods is knife jig fishing. When fishing deep spots at and around the islands, these jigs seem to buck the current. While heading through the water column knife jigs allow for yo-yo fishing. Rockfish hold in rocky areas, under outcroppings, and migratory species are looking for a quick meal. All are good possibilities when using knife jigs.

When fishing knife jigs, boats are just past or directly over rocky areas holding fish. When in the optimal position, the Captain tells fishermen to "let em go". At this point, you release the jig over the side in a free spool until the jig jigs something on the bottom. Ideally, you want to bounce the jig off the bottom or rocks where fish take notice and inhale the bait. A sharp jerk here and there also triggers bites especially when visibility is a problem. Visibility could be a problem down deep during night fishing or heavy overcast. At this point, the boat is drifting across the reef so a constant up and down motion will entice fish to strike. Fishermen catch multiple species using knife jigs during the same drift, showcasing the jigs' versatility.

Fishing Knife Jigs

When knife jig fishing my choice of line is 25-40 pound test monofilament. Fishermen drop knife jigs in or around 100 feet of water, and they must deal with line stretch as a reality. People often use a braided line, but it is harder to break off if your jig gets hung up in the rocks. My choice of mono has a lot to do with what happens if you break jigs off in the rocks. Braided line floats open up the possibility of fouling boat props or entangling marine animals. Any fisherman will tell you they hate losing tackle but accept the risk when fishing jigs.

It's also my preference to use single assist hooks fishing jigs less than 5 ounces. For any jig heavier than that, my recommendation is to use a double assist hook. Rear hooks are not an option because the jig will come in contact with something that may not be a fish. Hooks on the rear of the knife almost guarantee you will lose it.

Knife jigs come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. I do not have a recommendation on what the "best" knife jig or color is but what I do know is they catch fish. Click the button below and see what our tackle store offers.

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Suicide Mission

admin February 8, 2025 0

By definition, it's the willful act of throwing this bait into the drink and expecting it to come back unscathed. A suicide mission is a task so dangerous for the bait used that they are not expected to survive. Undercut banks, eddies, sunken trees, rocks and overhanging trees and bushes protect from the current and water predators.

Cutting to fishing, knowing which lure to choose for the day will decide whether you have a great day or a mediocre day. There are thousands of lures in different sizes and colors, and they all have a place for catching fish. A general term used to apply to any man-made lure used to catch fish, as opposed to using bait.

When you throw live bait in the water, you know it's not coming back in the same shape when cast out, if at all. That's not a suicide mission, that's offering up the bait for sacrifice. Artificials, that's another story. You expect to get them back but accept the risk that you might lose them to an obstruction or a hungry fish. These are all acceptable risks, and artificial baits we offer up the ante as it relates to catching fish. What I've found out is when fish are hungry, they will eat. They will also attack anything that annoys them. These baits are constructed to take a beating and as such, perform well in freshwater and saltwater.

On the surface, you may think some baits are for either freshwater or saltwater. I've thrown these baits in both and have received violent strikes in both environments. Throwing "odd" baits is not a bad idea for catching naturally curious fish looking for their next meal. I once threw a Zara Spook over the top of a kelp forest off the California coast. A very large Calico bass inhaled the bait and proceeded to straighten both treble hooks. Luckily, I got the bass to the net before releasing her (spawner), or she broke off the hooks. As you can imagine, the hooks were replaced with more durable hooks the next time it went into the water......

Suicide Mission Lure Color Selection

In saltwater, red, orange, blue and black work best early in the day. When the sun is bright, switch to white, green and chartreuse. Red, orange and blue are best when the water isn't clear. In freshwater, black suits dark conditions, white gives excellent visibility in stirred and dirty water. Red suits clear, shallow water, while in bright conditions flashy yellow and orange lures work well.

Whatever bait type or color you select, the best part of fishing is getting out on the water. We think baits carefully scrutinized and offered through our store will catch fish. We have tested most baits in our store, caught fish on many, and think you can catch fish using them, too. Click the link below and visit our online tackle store. We're constantly adding new items so if you don't see anything you need we ask you to come back, and come back often.

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Multifunctional Shredder Claws

Multifunctional Shredder Claws

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After slow-cooking large chunks of meat for pulled pork sandwiches, you should have a pair of multifunctional shredder claws nearby. Shredding claws provide the knockout punch even when the meat falls off the bone. Pitmasters pride themselves in tenderizing large chunks of meat and pulling them apart by hand is the reward. The meat is hot and may burn your hands coming off the grill. With claws, getting burned is less likely.

The meat shredder claws can chop BBQ meat to pieces in just a few minutes and open a bottle of beer meanwhile. This will be your favorite BBQ gadget. It can be a chicken shredder or even a great meat shredding claws for pork or beef. Ideally, you should take the meat or chicken to shredding claws immediately after cooking. This is important because as our system correctly separates the fibers, they must “melt” the collagen between them in order for the shredding to occur correctly.

A good rule of thumb is that any thick cut of meat, such as pork chops or lamb shoulder, should rest for 10-15 minutes. Large cuts of meat, such as roast chicken or lamb roast, need more resting time. Let the meat rest for 15-30 minutes, depending on the cooking time and the size of the roast. At this point, you should engage the multifunctional shredder claws.

Using Multifunction Shredder Claws

In addition to shredding meat, meat claws can be used to lift, move, pick up, and carry large cuts of meat, such as roasts or turkeys, while they are still hot. Care should be taken when slicing meat so claws are perfect for keeping meat where you want it while slicing. Most claws are dishwasher safe but always verify if that's appropriate. Clicking the button below will display available claws direct from our store to your door.

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Secured Systems By Design

Secured Systems By Design

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Technology systems are threatened by inside and outside actors. Secured systems by design, allow administrators to sleep comfortably at night. Online retailing has displaced in-store shopping as the method of choice for consumer goods. Computer security, also called cybersecurity, is the protection of computer systems from harm, theft, and unauthorized access. Computer hardware is protected by the same means used to protect other valuable or sensitive equipment—namely, serial numbers, doors and locks, and alarms.

Some of the most common risks to the security of a computer include malware infections and phishing attacks. The most egregious attacks were made possible by weak passwords, unpatched software vulnerabilities, and social engineering. Some major risks include data breaches, insider threats, and denial-of-service attacks. By far, the target of hackers is the companies private data.

The book presents the industry's best practices for securing the complete technology stack. The tech stack is divided into pillars and their unique security requirements. Coordinating activities between actors for each pillar is challenging and the book highlights actual experiences performed by the staff responsible for those pillars. The commonality is to provide a system hardened against attacks auditors cannot complain about.

Building Secured Systems By Design

Writing this book was an eye-opening experience. What became obvious is this topic could have been broken up into multiple books. Each vendor's platform in the tech stack has its own expectations requiring admins to take specific guidance. The true value of this book is it provides a roadmap for managing IT systems. The number of pages in the book was capped at 1000 pages.

The link below takes you to a viewer where you can see what gets covered in the book. The book is complete and the real-world examples of actual hacks and their prevention methods highlight errors made by admins.. Also included in the book is a section for retrofitting existing systems. What I observed in the industry is how difficult patching online systems can be and many companies push it off. Pushing off maintenance was the reason systems have been hacked. This is covered in detail and real-live examples have been provided for dealing with his scenario. Please give the book a look, it truly has something for everyone.

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Books Are The Fuel

Knowledge is Power and Books Are the Fuel

admin January 18, 2025 0

Reading daily can be extremely effective in the long term and help your kids learn about the world. Books are the fuel for developing imagination, becoming more empathetic, and enriching their vocabulary. The power of reading is the idea that reading can have many positive effects on a person's life. Those effects include mental stimulation, improved focus, and increased knowledge. Reading can also help people develop empathy, imagination, and critical thinking skills.

There are many studies demonstrating the value of reading to children and exposing them to books from as early an age as you can. Reading helps to develop their vocabulary, their concentration, and their understanding of words and the world around them. This makes reading a superpower. Books have the power to improve your vocabulary by introducing you to new words. The more you read, the more your vocabulary grows, along with your ability to effectively communicate. Additionally, reading improves writing skills by helping the reader understand and learn different writing styles.

Books are the fuel for young and old minds and we all have our favorites. Some we've read multiple times and some only once. Initially, this website was created to provide a place for self-publishers to sell their books. We soon realized a place for selling used books was equally important. What we have created is a place where you can buy and sell books all from the comfort of your home. We actually perform the legwork to get your book into the hands of another person.

Books Are The Fuel

Here are the steps for selling your book:

  1. You purchase space to list your book

  2. You fill out a one page form containing details of your book and email it to us

  3. We verify ISBN, create the ad, and request your approval

  4. Once approved, your books listing is available to the public

  5. When the book sells, we email you a packing slip and you ship your book to the buyer

  6. The seller has 10 days, after which we forward proceeds to you

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