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Captains Andy and Rich
hook up with Captain Skip Jastremski of
Stalker
Sport Fishing Charters (609-231-9611) to
experience a once in a lifetime monster black drum bite out of Cape May.
They catch more than a dozen huge fish to nearly 70lbs on fairly light
tackle. The bite never stops and the fish prove what great fighters
they can be. The
techniques in this show can be used by anyone who targets monster black
drum anywhere in the region. If you have questions about any of the
equipment used during the show, please contact us
or send us a message. |
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Two rod and reel combos were used. The
first combo featured a
Shimano
20N Torsa reel on a
6'6" Trevala rod rated for 50-100lb (model TVC66-MH).
This outfit is typically used for butterfly jigging but, is also a
great outfit for Black Drum. The reel is incredibly powerful an
perfect to dealing with these flat bodied fish in a strong current.
The rod is sensitive enough to show even the softest pickups which
Black Drum are notorious for! The second combo
featured a
Shimano
Torium 20 reel on a
Tallus conventional rod (model
TLC-70MHA). This is a
very versatile conventional outfit and is perfect for nearly all northeast
black drum and striped bass fishing applications when targeting trophy
size fish.
Both outfits were reel loaded with
50lb
Berkley Big Game Braid which is attached to a 5ft length of
50lb Yo-Zuri Disappearing Pink Fluorocarbon leader using a
Mustad Rolling Swivel.
The rig featured a 2-6oz egg sinker threaded above
the swivel. The rig waas completed with an
8/0
Mustad Ultrapoint Beak Bait style hook. This is an incredibly
sharp hook and is the most effective hook when using large live baits,
whole dead baits, or chunk baits. The clam baits soaked in
Mustad
Activate Bait Enhancer which made a big difference when the tide
slowed and the fish became very finicky.
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 The
Frabill net seen on this show
was model 8430 32"x41" PowerCatch Landing Net (Tangle-free weighted –
48” deep). The large mesh size (2”) and hoop size make this the
right net for tuna and black drum. It is also good for big striped bass and cod. The
8435 is also a good choice; it is the same net, but 60” deep. This mesh
has less water resistance than the tangle-free knotless mesh.
Another choice would be model 8425 32"x41" PowerCatch Landing Net
(Tangle-free knotless – 42” deep). The large heavy mesh size (1
3/4”) and hoop size make this a good net for tuna and black drum. It is also good for
big striped bass and cod. More durable than the 8430, the extra water
resistance can make it tougher to handle.
Click here to see
all the different Frabill nets seen on the show! |
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| Cape May, NJ - The
Buckingham Motel
(609-884-4073) Take advantage of Cape May's varied seashore
activities and things to do like dolphin and bird watching, fishing and boat
trips, bicycling and surfing, plus the arts and history, tours, festivals,
theaters and much more....or just relax, on the sparkling white sandy
beaches, with a good book. Walking Distance to Restaurants, Shopping,
Convention Hall, Fishing Areas & Cape May's Historic District. The
best rates at the beach!
Click here to see all the other hotels and marinas throughout the
region seen on the show. |
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 Capt Andy and Capt Rich wear
bibs,
jackets,
shirts, and
shorts from
Old Harbor Outfitters. On their offshore trips they also use
the unique
fighting belts and
tech shorts developed by the fishermen at OHO. They also
offer a huge selection of
fishing bags. The folks at Old Harbor Outfitters have a
complete line of gear that addresses the needs of every inshore and
offshore angler. |
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| All the clothes worn by Capt Andy and Rich
were embroidered by Darla Hall at
Stitches by SWYCE.
This is an embroiderer that caters exclusively to peoples passions!
Be it a fishing vessel, club, event or favorite activity, Stitches by
SWYCE can create the perfect image for shirts, caps, jackets and more. |
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