How Do You Rig For Trolling For Kingfish?

How fast should you troll for kingfish?

The boat should be moving forward just fast enough to move the baits and keep the lines apart. One to two knots is fine. It’s not even necessary to keep moving at all times.

What should I troll for kingfish?

English/blue/slimy mackerel, jack mackerel, trevally, koheru (kohe) and kahawai are all great baits, and everyone has their own favourite. We start every day by catching live-bait. Jack mackerel is our staple bait and seem to get bites consistently.

What is the best time to catch kingfish?

Summer
Summer is the best time to target kingfish however they can be caught year round with winter fish tending to be less common but generally larger. Smaller kingfish will often be found around channel markers and wharfs in the warmer summer months.

What is the best lure for kingfish?

The most effective for larger kingfish have been the Nomad Stick bait and popper range. The Nomad Riptide has amazing action and a reputable lure for a large range of pelagics. Sinking hard bodies are the go to when fish are not feeding or pushing bait to the surface.

How far behind the boat should I troll?

Every boat is different and you should make your boat your own study. Proper distance for most boats will be anywhere from 20 feet to 150 feet behind your boat. Whether you have inboard diesel or outboard gas engines, your power dictates the distance you troll your baits and lures.

Should you troll with or against the current?

When in an area with current, troll crosscurrent as opposed to with and/or against the current. Going crosscurrent, you don’t have to worry about how the current is affecting your lure’s or bait’s speed through the water. Plus, fish generally swim into the current.

How do you slow troll for king mackerel?

Try slow trolling around the bait for 15 or 20 minutes. If this doesn’t work, go to the next plan. The Canaveral buoy line provides structure for both baitfish and predators. Slow trolling up one side and down the other of this line, or try zig-zagging across it (stay out of the way of large vessels).

What size hooks for kingfish?

A single chem-sharp offset hook in the 6/0 to 8/0 size range is idea for these fish. Although we have just detailed the effectiveness of fishing with dead baits in certain situations, there is still a place for fishing live baits around these offshore islands and reefs, and that’s for targeting the bigger fish.

How do you catch kingfish from shore?

Sometimes, kingfish will swim closer to shore so you can catch them from a pier. When you’re setting up, attach a light hooked anchor to the end of another heavy fishing rod. Cast the anchor about 50–100 yards (46–91 m) out into the water and slowly reel it back toward you until the hooks catch on something.

How deep do you catch kingfish?

Kingfish can are often found roaming the edge of deep reefs offshore most between 90′ to 150′ of water. They are definitely fun to catch on light tackle where they will make exciting and blistering runs.

What is the best reel for kingfish?

Spinning Reels – kingfish fishing

• PENN Battle III 6000 Spin Reel. Sold out.
• PENN Battle III 8000 Spin Reel. $225. Or 4 payments of $56.25.
• Okuma Avenger 8000 Baitfeeder Spin Reel. $179.99.
• Okuma Avenger 6000 Baitfeeder Spin Reel.
• Okuma Avenger 4000 Baitfeeder Spin Reel. Sold out.
• Daiwa Saltiga High Speed 6500 Spin Reel. $1,399.

What is the best line for trolling?

Monofilament
Monofilament is the best line choice for trolling in most situations, but there are times when low stretch lines have the edge. Because low stretch lines are super thin, they enable trolling lures like crankbaits to pick up significantly more depth compared to monofilament lines of the same break strength.

What speed do you troll for mahi?

between 2 and 9 knots
Mahi Mahi are aggressive fish and will eat fast as well. Professionals tell you to troll for Mahi Mahi between 2 and 9 knots. Try varying speeds until you get a bite, but more importantly be consistent and make sure you keep the boat moving at a steady pace.

What do I need to troll?

Other necessary equipment for trolling are as follows:

1. Rod Holder. Having rod holders set up behind your boat is the best solution for keeping your rods steady throughout the expedition.
2. Depth Rigs.
3. Paravane.
4. Planer Board.
5. Sonar.

How do I attract fish to my boat?

Top Ways to Attract Fish to Your Dock and Lakeshore

1. Use Fish Lights around your lake dock and shoreline area to attract fish.
2. Using aeration in your lake or pond to create a healthy environment for your fish.
3. Create a home for your fish using an old tree placed in your lake.

Where can I find fish when trolling?

There are two things you’ve got to pay attention to when trying to find a good trolling spot. Number one, getting close to your fish. You can do this by either using a sonar to find schooling baitfish, looking out for birds swooping into the water, or tracking down floating weed lines.

Can you troll for kingfish?

For most people, trolling for kingfish involves chucking a lure over the stern of the boat when travelling from A to B and hoping that a kingfish leaps up from the depths and impales itself on the lure hooks. These people are often disappointed and may think that trolling is largely a waste of time.

What is the best speed to troll for king mackerel?

seven to ten knots
There are several methods to lure and catch King mackerel, including straight trolling at seven to ten knots. You can deploy a variety of baits, but popular baits that bring plenty of fish are Spoons, Halco, and Clark.