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The Ultralight Life - Fishing
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I have been fishing seriously for over 20 years and have caught over 300 species of fish! 2 fish have been over 400 pounds, but my passion is light line angling. I am in constant search for the perfect setup and have bought/sold/traded many rods and reels over the years. I have a never ending addiction for technical fishing techniques and high end JDM tackle!
I give honest reviews with no endorsements, with money straight out my pocket. I strive to provide value and education. My goal over time is to learn how to present the best information in the best format. I’ve never uploaded videos or edited anything until 2022/2023 so please join me for the ride as we fish and learn together!
I give honest reviews with no endorsements, with money straight out my pocket. I strive to provide value and education. My goal over time is to learn how to present the best information in the best format. I’ve never uploaded videos or edited anything until 2022/2023 so please join me for the ride as we fish and learn together!
BEST LURES: This 1-2 Punch Saves the Day Any Day! Catch Tons of Fish #ultralightfishing #bfsfishing
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In this video, I highlight two set ups that yield great results. I spill the beans on a system that has caught me thousands of fish.
One set up is a super ultralight spinning rod with 2 pound line featuring the donkey tail Jr soft plastic bait.
Here are the exact specs:
Rod: JDM Shimano Cardiff AX 62XUL-F
Reel: JDM Shimano Soare BB 500
Line: 2lb Trilene XL Smooth Casting
Lure: 1.25g iFish BG jighead and Mule Fishing Donkey Tail Jr
Link for rod: jdmtackleheaven.com/products/shimano-21-cardiff-ax-s62xul-f?_pos=6&_sid=025e15948&_ss=r
Link for jigheads: ifishtackle.com/collections/jigs
This setup catches tons and tons of numbers. I have had more 100+ fish days within a one month period with this bait than any other. When this setup doesn’t seem to produce due to conditions (muddy/windy water) or I am looking for that bigger bite I opt for my second weapon:
Rod: Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse 700c
Reel: JDM Shimano SLX BFS
Line: Varivas Big Trout Nylon 8lb (this line is super thin for 8lb, other lines I would choose 5-6lb). This Varivas line fishes similar to 6lb.
Lure: Berkley Fishing Money Badger Crankbait 1/5oz
Link for Berkley Money Badger: www.tacklewarehouse.com/Berkley_Money_Badger_4_Crankbaits/descpage-BFMB4.html
Link for Megabass Griffon BFS: thehookuptackle.com/products/griffon-sr-x-bfs?variant=43405739098279&_pos=1&_psq=griffon+&_ss=e&_v=1.0
The Berkley Money Badger and the Megabass Griffon BFS Crankbaits have allowed me to go from having a 0 bass day to 20+ in some situations. The same could be said about jdm bfs spinnerbaits like the Evergreen D-Zone, but I seem to catch so many more with the bfs cranks.
This 1-2 punch has saved the day many times for me, and I am sure you will enjoy it as well. You can fish the bfs crankbait in conditions less optimal for the super ultralight presentation and still have a blast on light gear. Most high-pressure lakes do not see a lot of downsized presentations as well to give you an upper hand. Thank you for watching and be sure to like and subscribe if this is up your alley!
In this video, I highlight two set ups that yield great results. I spill the beans on a system that has caught me thousands of fish.
One set up is a super ultralight spinning rod with 2 pound line featuring the donkey tail Jr soft plastic bait.
Here are the exact specs:
Rod: JDM Shimano Cardiff AX 62XUL-F
Reel: JDM Shimano Soare BB 500
Line: 2lb Trilene XL Smooth Casting
Lure: 1.25g iFish BG jighead and Mule Fishing Donkey Tail Jr
Link for rod: jdmtackleheaven.com/products/shimano-21-cardiff-ax-s62xul-f?_pos=6&_sid=025e15948&_ss=r
Link for jigheads: ifishtackle.com/collections/jigs
This setup catches tons and tons of numbers. I have had more 100+ fish days within a one month period with this bait than any other. When this setup doesn’t seem to produce due to conditions (muddy/windy water) or I am looking for that bigger bite I opt for my second weapon:
Rod: Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse 700c
Reel: JDM Shimano SLX BFS
Line: Varivas Big Trout Nylon 8lb (this line is super thin for 8lb, other lines I would choose 5-6lb). This Varivas line fishes similar to 6lb.
Lure: Berkley Fishing Money Badger Crankbait 1/5oz
Link for Berkley Money Badger: www.tacklewarehouse.com/Berkley_Money_Badger_4_Crankbaits/descpage-BFMB4.html
Link for Megabass Griffon BFS: thehookuptackle.com/products/griffon-sr-x-bfs?variant=43405739098279&_pos=1&_psq=griffon+&_ss=e&_v=1.0
The Berkley Money Badger and the Megabass Griffon BFS Crankbaits have allowed me to go from having a 0 bass day to 20+ in some situations. The same could be said about jdm bfs spinnerbaits like the Evergreen D-Zone, but I seem to catch so many more with the bfs cranks.
This 1-2 punch has saved the day many times for me, and I am sure you will enjoy it as well. You can fish the bfs crankbait in conditions less optimal for the super ultralight presentation and still have a blast on light gear. Most high-pressure lakes do not see a lot of downsized presentations as well to give you an upper hand. Thank you for watching and be sure to like and subscribe if this is up your alley!
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I’m curious what your rig looked like. Was it just the magnet? Or did you have split shot or something??
Damn dog your fishing for blue gill don’t take it’s head off with the hook set
Very nice!!!
All i use for my bikes
I never realized how great my childhood was growing up with Barkley lake 400 yards behind my house
I wanted a Vanford 500 so bad, but they remove some of the bearings and other tech to fit the 500 size frame. Ended up with a new Stradic FM 1000 size, it has been great.
I’ve been using that exact rig for over a decade now. Super ultra light, 1” grub, 1/32oz jig head. And have caught slab gills, monster crappie, both large and smallmouth, even a few small stream walleye and a handful of respectable pike. I don’t only fish that rig exclusively, but my smallest ultra light is dedicated to the 1/32 oz jug and it is never far from hand. I’ll often still fish, minnows and shiners under a slip bobber, while casting that jig. However, when it comes to bedding bluegills, nothing will beat fly fishing, size 12 or smaller nymph will often catch gills one after another when they’re even refusing garden worms. I get the idea that when it comes to spawning gill’s you can’t fish too small. I look forward all winter to fly fishing for bedding gills from a float tube late may and early June, absolute favorite season.
I've caught so many fish with those little grubs. Including gobs of nice largemouth. I fish with them whenever conditions allow, first choice always.
Shimano for life!
They are great!
Fingers😮😮
Hi, how do you calculate the backing first on ur spool before putting on 2lb line? I'm trouble with myself bc i have 2lb mono with 109yard but im afraid my spinning reel wont cut for it if i dont put backing first..
I have been ultra light fishing since I was about 8 or 9 ill be 45 soon. I still use this similar set up. I use to use white or a chartreuse grub. One mourning me and my neighbor went in my small boat we tied to a old natural gas well and caught over 100 bass. They were so schooled to that spot that day.
Awesome man!!! I love that to this day this set up is pretty darn hard to beat. So many memories going to random places in a small boat as a kid trying to catch as many species as possible. Ultralight fishing is great
@@TheUltralightLife Yea sure is. I'm trying to get my son into it now.
Thanks for the tips man!
More than welcome! Has produced for me as long as I can remember! Have fun!
Nerd
Yes
Nice combo bud I love dobyns rods but please put cork conditioner on that handle I hate to see them rot
Never sealed em but hear a lot of people doing it as of late. Maybe I should!
Not ally you show the fish in these shorts. That's how they normally work...
Showing the rod bend since I do reviews. Thanks for telling me what to post. Glad you govern the internet 😂. It was a good crappie by the way, recent full length vid. Not like I was trying to hide it just featuring a rod… in the title
Hey mate, recently stumbled across your channel and reviews, great content! I haven't seen any new uploads in a while, hope all is well. Cheers from Australia 👍
Daiwa is the GOAT hands down
For sure!!!
How does the imprimi compare to other jdm rods in terms of sensitivity (despite it being a solid tipped rod)
Hey sorry just saw your other comment. If you want sensitivity go with anything daiwa presso for the money!
@TheUltralightLife no worries I appreciate the reply. Yeah the presso is a beautiful rod, price is alot, but a beautiful rod indeed.
Ive heard the imprimi isnt as sensitive as other jdm rods, how would you compare it?
The iprimi rods are not sensitive at all. Presso line much better all around
I've heard that part of the rod (the gap) referred to as a "spigot", the raw carbon section. It supposed to be that way. As the graphite slowly wears away from repeatedly taking it down and putting it together (thousands of times), it can shorten to the point that the two rod ends will not fully seat. It prolongs the life of the rod. I tend to keep my rods together, so its not an issue. I've heard you can bring it back with dry graphite spray if it gets to bad.
Honest review 👍
Thanks man!!!
anything similar to this with backbone but under 6ft?
I would get the same exact soare ss ajing model but in the shorter length!!! It’s awesome
Have you actually caught a bass off the figure eight?
A few! But not like this with a magdraft.
Check out the bass pro Crappie Maxx Hi-Vis Camo Fishing Line. 4 pound, smooth, no memory, and has a clear 2.5’ leader
I’ll have to check it out!
I’ve been watching all your videos. Beside air ags ultralight rods. Are you using 16lb fluorocarbon on your setups. For example the tatula, zenon, shimano bfs slx ?
Once you go jdm, there’s nothing like it.
Absolutely!!!
Cool!
First cast too!
A little luck haha
What an awesome sequence.
Love it man can’t beat the thrill!
Thank you!!!
How did you find it
livescope sadly
I get your frustration but have fished 30k+ acre lakes growing up my whole life before live scope. This fish would have never been found if it wasn’t for the sonar in deep water. That being said. I beat the bank more than I scope and actually fish about half my trips on a boat with no electronics at all (pelican bass raider)
Love my PBR!
Such an awesome lil rig
Do you prefer this reel/rod combo you are using on this video for the class of fishing you normally do or do you prefer the Air AGS setup?
Great question! The air ags takes the crown for this class no question. I just switch it up from time to time to get a new feel. Will do an updated vid on the air ags because it’s so perfect soon
Just bought the same dobyns rod you using here. Waiting to get the new aldebaran bfs 24 😬
My man knows the Japs know their fishing when it comes to designing rods and reels. Frankly, I prefer Daiwa but this is a top rod. Get your hands on a Daiwa Presso. You won't look back
Hey brother I've watched this video quite a few times I went and purchased the 7' model 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
So glad to hear that!!! How are you liking it?
@@TheUltralightLife awesome I have it paired with a 22 soare 2000 literally feels like a feather I’m thinking bout ordering another I don’t wanna put this thing down lol
Would the abu Garcia Zenón be a good reel for this rod ?
Would be a phenomenal option!!! If you want more budget friendly the tatula 70 has been amazing as well! But the Zenon is top tier! Currently have my Zenon on a similar dobyns rod and it is a dream
yo is that braided line or not
Nope! Nylon (mono)
You shouldn't wind when the clutch is slipping because you'll put twist in the line and cause problems later.
Yes I’m aware. But when running next to no drag on 2lb line it’s inevitable in some scenarios if the fish is over a pound. I still see very little line twist issues fortunately but get what you’re saying.
Nice fish dude I always prefer to hear you conversation with your friend and see you reel than ever see the fish
This short was more on featuring the bend of this rod. Thanks 😂
Really?
Thanks for not showing the fish. Would've really upset me 🙄
This short was more on featuring the bend of this rod. Thanks 😂
Everything's funner with an ultralight
Absolutely!!
🤘🔥
😀👍
Cool😊
Thank you my brother!
Trim her up a bit and get her on top of the water! It’ll go faster if you do that to!!
What weight of jig head do you use?
What reel are you running?
Dude, you gonna wear the drag out
I’m ok with that. It’s set where it needs to be if I hook something big on 2lb line. Anything more a hard run will break. Wear a drag out is a good problem to have in my opinion… very few reels I’ve dogged outside of locked down spinning reels for very large saltwater fish
😂😂😂 lil fish was dragging
@@BubbaGum619 yall love talking about the drag settings but it really just goes to show how many bass you have caught on truly light line. Buy some varivas 2lb line and tie your first knot and holler at me later 👍
What kind of rod and reel did you have on that fish with the big bend in the rod
Fantastic fishing channel!! I subscribed and liked!!!
Thank you so much!!!