Tag: bladed jig

Ep. 28: Cody Smith Returns — Fast-Wind Retrieve & Bladed Baits in Winter

January 24, 2024

Time on the Water

Guest: Cody Smith Hosts: Daniel Dahlin ([FISH]rx), El Charly, Luke Dean (Bait Slingers / Artemis Charters) Cody Smith returns for Episode 28, recorded live on January 23, 2024, about a year after Episode 2. The fast-wind retrieve is no longer just an idea — it’s been tested and producing. This episode focuses on when it…
Ep. 23: Matt Florentino on California Calico, Jerkbaits & Bladed Tackle

August 30, 2023

Time on the Water

Matt Florentino on jerkbait tactics for SoCal calico bass, reading bait in the water column as a trigger cue, and why the bladed jig has been the go-to when fish won’t touch a swim bait.
Ep. 20: Lane Kilian on Local Water, Spinner Baits & Hunting Halibut

June 28, 2023

Time on the Water

Lane Kilian on why the spinner bait bite has been on fire in SoCal harbors, catching halibut on spinners from 40 feet, and how to fish bladed baits more effectively in local structure.