Good mack size for bait - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

taggermike · 03-14-2012, 10:05 AM

The bigger macks, 10-12" let you target larger fish but have thier draw backs, You can't fit many in your bait tank. 1 bite and few sea lion drive byes and you're out of bait. I have rather soft clickers on my reels and the big macks just chrip and run and drive me crazy. Maybe I need a lever drag. And like RK said, match hooks to bait size. You can used up to 7 or 8/0. You can usualy get away with heavier line as well. I worked in the hubbs hatchery for many years and have fed WSB, YT, and Halibut brood stock. They will eat big baits. Mike

oneyedeer · 03-14-2012, 11:50 AM

Thanks xpresso! Bait tank didn't work fishfinder didn't power up hehe lots went wrong but I had lots of fun. The main purpose of the trip was accomplished. RK the only thing that seems to be eating anything was the king size baits. Unfortunately I didn't bring any big hooks but will do the next time.

Like always thanks for the replies tips and feedback! You guys are awesome.

03-14-2012, 10:05 AM	#1
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	The bigger macks, 10-12" let you target larger fish but have thier draw backs, You can't fit many in your bait tank. 1 bite and few sea lion drive byes and you're out of bait. I have rather soft clickers on my reels and the big macks just chrip and run and drive me crazy. Maybe I need a lever drag. And like RK said, match hooks to bait size. You can used up to 7 or 8/0. You can usualy get away with heavier line as well. I worked in the hubbs hatchery for many years and have fed WSB, YT, and Halibut brood stock. They will eat big baits. Mike

03-14-2012, 11:50 AM	#2
oneyedeer Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Orange County, ca Posts: 684	Thanks xpresso! Bait tank didn't work fishfinder didn't power up hehe lots went wrong but I had lots of fun. The main purpose of the trip was accomplished. RK the only thing that seems to be eating anything was the king size baits. Unfortunately I didn't bring any big hooks but will do the next time. Like always thanks for the replies tips and feedback! You guys are awesome.