How To Catch Sheepshead In Residential Canals (Using Artificial Lures)
- By: Joseph Simonds
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If you want a quick and easy way to catch sheepshead, then you’re going to love this.
The weather was rough as a cold front was rolling in, but Luke and I committed to doing a podcast this day, so we had to change up our plans.
We hit the canals right near Luke’s house and pitched crab lures to sheepies.
We didn’t have to crank up the big motor at all, we started fishing as soon as we got in the boat, and we didn’t have to spend time going to get live bait.
And the best news?
We came home with some delicious dinner!
Join us in this live fishing trip as we cruise around canals fishing docks.
This is one of the best ways to catch sheepies!
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Catching Sheepshead On Crab Lures [VIDEO]
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See below to see a list of the gear we were using.
Catching Sheepshead On Crab Lures [PODCAST]
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Here’s the gear we were using:
Reels:
Rods:
- TFO Professional
- Bull Bay Stealth Sniper
Line: Daiwa J-Braid
Leader: 20 lb Ande Mono
Lures:
And here’s a timestamped table of contents from our trip testing out these crab lures for sheepshead:
0:01 – Luke starting it off with a nice sheepshead!
0:35 – Which sheepshead lures we’re using on this trip
2:55 – The weird thing about using crab lures for sheepshead
4:17 – The pros and cons of the Cranka Crab
7:04 – How to sight cast sheepshead on the pilings
9:40 – The close quarters sheepie I landed (and why they’re less skittish under docks than on the flats)
10:48 – Why this type of fishing is so good for when the weather is bad
13:27 – How to increase your hookup ratio when using these lures
15:36 – Dock fishing etiquette
17:41 – How to choose the best docks for catching sheepshead
21:58 – Fishing seawalls for sheepshead
23:38 – Luke’s second keeper sheepshead
29:35 – What not to do when dock fishing for sheepshead
Conclusion
What a fun trip!
On a tough day with bad weather, it’s great to have the opportunity to stay in the canals and catch some dinner.
You don’t need a fancy boat, any extra equipment (besides the crab lures), and you don’t need to spend a lot of money on gas.
You can get the crab lures we were using from our shop here:
Have any questions about catching sheepshead on lures?
Let me know down in the comments!
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Is that Plano the 3600 or the 3700?
When luke is on his own he’s able to give really good insight, but in this video Joseph is constantly talking with random unneeded info, which is quite annoying. Let Luke talk. I had to stop watching after a little bit so I’m sorry if my question was answered in the video.
My question is about when to set the hook with sheeps. I have a real hard time catching em so I must be doing something wrong.
My father says sheep suck the bait in, then spit it out quickly so you have to set the hook right when you feel a tap. But others say to wait for the taps to end and the pull to start before setting. Which is it? Or is it more complicated than that?
Does it depend on the bait? The size is the fish? Other?
Any help would be appreciated!
Johnnie here from Englewood most winters , Covid 19 stopped us Canucks from coming this winter. Just waiting to go fishing for for Crappie and Walleye. My Cottage in on an island. Sure miss u guys . Stay safe Luke and Joe
Nice video as usual. Quick question; If you don’t have a trolling motor can you use your regular engine to keep moving or will the noise spook the fish? Thanks and tight lines!
You should not talk over the other guy as he’s speaking. Rude and annoying. I was listening to him and I will listen to you. Take your turn!!! It will make a more enjoyable video. Let Cody talk. HE sounds like the expert where you are.
have enjoyed many of your live fishing videos, great stuff. And fine camera work by Cody. You guys always ask him for different shots, and he does it. I believe it is time for one of you to grab the camera, turn it around, and let Cody have his moment in the sun! Lets see the man Cody. LOL
So which of the crabs do you think is most productive?
Are the Bull Bay rods med hvy?
How do you tie the crab
Hey Lindsay, a simple loop knot like the Kreh Loop knot is what we use: https://www.saltstrong.com/articles/kreh-loop-leader-to-lure-knot/
It was good, but I had a tough time hearing Luke.