Best Catfish Cut Bait

We all want to know the best bait for catching Catfish, in the article below, Mark talks about catfish cut bait and cut bait fishing rigs.

Catfish Baits - What is the Right Cut Bait Presentation? 

Catfish have a very tuned sensory system that allows them to taste catfish bait from sometimes 15 ft away. They can smell and taste very small concentrations of your catfish bait when it dissolves in the water and can detect them from some distances away. This is definitely an advantage on any waters where there is a current because the smell and taste drift down stream. It is also a distinct advantage in murky waters where sight is impaired. There are many catfish anglers who prefer prepared baits, and there are many fishing situations where they do work very well but our article today will only concentrate on natural catfish baits.

Cut baits work great as catfish baits in rivers, lakes, ponds, and reservoirs because most catfish such as blue catfish and channel catfish feed on dead fish as part of their diets. Also cut baits work well because they immediately release small particles into the water and create a smell and taste trail for any blue catfish or channel catfish in the area. During the summer flat head catfish will normally only feed on live bait that is near their area such as shad, yellow perch, pan fish and other forage fish in the area, but during the pre-spawn time right after ice out they will feed aggressively on dead catfish bait such as cut bait chucks. An excellent cutbait for blue catfish and channel catfish are oily forage fish such as skipjack herring, and gizzard shad. Mussels also make an excellent catfish bait fresh or seasoned in sour milk for a few days.

There are some basic cut bait fishing rigs that work well for different fishing situations. The types of catfish rigs we will mention are quick hit rigs, three way swivel fishing rigs, a basic slip sinker rig, modified slip sinker rig, and a basic slip bobber fishing rig.

A quick hit fishing rig is used a lot to fish for flat head and blue catfish. To make a quick hit rig you will need two number 2 to 1/0 treble hooks, a three way swivel, and a bell sinker large enough to keep your live bait close to the bottom In shallow water areas a 1/2 ounce will usually work but if you are fishing for blue catfish in current or trying to anchor your catfish bait for flathead catfish you will need much larger bell sinkers typically from 3 ounces to 8 ounces. The size you select will be determined by how large your bait is and how strong the current is.

First tie on the three way swivel to your main fishing line, then tie on a 6 to 24 inch dropper that has your bell sinker attached. Then tie on the quick hit rig to the last open eye on the three way swivel.
To make your quick hit fishing rig tie the lead treble hook on to a 12 to 30 inch leader using an improved clinch knot. Next, tie the second treble hook about 4" away from the lead treble hook using a snell or uni-knot. You will want to use a gizzard shad for your catfish bait in the 8 inch to 10 inch size range. Insert just one of the hooks of the lead treble right behind the shad's head in the upper flesh area. Next insert just one of the hooks of the lead treble behind the dorsal fin in the top flesh area.

To make a standard three way swivel rig first tie your three way swivel to the main line. Next tie your dropper to one of the open leads of the three way swivel. The dropper rig should have a bell sinker 1/2 ounce for shallow water or 3 ounces to 8 ounces if you are using large size catfish baits foe blue catfish and channel catfish. The leader should be 6 to 24 inches long with a 5/0 to 7/0 hook.
To make a basic slip sinker rig slide an egg sinker on your line then tie on a 5/0 to 7/0 hook. Then clamp on a split shot sinker up the line 6 to 24 inches from the hook. This type of slip sinker fishing rig tend to hang up quite often and many fisherman use the modified slip sinker rig instead, because of this reason.

To make a modified slip sinker fishing rig slide a 1/2 to 4ounce bell sinker up the line. Next tie on a two way swivel. The tie on a 6 to 24 inch leader with a 5/0 to 7/0 hook.
Well that concludes my article on catfish baits and fishing rigs. Have a nice day and we wish you the best of luck on your next fishing trip.

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Catfishing Bait Tips How To Catch Bait

Steven reveals some good catfish bait secrets in this article below. I always listen when someone says they have some catfish bait tips for me, so I hope you discover the best bait for catching catfish.

The Best Way to Catch Bait For Catfishing 

Fishing can be a very fun way to spend the weekend with your family. If you decide to buy your bait, it can actually get very expensive. I have found that catching your own bait can save you a lot of money and also bring you a lot of enjoyment!

As I have written about in many of my other articles, my favorite kind of fishing is catfishing. When I am going for the large catfish, I try to use small fish as bait. Perch and goldfish work great! As you have probably already realized, perch are easier to find in the wile than goldfish.

The first step is to have the right equipment to catch small perch. I try to find very small hooks so that the perch can easily fit it in their mouths. It is not required, but generally you want to use very small line to catch perch. If the line is too thick, sometimes the perch sense there is something funny going on. I also like to use a very long fishing pole. Once you go catch bait a few times, you will notice that sometimes you don't even cast the line; you just have to drop it in the water near the bank.

The next step is to find a pond or lake that is filled with perch. I try to find a spot that you will have a bite every 5 seconds or so. When you are setting trot lines especially, you will require quite a few perch, so it is a must to catch them quickly.

The last step is to decide on the right kind of bait. When you think about it, it is kind of funny that you have to decide on the right bait to catch other bait! I like to use worms personally. Once you get used to catching the perch, you will notice that you can catch a whole bucket of perch with one worm.

Catching perch to use as bait when catfishing can be very beneficial and save you a lot of money. I highly suggest using perch and I think you will know why if you follow my advice. Good luck during your next fishing trip!

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Optimize You Catfish Bait!!

A great article from Robbie here, where he explains when using bait fish such as Shad, Herring, or Mullet the oil is the key! All these catfish fishing secrets are going to help you become a master catfisherman! :)

Simple Steps to Make Your Catfish Bait Work Better

When heading out to the local fishing hole, most people never consider how important their catfish bait is. If not properly handled you could be wasting your time trying to catch a fish. Whether fishing from a boat or the bank, the bait is one of the most important things. There are numerous catfish baits available on the market and in the wild. Follow these simple steps to get the most out of your catfish bait and you may just land the big one!

When using bait fish such as Shad, Herring, or Mullet the oil is the key. Always keep these bait fish fresh. If you are using a bait tank, make sure to add some salt to the water. Salt will help keep the scales on the fish and keep them alive longer. If you are using perch or bream for catfish bait, then all you need is a bait tank with a good oxygen source. Game fish will live much longer than bait fish. Even if you are using cut bait it is still best to keep the bait fish alive if you can. Once you cut a live bait fish you still have all of the smell and the fish will bleed very well. When you cut the fish, make sure to try different cuts. For example try just the head on one rod, a filet on another rod, or chunks of fish on another rod. You may also want to have a rod out with live bait on it, you never know what will catch fish on any given day.

If the catfish bait will be put on ice, then you will need some sandwich bags. No matter how you catch your bait, you will want to immediately place them in a sandwich bag and place them on ice. The reason for the bag is to keep any unusual odors off of the bait fish. This method will also keep the baits natural oils from draining off. If bait is easy to catch where you are fishing, then it is best to catch enough to last a couple of hours. This will allow you to have your favorite catfish bait as fresh as possible. Always remember to freshen your catfish bait every thirty minutes or so, in order to keep the freshest bait possible in the water at all times. Catfish can be very picky when it comes to their bait choice sometimes.

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Having The Right Catfishing Bait Is Everything!!!!

Obviously having the right bait makes all the difference when trying to catch catfish. Here Jeremy gives some great tips and advice on using the right bait.

Catfishing Bait: Why It Is Important For Fishing

The most important aspect to fishing for catfish is using the proper catfish bait. Without the correct knowledge or the right type of bait you would just be sitting there all day without a single catch. That is why it is important to choose the perfect bait.
Only then you can be sure of a good deal of catches at the end of the day. You could go to many professional fishermen for their expert opinions on bait. Many anglers like using live bait to catch their fish. They say it seems natural to the fish. Then again, many others prefer to use home-made fish bait to get their catch.

What the pros do
Many fishermen have their own recipe for making homemade catfishing bait. They normally use bread dough as the main ingredient. Dough alone could make nice bait, but it does not always work. You could try adding different essences to it. Try vanilla of maybe the smell of fish. The scent alone will do enough to attract the catfish and make it go for the bait.
You could try a mixture for different things like dough, cut meat, chicken liver etc. to make small chunks and then use them as bait. This works well and catfish bite to it. There are doubts whether it works as well as live bait would, but it is worth a try. If you have positive results, you could try different variations and create your own recipe for homemade catfish bait.
Many anglers advise using cheese as catfishing bait. They say cheese works great for catching large catfish, and it is cost efficient too. Almost all types of cheese work great as catfish bait, but many fishermen swear by cheddar cheese. You can cut chunks of cheese beforehand, and then leave them to dry a little so they will get tough. This will help keep them attached to the hooks for far longer and prevent the catfish from stealing them.

"Stink baits"
Apart from using solid cheese as bait, you could add it to the mixture as well. This is used to make the so-called "stink baits." There are different recipes for different types of stink baits. Though they stink a lot and are harder to use, they can potentially attract larger catfish. Many people like to use these stink baits as you can make it easily at home; it costs less than traditional baits and has good results. You could give it a try. Others like to use simple chicken liver as baits. The problem with livers, though, is that they don't stick to the hook. Dry them first to solve that problem.
You could also use plastic baits, but that might be pushing it. Though catfish are attracted by their sense of smell, they tend to notice the difference between plastic and edible bait. They might not care about the different nuances if you make your own or use some live or "stinky" as your catfishing bait though, so be creative and remember to have fun.

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