How old is John Skinner fishing?

59
“Do that in the presence of fish that are willing to feed, and you’ll catch some,” says Skinner, 59, a retired software developer and lifelong angler who lives in Greenport on Long Island, New York.

Where does John Skinner fish?

He holds the current New York State false albacore record. When not plying the beaches, he can often be found fishing from his kayak, or Scuba diving in Long Island Sound.

Who is John Skinner?

John Skinner is a fishing author, lecturer, and videographer. He fishes from surf, boat, and kayak and is based in the Northeast US and SW Florida.

What reel does John Skinner use?

the Accurist
John Skinner has been fishing the Accurist for over a decade and loves it because is perfect for shallow water jigging. Pair it up with a Tsunami Classic Casting Rod and you can bounce bucktails and catch a lot of fluke! If you are a fluke angler you’ve probably seen one of John’s videos.

What Rod does John Skinner use for fluke?

John Skinner has been fishing the Accurist for over a decade and loves it because is perfect for shallow water jigging. Pair it up with a Tsunami Classic Casting Rod and you can bounce bucktails and catch a lot of fluke! If you are a fluke angler you’ve probably seen one of John’s videos.

What is a good fluke rod?

Rods from 6 to 7 feet are perfect for this technique, and while 7-foot rods may provide a little extra casting distance, a 6-footer makes it easier to hop the jigs. Rods longer than 7 feet can feel cumbersome, especially on party boats. Rod ratings vary based on the depth.

What size circle hooks for fluke?

Due to the summer flounder’s, large mouth and aggressive nature, 4/0 to 6/0 sized-hooks work well and reduce the risk of gut hooking a fish. Wide gap hooks are most often associated and most popular with summer flounder anglers. At retailers, these hooks are often called fluke hooks.