SF Bay Halibut
California Fishing
May 26, 2023 13:46:09 #
Joystix2
Loc: Santa Rosa, California
Bucky Buckner, The Filets were from the large Butt. I gave the other to my younger bro. Probably Pink from one side and white from the bottom. since it was my first time catching these good fighters I didn't even know about bleeding until I got home and watched youtube videos on how to filet when I also came upon a video about bleeding... Now I do and the next time I will have to do that.. .Does it make a difference in taste?
May 26, 2023 14:33:57 #
May 26, 2023 14:54:00 #
Joystix2 wrote:
Bucky Buckner, The Filets were from the large Butt. I gave the other to my younger bro. Probably Pink from one side and white from the bottom. since it was my first time catching these good fighters I didn't even know about bleeding until I got home and watched youtube videos on how to filet when I also came upon a video about bleeding... Now I do and the next time I will have to do that.. .Does it make a difference in taste?
Yes, bled and iced fish 🐟 taste the best.
May 26, 2023 14:57:00 #
Joystix2 wrote:
Bucky Buckner, The Filets were from the large Butt. I gave the other to my younger bro. Probably Pink from one side and white from the bottom. since it was my first time catching these good fighters I didn't even know about bleeding until I got home and watched youtube videos on how to filet when I also came upon a video about bleeding... Now I do and the next time I will have to do that.. .Does it make a difference in taste?
If I have an ice chest handy, I'll bleed them out before tossing them in.
If I don't, I put them on a stringer when there's no seals around or my dive bag if there are. Sometimes (always with big ones), I'll hogtie them to keep them from thrashing around when I pull them up for long hauls back to the launch. See picture below--bought both at dive shops.
As far as taste goes, it doesn't really matter. When I used to shoot them in the head (spearfishing), I never bled them (didn't want to attack sharks) and some of the meat would pink but turned white when it was cooked.
Since I haven't seen it posted this year, here's an important safety reminder. Do NOT stick your fingers in the 'buts mouth. My dive buddy made this mistake only to be rewarded with a bite that went through his thumbnail and out the other side (plus a tetanus shot).
May 26, 2023 15:05:23 #
NJ219bands wrote:
Yes, bled and iced fish 🐟 taste the best.
For fish that overheat while fighting (e.g. tuna, big stripers, etc), it makes a huge difference.
Since CA halibut usually only give a quick run when first hooked, it doesn't matter all that much. (See my last post just above)
May 26, 2023 15:55:01 #
May 26, 2023 16:05:33 #
May 26, 2023 17:02:07 #
Joystix2 wrote:
Thanks Saw1. Launch out of Oyster Point. I live in Santa Rosa and hit the road around 5. Got on the water about 7:30. I've been following you since I moved up to your neck of the woods. One day you're going to have to show me how to fish for bass
Sounds like a plan. What days do you usually like to go out?
May 26, 2023 20:36:08 #
Joystix2 wrote:
First time ever going for Halibut ever. My kayak has opened so many new fishing opportunities. You just gotta be very careful, have every safety equipment and make sure you check tides, wind and current.
Thats great and great looking Kayak and fish.
May 26, 2023 20:46:48 #
RuffplayOR57
Loc: Klamath Falls, OR
Joystix2 wrote:
First time ever going for Halibut ever. My kayak has opened so many new fishing opportunities. You just gotta be very careful, have every safety equipment and make sure you check tides, wind and current.
Great looking Butts Stix, especially from a Yak!! 👍 What brand are the outriggers? Those look like a top notch setup. Congrats on the catches. Good Luck on your Next outing!
May 27, 2023 10:01:08 #
bucky buckner
Loc: murrells inlet SC
Joystix2 wrote:
Bucky Buckner, The Filets were from the large Butt. I gave the other to my younger bro. Probably Pink from one side and white from the bottom. since it was my first time catching these good fighters I didn't even know about bleeding until I got home and watched youtube videos on how to filet when I also came upon a video about bleeding... Now I do and the next time I will have to do that.. .Does it make a difference in taste?
I've never Eaton Halibut, but bleeding certain fish such as, bluefish, tuna, grouper, among others makes a big difference in taste and color.
May 27, 2023 12:28:26 #
bucky buckner wrote:
I've never Eaton Halibut, but bleeding certain fish such as, bluefish, tuna, grouper, among others makes a big difference in taste and color.
When I can I bleed all my fish, I believe it makes a different in taste
May 27, 2023 13:47:31 #
ranger632 wrote:
When I can I bleed all my fish, I believe it makes a different in taste
Bleed and ice a carp.
May 27, 2023 15:30:46 #
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