Fishing Coalfish on top water!

Fishing coalfish on top water during summer from mid-June to end of August, the Rost fishing camp propose a new way of fishing for coalfish.

Probably one of the most exciting and fun ways is surface fishing:

Fishing Coalfish on top water can be quite technical fishing but very simple as well. Depending on the type of lure you will select. Driving a stick bait through the waves can be tricky and exhausting sometime. That’s why I recommend selecting “prop bait” type lures or hybrid lures like the SHIMANO OCEA BUBBLE DIP 180F or even better the HALCO SKIMSTICK 185MM. This one is already equipped with heavy duty single hooks and I highly recommend that to fish coalfish on top water you only use single hook. It’s safer for your fingers.
The main thing to have successful top water fishing is canvasing the waters with the sonar to detect big
echoes that are not far from the surface. In the 10 meters under the surface do not expect to see clearly the coalfish, they are on hunting mode and passing fast under the sonar. Don’t be afraid to try top water fishing when you see fish as deep as 10 meters, if they are active they will rise to smash your bait. Another technique for locating a top water fishing spot is to observe the birds. Birds tend to gather and move frenetically when bait fish and predators are present. They can easily spot desperate bait fish near the surface and seize the opportunity. Use them to help you to locate the area, but do not try to follow the birds, very often you will end up chasing ghosts as coalfish move fast and do not stand still. These two indicators—bird activity and the presence of
Bait fish—are crucial factors to consider when searching for top water action.

This is when you can pull out the popper, stick bait, etc. Fished exactly the same way as you would fish
in exotic locations, a fast action with a lighter rod will do the trick.
Surface fishing lures are designed to mimic the frantic, erratic movements of injured bait fish on the
water’s surface. Most of the time, a fast, aggressive retrieve will excite the fish, while other times, a
slower, more subtle approach will be more effective.
It’s also important to pay attention to the environment and conditions. In the summer, early morning and late evening are often the best times fishing Coalfish on top water coalfish on the surface, as fish are more likely to be active with low light conditions.

Lastly, patience and persistence are key. Surface fishing can be hit or miss, and there will be times when
the fish are not as responsive. However, the excitement and adrenaline rush when a fish explodes on
your lure make it all worth the effort. Just remember to always cool down excitement and delay your hook set to increase hookup ratio.

Waiting for the surface activity :

Subsurface fishing relies on the same principle of reflection as surface fishing, but it targets fish that are
less likely to engage in surface action.
To be effective, use smaller and lighter soft bait lures retrieved quickly within these depths can also be highly effective for enticing those elusive fish.

Fishing in the subsurface zone is particularly advantageous for targeting fish that are hesitant to strike at
surface lures. As well, this technique offers an excellent alternative to top water fishing, as it allows
anglers to reach fish that are holding deeper in the water column.

Writing this article remind me the answer from the Yankee team one at the question: “why did you come to Rost?” They answered this: “Rost offers a unique mix of both fish species and techniques – where you can mix both top water and jigging styles of fishing”.

Incorporating subsurface techniques into your fishing strategy can significantly enhance your success
rate, especially when targeting black cod in summer. Understanding the behavior and preferences of
your target fish, and adjusting your lure selection and retrieval speed accordingly, can make a substantial
difference in your overall fishing experience.