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mission89
12-17-2016, 03:53 PM
Fished Santa Ana for the 3rd time yesterday. First outing was zero fish and 2nd trip I was able to get one. Decided to try it out one more time and yes, I finally limited out and actually think I cracked my own code to having success here. In reality for me it was just sticking to the basics. I fished power bait with a power worm, Night crawlers and mice tails and got hits on all. I used a short leader and casted out max 20 ft.

I lost 6 fish probably due to bad knots ( it was cold w heavy rain) and I was for the first time using 2lb test. I ended up adjusting my drag, tied better knots and took my time brining them in which was the ticket.

Brewcrafter
12-17-2016, 10:26 PM
Good job sticking with it! Cracking the code is a great feeling!

Marley
12-17-2016, 10:43 PM
2-lb. test, nightcrawlers, fish tight to the shoreline. Boom! Nice job on the limit in less than ideal conditions.

Danny_562
12-18-2016, 10:28 PM
Where in santa ana?
Thanks in advance

mission89
12-18-2016, 10:44 PM
Thanks guys..... And I caught them at Chris' pond on the east side.

briseno09
01-11-2017, 03:21 PM
Did they hit one right after the other? or did you limit out over time?

I always get skunked here. Any tips on set ups for trout? I have 2 lb test, just don't know what's the best way to rig it.

sandtrout
01-16-2017, 04:01 PM
Did they hit one right after the other? or did you limit out over time?

I always get skunked here. Any tips on set ups for trout? I have 2 lb test, just don't know what's the best way to rig it.

PM sent with some hints.

Mr T-rex
01-17-2017, 11:42 AM
Nice good job on the limit! And missed 6 to knots? the bite must've been hot
I have went for the past 2 weeks and this rain is making fishing tough for me. but i can't complain at all