Bait handling ??'S - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

madscientist · 06-26-2006, 11:16 AM

I second that.The towel is definitely a no-no. I don't think you need to be overly careful with bait. As Art says, "they are bait, not pets", but with that said I think you should minimize handling. I grab em right at the back of the gills where I can put a little pressure and not get spiked by the spanish. Good water flow in a bait tank is also key for a long day. the kayatank is wonderful in this regard, will keep a scoop of dines happy as clams for a whole day.

06-26-2006, 11:16 AM	#7
madscientist Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,906	I second that.The towel is definitely a no-no. I don't think you need to be overly careful with bait. As Art says, "they are bait, not pets", but with that said I think you should minimize handling. I grab em right at the back of the gills where I can put a little pressure and not get spiked by the spanish. Good water flow in a bait tank is also key for a long day. the kayatank is wonderful in this regard, will keep a scoop of dines happy as clams for a whole day. __________________