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Old 02-26-2017, 12:19 PM
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Is a cheap cast/throw net ok for bunker/ peanut bunker?... I have no live well, and am not worried about "live bait".. Just want fresh dead peanuts on ice for fluke fishing that don't stink and rot away to nothing as soon as they thaw out like the frozen ones do.. I see them on ebay for about $30 made/imported by south Bend.

Something like this ok for a few dozen peanuts near the harbors?/... Never used one, but would like to start instead of spending $25 on half rotten frozen bait when I go for fluke on my own boat.. bob
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Old 02-26-2017, 04:03 PM
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Should be fine for peanuts to 6" baits. I don't think I'd throw a cheap one at adults though. May not hold up if you bite off more than you can chew.
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Old 02-26-2017, 05:30 PM
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Should be fine for peanuts to 6" baits. I don't think I'd throw a cheap one at adults though. May not hold up if you bite off more than you can chew.
If I get the chance to do any run and gun striper fishing this year, with full size bunker, I would snag as I go.. More concerned about getting fresh peanuts for fluke.. Whats the learning curve to using this type of net?... I am fairly well coordinated, and not spastic, but I AM soon to be 63, and not as fit as i was 25 years ago.. will I be making a tangled mess first few casts?... bob
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Old 02-26-2017, 05:41 PM
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I'm no expert AT ALL. But there are YouTube how tos. I used to practice throwing around an old car tire from a slightly elevated surface. It amazes me how some guys throw the big nets. Def an admirable skill set.
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Old 02-26-2017, 05:47 PM
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There are plenty of YouTube videos you can watch before trying it out.... make sure you watch videos using a similar size net. Trying to throw a 6 foot net with the technique a 10 foot net requires may not go well.

That being said, there are several different techniques used to get the same result; you'll find one that works for you and it shouldn't take more than 15 minutes to get it consistently. I always practice right on the lawn every early spring as a refresher.

I definitely would watch some videos before trying though, if it is totally new to you...
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Old 02-26-2017, 06:16 PM
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Thanks guys.. I will get the net and then practice.. I have some creeks around here to get freshwater bait as well.. its a fortune up here for minnows ....bob
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If you want a net specifically for adult bunker, there are 2 things you need to look for. It needs to have a minimum of 1 inch mesh and 15 pounds of weight. The combination of the larger mesh and heavier weight allows it to sink faster.

You need this for adult bunker since they move a lot faster then peanuts and they are usually in deeper water.
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Old 02-27-2017, 12:16 PM
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If you want a net specifically for adult bunker, there are 2 things you need to look for. It needs to have a minimum of 1 inch mesh and 15 pounds of weight. The combination of the larger mesh and heavier weight allows it to sink faster.

You need this for adult bunker since they move a lot faster then peanuts and they are usually in deeper water.
No Gerry, more interested in "fluke size" bait than adult bunker... If i get a chance this spring/early summer to fish bunker for stripers, I would just snag and drop.. I am not set up to keep big bunker alive... bob
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I dont like throwing a full size net for peanuts because you catch WAY more than you need in one throw.
If your not sure your going to get a net to open, the fitec 5 0r 6 foot with the throw ring is hard to beat.
A throw or two and you have all you will need for a day of fishing.
they throw super easy, and store in a small bucket
and can be thrown in much tighter areas than a 10 footer
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Percy nets in NY. He won't let you leave his yard til you can throw it perfectly!!!! High quality as well!!!
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