Flounder Bytes

By Ronald Tracy

Let me start by saying, I was excited to write this book because it involves the tactics and techniques that I and my friends use to catch flounder. I try to keep the information as simple and practical as possible so anyone can understand and use it when they go fishing. I asked some very knowledgeable captains if they would share what they do to catch these fish consistently and share their tips inside the book with you in no nonsense, practical way.
As a bonus, (because I want you to be successful at catching fish) I added some video links so you can see the techniques I describe in action and learn that they work. For instance, have you ever caught a flounder in under a minute? There is a video link where I show you how I did this using the techniques outlined in this book. I call it “The 1 minute flounder”. In this video clip, (which is the first video clip I ever filmed by myself) I describe what I am doing before I cast out my line. Watch the clip and count the seconds from when the bait hits the water to when I hold the fish and you may be just as amazed as I was when filming the video. And while you are there click the subscribe button and it will inform you when new information is posted. It’s free. Here is a tip, the links work best in the eBook format, you just click on the link and it takes you there, and the eBook format is available on many different reading devices. I have a downloaded copy on my smart phone and it works the way I had envisioned.
Now in this book, I cover the basic tackle and equipment that I like to use because it works very well for the inshore fish that we are after. And yes, I have included a video link that shows you what I look for in the baits and lures that work for me so that you will know what to look for in baits and lures that can work for you. Now manufactures are bringing out new baits and lures all the time, which is part of the reason we spend so much time in the fishing section of our favorite stores... To see what is new and buy what we think will work. This is a section I am considering developing for the Flounder Bytes website so you can keep up on the latest developments in the fishing industry.
You will also find information on the inshore areas including the primary and secondary locations that flounder use at various times of the season to help get you started in the right direction while trying to locate these fish. This book is a fast, easy read and packed with the information, tips and techniques you need to help you get on the fish fast. That is my personal promise to you!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Ronald Tracy
• Release date: Jun 10, 2014
• ISBN: 9780990432111

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Flounder Bytes

by

Ronald Tracy

Copyright © 2014 by Ronald Tracy

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Acknowledgements

This is dedicated to all of my family and friends who persevered with me during the course of writing and photographing the contents of this book. In my quest to help others learn about flounder fishing I was fortunate because help was there for me whenever I asked… and it came in many forms.

I thank God for my family and friends. For all the blessings he has given me in my life, for creating such a diversity of fish, wildlife and ecosystems that enable me to do what I enjoy; fish, write and share my knowledge with others.

To my girl Sherree, I can’t thank you enough for all of your faith, encouragement and help while writing this book. It really means a lot to me.

To my sons Mike, Ron and Greg for all the memorable trips we have shared together and for teaching me to follow my dreams, a heartfelt thank you.

To my good friend and fishing buddy Chuck, with whom I have shared many, many fishing adventures throughout the years, I thank you for your patience and good humor during the course of this endeavor. There will always be a place in my boat for you and hopefully there will be many more fishing adventures in our future.

I owe a very special thank you to my good friend Billy Quinn for the constant supply of hand-tied bucktails and teasers I have used while fishing and photographing for this book.

To my buddy Greg Baker, for putting together my computer system and offering help whenever I need it, even from thousands of miles away. Thank you.

I am grateful to the Captains I have interviewed for sharing some of their knowledge and expertise of flounder fishing and what to look for in good locations and in bait choices.

And I definitely owe my long time friend and saltwater mentor Bill Kephart a very special thank you for all he has taught me throughout the years. Everyone should have the good fortune to have a friend and teacher like Bill.

To my friend Jason for helping with the graphics, computer and film work, thank you.

And to Richie… thanks for being there and helping me see this through.

Contents

Introduction

Stack the Odds in Your Favor

Choosing the Right Bait to Get Started

Choosing the Right Gear

Let’s Go Fishing

Marking Fish Location

Why Spinner-Rigs Are So Effective

Jigs

Teasers

Let the Fish Be Your Guide

Deep-Water Fishing

Targeting Big Flounder

What Captains Have To Say

Ronald Tracy

Glossary

Introduction

A Few Facts about the Summer Flounder

From early May and throughout the summer months one of the most sought after inshore fish species in the North East United States is the summer flounder or fluke. Undoubtedly this fish is a staple