View Full Version : What water temperture is best
micmechss
04-17-2009, 03:35 PM
What's a good water temperture for crabs to start running?:helpsmilie:
Capt. Dale
04-17-2009, 03:49 PM
Crabs come out of the mud when temps get in the upper 40's.
They begin to grow when the temp hits 59*
They will be begin to show in decent numbers if we can get some warm days and not so cool nights. By the 2-3 week of May those using traps will have the best success.
In the mean time enjoy the Spring Rockfish Fishing!
Burchbeer
04-17-2009, 04:26 PM
It is warm near where I pee. :rolleyes:
BowMovements
04-17-2009, 05:44 PM
It is warm near where I pee. :rolleyes:
Oh Jeeze. Are you drinking right now? LOL:rolleyes:
Burchbeer
04-17-2009, 06:06 PM
Nope. I am going to the bathroom!:cool2:
BowMovements
04-17-2009, 06:13 PM
TMI
topfish1
04-17-2009, 08:29 PM
Crabs come out of the mud when temps get in the upper 40's.
They begin to grow when the temp hits 59*
They will be begin to show in decent numbers if we can get some warm days and not so cool nights. By the 2-3 week of May those using traps will have the best success.
In the mean time enjoy the Spring Rockfish Fishing!
That's funny:thumbup:
I'm sorry.....I know you have an idea as to what's happening... but man that is funny:thumbup: Crabs do this at that and this when this happens....MAN you got it all down:eek2:
I was out today and caught crabs:yes: Not a TON but more than enough.
You guys are funny:))
stingray
04-17-2009, 09:30 PM
More than enough for what?:confused::eek:
topfish1
04-17-2009, 10:04 PM
More than enough for what?:confused::eek:
Not really enough to make money but, more than enough for a meal.
I did sell it, I caught 22lbs of crab today. The shallows are 62* right now, main river 58*......It's gonna be a good year.
micmechss
04-18-2009, 06:48 AM
Thx for the info,can't wait to start crabbing and yes i will be rock fishing this week yippie.i have been using a trot line in the past but some think snoot line is better any thoughts on that
Capt. Dale
04-18-2009, 07:16 AM
Good Job Tony,
I didn't realize the Rivers off the Potomac were that warm.
Keep up the good work!
Capt. Dale
04-19-2009, 10:01 AM
Use the “Search” browser for Snood Lines, over the years this topic has been discussed
thoroughly.
topfish1
04-19-2009, 04:37 PM
Good Job Tony,
I didn't realize the Rivers off the Potomac were that warm.
Keep up the good work!
If this was directed at me.........
This was not the Potomac or a "rivers off the Potomac".....so don't tie my given water temps with the Potomac or "rivers off the Potomac":rolleyes:
Bottom line is, I'm catchin crabs.
stingray
04-19-2009, 05:10 PM
Lighten up Tony. If you don't appreciate Dale's friendly response, then there's nothing left to add.
BTW- if your report would have included a general location, this post would be moot.
harvey52
04-19-2009, 06:39 PM
For us crab trap guys; what depths are best early in the season?
micmechss
04-20-2009, 04:33 AM
Thx Capt Dale for the info
Capt. Dale
04-20-2009, 06:45 AM
It appears the best water temp is where ever my “Old” friend Tony is
Crabbing.
It seems when questions are asked on this board ,one should address the question to Topfish, since his responses are generally directed to the person trying to provide a answer to a question.
I'm sorry Tony but it was not that many years ago you were one who himself was sending b-mails and asking some of us crabbing related questions.
I'm happy to see you were able to learn so much about crabbing in such a short period of time.:eek2:
BowMovements
04-20-2009, 07:31 AM
Geee that brings some words to mind. "You don't sound like you have much experience" Lets see something with a pot... and it calling the kettle black or something like that? Dale there are always some who take offense to everythiing! It seems like I find them all the time. I think I'm getting close to done with these boards! Just gonna read and laugh. I will post if I have some good info for crabbing to try and help but other than that it has become such a waste of time. Good luck to all in the upcoming season! Even you Tony. Safe journey's :-) Lets see how many smart remarks this brings LOL
crabber5
04-20-2009, 11:20 AM
Is this the same "TONY" that was booted off of the board a while ago for his pleasant, positive and delightful behavior?
Fish Slap
04-21-2009, 08:29 PM
I remember the Antman from prior years. Tony the same?:confused: I recall " I will see you real soon":poke1:. CAnt we all just get along. We should help one another out. Just crabbin :chill:Take It Easy
Without pictures, this time of year, it is doubtful. I could claim the same thing. Capt Dale, we all have learned something from the posts of others. Hope to make good use of trotline this year if the crabs are plentiful. Happy crabbing for all of us this year.
crabby and son
04-21-2009, 10:24 PM
A leopard dies with the same spots he is born with........Gary
capt brad
04-23-2009, 02:20 PM
Where's Butthead when you need'em?
Oh! I forgot. Californicating!
Fat Jimmy
04-23-2009, 06:47 PM
Where's Butthead when you need'em?
Oh! I forgot. Californicating!
We've been chasing rock- those crabs will be nice and hungry about the time we get ready. You been fishing Brad?
capt brad
04-23-2009, 07:48 PM
Banging 'em
Leaving Saturday am with the ol' lady and kids in tow.
Fish all day Sat & Sun am.
You want to make the trek we can always use another hand.
Bring your ol lady and kids
we'll be camping @ PLO
call me if your comin'