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What gear do I need for surf fishing?

by Rhyley Bryan

What gear do I need for surf fishing?

For a typical surf fishing excursion on the beach, you will need the following gear:

  • Saltwater Fishing Rod and Feel.
  • Cast Net.
  • Tackle and Bait.
  • Surf Fishing Rigs (Fish-Finder and Drop)
  • Marine Hook and Rig Holder (for tool organization)
  • Knife.
  • Bait Bucket and Air Pump.
  • Spare Spool of Line.

What’s the best bait for surf fishing?

Baits. Sand Fleas are by far the best bait for surf fishing. You have heard the phrase, “Match the hatch” well, sand fleas are the most common food for fish in the surf. Other things that make good bait are live shrimp, fiddler crabs, and fresh peeled shrimp.

What pound line should I use for surf fishing?

As a general rule, the best pound test for surf fishing ranges between 15 and 20 lbs when using monofilament, and between 30 and 40 lbs when using braided lines.

Is a 6000 reel good for surf fishing?

With that in mind, and based on my own experience and what I see others using, I can comfortably say that 5000-6000 is the optimal range for surf fishing reels. The size 5000-6000 is large enough to hold 300 yards of most lines used for shore fishing.

What is the best tackle for surf fishing?

Sandworms or ragworms are another great bait for surf fishing. Dig your own or buy from your local tackle shop. Good for: rockfish, striped bass, flounder, whiting, blackfish, porgy , sea trout, and surf perch.

Where can I get the best fishing gear?

Cajun 4 Barb Stinger.

  • Sage X Fly Rod.
  • Daiwa Tactical Stickbait Organizers.
  • Lamson Speedster S.
  • Simms G4 Waders.
  • Simms G4 Boots.
  • NRS Chinook OS Fishing PFD.
  • Simms Freestone Fishing Hip Pack.
  • Sunline Power 2C Fluorocarbon.
  • Garmin Force Trolling Motor.

    • What are the best surf casting rods?

    10 Best Surf Rods in 2019 1. Fiblink Surf Spinning Fishing Rod 2. Penn Prevail Surf Fishing Rod 3. Shakespeare Ugly Stick 4. Hurricane Blue Fin Spinning Surf Rod 5. St. Croix Mojo Surf Spinning Rods 6. Tica UGSA Series Surf Spinning Fishing Rod 7. Penn Battalion Surf Spinning Rod 8. Okuma Fishing Graphite Surf Fishing Rod

    What fishing gear do I Need?

    Basic gear includes a fishing rod and reel, a tackle box, line, and some sort of bait. Artificial lures are ready to fish right out of the box. If you fish with organic bait (for example, worms and minnows) you’ll need hooks, sinkers, corks, and swivels, many of which can be stored neatly in film canisters.