Hit the beach from 4am-9am with some good results. High tide was at 645 today. Once daylight hit blues and Spanish were jumping, tried throwing some metal but no joy. First fish was caught around 5am. Grand total 3 sting rays, 3 blues, 4 whiting, 1 yellowtail (I think that's what its called)...

I understand things are HOT at OIB pier, Trout bite is going on using Texas Rattiln Rigs, Kings doing well as so with Black Drum. Is this true elsewhere? Here I am exiled at the foot of the Blue Ridge while the non fishing part of the family uses the house there. Just isn’t fair. I’ll get...

Getting ready for the Sea Mullet (kingfish) here and have been hearing about a "River Rig" in the OBX that is being used for the Sea Mullet and Pomps. Anybody have any info in these? Made with the flourocarbon leaders and have been catching pretty good down there and want to try em up here on...

Anyone have one they like better than the other? Also, best bait when sand fleas aren’t around? I’d like to try for them near Kure Beach this week. Thanks for any advice.

I'm building a 12ft rod so I can reach out a little further. I have a 525 penn mag on a 10 footer that I am happy with , I know there is a penn squall now .. but what else is out there ? Being from the midwest I'm not up on all the reel options. Any input /ideas would be appreciated. thx jjm