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  1. Florida
    I am a from north fl and have fished pcb and sgi my first two times shark fishing with no luck at all, both times were In February with an incoming tide in the evening. I am using frozen mullet as bait and dropping my baits about 150-200yards out. Am I fishing the wrong time of year? Wrong baits?
  2. Inshore Saltwater Fishing
    Call me crazy, but one of my surf fishing goals is to land a King Mackerel from the surf in the DelMarVa. I'm not sure when this madness took hold of me, It could have been when I was a kid in the 70's watching anglers fish for them on Jennette's pier in Nags Head during summer vacations, or...
  3. Rod/Plug/Rig Building
    Hi all, I’m a new member here and new to surf/beach fishing and was hoping for some wisdom. For Christmas this year I was gifted a Daiwa BG 5000 and an Emblem Pro 11’ MH surf rod. I am trying to learn the basics of the rigs, line, etc involved with surf fishing but am having a heck of a time...
  4. Rod/Plug/Rig Building
    Hey all, Im looking for a good surf rod and reel. I live in wisconsin so it wouldn't be used all that much therefore I want something cheap that wont hurt my wallet too bad. Let me know. Also if you guys can give some pointers to surf fishing that would help a-lot. What should I expect to...
  5. Inshore Saltwater Fishing
    Happy waves everyone! I am putting together gear for a startup surf fishing guide business. I'm retired, I love to teach, I love to take others fishing, and I have over 50 fishing experience. I am asking for your opinion on what gear my future clients make life to try. I just ordered two PENN...
  6. Inshore Saltwater Fishing
    Hey all, I am a long time fisherman with a decent amount of surf fishing experience, but am looking for some help in building a new shark combo. I fish primarily around Wilmington, NC but travel often. I have been running Penn Battle combos for a while, which can bring in a good sized blacktip...
  7. North Carolina
    Heading to Avon and staying close to the pier during the start of July. First time heading to that area and have done some decent research, but wanted some input from the experts. Looks like theres some solid structure and holes both on the soundside and up and down the beach, and that Frank and...
  8. Inshore Saltwater Fishing
    How's the fishing from the beach at Assateague during the summer? Also can I get to a good spot on the beach without 4 wheel drive? I do have my beach cart.
  9. North Carolina
    We are heading to the Nags Head area for the first week of July and renting a house on the beach. What's biting in the surf this time of year? I've gathered that this isn't the best time of year for fishing, but I know there has to be a few around. Thanks.
  10. North Carolina
    Looking to head to the cabins on Portsmouth at the end of April. Will spring run have started? I realize a good amount is determined by the temperature changes. What’s the sound side like? Used to fishing Rodanthe/Avon and S. Nags Head. Thanks, I know it’s a little early, but it’s 20...
  11. North Carolina
    I am considering a Penn Squall II15CS for 8nbait/Drum/sharks. If I was lucky enough to hook a tarpon in the surf, would the line capacity be enough to land it? What type (braid or mono) and lb line should be used for tarpon in the surf? I am greatful for any other info on tarpon (hooks, bite...
  12. Florida
    Just moved into the area on the gulf side saw this video. I used a jig head and shrimp and caught a few. Are there another ways to catch them this good?
  13. Florida
    Hey guys, I am a beginner and new to surf fishing, I was planning to fish this beach (pic attached) and I would really appreciate some tips on where to cast, in the pic it looks like there some structure near the shoreline, and I am not sure what they are. This beach is on the east side of...
  14. South Carolina/Georgia
    How is the Surf fishing in the south grand stand? Read that the pompano are starting to show up.
  15. Distance Casting
    A few weeks ago I bought a Avet Mxl g2 5.8 mc anyone know what would be a fitting rod in the $150 Range for Florida surf fishing? Thanks
  16. Inshore Saltwater Fishing
    Ok, might have posted this before but can’t remember. When surf fishing, casting with a sliding weight (Carolina rig) and chunk of bait I’ve had issues with the two separating mid-air and reducing distance. Is that due to my casting technique and not getting enough whip or just general...
  17. Virginia
    Is any of the Norfolk beach decent for surf fishing? Or is it always too crowded with beach goers?
  18. Rod/Plug/Rig Building
    Building mortician rigs but was wondering the preference for the hook part to be snelled, cinch knot or a loop knot. Or does it even matter. thanks in advance Peter
  19. Inshore Saltwater Fishing
    Hi guys, I have been seeing a lot of mullets on the surf pretty close (within 40 feet) and I would like to catch them on my surf rod. I don't have a cast net so I'm pretty much stuck with my rod. Mullets seems to concentrate on the surface and I assume them to be top water feeders. Should I...
  20. Inshore Saltwater Fishing
    It's been a while since I bought a reel for surf fishing, so I'd figured I'd ask the experts, or at least the ones using them more than me. I have an old Diawa 7000C and Penn 850SS, but would like to add another one to the arsenal. I've never used a conventional one, not gonna lie, they scare...
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