beachpirate
Beach Lover
Was thinking about surf fishing this weekend and didn't know if it was worth the time. Anything biting, baits?
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Beach Pirate
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Beach Pirate
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catching any fish?
- Thread starter beachpirate
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30A Skunkape
Skunky
I hear that there are plenty of bluefish right now (and a few other species in lesser amounts). The guy I was talking to was using a spoon and getting plenty of action, but others were using live bait.
Yes, Bluefish seem abundant. Catch them with silver spoons, cut bait, or shrimp. There are large Redfish cruising the beaches, as well as a few Pompano. Those putting in the effort are definitely catching fish from the beach.
Sheepshead are being caught off of the old 331 bridge, near the pilings.
Sheepshead are being caught off of the old 331 bridge, near the pilings.
scooterbug44
SoWal Expert
Slight tangent - one of my uncles LOVES fishing, when is the best time for him to visit his favorite niece and go deep sea fishing? 
Sea Sothebys
Beach Lover
We went fishing this weekend. Started at the 331 bridge. No biters at all. We used live shrimp. I need to try beach fishing... I am new at this. Guess I will need a bigger reel? I think what I have was a good deal at Walmart... and not an Ocean Reel...Any suggestions?
We specialize in Surf Fishing.
Bring your current rod and reel by the store one day and we'll advise you on its suitablity for fishing from the beach. It may be fine or we could show you a few alternatives (starting at $39.95 for a Daiwa Saltwater combo). Once you learn a few basic things about how to read the water, which baits to use and why, then it's pretty easy.
Slight tangent - one of my uncles LOVES fishing, when is the best time for him to visit his favorite niece and go deep sea fishing?
Like so many things in life and fishing, the answer is "it depends". Experienced anglers often have a target species of fish in mind, which will be avaialable certain times of the year. Other folks just want to get out on a boat and catch whatever gamefish is available on that particular day.
Fish are caught in NW Florida year-round. We talk with our customers so that we understand their prior experiences, current expectations and preferences, number and age of people in the party, etc., and then plan a trip accordingly. We have a variety of captains, each with their own specialties.
Stop by our Seagrove store; we'd love to book a trip for your uncle.
beachpirate
Beach Lover
carolina rig w/ pyramid sinker? Shrimp..what do you think I will have the most success with? I will def. come by your shop, it sounds great. I have a 9 ft. rod/reel combo but havent had to much success with it. In the spring I try for pomp's but what are some other fish and or bait that I could try?
thanks
Pirate
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Pirate
Sea Sothebys
Beach Lover
Thank you Yellow fin, I certainly will come in...
Smiling JOe
SoWal Expert
Yes, take advantage of Yellowfin's offer to help. Remember to not think only about the real, but also the rod, especially when surf fishing. You need some length.