Surf fishing

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Let's deal with surf fishing and all that goes with this unique form of angling.

Surf fishing anglers come in all varieties, but can be just as fanatical as any other anglers.

Because surf fishing is a very specialized type of fishing it requires some very specialized tackle. Surf fishing is possible on any almost any coast worldwide.

If you don't have a boat, and you want to be exposed to the possibility of some really large fish, try surf fishing.

Surf fishing is the sport of catching fish standing on the shoreline or wading in the surf. A general term, surf fishing may or may not include casting a lure or bait, and refers to all types of shore fishing - from sandy and rocky beaches, rock jetties, or even fishing piers.

The terms surf casting or beach casting refer more specifically to surf fishing from the beach by casting into the surf at or near the shoreline. Basic surf fishing can be done with a fishing rod between seven and twelve feet long equipped with a suitably-sized spinning or conventional casting fishing reel.

There are hundreds of different lures effective for surf fishing, such as spoons, plugs, soft plastics and jigs.

Most can be purchased from local bait and tackle shops, online tackle retailers, at fishing tackle expositions or specialized surf fishing catalogs and directly from here.

Surf fishing is done often at night to follow the nocturnal feeding habits of many target species.

Much surf fishing is done in rough whitewater surf conditions.

Although the term "beach buggy" may be applied to special vehicles for transportation on sand, 4x4 trucks and suv's with deflated tires are more often used in surf fishing.

The purchase of a surf fishing permit enables individuals to drive onto the beach for a great day of fishing. Surf fishing is both a popular recreational activity for beach-goers, and also a recognized sport.

It is important for an angler to know the best bait to use for surf fishing, as different baits have different strengths and weaknesses. The best bait to use when surf fishing for pompano, which are best fished for in calmer weather when the waves are not too rough, is shrimp.

Cut squid, shrimp, and fish all represent some of the best bait to use for surf fishing.

From crank baits and trolling lures to floating top water poppers, these fishing lures make an excellent choice for freshwater or surf fishing.
Dedicated surf casters know that surf fishing requires durable fishing lures that can be cast long distances and are irresistible to schooling fish.

The surf caster has been for thirty years the name in saltwater surf fishing tackle and accessories.

When surf fishing with live bait choosing the right surf fishing tackle can make the difference between lots of action or a lesson in surf casting.

When choosing surf fishing tackle, spoons are a simple and affordable lure.
There are a lot of selections when it comes to surf fishing tackle and bait, so if you aren't sure what you'll need, ask at the local bait shop.

Do you need surf fishing tackle or salt water fishing tackle?

The basic snook Surf fishing tackle outfit would be a medium spinning reel that would hold 200 or more yards of 10-12 lbs test line.

The massive cod catches from Dungeness beach in Kent back in the 1960's were the catalyst that spawned the dramatic development in surf fishing tackle and casting techniques that we witnessed through the 70's and 80's.

Be sure to explore through the other links here, to learn about the different surf fishing tackle and rigs.

Extensive and diversified surf fishing tackle selection including custom surf rods, a huge selection of "impossible-to-find" and custom-made surf plugs, plus all major brands can be found here.

Fishermen are urged to be prepared for catch and release and to use stout surf fishing tackle to lessen the stress on the fish.
Pier and surf fishing is an easy way to learn how to fish, and even more importantly, an inexpensive way to learn fishing.

And now back to my woodworking and craft workshop to start on the next project, after a cup of coffee of course.

See you there.

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Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines

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