What this rig is all about: Monkeyface eel, also known as the monkeyface prickleback, is a sought after coastal fish among amateur fisherman for their edible white meat. This rig will be for the technique of “poke poling” to catch the monkeyface eel. It’s a very simple yet effective setup and can be made […]
What this rig is all about: This rig will help you catch keeper-sized halibut anywhere from Florida to California. It’s very simple to rig up but it is effective and uses an artificial bait. In short, it is a drop shot rig. You do need to work the rig in a specific way to […]
What this rig is all about: Sturgeon are fish that are sought after for their delicious, pork-like meat. It tends to take a lot of patience, waiting, and monitoring to catch a sturgeon but the payoff is worth it. This guide will teach you how to setup a rig to maximize your chances of […]
What this rig is all about: This rig will help you catch keeper-sized California halibut while trolling from a small boat or kayak. It has been proven to catch halibut in waters anywhere from 10 to 30 feet deep. Continue reading to learn how you can rig it up and some tips on how to […]
What this rig is all about: If you don’t have any dead herring or squid ready, swim baits are the best option to target medium to large lingcod in California and the Pacific Northwest. Read on to learn about a great and convenient setup that will maximize your chances of landing a lingcod. Here […]
For this article we will examine the best reels in the 5000 to 6000 class for surf fishing applications targeting fish up to the 30 ish pound range. Daiwa BG Spinning Reel 5000 This reel has been around for 35 years and is a workhorse of the brand that stands the test of time. […]
What this rig is all about: If you want an easy, no-nonsense rig to catch mangrove snappers, this is the one to use. The key to this method is the hook size. Use a size 4 J hook is a great way to maximize your chances of snagging this tasty fish. Continue reading to […]
What this rig is all about: A pulley rig is great rig similar to a helicopter rig except for the fact that it only has one hook and it’s a very aerodynamic rig that allows you to cast a far distance. Also, it prevents any tangling of the hook leader line with the sinker […]
What this rig is all about: This article describes an effective method for offshore fishing to catch big pelagic fish along the east coast of the US, down to the Florida Keys, and into the Gulf of Mexico. The target species of fish include sail fish, dolphin, wahoo, king fish and even cobia. Part […]
What this rig is all about: Whiting are also called channel mullet and are a cod-like fish most frequently caught in the Florida surf, inlets, harbors, and bays. Whiting are usually sought after for their sweet and light taste. Many anglers catch them to eat them. Read on to check out this very simple, […]