THE 2 BEST Surf Fishing Rigs - EASY Surf Fishing Setups That Work On Any Beach

Covering the best surf fishing rigs, best surf fishing setup, that are most used and most effective for surf fishing. These easy surf fishing rigs can be used for beach fishing anywhere. I will show you how to tie surf fishing rigs as well. These easy beach fishing rigs will definitely catch you some fish if there are some around and ready to bite. I will cover the Carolina rig for surf fishing, which here in the PNW we use the Carolina rig for surfperch since we don't have a big variety of species in the surf. I will also cover the high low rig, surf fishing favorite for many. We will be tying dropper loops for our high low rig instead of using 3-way swivels. This process is quick, easy and effective and will get you back on the water faster if you have to retie you surf fishing setup.
I usually prefer to pre-tie a few of my dropper loop rigs before heading out to the beach just in case, though in my experience i haven't ever really broken off when fishing the surf, that could very well be a different story on the beach you are fishing. i know a lot of you in Texas, Florida, North Carolina, just to name a few, have some fish that have the potential to break you off.... here in Oregon you won't find much that will give you a run for your money and really test out your surf fishing setup.
Though these surf fishing rigs are used by most, these are great surf fishing rigs for beginners since they are so easy to tie and use.
As mentioned in the video, the size of hooks, weights, and strength of line used is dictated by the area you are fishing and the conditions. For more of a breakdown of what kind of rod you need for surf fishing, the size of reel, line, hooks, etc. Check Out This Video. I made this video which will give you considerations based on the type of beach you are fishing and the type of species you are targeting. It makes surf fishing for beginners much easier.
(Products Used With Amazon Links)
Surf Rods:
Okuma Rockaway amzn.to/3IWNKO6
Okuma Cedros amzn.to/3QMLrik
Reels:
Okuma Rockaway RA-6000 amzn.to/3J0YLOp
Okuma Cedros 6000H amzn.to/3w73hDj
I hope this video helps some of you out!
Best Of Luck Out There

[@jaybustamante9829]

My bro, apologies for interrupting that day. No lie, what an honor to spend some time holding a conversation. Im Inspired and action is taking fishing an adventure.

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

Jay! That kinda stuff makes my day! And it was actually really good timing since I was kinda wrapping up. I like being able to have a conversation with those that watch my videos and support the channel, especially if what I do inspires others, such as yourself. That means a lot to me. I have your number, you got mine, let’s go fishing sometime 🎣

[@aroldovalencia3813]

Is this millies Jay ? Lol

[@nathanlewis5426]

Nick, that was so cool at the end of the video when that dude told said he got into fishing because of you! I don't know if you realize how many of us you have inspired to get into, or back into ocean fishing. And we got a beauty hear in the PNW! Thanks!

[@davidbubbsoar2555]

Been a commercial fisherman for 5 years and only just now getting into the rod n reel side. Crazy learning the different rig setups for this!

[@Fishingdisciples]

Nick this is literally one of the best fishing videos on KZbin. Love you channel bro.

[@mikemckenna7916]

Just a little over a month until my first fishing trip to the Oregon coast. Your videos and tips have me hooked and I can’t wait to test it all out.

[@ryeann2567]

How did you fare?

[@mikemckenna7916]

We had pretty good success and caught a decent amount of surf perch.

[@HeWhoHath]

I watch all these channels. Yours is the best at providing information, and also plenty of actual fishing action on each video. I hope you keep at it, because you deserve to have the biggest market share of this audience. FIY I finally caught a lingcod off the rocks after learning from you. -last week. 20 inches so let it go and then another 18 inches. Using your snagless tech. Hope to get a keeper next time.

[@keeganm9701]

That moment at the end of the video was awesome. Nice vid man! I'm gonna get out for razor clams and surf perch soon!

[@Greeneggs904]

Thanks bro. I’m trying to learn and this helped a lot! Shout out from South Carolina!

[@johnrudy9404]

Excellent Nick. Here in New Jersey, we've made it mandatory to use circle hooks for bait. Those rigs are great. Simple IS best.

[@davidstokes925]

Great teaching video, all the way over on the East coast of FL!

[@swiftandbold4439]

What a great video mate thanks from the UK.

[@jesussavessinner1315]

I saved this video and definitely will be using these. You got a new subscriber bud

[@j22gon]

Going to Port A this weekend then Florida in 2 weeks! Looking forward to fishing these rig setups. Appreciate your content

[@WorkingClassFishingPodcast]

Awesome information on the high low and different connecting knot's it's always a pleasure to watch your videos, I love that you're actually out in public areas fishing!

[@jaaron2834]

Hey there Nick,… was really hoping to be up towards your way last year but ran into health issues…and now I’m getting back on my feet again so I can going fishing … did a little surf fishing for Stripers but not with bait… strictly lures for me… not much has been happening as far as Stripers go but I learned that Stripers go as far as Washington… didn’t know this for so long … still watching your videos…. when they come out..🤙😎👍

[@josematehuala9835]

I appreciate the info and great content brother 💪🏽 Much love from the Matehuala family watching from El Monte Ca !

[@GeminiGlass]

I've been wanting to fish for surf perch. Thanks for the tips brother 🙏

[@danmadgett1513]

Nick, Honest Tips, One thing I noticed on Fish Finder Rig The Egg Sinkers are are Very Rough on Braided Line I put my eggs on a Heavier Mono using a PR Knot to 10’ Mono Shock Line Then swivel to my fluorocarbon leader ! High Low, Dropper, or Chicken Rigs I make my Drop Loops about 4”-5” long I built a Drop Loop Knot Board to make my leaders (Found the video on KZbin) Fishing in Florida

[@StorageAuctionSnipers]

Love the videos!! I finally just got back home to the Oregon coast. Fishing next week... maybe McNichols or Wade Creek.

[@justingreen2172]

Thanks for the video! Very helpful!!

[@planetluzzo1971]

I love this channel. thanks man!

[@biggarfish]

Great video! When we retire next year and tour the west coast next year I was hoping to surf fish for salmon and steelhead but I don’t see videos or info on where this is possible. Any suggestions on where to try?

[@LesAkl]

Awesome ties

[@Sshooter444]

Hi-Lo is definitely my favorite

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

Same here.

[@michaelhull63]

Great video nick

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

Thank You! I hope it helps. I always like making these types of vids

[@jamesk7410]

Worked out great today thanks

[@PICLUSTERS]

Great Video bro!

[@CB-ww7qy]

Thanks for the tips on these two tie ups. Definitely want to give the surf perch a go this year. What nippers are you using?

[@CB-ww7qy]

ahhh ha... went full screen and frame by frame. The nippers are made by boomerang. Ordering a pair now

[@gino55yo]

Hello, Thank you for these two good montages for the sea. for the carolina rig why put two lead eggs. Does this have an advantage? And I wanted to know being a beginner for sea fishing if I could use the knocker rig assembly? 🙋‍♂️👍🙏

[@OmarZakiTopics]

cool , thx

[@heyreddin2.0s10]

Love you're stuff.

[@curttundra]

Should announce at the beginning where you're fishing at or leave it in the description. Or better yet do a video on some of the productive beaches and jettys. Thanks for sharing.

[@wilsonflanders878]

Thank you for sharing!Greatly appreciate it

[@standingmannequin7911]

Excellent, thanks man!

[@laszlobacs9347]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@GmanfromTexas]

Great tips. Thanks

[@outdoorsoregonian9464]

That looks like Brookings.. I could be wrong but I live 1.5 hrs away from the coast so I'll have to go try these

[@calebduyck3232]

Looks like garibaldi

[@LT-rj1et]

I was wondering what is a good all around surf fishing combo. I’m looking for a new rod and reel.

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

The Okuma Rockaway series are pretty nice for the price. My favorite has been the Cedros rod and reel by Okuma. It's a bit more speedy but I find myself using that over my Rockaway... the size difference is probably why though. The Rockaway comes in different sizes but I have the 12' and at times it seems to be too much. My Cedros is 10'6" and is, in my opinion, perfect for surf fishing, jetty fishing, whatever.

[@jimmyconn7314]

Ty sir !

[@danmiller1978]

I learnt a lot from your videos where do you fish mostly above lincoln city or bellow down south more? were in salem but visit from florence on up to garabaldi just driving around sight seeing and having fun. I would love to learn to fish when we go out there again of the jetty and also surf fishing...not sure what rod is good for both types of fishing but will keep watching your videos and learn more :)

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

Hey Dan, most of my surf fishing is on the north coast from Rockaway up to Seaside/Astoria, but I do fish down to Newport for rockfish. A good rod for both is the Okuma Rockaway HD. 10-12’ and Medium power. They make a reel to match it (Rockaway) I think I have the 6000 on mine. The rod has a long rod butt (like most surf rods) but works great for surf and rock fishing. Check those out and let me know what you think. I actually think there may be a link in the video description for the rod and reel. It’s an Amazon link. Let me know if you have more questions.

[@danmiller1978]

thanks your videos are good and informative for a noob like me...I wonder what surf perch taste like and also which rock fish is more desirable for eating? I do hear lincod is good though thanks again and best wishes

[@TheRealRoman11]

Nice video! However, 20# mono or fluoro is going to snap like a hair follicle here in Florida with all the sharks, bull reds, jacks etc. we have here in Florida.

[@davemi3213]

That fish finder rig looks like it would become a tangle with a distance cast

[@ghaithjanoudypenaforte7035]

wow, amazing

[@alvinaguilar4704]

How would you attach your main line to that hi lo rig? With a swivel?

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

a small snap swivel will do

[@Thebonesoftrees]

Sweet.

[@leelunk8235]

ISN'T THAT A SURGEON'S KNOT, YOU MAKE IT LOOK COMPLICATED

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

At no point in this video did I tie a surgeon’s knot

[@leelunk8235]

@@AnglingAddictsPNW YEA YOU TIED A TWISTY TERBY TWIRLY THAT WAS A SURGEONS KNOT

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

lol I’m just gonna call it a twisty terby twirly knot for now on 🎣

[@leelunk8235]

@@AnglingAddictsPNW I LOVE IT. PATENT THE NAME AND GIVE ME ROYALTIES ON IT

[@jamesrey4275]

Hot Chow !

[@jamalhusairi8497]

Why so many sinker??

[@johnnehring4771]

I think it's pronounced "Pal-O-Mar" knot instead of polymer knot.🙂

[@AnglingAddictsPNW]

lol I wonder how many people heard me say it that way. I noticed it when I was editing the video and had to go back and see if actually said what I thought I just head lol... it's definitely the Pal-O-Mar knot... thanks

[@nastysoda9212]

thank you