HOW To CATCH Blacktip SHARKS From The Beach! - Fishing in Florida

[@tdowney36]

You are one of the first channels to mention the FWC shark permit. Most people scoff at it at the most or ignore it all together. I am glad you brought it up. Maybe a video just about the course would be good.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Thank you for your feedback. I will consider this for a future video!

[@tdowney36]

I was part of the beta year. Same videos and information but the first year it seemed the test was more involved. I renew every year. Don’t want to give FWC an opportunity to ticket me for a FREE permit. It has some good info that googans need to know. I’m a shark fisherman from Tennessee btw. Spend about 6 weeks a year on the sand.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

When you're committed to fishing for big game and especially sharks you've got to be smart about your moves. The sport draws enough attention as it is and I fully agree with you. Thanks again for visiting my channel and leaving this comment.

[@BlackMamba-lt8oe]

@@EastSideSurfFishing i am a sea farer, not from usa what fish can i target, do i need licence

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

@@BlackMamba-lt8oe yes you need a FL saltwater/freshwater fishing license you can find all the fish that you are able to harvest and what seasons on my fwc.com

[@jonathanbrooks8418]

Very awesome and informative video. Thank you all.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

You’re welcome!

[@kylesaric3652]

3:11 is this actually how far you need to cast? I see videos where they kayak or drone it out as far as they can but my only option would be to swim and it doesn't appeal to me.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Yes, you saw me cast it and catch a shark from the cast. Get out there and give it a shot Google is your friend for learning or you can book a lesson with me surffishflorida.com

[@Evergreen7557]

Great Video. Thanks for putting it together guys. You shared a lot of good information. I fish from Pompano, up to Stuart. Had a good afternoon off of I believe it’s called Flagler Beach.,Astonishingly I’ve done good right off Pompano beach using a live jack. I have a question, how do I know what beach will be good for blacktips and spinners and what time of day. Is this a tide thing or what. I appreciate any help. I just went out the these areas at dusk not knowing if that beach or time would really work. Thankyou, Ray

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Quite honestly it’s a “you get what you get” situation unless you’re fishing the Blacktip migration then you can bet most of the sharks hooked will be black tips. I don’t have any specific beaches for specific sharks. Best of luck out there and Tight Lines!

[@Agustin-jo8mv]

Dude! Its that time of year again! I would love to fish alongside you guys. I am a right leg amputee and could looooove to have some help if i catch one! Haha. I cant being lunch or something! Haha

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

surffishflorida.com 😎

[@kylesaric3652]

How do you attach the 10ft mono leader without a swivel banging up your guides?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

@@kylesaric3652 we like to utilize tying an FG knot

[@GageYoung-c5i]

Do you prefer gama katsu for a specific reason or any brand 10/0 circle hook would be fine?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

@@GageYoung-c5i most circle hooks will work, I use what has worked best for me. The gama 10/0 is strong and has never bent out on me.

[@adamspivey8684]

I'm going to be in destin fl at the end of September I would love the chance at a shark from the sand any suggestions on where and best times to hook up with a shark?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Not for Destin man that’s out of my area. Best of luck!

[@mikeroj5427]

I landed 27 sharks from Aug-Sept 2021 at Satellite Beach Florida. Probably lost another 15-20 sharks that either cut me off or pulled the hook. Great recommendations in the tackle to use. However, I'd never use a 5000 size reel. The smallest I've ever gone with is Penn Battle 2 6000 reel. The extra 1000 size up makes a huge difference. 30 lbs braid is a minimum. I usually go with 40 lbs braid. Your reel looks rather small on that huge pole. I find that anything over 10 foot pole is difficult to handle. My sweet spot is 9-10 foot medium-heavy pole. Good luck finding your next PB. Wishing you Tight lines Guys.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Awesome info in your comment here Mike. I’m a satellite beach Berkeley street ex-local! To tell you the truth you think your gear is worthy until that big angry fish shows up and humbles you. I’ve got an 8000 sized reel now that will fare up to some solid sharks now.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

I actually love the 12 footers for sharks call me crazy! Matt prefers 10 footers as well. Tight lines and hopefully we can connect on the sand one of these days.

[@THEBIGK4HUN4]

I have 50lb braid how much lb leader should I use

[@mikeroj5427]

@@THEBIGK4HUN4 just 1 persons opinion. If your target is sharks, I start with at least an 8/0 heavy gauge circle hook. I then use between 18-24 inches of wire leader. Then comes what I consider my shock leader of mono line. The wire is to keep the sharks teeth from cutting thru the line. I've fished without any wire in the past and have had sharks cut thru 300 lbs mono leader in under 2 minutes. The wire is good insurance from their sharp teeth. I personally use 200-300 lbs mono shock leader which goes between the wire leader and my main line. I use approx 3-4 feet of it. Sharks have very tough fins and skin. The 200-300 lbs mono line keeps the body of the shark from cutting thru my line. If you get a spinner shark or super aggressive Blacktip that likes to jump and breach the water, this mono leader will also help play the role of a shock absorber when they spin and jump. Then I'd tie all that into your 50 lbs braid main line. I'm not sure what size reel you'll be working with, but you'll want to make sure you have at least 250 yards of braided line. OR.... If your in the Melbourne FL area after July 25th 2022, shoot me a response and I'll personally show you how I put my rigs together and we can consider doing some early evening surf fishing together

[@maxncam]

Mike! Hope you see this, new to saltwater just moved to Melbourne from Minnesota, you in the area?

[@spacecoastsurffishing1726]

Were you fishing south of sebastian inlet? I fished south of Cocoa Beach yesterday had several sharks hit a hooked fish on the way in. Caught a few whiting, small sharks and catfish. Didn't get shunked.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

I was fishing just a bit south of the inlet. This wind has been terrible for our water quality but if you can make it to Sebastian or further south you’ll find way more quality fish. Lots of sharks in the surf right now for the migration.

[@spacecoastsurffishing1726]

I'm hoping the wind and water get better in March/April. I caught a lot of fish and sharks last year those months! Thanks for the reply.

[@louielouie4187]

Good work.... Thanks..

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

So nice of you!

[@cesarbravo4505]

All awesome Intel just bought penn fierce 3 6000 and have and old penn 8000 .....50lbs braid 300yrds 5ft steel lure should be good to go ....hope to catch a shark Nov for the marine ball we'll be eating shark 🦈.... awesome video tight lines yall and God bless .... bait hope mullet or stingray works

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Go get em! 👍🏽 let me know if there’s anything I can do to help you out with this goal.

[@Will_Russell]

Does it matter how far you get the bait offshore? Been a few years since I’ve done any surf fishing up in the panhandle and last time I did we used a buddy’s kayak to get the bait a 150-200 yards offshore, but I don’t think that’ll be an option for us this time. Also does time of day matter? I generally prefer doing it at night so you don’t have to deal with as many people but all these videos I watch tend to be during the day

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Night time is best during the summer, not too familiar with the gulf surf fishing but you have to go out a lot further to find the sharks from what I know. Best of luck 🤞

[@michaelmello9510]

Nice 👍

[@RM-iy7xx]

Great video

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Thanks Ray! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@sebastianmcneilly8623]

Will 45 pound line work just fine for that size?

[@frexrtD]

It's going to be better to buy 65lb and more

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Absolutely!

[@basurababy]

question: what rod are you using in this video? Im fishing in NE Florida and im running a penn fierce IV combo 8000 reel rated for 40-65lb braided. from what i gather, id be safe going with an 80lb braided on the reel for 2.5ft reef sharks from the pier? currently using 50lb braided as it is within the manufacturer's suggested range, but from your experience could i go with 80lb braided on the 10ft rod?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

I’d use 80 pound to fish from a bridge or anywhere there may be structure. You’re gonna need the extra strength if you get into a tight spot. Now you can definitely catch most sharks on 50. Heck I use 30 a lot! But… you’re gonna wanna be ready for a big one kinda how I lost one in this video.

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

This is a 12 foot Kunnan surf rod not sure of the specs.

[@basurababy]

@@EastSideSurfFishing yeah, im catching plenty of bonnetheads and juvenile black tips with my 50lb braid on my 10ft rod rated for up to 65lb braid. im aiming to go for adult reefer sharks which requires 80lb+ to safely and reliably haul them onto the pier. do you think i could use 80lb braid on the reel and rod without ruining the equipment?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

@@basurababy start with 80, go up if you run into trouble and best of luck 🤙🏽

[@RedLineEveryGear]

How do you stop the line from ripping up your finger when casting?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

A couple Years of distance casting heavy weight. I know the sweet spots on my rods so I usually just load them and throw with technique vs power. Some folks use a glove or casting glove, which will definitely be needed if your hands have been wet and soggy.

[@RedLineEveryGear]

@@EastSideSurfFishing ok good to known thanks.

[@kevinnussbaum3619]

@@RedLineEveryGear I use a short piece of hydraulic line that fits my finger, then put it in my pocket. Cheaper than a fancy glove...

[@joshmcgrann7964]

This has to be during the black tip run be cause your cast was only bout 60yds not being a jerk but during the day that close has to be the the black tip run

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Just about the only time I charter fish for them. You are correct.

[@SoLarBeats]

just went blacktip fishing in highland beach, not a single bite lol. where’s the best place to go?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

I like to fish around the inlets for sharks because they are a hotspot for baitfish and usually hold more predators.

[@Santiagocaramp]

@@EastSideSurfFishing what beach is that

[@BlackMamba-lt8oe]

which rod are u using, can i do lure fishing in this setup

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

12 ft surf fishing rod, I haven’t tried to fish lures with this rod but they would work.

[@UmeshKerala]

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[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Thank You!

[@frogbear02]

idk if the laws changed, but i just took the course today and it said 80lbs test was the legal minimum limit, not 30. am i getting something wrong?

[@EastSideSurfFishing]

Yes you are

[@kevinnussbaum3619]

There is no "legal minimum limit" for line.

[@appalachianpursuit2924]

It says 80 in the course