How to Make a Shark Rig for Surf Casting (Tackle Tuesday #2)

In this video we discuss how to make a shark rig for surf casting. This rig is meant to be fished with a 10-12ft surf rod and primarily targeting sharks in the 6ft range such as blacktips and juvenile bulls. If you have any questions on the tackle used in the video or the rig itself, feel free to ask your question below!
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[@JOESTONEMUSIC]

Thank you so much for making this video. I used this exact setup and caught 5 small Blacktip and 1 Shovelhead as well as several other species. I had some difficulty with the Haywire twist but managed to make a few rigs. I was able to use only 1 while I fished for 2 weeks in Belleair Beach, FL near Clearwater Beach. I never had to worry about my line breaking. I did need to put a second bead between the tag and weight swivel. Thanks !!!

[@lilsponge5887]

Great video man. Recently moved from the great Lakes to the Gulf Coast and am disoriented by all of the info thrown at me. You are really helping me get going. Love the simple stuff. Thank you.

[@brandonmcleod9611]

Awesome video. Just getting into surf fishing on a low budget and this helped a lot as far as rigging goes.

[@wjoelstarling]

Going shark fishing with a group of veterans on the Texas Gulf Coast soon, and I wanted to know more - you're video nailed it for me. Thanks!

[@Hock23]

Great video, headed to Clearwater in 2 weeks and looking forward to trying surf fishing with this type of rig. Good luck to everyone and tight lines!

[@dobiewalker8122]

awesome new to this shark fishing im from ky just moved to Georgia been catching a bunch of small sharks but larger ones kept breaking off until I found your "how to" videos haven't had one to break off since keep up the good work thank you

[@jarrettfinch9561]

Caught my first 5+ foot shark on this rig! That fg knot is a game changer for casting

[@peterschamberger3330]

Great video. Just started getting into shark fishing here in Hawaii and your rig/tips are really helpful. Thanks!

[@pitbullbred305]

Ur videos are the best bro, I followed this video and ur fg knot video and landed my first big shark which was a 5 foot lemon shark. Such a rush and now I'm addicted to land based shark fishing. Ur informing lots of people , keep them coming

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Thank you and I'm always happy to hear that!

[@glock_9ine956]

@@LandsharkOutdoors really enjoyed this video!! Just got one question, do you really trust that fg knot to hold up to the tension of catching a shark?

[@chasedejonge2883]

@@glock_9ine956 100 percent, that’s all my buddies and I use, they’ve caught 12 foot hammers with fgs

[@ayuyu1]

Nice video, hope to try this set up in the future... keep up the good work on your videos. I am one of the many that are wanting to get into this and you truly serve a ton.

[@akaybailey]

Thank you! We are going shark fishing for the first time soon and your video had helped a lot!

[@joeyfogderud2858]

Just moved to Jacksonville FL last year and been wanting to go shark fishing. I have been watching your videos and taking notes. Good info! Thanks.

[@crazyguy12u]

Goto Micklers Landing at dusk, its crazy over there

[@beachbum4805]

Where do you go I’m also in Jax

[@alexcastillo9037]

Caught a 40in bull red over the weekend using this set up. Hopefully I will catch a shark next weekend. Thank you for the video

[@PheelTheJoy]

I used to shark fish from Dauphin Island beach using either a 3way swivel or a very very beefed up version of a Carolina rig. This method seems to be the better marriage of the two. Very cool video, thanks for the info. I've subscribed.

[@marvelcocguy5913]

You make amazing and helpful videos I love your channel, keep up the good work👍

[@darondyer9846]

Thanks for this Victor.I will definitely use this rig.

[@smartin4052]

this is really helpful for a beginner surf fisher like myself

[@ToddnMeganMonaghan]

Last year I got 153 different species of fish however, did not have the knowledge to catch sharks. Also I lived in Iowa lol recently moved to Florida and I’m really missing ice fishing so I decided I would look into this shark fishing as a substitute, This is the first video that popped up. Thank you love it tight lines.

[@cody_blackmon5076]

I got a new penn spinfisher ssv6500 and can not wait to test it out this summer!!!

[@vegematic]

well done and very clear. thanks for the work making this video!

[@YankeesWin123]

a nighttime beach snook fishing vid with artificials would be awesome, lure selection, tides, favorite wind, surf conditions etc.. awesome vids guys!!

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Thanks for watching Chris. I can give you some pointers right now. For lures: Any swimbait: Spoolteks, Storm swim baits, DOA Baitbuster etc. Soft plastics: such as DDX, Hogy Plugs: X-raps in size 14 I like the glass ghost color, Olive and sardine blue back colors Jigs: Firstlight go 1oz Tide: you want to be there last two hours of incoming and first two of outgoing, so fish around the high tide mark. I like to fish the beach when the water is stirred up from an East wind, the fish eat better. 2-3ft seas is probably the roughest I would fish in, as it gets hard to work a lure when its rough especially with seaweed. Also when its rougher out I would fish bigger profile baits and baits that submerge such as jigs or swimbait and when its calmer fish a plug.

[@nathanaelhernandez8269]

I've been waiting all day for this 😂😂

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Wait no more lol

[@sherryslr]

It WORKS!! Used it today and caught a 40" nurse shark within 3 minutes of throwing my first bait! FUN!!

[@wesleywillard]

@Landshark Outdoors great video thank you for making it. What main line lb test do you recommend for this rig? Mono/braid. Do you prefer one material over the other? Thank you for the help

[@IntrepidFisherman]

I Love shark fishing. The weather has not been my friend lately but I hope to get out there soon. Love the video it is always good to see another way to rig up.

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

This time of year the weather is very hit or miss, with hurricane season and the start of cold fronts.

[@oilrigfishing]

Ty for clarifying the fg knot for braid to mono. Ill also be trying this with gar

[@theeverydayfisherman7906]

Absolutely great video!Love fishing for sharks in the surf.I have been doing it for 3 years now!! Keep it up the great uploads. Good Luck And Tight Lines!!!

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Thank you Gus! As soon as we get T-shirts, stickers etc made, you can bet you will be one of the first subscribers to get one free on us. I appreciate the feedback you leave each and every video.

[@theeverydayfisherman7906]

+Landshark Fishing I wouldn't miss your videos for the world!

[@theeverydayfisherman7906]

+Fishing Adventures with Gus P.S. Can't wait to see what cool shirt ideas you guys can come up with.Keep it up!!!

[@MrKredinger]

Good stuff, thank you for a non crimped version

[@s.weldingandfabrication4287]

really loved this video very informative. keep up the great content

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Thank you -Viktor

[@morrisenyeart9310]

Great video, clearky one of the better onews I have seen. Thank you. My only suggestion is to show the finished rig at the beginning and at the end. When giving a speech, the old addage of "tell/show them what you are going to do, tell/show them, and then tell/show them what you did." Even consider including a diagram of the way the finished assemblage is put together at the end so people can pause the video to write it down or draw a picture to have when they try to do it on their own later. I have subscribed and am looking forward to watching your other videos

[@sybexotiks5166]

Thanks for the helpful information and tips greatly appreciated.

[@jayski2378]

thanks for the info very informative...wondering how many lbs test line do you generally use? thanks

[@drbroogs]

Great vid i learned alot thanks bro keep up the good work

[@dv177]

Every video just gets better !!! Thanks Dude

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

I'm trying lol

[@guillermoborreroleiva658]

Dv17

[@rehmatshah4591]

pomes

[@Sebastian-mq8rn]

Landshark Fishing what was the reel used in the video

[@Sebastian-mq8rn]

and size

[@RadReelingFishing]

Awesome rigging tips, thanks.

[@crestedcarvings]

Heading to OBX in few days: recently picked up a Daiwa surf combo, BG5000 reel on a 1002MH 10' rod. Looking to run 65lb braid and run my rig out with my kayak say 100-200yds roughly. This video was very helpful because a) I have not surf fished since I was kid b) I have never hooked into a big fish from the beach, let alone a shark c) there are so many different approaches when it comes to fishing one can loose their mind.

[@kevinfs98]

enjoyed watching the video. great info. very detailed.

[@carlosllama9979]

Great presentation thank you… Big supporter of your channel

[@dereckwirfel7112]

Love that shark rig!

[@rathausfotograf9664]

Fantastic Video. Thank you sir for sharing. Greetings from Portugal.

[@daltonnordberg3298]

Great video, super helpful 💯

[@Rundown_Racecars]

Great tutorial another awesome video

[@seymourlebowitz7802]

This is the third time that I watched this video.. Great and very interesting.....

[@pitbullbred305]

Sounds good I trust your judgment Ill drop back down to 100 pound leader until I get my kayak and start dropping baits , thank u for the response

[@ruanjacobs2001]

Big fan of your videos! I noticed you mentioned "single strand" wire. Would multiple strand also work ? Single strand @ 200 lb vs 7 strand @200 lbs? If it is nylon coated,just scratch it off with keys or knife?

[@southfloridafishing2103]

Congrats on 7k man !

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Thank you! Now lets get to 10k!

[@tristenm7877]

@@LandsharkOutdoors how about 500,000 ?! Congrats man

[@gilfish7220]

Great vid and very informative

[@jamesbuff2965]

Nice Job dude!!nEasy to understand... i will watch more.

[@danielgatica828]

Thanks for that educational video!

[@coryhall668]

Man you make it look so easy and your haywire twist look great I am struggling hard bro mine look like crappie gonna still try an use them lol ty for the video

[@michaelcregan816]

thanks for the tip, will do!

[@charliesorell4022]

man I love the vids and I can't wait to go shark fishing in a couple of months. I'm buying a new rod and i will DEFINITELY use this rig!!!

[@charliesorell4022]

Also I will try to but the rod you mentioned in the video

[@RebelRascalsailor]

Hi Viktor and Landshark Fishing community! For a newly addicted surf fisherman and subscriber from the midwest your videos are extremely informative and inspiring! With the intent of fishing small sharks from the beach (4-6ft) I've purchased the largest saltwater spinning reel that I can currently afford and have paired it with an 11' rod rated for 20-40lb line and 3-8oz lures. Based on the length and speed of runs on your videos I'm concerned about line capacity. The stated reel capacity for mono is 20lb: 400 yd, 25lb: 290 yd, 30lb: 220 yd. In the interest of boosting my yardage capacity I am planning on a backing of 30-40lb braid with a 130 yd topshot of 30lb mono.If my calculations are correct this should give me a total spool of approximately over 300 yds. I plan on tipping with a 4-6 ft 80-100lb mono leader and a wire rig using #12 single strand per your excellent video. I like the working end of the mainline being mono for it's shock absorbing stretch and abrasion resistance since it'll be in contact with the sand while the bait is on the bottom. Regarding my anticipated set up I have the following questions: 1) Would you opt for lighter line and higher yardage capacity? 2) I plan on marrying the topshot to the braid backing via a blood knot or a double uni-knot. Is one knot preferable over the other for this application? And is there any issue with either knot "flowing" through the guides under the tension of a hook up? 3) The same question applies to my mainline/leader connection: If using a 6' leader of 80-100lb mono w/wire terminus will a blood knot or double uni flow through the guides for casting? 4) Finally, on the shark rig video a heavy mono leader of 4' is recommended. I've noted on other videos that the heavy mono leader should be at least as long as the fish you're targeting, so if 6' blacktips are a potential target should the leader length be pushed out to 6' to help avoid "tail cut offs"? Thanks Viktor and Landshark Fishing Nation for any thoughts and advice!

[@julieleenaers313]

Great video, very informative. Keep it up.

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Thank you Julie.

[@Wildstyle_]

For ur rod arsenal I should have and keep a heaver . A 12 to 15 ft conventional rod and a conventional reel . Be glad to see a video one day of @landsharkfishibg using a heaver .

[@rhuey33]

Hey if I was using the same set up you have on that rod.. But I was running braided line down to where the leader starts.. What pound braid should I run? I was going to do power pro super slick 50 pound should I run 65 pound braid

[@bqoutdoors2334]

Nice work looks good let's see a vid on what reels and reel size for pier and surf

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Will do Bentley!!

[@eddieserna5494]

This is an awesome video..Thanks man

[@ERIC-wj9lm]

I am pretty new to shark fishing. I have caught a handful in the 6’ range. I have been fishing 65lb braid directly to a 3-4’ wire leader. Is that an issue? Would a section of mono and a shorter wire leader be an advantag? If so why? Just trying to learn. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

[@josephdonovan2174]

Awesome video's man!

[@californiamonsterfishing8649]

Awesome video and nice tips

[@cameronhartline3433]

Hello I love the video so much I have one problem and the swivel won't pass the unie to unie knot ? Thanks !

[@stickeythumb9741]

Haha dude this is my first time and I bought everything you bought and then I watched this video and was like I most have bought the right stuff because i bought what you bought

[@calellis7613]

I got a Diawa Bg 6500 and spooled it with 40 pound braid. Do you think that would be sufficient for shark fishing for 4-6 foot sharks

[@JaycenSaab]

I noticed you don't use any adjustable floats on the wire part with the hook. Any reason for or against that idea? See a lot setup like that in tackle shops.

[@aliasdesignz]

Vic, Were you at the Longport jetty in New Jersey last weekend?

[@ubreakitirepairit3569]

Not sure if I heard you correctly, but if your fishing braid, you should go from braid, to mono leader, to swivel, to steel leader?

[@cruzdelreal6141]

Do you recommend using a shock leader or just tying it to the main line?

[@jonnybass6226]

thank you for the simple information

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Bo prolbem

[@parrishragland6796]

Thanks for the information

[@dannykasap5126]

Love your vid very helpful

[@bigalcervantes5118]

You guys are awesome.

[@nothingtosee314]

Great vid, man. Earned my sub.

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Welcome aboard bro

[@jettyratflorida5917]

That helped alot thank you i used it today and got a little tipper

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Awesome!

[@noprooutdoors96]

Nicely done

[@sturgis97]

What do think about #15 AFW? How big of a chunk do you use on your hook

[@cruz_delreal]

Do you prefer to use mono or braid on your main line for these rigs?

[@jamesflowers7142]

What reel are you using?!?!

[@VJTrey1]

You got a new subscriber!

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Hop on board!

[@crcdesign9886]

Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. My only question is the sinker..what stops it on the top side of the rig. I know it can't go any further the other way because you have the bead and swivel to stop it..What goes on the top side if I'm explaining this correctly? Thank you.

[@IntensityR6]

Mobile AutoMD nothing goes at the top, which allows it to slide any amount up. But when you reel in line it will stop at the bead.

[@jaydavidson4987]

Nice info! I’m subscribing

[@jonkeil564]

I’m running a penn 6000 on a 10ft rod with 350 yards of 50lbs power pro. Is that good for most sharks in the Daytona beach area?

[@bobbrown5323]

Great video.

[@jimbolton4424]

Good stuff! Thanks

[@Alex.1739]

Great! What pound test wire would you use pls?

[@tonyincognito3702]

hey viktor. I think that's how you spell your name I seen the one video you guys made your buddy was messing with you about the spelling lol. Anyway I just recently started getting into surf casting. Actually that's how I found your videos, trying to learn all I can about surf casting. I'm 34 and have fished all my life but surf casting hasn't been one type of fishing I ever got into till now. But I'm trying to figure out even after the mullet run is over if fishing for shark and or bigger fish is still good here. I kinda got into the surf casting a little late as you can tell. not many weeks left. Thanks

[@goata8]

i do the same rig except i just use a snap swivel on the main line to hold my sinker...any advantage to doing it with the regular swivel and length of mono? I'd imagine it keeps the bait off the water a little better but may be more likely to tangle especially while casting?

[@roberttoppi5427]

goata8 yea I didn’t think ab that it prolly gets tangled on itself a lot

[@LanceMcCormick]

Nice vid!!

[@sceneseekers1000]

perfect bro!

[@rbljackson]

Nevermind, I just went back through your vids and found one I must have missed showing the bigger rigs. Thanks!

[@matthewshattuck6603]

You didnt mention the reel set up... or I missed it. Love the content!!!! Looking to buy the Penn Fierce 6500 or 8000. What are you thoughts on the new line up or your recommendations???? Thanks again for the knowledge!

[@IntensityR6]

matthew shattuck what kind of fishing

[@eso1666]

matthew shattuck I have the Penn slammer III 8500. It has 50 lbs drag and holds 555 yards of 65 lbs power pro braid. That’s what you need for sharks

[@samhronchek803]

@@eso1666 that’s like $400

[@saltyspigot600]

good tackle tip, very old skool, stuff that has worked for generations, don't need the 500lb mono with crazy terminal tackle.

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

I can't stand crimps

[@pitbullbred305]

Hey bud, What would u recommend I join 300pound mono leader to my 50pound mainline? I'm setting up for bigger sharks. I mainly cast at this point and the Uni to uni I tied is massive. Any better alternatives ?

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

if you are casting I wouldn't fish more than a 100b leader

[@seymourlebowitz7802]

Not to be redundant, excellent video....

[@chriscarroll4183]

Nice and simple

[@junb7786]

Very helpful 😊

[@thomasflickinger1949]

Good info. on how to make a shark rig. That could be a BIG FISH rig for any species.

[@Edgar-md4os]

Hey man, I've been following your channel for a while. I really dig what you do and greatly appreciate you sharing all your knowledge in all your videos. I have two questions, hope you can answer when you get a chance. Based on your experience, what is the best time to fish for shark during the summer? Would it be during day time or night time? Also, would you consider a 13 ft kayak (old town predator) to be appropriate for bait depletion? Ive kayaked the surf several times before with lighter kayaks (I've flipped once) and not sure how a heavier and lenghtier yak would behave. Thanks a lot for what you do Victor. Btw, I have a reggae/surf rock band called "Los Rude Waves". We have a couple of youtube videos and free downloads on bandcamp. If you would hear any tune you might like for background music on one of your videos, it would be an honor.

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

+Edgar Valles Ill check out your band! Thank for that info. Honestly I have a kayak that fills with water every time I go out in it(no plug) so just use one that floats lol. Don't overthink it, just use one you can handle easily. I like nighttime much better than daytime, In S. Florida you can't even fish during the day south of St. Lucie tbh. You can certainly fish daylight but afternoons and night are best

[@davidlora5611]

Love your show I surf fish a lot in ft lauderdale and Miami area I hope to bump into you sometime

[@eso1666]

David Lora I bought a Penn slammer iii 8500 for $275 spoiled it with 500 yards 65 lbs power bro braid for $50- big water ugly stick 10” rod heavy for $75 connected the main line to a 125 lbs mono and 350 lbs swivel connected to a size 12 AFW double strands wire and size 9 circle hook

[@dawbhyperfan9897]

Love your videos

[@LandsharkOutdoors]

Thank you Henry