Surf Fishing. Are You Doing it WRONG?

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I'm back at the beach after a few weeks visiting with family and friends in my hometown. I have noticed many people may have the wrong idea about how to approach surf fishing in our area, so I want to address how you can do it in a more effective and successful way!
Also, this is my first video with the new GoPro Hero 7 Black. It's really cool but the audio from the GoPro isn't conducive for the beach because of all the mics picking up the noise from the surf. I have ordered a mic and hope this will solve the issue, but for now I apologize for the audio issues.
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[@thesweetestjerk8905]

"What you're doing wrong". Basically everything in this video. Circle hook, pompano rig, setting it in a rod holder. Smh. Noob.

[@darius5173]

Stfu

[@WingusJones]

@@darius5173 I second that notion

[@xyreyes]

Wrong? He hooked fish so it worked.

[@IrieGuitar]

Says the clown that has 0 videos up. Move along

[@takayama1638]

Well, you got one part of your name right - Jerk. Here's one: KYN.

[@MadScienceHacksTV]

Nice to finally find a video of David Spade fishing.

[@BamaBeachBum]

Daannnggg

[@brassyyoyo]

I thought more Norman Reedus from Walking Dead.

[@somedude2630]

Have you seen the videos where he and Chris Isaac go fishing together?

[@moiq6899]

Hey man thanks for the video, I'm aware that it takes a lot of effort and time to make these nice videos, I'm beginning this surf fishing journey and your tips help a lot.

[@planecrazyish]

Great video, really appreciate, the fact that you included the length of the rods, size and type of hooks , the line specs and sinker weight. This info is extremely important, to those of us starting out. So often videos lack this info. Many thanks for this great info.

[@stevenmcadams6621]

Great videos bud. I fish the gulf shores pier so i can relate to them well. You also do a great job at explaining your techniques. Thumbs up!

[@richgoyke9335]

I appreciate all the good information to provide in your videos. My wife and I visited the gulf coast for the first time thiis past summer and loved fishing off the pier! The local fisherman were very nice and gave us advice on how to catch different species as well. We are eager to try surf fishing so thanks to your videos I will be packing up my steelhead rod and stocking up on the Fish Bites!! Keep those awesome videos coming!

[@BamaBeachBum]

You definitely should! They are really perfect for surf fishing this area.

[@johnmartin4332]

Another good video. I'm envious. Been raining here in SC. Keep 'em coming

[@tomtatum2662]

You said it just right, BBB, about TARGETING particular species. That's the key to fishing in the area, whether in the surf or from the pier. I've been catching them (whiting) up to 18 inches in December, mostly on pink fishbites and shrimp pieces - same as you're doing. Hoping for weather to calm down and for the water to clear up. Keep up the good videos. They're entertaining and instructive.

[@freddybigs10]

Where i'm at the primary species that is easy to catch is jacksmelt. I can usually catch 20+ of them in a trip but i only keep 10 of them. I usually smoke them and i eat 1-2 and the cat and dog love to eat the rest.

[@MSTOutdoors]

Cool videos man. Just found your channel. Gladly gave a sub! Here in Daytona, hoping to get into surf fishing this year. I'm usually hitting the river up.

[@dwaniey3973]

Thanks dude.Now I'm more confident to go fishing and just enjoy it. You taught me a lot i appreciate that man

[@BamaBeachBum]

Man I’m glad to hear that! So cool to hear you guys are experiencing success

[@davidstokes925]

Thanks for the video, your info always helps!

[@drmblankenship]

Thanks for the tips. I usually surf or pier fish in SC. Surf fishing during the summer months are pretty decent for whiting. My wife says I am the only person in the resort that cleans fish in the room and fries them up!

[@randywilliams5722]

I've learned so much from him, I go down there three times a year, I'm 48 years old, since 1996, I've surfed all wrong, till this video, remember the two target species, he's right, I've caught all the other fish same light tackle! It's wether or not if can you can fish! I wish I had video! Sorry if their are grammar mistakes, lost my glasses, noodling for a red fish

[@gabifishing642]

What a beauty of a place .. congratulations on the concept

[@brickrainey641]

I’m ashamed about how long I have been watching your videos without subscribing to your channel. But now I’ve done it. I live in Knoxville TN where I casual fish fom my boat when my wife and I go out on a Sunday afternoon. But when I go to the beach (St George Island,FL), I get serious about fishing. Your videos have helped alot. I catch stuff but have yet to really have a big day with quality fish. Thanks for all your help.

[@tontobb8956]

Can I suggest on the dropper closest to your sinker. Make it much longer say 6-10 inches past the sinker so it rolls round in the surf. The large whiting love it

[@mrbriceno3949]

What a sunrise! Absolutely gorgeous

[@JC-xu1rc]

I got to go to Gulf Shores a couple years ago for summer vacation. I'm from Oklahoma and had never fished in the Gulf. Bought some fish bites from the store. My buddy and me caught enough of those whiting (the size you were keeping) to fill a small ice chest every day we fished. Only problem is we didn't know what they were since we had never been there before. Looked like something you'd throw back here in Oklahoma. Lol. Last day I was there I decided to sit down and look up what they were. Once I told my buddy we had been throwing away keepers we had a good laugh about it. Haven't made it back since to catch anymore.

[@Branden_Campbell]

I stumbled on this old video in my feed and it answered a ton of questions I’ve had for whiting fishing. I can catch pomps for days but not whiting unless by accident.

[@dharlow5810]

Thanks for the lesson. Yeah, I've heard great things about those steelhead rods. TIght lines Matt.

[@BamaBeachBum]

Really change the game when targeting whiting. So fun! And I’ve caught some big ones on them now too and that’s...interesting. Lol

[@DavnerMelodian]

I have a mix of gear. I have a 10’, an 8’, and a couple 7 footers. Caught my biggest fish, a 36” bull red, surf fishing on a 7’ rod with a pompano rig. I fish the northern gulf too, Panama City, FL.

[@BamaBeachBum]

It’s great when you have a versatile arsenal!

[@DavnerMelodian]

Bama Beach Bum that’s my philosophy. Can never have too many rods/reels!

[@sabers2th]

You couldn't be more right. I live near Dauphin Island. When I surf fish, I always bring 2 setups. One for throwing out biiig chunks of bait in hopes of a massive Drum/shark or anything that gives a fight and another setup for basic surf fishing. Just yesterday, couldn't get any hits on live croaker, cut mullet, etc. Then I hoooked into my PB black drum on a Pompano rig with a size 8 J hook on 8lb test using a piece of a FishBites the size of a penny while trying to target whiting. The fight was crazy fun on that light tackle! The surf on DI has been rough..zero whiting. I definitely gotta try the surf in Gulf Shores. Tight lines, love to support a local YT channel!

[@tankty6977]

Good job man. Keep 'em coming.

[@rice256]

I loved all the information in this video. We were just at GSP last week but the weather was terrible. Caught a couple whiting and a white trout and the rest were junk fish.

[@jtarryohpengyew8173]

You are so Bless with such a beautiful place to fish and the fish there are big. Here our biggest whiting are only 15 cm and so few. Thanks for sharing, like your videos.

[@tmears42286]

I leave Saturday for orange beach!!! Glad you mentioned steelhead rods cause I fish for those alot here in Michigan so stoked maybe I'll see you on the beach

[@wbwills2]

UP??my boss/friend from flint said that’s a good place to go spend a few days when the time is right. I think he mentioned Black creeks And throwing spoons.? And people pool cooking trailers in there and camp around them maybe? He invited me a few years in a row and I never excepted the invitation. Not too smart. I need to give them a call

[@wbwills2]

Do you know anything about drinking beer and frying smelt?

[@tmears42286]

Drinking beer and frying any fish is my thing!! Especially frying fish on the ice!

[@ratrodcourier8576]

Moving rods, aka zone awareness. Some guy put out a video on this, I'll send you a link to it if ya want lol. Great video as usual! Nice to have you back in town, see ya out there soon.

[@BamaBeachBum]

Thanks dude!

[@dannyhanke4338]

Thanks for taking me fishing.

[@KEPTIFISHING]

Thanks for the info we been surf fishing in nj with little luck going to try these tips.

[@jameshollon8144]

Hey that helps a lot. Great Video. Planning to book a trip with you this spring or early summer.

[@BamaBeachBum]

Thank you! And check out my website soon to send a request for a trip! www.staybummy.com

[@cdubpimpskilllz]

Just found the channel. Awesome content! New sub. New to surf fishing and this is informative and fun. Off to the beach for the weekend ~

[@craigwarren2062]

New subscriber and loving your videos! Suggestion, could you make mention of tides and time of year for the viewers.

[@mchugh48]

Some good tips and I love to catch and target whiting - VA beach, Myrtle Atlantic coast , gulf ...

[@hoptag]

I use a 9 ft steelhead rod while surf fishing San Diego. It works great for most species that we get in the surf.

[@marcobrazil8956]

Could you do a compiliation of the best bites while surfcasting? Love to see them!

[@txbonefish]

Here in Texas, I started to tie 6 hook leaders. Using a video you had up about "how to tie Pompano rigs" I took that knot and just made the tag shorter and more hooks. I use a kahle hook on the smaller side and no beads on 30 and 50# mono with mainly fishbites. Dude I literally use this rig for everything in the surf. Reds love it, Pompano love it, Black Drum love it, I've caught 5 and 6 Whiting at a time and the same with Sand Trout in the bay. It works so good I have folks stop and ask me about the rigs. I make like 100+ of these rigs sometimes and sell them as I fish on the beach. I have one video up of a drum I caught with one of these rigs. I need to invest in a body cam to get my KZbin channel going. But yeah, Love your videos buddy.

[@billwhitright834]

thanks! enjoy your Videos, be there at the end of January, would love to go fishin with u! Happy New Year!

[@Mrs.Tincher]

Going to be there Saturday. Can't wait.

[@VFLoganB]

Great stuff as always! could you do a video on how you keep your reals clean/ceasing up from salt ?

[@BamaBeachBum]

🤙

[@timothyreyna1444]

ID LIKE TO SEE THAT

[@wish2fish37]

Great video.Think this will help beginners or tourist with high expectations ..People can just have alittle fun and with little effort to at least have a fighting chance at catching something.

[@chadbrantley839]

Good video sir. Perhaps I missed this, but what month was this? I know you said it was late fall early winter. We are going to Fort Morgan mid October. Never fished for whiting, but looks exciting.

[@davidcanup1988]

Great video dude. Thanks for sharing

[@BamaBeachBum]

Thanks for watching! 🤙

[@maxsanchez1937]

you earn yourself a new subscriber, not just for this video....keep them coming!

[@crazypoutdoors]

Great video brother.Headed down in the morning from Louisiana

[@g.fletcher9422]

I learnt a lot from this video. I will take a look at the size hook I am using. I will be using shrimp from now on. Thanks for sharing.

[@swamppappy7745]

whiting and croaker are two of the most underrated fish to eat. They have made many a fish fry for lots of folks.

[@BamaBeachBum]

They are delicious! I kept a bigger croaker this day as well.

[@bobravenscraft5376]

Whiting are a day saver great fish

[@fishermanreeltime7466]

Lol I use croaker as bait no matter how big

[@willardcormier7727]

@@fishermanreeltime7466 Croaker's are almost no-miss bait for Alligator Gar, I know that for sure!!

[@fishermanreeltime7466]

@@willardcormier7727 so you use a saltwater fish for a freshwater one?

[@pakde8002]

have to be clear we're talking a specific area. maybe some newbies won't get that. the North Carolina coast for instance... definitely the bread and butter fish is going to be croaker/whiting, spots and pompano with some small flounder almost all the time except for dead winter... but the fall and spring run is well known for drum and bluefish and everyone is heading out with big tackle.

[@BamaBeachBum]

Yes, that’s why I was specific when I said northern Gulf Coast. Fishing in other areas are obviously completely different. But same principle applies in the overall theme of the idea in that you need to target what is present and not try to force a square peg in a round hole.

[@junelima363]

Great advice depends on the area the fall run in NC with big reds every one has heavy equipment and yes I'm one of the them lol great video

[@pakde8002]

Bama Beach Bum i have to admit I was doing it wrong back when I first started out. but finally figured out (NC beaches) that most of the fish I was hoping for were feeding close to the beach on sand crabs and other delicious stuff being turned up by the waves ...and I have to show up just before sunrise. oh yeah cut the bait a lit smaller. 1/3 inch pieces of shrimp or blood worms usually caught enough for a fish fry within a couple hours. now I'm in Bali and totally confused again. love your channel and hope your sub base grows a lot in the New Year.

[@pierpounder]

You nailed it Bama Beach Bum Buddy! Like I been tellin folks for years "often 95% of the fish in the surf zone weigh less than a pound. IF you target those you will likely have much more catching action. And when you do hook one of those 5% fish, it will be an epic battle!" Even 'Potlickin' the pier can be fun sometimes ;-) lol

[@henrygarrison1613]

Very informative! Love yer videos!

[@martyfranklin6010]

I'm intrigued by your use of steelhead rods, great idea! I've been using 7' medium rods but can't get the light whiting rigs out very far. Can you give more details on the rod you're using? Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@ReallySmoking]

Did you ever tried to use longer rod ?? 9" fast to moderate action rod would help to cast further

[@noahleonard6075]

Late to the party here but the Wright McGill, ugly stik e-lite steelhead rod and the okuma celilo are all fantastic rods under $50 that I use in the surf as a lighter action rod

[@pambidwell6442]

I cannot wait for the weather to clear so we can get back on the beach and try to get some more fish! You would be welcome to join us any day out there when you are fishing solo! We mostly fish in Perdido key but could come west!

[@lenell86]

thanks for adding in tips in the beginning, going to catch me some whiting!

[@stevesleshfishingliving3082]

I gottta try these bite up on Long Island this year. We get a nice run of northern kings in the summer.

[@Aonexia]

I love Florida fishing!

[@jonathanbullman7058]

You're living the life good sir! Just subbed to your channel and really enjoying watching your videos. Daydreaming about being out of Indiana so I can get my toes in the sand, waves at my feet, and fish as the ocean waves crash down. If you're ever in Indiana and want to change up to fish for big blue, flatheads, Channel catfish, etc drop me a line

[@tsaltslinger3268]

Yeah man, thanks for the breakdown on surf species and targeting pompano and whiting.

[@jimcrosby8524]

Fished the pier today ( 1-1 ) and the pelicans were a major problem. Saw one hooked and I almost hooked one. Made me wish I’d brought my stuff for surf fishing. Enjoyed the video.

[@curtisblair7618]

Nice stuff man. Happy New Year

[@BamaBeachBum]

Happy new year!

[@leem6011]

I grew up catching whiting on the beach and still love to do it!

[@66bigbuds]

Whiting are easy and one of my favorite eating fish. I also love the steelhead rods for light action . red hooks seem to work very well too.

[@Kylsix]

Hey man, love your videos. Just moved to NW Florida and I am learning a lot about fishing these waters from you. Question about your gear: I've been looking for beads and those small floats you use (like on the rig in this video and your pompano rigs). What size beads do you use? Also, where can I get some of those floats, or which do you buy and mod for your rigs?

[@Eriklund96]

Those whiting look exactly like Corbina here in souther California Corbina feed specifically on worms and sand crabs and you use ultra light gear for them too nice video

[@kastlekiller]

Good to have you back on the beach!

[@BamaBeachBum]

Glad to be back!

[@SaltyMcCroryFishing]

Great video. I have been targeting hardheads for a while and expect to pull in that world record hardhead soon.

[@BamaBeachBum]

If you work hard, use the right tackle, find the right zone, you can do it Salty! #neverquit

[@SaltyMcCroryFishing]

I’ve been using my Disney Frozen pole.

[@BamaBeachBum]

That’s a great place to start! Need to make sure you get some rotten squid and 8/0 hooks on 100lb wire leader.

[@Yeti_HJK]

I've never tried a steelhead rod for surf fishing, but watching this has me interested in giving it a try! Anyway you could post the links to the rods you used in this video? Thank you!

[@tacticalllama67]

I had a blast in Destin catching Small Pompano with my Scott 6wt. streamer rod. Smallmouth/Trout tackle in the surf.

[@BamaBeachBum]

I bet! There is so much light tackle opportunity in the surf!

[@clintsoutdooradventures]

That's not a soapbox. That's great information and when I go surf fishing I will be using it! Thanks

[@TeamHardLife]

Yes sir gota always try new things.. good job..

[@KyleForAwhile]

That hairs getting long brotha! We need to hit up Perdido here soon and surf fish again, maybe this time we will have better luck lol! Gotta love those steelhead rods haha!

[@BamaBeachBum]

Lol it’s getting crazy long! Im ready to get it cut. Lol and dude, they are a blast in the surf!

[@hillbillyreefer8996]

I catch alot of speckled trout from the surf using a similar rig here in apalachee bay

[@chriswardoutdoors]

Bama Beach Bum! Maybe you could come up to Bass pro shops in Spanish Fort and give a class on surf fishing. As you know we have a lot of tourists coming into Alabama. A lot of folks haven’t fished the surf. We have a lot to offer far has salt water here in Alabama. Would love to have you. Chris From Bass Pro Shops

[@bonedyone]

I find this true with freshwater fishing too. I only use ultralite gear, 4lb test, small 20 size reel. and catch everything... even big fish

[@mattsloan32]

You made some good points. Lighter is probably better. And if you hang an unexpected fish you probably have a decent chance of landing it on light tackle if you have enough line on the spool. There are not many snags or stumps out there :)

[@BamaBeachBum]

Yes, you play the big fish long enough to get them in

[@jamesslavensr7513]

I go to Destin every year for vacation and me and my wife fish the beach a lot. It’s always the last week of October and we do o k but it’s mostly Whiting. I catch Reds here and there but no size to them. What’s the best lure or bait for this time of the year. Love your videos keep um coming I’ve learned a lot.

[@billward6478]

We’re coming down to Gulf Shores from Tennessee next week, I see you fishing in the vicinity of the pier there, is that public access beach? Also is it a good time of the year to surf fish like you were here? Thank you for any input, God bless

[@logantanner03]

I don’t have a surf rod but I only go to the beach about once a year and don’t think it’s worth the money at the moment but this video helped a lot on setup wise

[@YakMotley]

Great video!

[@fishinthe9103]

@BamaBeachBum you know you've made it on KZbin when Yak is commenting on your videos!!!

[@YakMotley]

@@fishinthe9103 lol!

[@markhanson6880]

I am intrigued by the use of the salmon rods. I got they were 9 to 9.5 ft in length. What action and “power” are they. Watching the action they did not appear to be an ultra light or light action rod. Thank you! Happy New Year!

[@bcask61]

There was a time when I fished like this young man. Spike multiple rods, run around chasing the one thats bent, etc.. Now I fish one rod, hold it at all times and I’m having a lot more fun. Keeping four rods baited up is too much like a job. To each his own, its a big beach. Plenty of room for all.

[@carloscastellanos6516]

You have got to try this: UL/L bass rod, 2500 size reel, 8 or 10 lb braid, 20 lb fluoro leader and a 1/8 oz (or 1/4) metal jig. Let me know how it goes. Forget about rigs and baits, just do UL shore jigging

[@jameseastridge2273]

Great ,real fishing no bull,just truth,thank you

[@howardskinner3405]

Nice video. I just found your channel. I appreciate the detail on terminal tackle - leader size, hook size etc. I also use the salmon/steelhead rods. Spinning versions are nice. I also use casting version with Abu Garcia round reels. Very nice to cast. Good luck with the channel.

[@BamaBeachBum]

Glad you found it! Hope it helps you put a few more in the cooler!

[@traceymatula5512]

We share the whiting passion at least some of us down in south Texas. My Dad and I love the whiting best eating, fun to catch.

[@P8intballEvans]

I target whiting with 9ft surf rods, 1/0 circle hooks, sometimes J hooks and usually 3oz weight....most days where I'm at they are a little farther off the beach and more current than a 2500 setup can handle ...

[@bobgill4069]

Do you every use those Steelhead/Salmon rods to throw lures in the surf? I know throwing a topwater would be close to impossible but maybe a spoon, soft plastics, jerkbaits, lipless crankbaits, or bucktails? I can only get to the surf a few times a year and like to throw lures and bait. Thanks. Great videos.

[@werftv4580]

zero whiting here on the west coast.. we do have corbina, YFC, and a bunch of other vermin, I wonder if this rig would work on the open surf here. definitely not where I fish deep in the reefs along the kelp, but hey.. seem like a good rig to me.. and yes, the salmon/steelhead rod is the way to go for sure..

[@BamaBeachBum]

I’m curious about corbina. I believe you have told me before they look a lot like our whiting.

[@werftv4580]

@@BamaBeachBum look very similar, get to around 30 inches, fight like hell too. They are VERY line and presentation shy though, unlike a whiting, most big ones are caught by guys sight fishing with a VERY gentle cast in extremely skinny water, sometimes you will see them eating sand crabs in just an inch or two of water.. pretty amazing fish..

[@diegomotta735]

great video!! What do you use next to the hook?

[@jimbolton4424]

I'm down for Saturday the 29th through the 1st and want try to get some surf fishing in. Do you think the weather is going to be decent enough? Also do you have a video on fileting whiting. I have done but not well.. Thanks for your videos!

[@BamaBeachBum]

It’s the best chance we’ve had in the last several days. The surf conditions look more favorable and there is less of a chance of storms.

[@MrKuuya1]

Dude ... haters gonna hate. Keep doing what you do. You are an inspiration. Stay safe. much love to you and your family.

[@MrJdorrington]

Jeez, some people are so caught up in convention. "Are you doing it wrong?" is a rhetorical question and all my beach bum man is doing - apart from catching fish - is suggesting an alternative. I chuck light gear into a gutter, too. Great fun. People need to lighten up - literally and metaphorically. Enjoyed the video, thanks.

[@SWFL_FISHING_239]

Crazy how this year ive caught a good hand up of whiting. Deff got diff types this year saltfishing

[@DGaming__]

I'm takin a trip down there in September. Do you have any pointers on what fish would be good in that season? Tryin to catch eatin fish and anything worth the experience

[@edward0646]

can you show how you tie your rig ? looks interesting. I'm from west coast, we use carolina rig.

[@friendlystranger167]

I don't know anything about fishing, but was considered for the lead as a piece of bait in a school play. Plan to move to Mobile County round August, was thinking of learning to catch Shrimp and Mullet (I throw a small net well (Physical Therapy), just don't fish). It would be a bonus to get a few Whiting while wading for mullet. If someone could help with some questions I wouldn't be so dumb. How far out/deep do these Whiting hang out? Can't see how far you are casting on my screen. Can they be seen in the surf? Are they fast? Could they be cast netted in the surf sight throwing, like for mullet? Will they gather at a chum tube in surf? Is a 1 and 1/4" mesh to big? Any info. appreciated. Thanks.

[@gregwright5343]

I catch them in South Jersey surf, not as big as the ones you caught. We call them kingfish, they call them whiting in North Jersey. Great eating.

[@Garden4Cheap]

Coming over from Arms family homestead. I appsoultly love fishing.

[@BamaBeachBum]

Welcome to the channel!

[@bosmls]

Try a sabiki rig with shrimp or cut small pieces of whiting the size of your pinkie . Surprisingly whitings hit it hard. If you’re lucky you can get a red fish.

[@keithdubose2150]

It looked like your circle hook was on the dropper loop from outside the bight, you will have a better hook up ratio if you push the loop in from inside the bight of the hook

[@FishGum]

I enjoyed the video brother! I am curious how does an Alabama freshwater fisherman become so fluent in Surf Fishing in such a short period of time? Who has influenced you the most? I know for me I have my Uncle, Captain Bill Sims who taught me everything I know about surf fishing. We are all passed down great information and I bet there is someone out there who has helped you.

[@BamaBeachBum]

I’m still learning so much. I’ve got a long way to go. I know guys around here that are light years ahead of me. But my start was learning on KZbin. I learned basics like knot tying, gear, where to start by consuming tons of KZbin content on saltwater fishing. Then I learned by asking questions and following groups on Facebook like a hawk! Lol I spent time with a local guide Dusty Hayes to help me put some things together. Then time on the water myself. Starting a KZbin channel and being committed to post 1 video per week rapidly slingshotted my growth by being consistent on the water. I’ve always been a leap first type personality so jumping into guiding wasn’t a scary thing for me. That’s only of course continued to expand my rapid growth. So I would point to 1. The digital age 2. Time on the water 3. Consistency, more than any one person. I didn’t have anyone to show me, I just had to figure it out everywhere I could.

[@FishGum]

Bama Beach Bum, thanks for the lengthy reply, I can say for me your channel is a must WATCH if anyone like your past suggests wants to get into the basics and the best in surf fishing techniques! Keep it up, your making people successful and passing on what it takes to bring tasty fish home whether on vacation or living local and getting into surf fishing!

[@bobravenscraft5376]

Surf is straight forward pretty much fresh shrimp works everytime squid is offshore bait but it stays on hook like rubber sometimes they are picky