Surf Fishing | What You Need to Get Started

Ever ask yourself what do I need to buy to start surf fishing? In this video I go over all the gear you will need so you can get on the beach and have successful trips. I try and keep this list as minimal as possible and only include the absolute essentials.
Gear I use:
Fishbites
The Sinker Guy Sputniks
Beach Runner Surf Rod 9'
H20 Xpress Surf Rod 12'
Penn Battle II 5000 Reel
Penn Battle III DX 5000 Reel
GoPro Hero 9 Black
Owner Mutu Light Circle Hooks
Sufix 832 Braid
Berkley Big Game Mono

[@davebardsley278]

I’ve been a pen guy for years, my brother actually bought me a new Penn Rod, pretty cool, haven’t used it yet, will use it this year

[@des8321]

I haven't been surf fishing since I was a kid. I'm 60 yo now, live by the beach and going to give it a try. Thanks for keeping it simple. Thanks Justin

[@JustinReedFishing]

Good luck out there!

[@frank557]

Excellent advice Justin! Gonna start this video over again and write up a check list for my next surf fishing trip!

[@JustinReedFishing]

Thanks! Hope you get on some sweet fish!

[@Floridamarty]

Nice video. I already been surf fishing for years but this helps out a beginner for sure. Very kind of you to make the video. Tight lines!

[@JustinReedFishing]

Thanks. Good luck out there!

[@ronweaver6731]

awesome video for snow birds

[@Alex-gb8lg]

Enjoyed your video and laughed a few times. Thank you.

[@mrceooohiforget4810]

I think this video is just for more than just surf fishing very nice vid

[@moderneprimitives1510]

thank you so much! Really informative!

[@robdishjr4912]

I had a battle 3dx in the 3000 size for my inshore fishing and I loved it so much I bought a 5000 size to surf fish with. I like it more than my spinfisher or my slammer

[@touka6456]

Thank you best video I’ve found I plan on starting next week! Looking at rods and reels so much information

[@JustinReedFishing]

Appreciate it. Good luck out there!

[@GMBoehler]

Great job, dude. 👍🏻 Thanks!

[@JustinReedFishing]

Thanks and you're welcome.

[@xeojx]

June of 44!!! Love that band! Live on the east coast of FL and going to start surf fishing. Great video!

[@JustinReedFishing]

Love some June of 44. Drove to Knoxville a few years back to see them live. Good luck out there on the beach!

[@edwardcantillo7243]

I live on Long Island NY and surf fishing the south shore. My Experience has not been all that great but I am not giving up. It seems that I am always either too late or too early every time I go to the beach but I am getting ready for the spring season, can’t wait

[@JustinReedFishing]

I've never fished up that way. You ever catch any stripped bass? Seen some videos from up that way doing that. I am ready for spring too! Cold is no fun for fishing and the sun goes down way to early. Hope your luck changes soon and thanks for watching!

[@timothyodom6909]

I like your video and how simple you made it for us.

[@JustinReedFishing]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck out there!

[@robertorivera8940]

Great video man thank you for your time very well explained.

[@JustinReedFishing]

Glad to help. Good luck!

[@saltwateryankees2000]

Great video! You forgot to recommend meeting up with friends to fish with. 😉Very informative and on point!!!

[@JustinReedFishing]

Yea a buddy to fish with is always better. Thanks!

[@flapjackson6077]

Justin, excellent advice all around. I’ll mention that a Bandaid on your casting finger can prevent a severe cut if you happen to forget to tighten the drag before casting! I learned the hard way some years ago! Ever since, I put a bandaid or two on my index finger, and it works! Lol.

[@JustinReedFishing]

Can't say I've never sliced my finger open after casting with a loose drag. Band aids work great for that!

[@thetruthgodcountry5052]

I'm a veteran surf fisherman East Coast of Florida. Out of curiosity I watched your video and actually it's really good for someone just starting out. The only correction I have is that tsunami makes Pompano rigs that are sold at Walmart for about two-and-a-half dollars and they're not bad but I do change out the corks and replace them with circle hooks. Besides that you're 100% spot-on

[@JustinReedFishing]

Appreciate it! Yea those tsunami one are not that bad. Good luck out there!

[@roystephens568]

Great video Justin. I’m glad to be a new subscriber.

[@JustinReedFishing]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks Roy!

[@greglopez4853]

Great video!! I'm in Fort Walton and getting into surf fishing

[@JustinReedFishing]

Awesome! Hope this video helped you out and you get one some fish! Good luck out there.

[@luisbaez9278]

Really enjoying your videos. Starting out with my son. We live in FWB and these videos are great.

[@JustinReedFishing]

Hope you get on some fat Pompano!

[@luisbaez9278]

@@JustinReedFishing❤

[@FarrahGerwing]

My travel rods are a 11 ft 5 piece Diawa Ardito rated 2 to 6 oz with a 6500 Diawa Saltist spinner with 500 yards of 50 lb braid, 60 lb topshot...and a 7 ft 3 piece Penn Battle 3 4000 travel combo,with 270 yards of 30 lb braid, 30 lb topshot....and a 4 piece fenwick 4 to 10 lb with a 3000 diawa fuego with 15 lb braid 20lb topshot

[@JustinReedFishing]

Nice setups!

[@phillyman5000]

Thanks for this great video dude!! I freshwater fish and have a Penn Reel as well as others. Love my Penn Reel!! I have been thinking about surf fishing and fishing in St Pete on the beach and the bay!! Looks like fun and different fish to catch than freshwater!! My first love is freshwater fishing but surf fishing will be a nice change!! :)

[@JustinReedFishing]

Something special about surf fishing from the beach. Hope you have a great time and good luck in St. Pete!

[@phillyman5000]

@@JustinReedFishing Yea, there is some of the best freshwater fishing here in Florida and I love it now that I'm retired.....figured I'd learn how to surf fish and go after some bigger saltwater fish!! :)

[@larrykoonce2851]

Enjoy the video just found your page and I fish with the beach runner rods too 10 foot

[@JustinReedFishing]

Thanks! Those Beach Runners are pretty nice for the price.

[@drewzy2008]

Thanks. I have no idea what I'm doing. Just moved 2 FL & some friends are coming down to do it... I don't want 2 look like a total fool. This will definitely help. 🤞🏾

[@JustinReedFishing]

Glad to help out. Good luck!

[@rik4369]

Check the liscenes requirement for all your visitors. Fines can be high in my state. Also if your a rookie like me get an app or fishing guide from the local Tackle Shop. I can't tell the difference in any fish without my little book. The Fish and Game personal don't have time for excuses. Their job is to caught people in violation of state laws. Fishermen around you are a great source of knowledge too. Especially the Ole Gruff looking Dude with leather like skin. Strike up a conversation and remember they know the area better than you do. Good Luck!

[@rpb1961]

Great video, I'm getting a crash course before vacation. Thanks

[@JustinReedFishing]

Glad to help. Good luck!

[@andrewclix..photography3146]

That was so helpful, 🎉 I subscribed 🎉

[@JustinReedFishing]

Appreciate it!

[@gradywilson6400]

Great video

[@JustinReedFishing]

Appreciate it!

[@robdishjr4912]

Also what iv always done is buy a small sewing kit and use the roll out tape. They don't rust and hold up won't get jammed up with sand

[@JustinReedFishing]

Good call. I might just have to go through my wife's kit and see if she has a few haha.

[@robdishjr4912]

@@JustinReedFishing lmfao that's what I did too at first and then my wife was like man u gotta buy your own haha

[@JustinReedFishing]

@@robdishjr4912 🤣

[@robdishjr4912]

@JustinReedFishing idk where about you reside but I'm in the gulf shore bama area. Maybe I'll run into ya one day. I surf fish a crap ton

[@JustinReedFishing]

@@robdishjr4912 I fish the Navarre and Pensacola area. I need to do more stuff over in Alabama. I know I'll be hitting Fort Morgan a few times this year. Tight lines!

[@33whodat33]

Just what I was looking for. Thanks! Good video.

[@JustinReedFishing]

Glad to help out. Good luck out there!

[@BeetleBuns]

put some drag grease on your disks, keep that drag running smooth

[@davidcornett8993]

Non-essential equipment question… what are guys using who put up the flags on their cart. I want to fly the Stars and Strips on the beach. I’m guessing it’s PVC, but I’m not sure.

[@JustinReedFishing]

My buddy Brian uses this www.amazon.com/dp/B001JNIHES/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_i_6P0QEARHNWW8EMPJHKEW?pldnSite=1 Seen a few others use an aluminum pole. On the windy days you will need to weigh down your cart. Brian uses a bucket of sand to weigh down his cart.

[@robdishjr4912]

My old man always told me when we would go to the outer banks in North Carolina if u can't hold with 6 ounces its time to just catch a buzz lol

[@JustinReedFishing]

🤣

[@lnang3944]

Mantap. Salam dari indonesia

[@JustinReedFishing]

Halo. Terima kasih telah menonton!

[@FernandoGarcia-sj2fb]

WHERE TO FIND BEACH RUNNER RODS?

[@JustinReedFishing]

www.tackledirect.com/sea-striker-beach-runner-surf-spinning-rods.html

[@FernandoGarcia-sj2fb]

@@JustinReedFishing Thank you

[@drivebyquipper]

I used to be a Penn guy. They were the last reels made in the USA. The Chinese wannabe Penns are crap.

[@robertbrander2074]

WOW ! ..... How much Money did you just spend for trying Surf Fishing ?? .... Why not just Use your regular fishing gear and wash it off ? ... Because , It basically comes down to , some Line , a Hook and some Bait ! ... The rest is skill ......... KISS !

[@JustinReedFishing]

Most the stuff I mentioned is pretty basic fishing gear. Good luck out there!

[@ryeann2567]

Snapped a bass rod last week throwing it into the surf, so I'm gonna buy surf specific equipment

[@mattdg1981]

​@@ryeann2567right? I would hate seeing my st croix mojo bass go to pieces while casting some heavy weight