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Saltwater fishing varies a great deal from freshwater fishing. For
starters you must have significantly stronger and heavier tackle and
equipment than that used by most freshwater fishermen.
There are several categories of saltwater fishing discussed in this
article.
First, there is the light-medium category which would include fishing
for species such as Spotted Sea Trout and smaller Snook and Redfish.
These fish and others in this category are typically caught in bays and
other similar estuaries. Also in this category would be inshore fish
such as the Pompano. If you are fishing for these species to eat them,
be aware that in the summer months trout and redfish will usually
contain worms.
A spinning reel in the class of a Penn 710 or 712, or 4500ss spooled
with a good quality 10 pound test monofilament line is a good choice
here along with light to medium action rod. Penn makes good quality
reels that will hold up to the harsh saltwater fishing environment.
For terminal tackle you will first want to tie a shock leader of about
18 inches using 20 pound test line or fluorocarbon. Fluorocarbon is a
little more expensive but is less visible to the fish. Attach the
leader tying line to line or use a saltwater rated barrel swivel. For
the hook you will want to go with a 6/0, preferably an Eagle Claw.
Another category of saltwater fishing is the medium to heavy category
for species such as Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and smaller Jacks.
These fish are generally found in the nearshore regions of the Gulf of
Mexico and on the Lower East Coast. Smaller "schoolie" King Mackerel
under the legal size limit of 24" could be in this class as well.
Be sure to consult a saltwater species book for telling the difference
between the juvenile Kingfish and large Spanish. They look very
similar. The easiest way to tell the difference is that the Spanish
Mackerel will have a "black flag", referring to the anterior portion of
its dorsal fin where the King Mackerel, with the exception of very
young fish, does not. Another more reliable way to tell is by looking
at the lateral line that runs down the body. In a Spanish Mackerel this
line drops gradually behind the pectoral fin whereas in the King
Mackerel the line drops off sharply.
Equip yourself with a Penn 704 or similar size to be on the safe side
spooled with 12-15 lb test coupled with a thin wire leader of 20lb test
or so. Check your local fishing regulations for the appropriate hook,
in Florida a small treble like a 2/0 is used.
Enjoy your fishing trip. With the inshore net bans these species have
come back abundantly and you are all but guaranteed to find some. Just
remember, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, and King Mackerel are migratory so
you will have to check the seasonal availability for these fish.
Good luck and tight lines!
Article Source: http://www.articleplanet.co.uk
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