The
trials of surf fishing
Surf
fishing for salt water fish is one of the most grueling angling sports
there is. The body is physically taxed by the skills required and the
constant throwing and pulling motions of casting during surf fishing.
It can take many hours of training before you catch your first salt
water fish using this method, so be prepared to put in your time.
Often, you cannot learn proper casting simply from using a book; a
human guide can be necessary to demonstrate procedures.
Surf
fishing requires a good stance and a good tackle set-up on the beach.
Salt water fish sometimes prefer larger distances from shore so your
ability to achieve great distances with your cast is also important.
Surf
fishing tips
The
key to surf fishing is the cast. Savvy salt water fish will not bite
at the lure on the end of a poor cast, especially if the presentation
differs from their natural prey animals. You should train yourself
until a great off-the-ground cast is practically automatic. The stance
of this cast has been deconstructed and studied many times, so do not
become frustrated if it does not come naturally to you. Practice,
practice, practice!
Surf fishing is a seasonal activity
in a lot of locations, and success is often all in the timing. Salt
water fish will come into shallow water to feed only at certain times
of the day and in certain seasons. Many of their natural prey, such as
soft crabs, clams, and mollusks, are revealed in waves and eddies in
the spring and summer shallows of the ocean.
So in addition to learning the
physical behaviors of successful surf fishing, you’ll also want to put
in some time figuring out the best times to try it where you live.
Learn which salt water fish are prevalent in your area, and focus on
catching them.
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