Comments on: What sort of fishing rods are used while fishing in the ocean? http://anglingweather.com/blog/what-sort-of-fishing-rods-are-used-while-fishing-in-the-ocean/ Tue, 22 May 2012 03:11:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7 hourly 1 By: Peter_AZ http://anglingweather.com/blog/what-sort-of-fishing-rods-are-used-while-fishing-in-the-ocean/comment-page-1/#comment-6782 Peter_AZ Tue, 08 Jun 2010 19:40:48 +0000 http://anglingweather.com/blog/what-sort-of-fishing-rods-are-used-while-fishing-in-the-ocean/#comment-6782 Most name-brand freshwater tackle will stand up to the salt, as long as you rinse it with fresh water after a day fishing. I've caught good fish in the ocean using everything from an 8-pound test freshwater spinning outfit to a heavy 80-pound test trolling outfit. It all depends where you're going and what you're after. For what it's worth, for a basic inshore trip summer in southern California, I'd recommend a largish spinning or baitcasting outfit, or midsized conventional outfit, with 15-20 pound line, though if larger fish (yellowtail, white seabass) are biting, or if you're heading offshore for tuna, you might want to go a bit heavier. In other parts of the country your needs will be different. As for brands, Penn is the old standby, Daiwa and Shimano make high-quality saltwater gear as well. As for sharks and live bait: Just about every fish will eat live bait (sardines, anchovies, mackerel, etc.) as it's their natural food. Sharks will eat it, too, but you're no more likely to get a shark with live vs. dead bait. Most of the sharks you're likely to see will be the small, basically harmless bottom-dwellers, these you just unhook and release. If you get a big shark and don't want it, either break it off beside the boat or clip the line (assuming it hasn't bit through your line already).<a href="http://www.bigguitarshop.com/amps-84987"> Peter_AZ</a> Most name-brand freshwater tackle will stand up to the salt, as long as you rinse it with fresh water after a day fishing. I’ve caught good fish in the ocean using everything from an 8-pound test freshwater spinning outfit to a heavy 80-pound test trolling outfit. It all depends where you’re going and what you’re after.

For what it’s worth, for a basic inshore trip summer in southern California, I’d recommend a largish spinning or baitcasting outfit, or midsized conventional outfit, with 15-20 pound line, though if larger fish (yellowtail, white seabass) are biting, or if you’re heading offshore for tuna, you might want to go a bit heavier. In other parts of the country your needs will be different.

As for brands, Penn is the old standby, Daiwa and Shimano make high-quality saltwater gear as well.

As for sharks and live bait: Just about every fish will eat live bait (sardines, anchovies, mackerel, etc.) as it’s their natural food. Sharks will eat it, too, but you’re no more likely to get a shark with live vs. dead bait. Most of the sharks you’re likely to see will be the small, basically harmless bottom-dwellers, these you just unhook and release. If you get a big shark and don’t want it, either break it off beside the boat or clip the line (assuming it hasn’t bit through your line already). Peter_AZ

]]> By: ussoldier202 http://anglingweather.com/blog/what-sort-of-fishing-rods-are-used-while-fishing-in-the-ocean/comment-page-1/#comment-6781 ussoldier202 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:31:40 +0000 http://anglingweather.com/blog/what-sort-of-fishing-rods-are-used-while-fishing-in-the-ocean/#comment-6781 depends on the species, where you are going, how much you want spend and other things. Shimano is at the top for big game fish but are pricey. If you are going deep sea fish I would recomend the Shimano Tallus they range from $130 to $1000. Stay away from walmart combos go to a reputable marine or sporting goods store and expain to the saleman what your wanting to do and your price range. Dont buy anything online, This is very important you need to feel the rod in your hands to see if its comfortable Trust me you could be fighting a fish for over 2 hours and you want a comfortable rod.For the Shark question, if you hook a good size shark have fun with it they dont give up easily, dont try to remove the hook with your hands, if your not going to keep it dont bring it on the boat they can cause damage and injury when in a boat when they start thrashing around, if you have to just cut the leader as close to the hook as you safely can the hook will come out or rust out on its own. Good luck<a href="http://www.popwebshop.com/music/"> ussoldier202</a> depends on the species, where you are going, how much you want spend and other things. Shimano is at the top for big game fish but are pricey. If you are going deep sea fish I would recomend the Shimano Tallus they range from $130 to $1000. Stay away from walmart combos go to a reputable marine or sporting goods store and expain to the saleman what your wanting to do and your price range. Dont buy anything online, This is very important you need to feel the rod in your hands to see if its comfortable Trust me you could be fighting a fish for over 2 hours and you want a comfortable rod.For the Shark question, if you hook a good size shark have fun with it they dont give up easily, dont try to remove the hook with your hands, if your not going to keep it dont bring it on the boat they can cause damage and injury when in a boat when they start thrashing around, if you have to just cut the leader as close to the hook as you safely can the hook will come out or rust out on its own. Good luck ussoldier202

]]> By: Will http://anglingweather.com/blog/what-sort-of-fishing-rods-are-used-while-fishing-in-the-ocean/comment-page-1/#comment-6780 Will Sat, 05 Jun 2010 03:21:31 +0000 http://anglingweather.com/blog/what-sort-of-fishing-rods-are-used-while-fishing-in-the-ocean/#comment-6780 It depends on the species, but a good overall salt-water rod and reel manufacturer is penn. if your going lighter use a saltwater abu or shimano. they all make rods and reels.<a href="http://www.resumeminers.com/online-degree/colleges-by-state.htm"> Will</a> It depends on the species, but a good overall salt-water rod and reel manufacturer is penn. if your going lighter use a saltwater abu or shimano. they all make rods and reels. Will

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