Species gear view
Ladyfish
Small jigs or shrimp retrieved through current seams.
Habitats
Beaches, flats, piers, passes
Best bait
Shrimp, small jigs, spoons
Season
Warm months
Tide and time
Outgoing through any moving water · Dusk and after dark around lights
Core Setup
Foundational fishing setup plus the required components for CastPlan's primary rig.
Recommended rig
Jig Head + Soft Plastic
Active searching and covering water
Open Rig Guide1/8-1/4 oz jig heads · 20-25 lb fluorocarbon leader · Inshore braided main line · Paddletails or jerk shads
Other compatible options
Compatible option
Adjustable popping cork
Noise, suspension, and strike-zone control for shallow grass and edges.
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Compatible option
Casting spoon
A long-casting metal search lure for bait schools and open water.
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Compatible option
Gotcha-style plug
A compact, fast metal plug for pier and beach predators.
Open detailRigs this gear view supports
Suggested kits
Ready-made kit checklists
Beginner to Moderate · 8 required
Flats Light Tackle Kit
Keep the flats bag light: one combo, a cork, jig heads, and a few honest lure choices.
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Open kit
Beginner · 4 required
Mackerel Wire Kit
Keep the fast-fish response small: light wire, fast metal, and repeatable checks.
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Open kit