Beach and surf

Long casts into the troughs for pompano, whiting and snook.

For Florida Pompano, Gulf Kingfish / Whiting, Snook, Spanish Mackerel

Rod and reel

A long rod keeps your line above the breaking waves and throws the heavier weights surf rigs need.

CastPlan pick: PENN Battle IV spinning rod and reel combo8000 reel · 10 ft · heavy · 2 pieceThe exact 10-foot heavy saltwater combo is a true beach-casting setup rather than a substituted inshore rod.Budget pick: Ugly Stik Bigwater Spinning Combo60 reel · 8 ft · medium · 12–20 lb lineLighter and cheaper than the 10-foot pick. It casts a little less far, which is fine for Gulf beaches.Already have a rod? Skip it.

Line and leader

Heavier surf or predator braid
Better suited to heavier surf weight and longer casts.
30 lb structure leader
Tougher leader for surf abrasion and bottom contact.

Hooks and terminal

Premade or tied high-low rig
Two baits on the bottom in the surf.
Pyramid sinkers
Needed to stay put in sand and sweep.
Inshore circle hooks
For when you switch from the High-Low to a Fish Finder rig.
Optional
Casting spoon
Ready if fast fish push through open water.
Optional

Bait and extras

Sand fleas or Fishbites
A practical bait choice for the main surf targets.
Bait shop
Long-handled pliers
Important for surf fish handling and hook removal.

Goes with

Rigs: High-Low Rig Fish Finder Rig Casting Spoon
Knots: Improved Clinch Knot Surgeon's Knot
Spots: Coquina BeachFort De Soto

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