![]() Thanks for asking Zachary! So hands down my favorite saltwater reels are Penn, we have a lot of admiration for the brand and they are one of our inspirations for making the quality fishing tackle we do. The Fish Finder Rig and all the other beach fishing tackle you need can be found in our Surf Fishing Kit ![]() These aggressive trophies will rarely have an issue taking your cut bait next to a foam float. I peg on a foam float when the fishing is hot and I want to avoid having a bare hook when there is an opportunity for Sharks, Bluefish, Stripers and Bull Drum. However, pegging a float on your leader is not ideal for picky species like Snook. This addition will raise your bait above the sea floor where crabs lurk, and will ward off pests like sea-cats with its larger profile. ![]() If you are having issues losing your bait to countless pickings by crustaceans, or other non-targeted fish species, add a Foam Peg Float a few inches away from your hook. ![]() Cutting the bait will release oils and maximize scents that are more important to the success of the rig than the presentation of a full sized bait-fish. If only Live Bait is available, I recommended cutting it anyways into the above mentioned sizes. The bottom bouncing will kill the liveliness of the bait within a few minutes. Live Bait is less practical for this rig. Using a cast-net is another more advanced method for procuring bait for cut rigs. Some tackle shops will have fresh bunker or mullet when available. The Fish Finder Rig is best used with Cut Bait, available for purchase at most coastal Walmarts and tackle shops. Recommended Cut Bait: Bunker (East Coast), Mullet (Gulf Coast) Where to get Cut Bait You should primarily use Cut Bait in 1″ x 2″ and 1″ x 3″ chunks. Species: Striped Bass, Red Drum, Snook, Tarpon, Cobiaįish Finder Rig: 8/0 Circle Hook, 36″ Steel Leader #80 Lb., 8MM Dia. Smaller Shark: Same as above, but increase leader length to 36″. Species: Striped Bass, Red Drum, Flounder, Sea Trout, Bluefish, Snookįish Finder Rig: 5/0 Circle Hook, 18″ Steel Leader #40 Lb., 8 MM Dia. The above diagram of components is going to cover the majority of what an average angler would target in the surf. Lets the Fish Connect: The Pyramid Sinker is threaded to your main line by a Sinker Slide so when a fish does take your bait it connects directly to your surf rod via your line. Sinker Kicks Sand: The sinker will gradually move, which is good because it kicks up poofs of sand that imitates a wounded bait-fish in front of your presentation.īait Bounces Bottom: At the other end of your leader, your bait will be bouncing up and down off of the bottom like a wounded bait-fish as it reacts against the current versus the sinker. How does the Fish Finder Rig Work?įights the Current: A heavy Pyramid Sinker in the front of the rig holds your presentation near the bottom, resisting against the current. You have to battle big waves and high winds over relatively uniform shoreline. That is what makes the Fish Finder Rig so great for Surf Fishing. See our ultimate guide on surf fishing to learn how to identify beach structure and cover. The Fish Finder Rig is primarily used in challenging conditions to attract fish in areas with little cover and minimal structure. Fish Finder Rig is the Most Popular Rig in Surf Fishing
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