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<blockquote data-quote="Crosshairy" data-source="post: 5084777" data-attributes="member: 3202"><p>I think we are probably using the same thing, but I've never heard them called that <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" />. I prefer the no-roll sinkers (flat, tear-drop shaped) over pyramids, but I guess it just depends on how you are rigging up. I have one rod rigged up just as rukiddin describes at all times. Also, don't go too big on your hook size if fishing for surf fish, as too many folks think everything in the ocean has an enormous mouth. I use hooks that would be suitable for big bream on my surf rods, because many times you are chasing after stuff that is in the 1-5 lb weight class. If you have a rod you are putting further out with cut bait for something bigger, then you might step up to a sturdy catfish-quality hook or more.</p><p></p><p>Be careful about trying to cast really heavy weights - flinging a 3-oz sinker into the surf has broken many lines. An old rule of thumb that I was taught was that you need 10 lbs of line rating for every 1 oz of casting weight, especially on longer surf rods. I have definitely broken off several heavier surf weights while trying to cast them a long way on my 20-lb braided line.</p><p></p><p>For bait, fresh shrimp is good but will get your hook picked clean pretty fast by little pinfish and such. If you buy fresh shrimp, they get mushy over time. Salt them heavily and keep your bulk bait in the refrigerator, just taking enough for a single trip with you. That way it all doesn't go bad at once. Cut small pieces of the shrimp off and use a piece that's maybe the size of your thumbnail on the hook when fishing for surf fish.</p><p></p><p>For backup bait, I'd by Fish Bites (shrimp flavor) or one of the knock-off brands like Fish Gum. It's like the saltwater equivalent of PowerBait. You can cut it into little squares (I use little scissors) to add color to existing bait, or cut a slightly longer piece and use that solo. Some folks swear that it will sometimes out-fish natural bait for pompano (probably just the bright color at the right time).</p><p></p><p>Good luck!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Crosshairy, post: 5084777, member: 3202"] I think we are probably using the same thing, but I've never heard them called that :D. I prefer the no-roll sinkers (flat, tear-drop shaped) over pyramids, but I guess it just depends on how you are rigging up. I have one rod rigged up just as rukiddin describes at all times. Also, don't go too big on your hook size if fishing for surf fish, as too many folks think everything in the ocean has an enormous mouth. I use hooks that would be suitable for big bream on my surf rods, because many times you are chasing after stuff that is in the 1-5 lb weight class. If you have a rod you are putting further out with cut bait for something bigger, then you might step up to a sturdy catfish-quality hook or more. Be careful about trying to cast really heavy weights - flinging a 3-oz sinker into the surf has broken many lines. An old rule of thumb that I was taught was that you need 10 lbs of line rating for every 1 oz of casting weight, especially on longer surf rods. I have definitely broken off several heavier surf weights while trying to cast them a long way on my 20-lb braided line. For bait, fresh shrimp is good but will get your hook picked clean pretty fast by little pinfish and such. If you buy fresh shrimp, they get mushy over time. Salt them heavily and keep your bulk bait in the refrigerator, just taking enough for a single trip with you. That way it all doesn't go bad at once. Cut small pieces of the shrimp off and use a piece that's maybe the size of your thumbnail on the hook when fishing for surf fish. For backup bait, I'd by Fish Bites (shrimp flavor) or one of the knock-off brands like Fish Gum. It's like the saltwater equivalent of PowerBait. You can cut it into little squares (I use little scissors) to add color to existing bait, or cut a slightly longer piece and use that solo. Some folks swear that it will sometimes out-fish natural bait for pompano (probably just the bright color at the right time). Good luck! [/QUOTE]
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