Thank you for your feedback. I will consider this for a future video!

I was part of the beta year. Same videos and information but the first year it seemed the test was more involved. I renew every year. Don’t want to give FWC an opportunity to ticket me for a FREE permit. It has some good info that googans need to know. I’m a shark fisherman from Tennessee btw. Spend about 6 weeks a year on the sand.

When you're committed to fishing for big game and especially sharks you've got to be smart about your moves. The sport draws enough attention as it is and I fully agree with you. Thanks again for visiting my channel and leaving this comment.

@@EastSideSurfFishing i am a sea farer, not from usa what fish can i target, do i need licence

@@BlackMamba-lt8oe yes you need a FL saltwater/freshwater fishing license you can find all the fish that you are able to harvest and what seasons on my fwc.com

You’re welcome!

Awesome info in your comment here Mike. I’m a satellite beach Berkeley street ex-local! To tell you the truth you think your gear is worthy until that big angry fish shows up and humbles you. I’ve got an 8000 sized reel now that will fare up to some solid sharks now.

I actually love the 12 footers for sharks call me crazy! Matt prefers 10 footers as well. Tight lines and hopefully we can connect on the sand one of these days.

I have 50lb braid how much lb leader should I use

@@THEBIGK4HUN4 just 1 persons opinion. If your target is sharks, I start with at least an 8/0 heavy gauge circle hook. I then use between 18-24 inches of wire leader. Then comes what I consider my shock leader of mono line. The wire is to keep the sharks teeth from cutting thru the line. I've fished without any wire in the past and have had sharks cut thru 300 lbs mono leader in under 2 minutes. The wire is good insurance from their sharp teeth. I personally use 200-300 lbs mono shock leader which goes between the wire leader and my main line. I use approx 3-4 feet of it. Sharks have very tough fins and skin. The 200-300 lbs mono line keeps the body of the shark from cutting thru my line. If you get a spinner shark or super aggressive Blacktip that likes to jump and breach the water, this mono leader will also help play the role of a shock absorber when they spin and jump. Then I'd tie all that into your 50 lbs braid main line. I'm not sure what size reel you'll be working with, but you'll want to make sure you have at least 250 yards of braided line. OR.... If your in the Melbourne FL area after July 25th 2022, shoot me a response and I'll personally show you how I put my rigs together and we can consider doing some early evening surf fishing together

Mike! Hope you see this, new to saltwater just moved to Melbourne from Minnesota, you in the area?

So nice of you!

Thanks Ray! Glad you enjoyed it.

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Go get em! 👍🏽 let me know if there’s anything I can do to help you out with this goal.

Thank You!

Not for Destin man that’s out of my area. Best of luck!

I was fishing just a bit south of the inlet. This wind has been terrible for our water quality but if you can make it to Sebastian or further south you’ll find way more quality fish. Lots of sharks in the surf right now for the migration.

I'm hoping the wind and water get better in March/April. I caught a lot of fish and sharks last year those months! Thanks for the reply.

Yes, you saw me cast it and catch a shark from the cast. Get out there and give it a shot Google is your friend for learning or you can book a lesson with me surffishflorida.com

Night time is best during the summer, not too familiar with the gulf surf fishing but you have to go out a lot further to find the sharks from what I know. Best of luck 🤞

I like to fish around the inlets for sharks because they are a hotspot for baitfish and usually hold more predators.

@@EastSideSurfFishing what beach is that

12 ft surf fishing rod, I haven’t tried to fish lures with this rod but they would work.

It's going to be better to buy 65lb and more

Just about the only time I charter fish for them. You are correct.

A couple Years of distance casting heavy weight. I know the sweet spots on my rods so I usually just load them and throw with technique vs power. Some folks use a glove or casting glove, which will definitely be needed if your hands have been wet and soggy.

@@EastSideSurfFishing ok good to known thanks.

@@RedLineEveryGear I use a short piece of hydraulic line that fits my finger, then put it in my pocket. Cheaper than a fancy glove...

I’d use 80 pound to fish from a bridge or anywhere there may be structure. You’re gonna need the extra strength if you get into a tight spot. Now you can definitely catch most sharks on 50. Heck I use 30 a lot! But… you’re gonna wanna be ready for a big one kinda how I lost one in this video.

This is a 12 foot Kunnan surf rod not sure of the specs.

@@EastSideSurfFishing yeah, im catching plenty of bonnetheads and juvenile black tips with my 50lb braid on my 10ft rod rated for up to 65lb braid. im aiming to go for adult reefer sharks which requires 80lb+ to safely and reliably haul them onto the pier. do you think i could use 80lb braid on the reel and rod without ruining the equipment?

@@basurababy start with 80, go up if you run into trouble and best of luck 🤙🏽

Yes you are

There is no "legal minimum limit" for line.

It says 80 in the course