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I'm a newbie that's never pier or surf fished that needs gear. I'm tired of just laying around the beach and room when we come down to Gulf Shores.:D Time to start catching lunch and Dinner!
I strongly prefer rod and reel combo's since I'm not real sure what I need. Any basic gear and/or tackle that I would need, I would be interested in, also. Thanks!
J&M is your go to place for all your beach/pier needs....depending on where your location and travels needs are....I prefer one piece rods but own a few 2 piece that work just as good and on future trips might be the only ones able to bring
PENN Spinfisher V Surf Rod and Reel Combo | Bass Pro Shops
If you want to target 'smaller' species (pompano, whiting, drum, etc.) get the 8 foot Penn Spinfisher V combo with 15" mono or 20# braid,
and if you want to concentrate on 'big game' (bull reds, rays & sharks) get the 9 foot (heavy action) combo and put 20# mono or 40#-65# braid.
$200 may sound like a lot but do yourself a favor, it's likely the last reel you will ever have to buy for beach fishing ;-)
Hope this helps!
+1 on J&M, they can help you get the right leaders, weights & hooks to go with your combo.