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Going to the Gulf this weekend. Anybody want to help out a newbie to king fishing from the pier? It would be greatly appreciated! I have fished the pier many times but never for the kings at the end. Wanting to give it a try and learn how to do it the right way!
You will find plenty of people to help you out most everyone is willing to help. Just watch for a while and ask questions on anything you don't understand.
Me and little brother will be down Friday & Saturday, look for a pier cart with Hossfly on it. We are new also but will share anything that we have learned. :fishing:
the locals are great as long as you are willing to listen and learn. they sure made this tennessee boy and my family feel welcome.
I will be there and i will be glad to get you started. I will be wearing overalls and an Auburn hat. I know a little and will be glad to show you the little that i know.
Guys I am glad I found this site. Never seen so many people willing to help a new guy out. I appreciate it. I will be sending some pm's this weekend when we get down there.
[font=comic sans ms][size=12pt]Drummond, you picked a good weekend to get some help and meet a few forum members. This weekend is the first anniversary of our little forum and we have suggested that those who make it out to the pier on Saturday bring something to share for share such as chicken, pizza, cake, pie, etc… for lunch on the Octi, but not mandatory. Hope to see at the pier.
Here is a link to the thread:
http://www.gulfshorespierfishing.com...t-anniversary/
Fin I would love to meet you there but we are driving Saturday. I might can get in the later afternoon and I will be sure to bring something if I can make it!
I am going to Bass Pro tonight to pick a couple of things up. Getting 7-6 mh spinning combo, probably #17 line?, 7 strand wire leader, and 4/0 circles? Anything I need to add?
From what I understand basically my freshwater gear will work for flounder, reds, and trout. Just new to the Mackerel side of things.
if your new to mackerel fishing might want to start with a treble...
but if you do use a circle.. DO NOT SET THE HOOK...
What size trebel? I am new to mackerel but I have used circle hooks before. But I am sure that a trebel will be better. I need all the help I can get so 3 hooks is better than 1!
depends on the type of bait used... down to #6 for small baits and up to 2/0 for hardtails/spanish...
most common probably#2 or #4
Ok great. Thanks.
[size=12pt]Grab a handful of their .99 cent sabiki rigs and some #2 - 3X or 4X trebles. Not stainless![/size]
Listen to what you're told and if the bite is on you stand a good chance of at least getting a hook up. Landing a hooked king is never a sure thing, so don't get frustrated if you lose a few before decking one. Best bet is just to smile and say, "Thanks for the advice" when someone offers to help - whether you plan on taking the advice or not.. :poke1:
I'd never accuse anyone of being touchy...... :nyd:
Ok will do Fin. I have already bought a few Gotcha's for some spanish. What colors are best on those?
I can assure you that I won't reject any advice!
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[size=12pt]Grab a handful of their .99 cent sabiki rigs [/size]
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Is there a particular color on the sabikis that works better than others? I was having a very hard time catching bait last week when I was seeing other people catching.
I do best with #10 gold hooks
The best for small LYs are the ones with small hooks and flies.
the ones @ BPS are no longer $.99 but $1.29 and they have the small green beads ::)
They are OK for larger LYs, Spanish Sardines and hardtails.
Like Peaches suggested small gold hooks (#8 or #10) are going to be a good (and cheaper alternative).
Thanks Peaches and Pier #er
btw, not as imprtant here... but piers to the east line size is extremely important on gold hook rigs... i use 4 or 6 lb floro on my gold hooks... and it makes a huges difference with cigs.....
also i like to use as small of a weight as possible... normally 1/4 ounce
I was using 4lb Pline green mono and 1/2 oz weight. I thought about going to a larger reel after a remora bit my rig Saturday and nearly spooled me. I had never heard of a remora hitting a sabiki before.
Ok guys, I will probably pick those up down there. Let J&M show me what to get!
One last question. What length rod should I get? I said 7-6 but have no problem going longer. Would 8' or even 9' be better?
[font=comic sans ms][size=12pt]I would go with the 7’ 6” or 8’ for a King rod. The best advice I can give you is to go to J & M Tackle when you get down here and tell the experts what kind of fishing you want to do. I guarantee you that they will match you up with what you need. J & M has the best selection of combos in all price ranges I have seen anywhere including BPS.
Their advice and products are rock solid; and the advice is free!
I do plan on making a stop at J & M. I have a part time job at BPS here im Memphis so the discount is why I am kinda married to here on my bigger purchases. Again Fin thanks for the advice!
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One last question. What length rod should I get? I said 7-6 but have no problem going longer. Would 8' or even 9' be better?
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+1 to check out the rods @ J&M.
You can 'feel' for yourself which one is right FOR YOU!
And I can personally attest that BPS doesn't have any combos for a better price than J&M ??? :headbang:
;) :D