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Originally Posted by YellaBlazer
I usually start on rigs with 50ft+ of water. Distance from shore will depend on what area you're fishing. You can use cut bait (spanish sardines are my favorite) or live bait.
You're mainly going to have to focus on your gear. I find that heavier spinning tackle is the best way to go. I have 5500 series reels on 7ft XH rods. They're spooled with 50lb power pro. From there, I'll tie on a flourocarbon leader. The size and length of your leader will be dependent on the water clarity. I generally start with 10ft of 40# and move up or down from there. A rule of thumb I use is that the cleaner the water, the longer and lighter the leader has to be. I use 3/0 Mustad demon perfect 1x strong circle hooks. I find bigger hooks make the bait fall too fast and the mangroves will avoid it.
Give this a try next time you go out and let us know how you do.
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This is the way to do it. Move around the rig till you find them. I like up current but they can be on any side. Don't over chum. Croakers are the best live bait. Hook em between the dorsal fin and the head. Spanish sardines are my favorite cut bait too. I use 8000 and 12000 shimano reels on xh jigging rods