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Bait Shops BF Recommends
These Baits shops I think are very good and offer a good selection of Live Bait and Frozen. They are informed on shorebound activity's and will gladly offer help to get you catching fish.
They also back all that Boatless Fishing does and also SBFG Shark Tourney so please help them by using them.
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Mullet Run 2020 Mullet Migration lets go fishing in florida

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Fishing was tough today but persevered. Two bluefish (one of them lost to worn line on the flip) and a snook on bottom rig w live sand perch. Sabiki brought sand perch, croaker, 2 juvenile bonefish, 2...

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I have moved the old pier reports to

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20-30lb red caught today from matanzas

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i needs the mullet

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grouperking

« Sun May 11, 2014 8:57 pm
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by grouperking » Tue Apr 15, 2014 7:56 pm

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need help catching mullet, finger mullet anyone know anywhere lmk

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thanks for all the info found a place where there is mullet AND tarpon/ cudas/ snook

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Sun May 11, 2014 8:57 pm
Freshwater Minnows for Saltwater. Legal ?

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by aalkukhun » Wed Apr 09, 2014 10:40 pm

Hey guys,
I usually see freshwater minnows for sale at the local baitshops. I was wondering if they would be both legal and a good idea to use for either Mangroves or anything else really.
Thanks,

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aalkukhun

Wed Apr 09, 2014 10:40 pm
What kind of net?

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« Tue Mar 11, 2014 6:37 pm
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by HumanClaymore » Tue Mar 11, 2014 2:31 pm

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Sorry if this is a repeat. I looked and couldn't find anything covering my questions.

I need to buy a new castnet, as my previous one was shredded (it was just a little 4ft job I planned to upgrade...

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Awesome. Thanks, guys. Fishing can be a bit daunting to a newbie sometimes, especially where equipment is concerned. Good to have a helpful group about :)

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HumanClaymore

Tue Mar 11, 2014 6:37 pm
Bait spot near downtown Miami

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Manny

« Fri Feb 28, 2014 7:48 pm
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by Manny » Mon Feb 24, 2014 7:33 pm

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Can anyone recommend a spot near downtown where I can sabiki some pinfish. I don't need gps coordinates just a general location. It would be nice to load up on bait on my lunch break.

Thanks in...

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try around the 60's i cant beleave your fishing along the bay with nothing to show for it but puffers

I know. All I'm looking for is pinfish

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Manny

Fri Feb 28, 2014 7:48 pm
Where to catch pinfish in the FL Keys?

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« Thu Feb 20, 2014 10:43 pm
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by flsailor » Thu Feb 20, 2014 3:04 pm

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I am new to bridge fishing and so far I have made 2 fishing trips to the keys and used live shrimp in both occasions (I posted a report on my last trip). I am now very interested in trying live...

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like they said, i usually hit the sides and fish for a few to catch some pinfish, i even get a few at the bridges as well from time to time.

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phino

Thu Feb 20, 2014 10:43 pm
Where are all the Live Shrimp?

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« Thu Feb 20, 2014 6:34 pm
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by rickcicc » Sun Feb 09, 2014 4:03 pm

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Does anybody know what has happened to the Live Shrimp population recently? It has been near impossible to find them at local bait shops in the Palm Beach County area for several weeks now. I have not...

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I am surprised at the reports of lack of shrimp. Live shrimp for bait are caught with bottom trawlers so it does not depend on when they are 'running' out of the bays and inlets to be able to catch...

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Thu Feb 20, 2014 6:34 pm
where have thy mullet hid?

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onemullet

« Sat Feb 08, 2014 2:52 am
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by phino » Thu Feb 06, 2014 10:57 am

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Been searching and searching, tried 6 of my spots and only managed to get 3. Are they on vacation or something? =T trying to take my buddy out for some fishing before he leaves town. :bounce: anyone...

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Been searching and searching, tried 6 of my spots and only managed to get 3. Are they on vacation or something? =T trying to take my buddy out for some fishing before he leaves town. :bounce: anyone...

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onemullet

Sat Feb 08, 2014 2:52 am
Catching crab regulations

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Kingofthesea

« Thu Jan 30, 2014 2:11 pm
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by phino » Wed Jan 29, 2014 11:30 am

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Hey everyone, so I found this one spot I want to try and catch some crabs for bait. It's in a canalway and I wanted to know if there were rules and regulations for trying to catch them? I was thinking...

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When I get crabs in the dade it's usually from girls I meet on Calle Ocho. :safe:

Hope you just use those for bait 8)

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Kingofthesea

Thu Jan 30, 2014 2:11 pm
Cast net recommendations

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rbmount

« Fri Jan 10, 2014 5:00 pm
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by Manny » Fri Jan 03, 2014 7:56 pm

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So I wanna start learning to use a cast net for bait. What is a overall good size as far as diameter and mesh size I should look for?

Thanks

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I got a 7 footer and for me, learning, i wish I had went 6' max. I watched many videos on youtube and am doing fairly well with it now.

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rbmount

Fri Jan 10, 2014 5:00 pm
Bait and tackle shop

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Kingofthesea

« Fri Dec 06, 2013 8:54 am
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by JDPA » Tue Oct 29, 2013 9:31 pm

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Looking for a good friendly bait and tackle shop in or near Tamarac

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Agree. My Sponge Bob rod is far superior to the Rocket. Best part is I can leave it in the jeep and nobody seems to want to steal it.

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Kingofthesea

Fri Dec 06, 2013 8:54 am
What Are Greenies?

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Green Tide

« Fri Nov 29, 2013 7:45 pm
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by 20 Pound Mono » Thu Nov 28, 2013 10:36 pm

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Here are two of my favorite live baits; what I call a Greenie, and a Striped Grunt.

What exactly is the proper name for the first. It looks just like a baby Blue Runner. These guys school by the...

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Hopefully you found out they are good bait.

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Green Tide

Fri Nov 29, 2013 7:45 pm
Bait in Palm Beach County

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« Fri Nov 15, 2013 1:11 am
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by snook123 » Mon Jun 24, 2013 2:00 pm

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Saturday the 29th I am going to be fishing an offshore tournament, The Sargent tournament which is a fundraiser for Police Officers with ALS. I was planning to go out one day this week to try to get...

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Thanks

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Fri Nov 15, 2013 1:11 am
sandflea

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« Wed Oct 30, 2013 12:25 pm
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by tears143 » Tue Oct 29, 2013 8:58 pm

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Cook then freeze or just freeze them raw?

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refrigerate them raw for a few days in a heavy(alot of salt) salt brine, then vacuum pack and freeze them. they will be almost as good as alive and they will look like they are still alive.(never as...

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lkatze2

Wed Oct 30, 2013 12:25 pm
lugworms anyone?

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cubapnea

« Thu Sep 26, 2013 8:08 pm
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by cubapnea » Wed Sep 11, 2013 11:08 pm

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Back in my natal country I used to catch lugworms as they are an excellent choice for bait...I have not seen any traces around the keys or the beaches in Miami they normally like sandy areas close to...

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yes sir we all learn something everyday....I have learned a lot from you guys in this forum.
the shape of their burrows is very unique and believe it or not the best way to harvest them is by...

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cubapnea

Thu Sep 26, 2013 8:08 pm
Keeping baitfish alive??

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jettypark28

« Thu Sep 19, 2013 11:45 pm
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by Manny » Thu Sep 19, 2013 7:24 pm

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How long can I keep baitfish, pinfish, etc... alive. I found a good bait spot but its open from 7am to 530pm. Would I be able to keep them alive in an aerator, lets say from 5pm to the next morning?...

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Also freeze up some water bottles and dump them in with your bait...this will cool the
water and keep them alive longer...

Keep your eye on them and get rid of any dead bait...fresh caught Pinfish...

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jettypark28

Thu Sep 19, 2013 11:45 pm
airrator for mullet help

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joenofishhere

« Mon Sep 09, 2013 3:05 pm
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by cantseeme47 » Fri Sep 06, 2013 8:54 pm

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Alright so how do you guys keep your mullet alive. I know how to make a homemade airrator that involes a car battery but the battery is to dam big and bulky. Any alternatives out there?

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2 $10 aerators and a cooler if you don't want a 12V system. Mullet are tough to keep alive, keep that water fresh and give them enough space to swim around some. Don't get greedy and try to keep too...

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joenofishhere

Mon Sep 09, 2013 3:05 pm
gog bugs

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JDPA

« Mon Sep 02, 2013 2:11 pm
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by full-cooler » Tue Aug 06, 2013 11:28 am

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im looking for where to buy gog bugs besides t&r .. anyone know of a place .. does capt harrys have them?

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What size and style do you recommend? #8 and#10 seem to be the most common. Styles are solid colors or zebra striped.

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JDPA

Mon Sep 02, 2013 2:11 pm
Mullet Run: Where's the Bait???

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Poseidon10/31

« Mon Sep 02, 2013 1:27 pm
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by Poseidon10/31 » Sun Sep 01, 2013 5:20 pm

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Down here in Miami we get the tail end of the bait. We haven't had any pods come down the beach yet, and I was wondering what's going on further north (I realize it's still early). For you guys up in...

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Thanks guys.

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Poseidon10/31

Mon Sep 02, 2013 1:27 pm
pretty damn good bait shop in the hood

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swordfish

« Mon Aug 26, 2013 9:56 pm
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by Moose » Mon Aug 26, 2013 9:22 pm

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thought i'd share...this place is called La Gandara and its on 450 N.river drive...not the best of areas, but also not the worst. If you speak spanish its a plus, but everyone was very nice..

shrimp...

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Farm raised are acceptable in the summer, however, they truly do not exhibit the response to a predator that wild shrimp do. Fish respond to this panic and thus will always choose wild shrimp over...

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swordfish

Mon Aug 26, 2013 9:56 pm
need gogs

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cudaman

« Mon Jul 29, 2013 10:10 am
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by full-cooler » Sat Jul 27, 2013 11:46 am

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anyone that can give me some incite on where the gogs are and when theyre there and specifically what theyre eating would be greatly appreciated might even give you a few gogs for your troubles

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where on both peers

You will have to search for them, I my self start at the middle of any pier and work my way to the T until I find the school or schools. Dark night like Krash says or with the...

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cudaman

Mon Jul 29, 2013 10:10 am
Do you use all the bait you catch that day or do you save it

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Poseidon10/31

« Thu Jul 25, 2013 8:57 pm
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by Manny » Thu Jul 25, 2013 6:41 pm

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Probably a stupid question but, I read a lot on here about you guys catching your own bait. Is this to use that same day or can you save/ preserve and use it next weekend?

Thanks

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Some people add baking soda too. There's a good thread in the archive that's super detailed.

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Poseidon10/31

Thu Jul 25, 2013 8:57 pm
How much bait???

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fishnfool73

« Tue Jul 23, 2013 6:13 pm
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by Manny » Tue Jul 23, 2013 3:13 pm

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Gonna hit the bridges in the keys this weekend. How much shrimp would I need for my girl and I? Want to fish most of the day. Also I se a lot of people use finger mullet. Is that live or dead??

Thanks

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Catch your own pinfish and I'd bring 1 dozen ballyhoo per person. A lot depends on when where and how you plan on fishing. These are just basic guidelines. If you are casting out targeting muttons...

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fishnfool73

Tue Jul 23, 2013 6:13 pm
Pinfish trap help!!!

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JonathanT305

« Wed Jul 10, 2013 7:19 pm
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by zpunancy » Wed Jul 10, 2013 7:14 pm

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I just bought a pinfish trap a couple days ago and now I need help figuring out where I should soak it. If anyone has experience or just advice to point me in the right direction I would greatly...

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Any grass flat will hold a mix of pinfish, small grunt and even baby snapper. If you soak it for a while it should attract them but chumming it up a bit with squid or bread is good. While they get a...

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JonathanT305

Wed Jul 10, 2013 7:19 pm
in need of big blue crabs

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Cookinman

« Thu Jun 13, 2013 4:57 pm
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by cantseeme47 » Mon Jun 10, 2013 6:12 pm

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Cant find a dam shop thats carry any decent sized crabs near weschester if anyone can help let me know

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start calling ahead to the aisian markets - many carry live blue crabs....sometimes they are kinda big, but they are fresh if you have to cut one in half....and it will work in a pinch...

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Cookinman

Thu Jun 13, 2013 4:57 pm
Need info on catching squids

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diggin4grouper

« Tue Jun 04, 2013 5:52 am
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by fishnfool73 » Mon Jun 03, 2013 4:25 pm

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They are tough to catch. I've netted them and snagged them on sabikis but nothing I'd say was guaranteed. I was out on a boat out of Port Everglades last week and we had a few squid behind the boat so...

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the way we are catching them here in jensen beach is this

off the bridge we hang a gas colmen lantern about 3 feet above the water and when they are there you can see them darting in the the light...

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diggin4grouper

Tue Jun 04, 2013 5:52 am
To trim or not to trim (pinfish)

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jettypark28

« Sun May 05, 2013 11:04 pm
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by zpunancy » Sat May 04, 2013 10:25 pm

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I've tried both ways when fishing with live pinfish with fluctuating results.Sometimes I trim the dorsal fin and tail or just the dorsal fin. So my question to you guys is do you prefer to trim your...

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when I'm bottom fishing with them be it grouper/redfish or anything else... I tend to
hook them right by the anal hole :shock: ..... what this does is make them swim
away from the pressure... so...

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jettypark28

Sun May 05, 2013 11:04 pm
Shrimps in May ?

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big red

« Wed May 01, 2013 8:03 pm
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by big red » Tue Apr 30, 2013 11:43 pm

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Which bait house has the best live Shrimp now ? I know the best months are way back in the winter months. But there get to be some still around.

Thanks !

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Thank you ! Everyone!!

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big red

Wed May 01, 2013 8:03 pm
Ft Walton/Destin Bait????????

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franklinm

« Thu Apr 04, 2013 7:19 am

by franklinm » Thu Apr 04, 2013 7:19 am

Where are some good places to throw the cast net for shrimp and bait fish near Ft Walton Beach and Destin?

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franklinm

Thu Apr 04, 2013 7:19 am
Bluegill for Bait

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Liam Idrovo

« Thu Apr 04, 2013 6:02 am
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by Liam Idrovo » Thu Apr 04, 2013 3:52 am

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I just wanted to ask if they're any good in saltwater. Do they catch anything at piers? Just wanted to make sure before I look like a goog for bringing a bucket of them.

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Well never mind then. Least now I know!

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Liam Idrovo

Thu Apr 04, 2013 6:02 am
blurunners for bait?

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fishnfool73

« Thu Apr 04, 2013 5:34 am
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by pilchard_slayer » Mon Sep 10, 2012 5:07 pm

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hi guys i was just wondering any of you ever use live blue runners for bait ?

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They work great at the piers for about everything.

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fishnfool73

Thu Apr 04, 2013 5:34 am
FLEAS FLEAS FLEAS :)

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Cookinman

« Mon Mar 25, 2013 11:43 am
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by Cookinman » Fri Mar 22, 2013 10:27 am

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Headed out in the AM - Have no time to dig fleas between work and kids - anyone wanna sell me a couple doz live fleas? Can meet tonight or at Anglins in AM :)

TYVM :)

Cookie

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No problem & double damn! Go bug Ricky for some....Get him up early AM or later on today to start walking his backyard....the beach. :mrgreen:

Yea, I was hoping he'd chime in, but he has been...

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Cookinman

Mon Mar 25, 2013 11:43 am
sand flea rake

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Cookinman

« Fri Mar 22, 2013 1:34 pm
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by willyescoto2226 » Sun Feb 12, 2012 9:55 pm

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Anybody knows where can I buy a sand flea rake ? I went to Walmart and bass pro shop with no luck finding one . If any one knows please let me know . Thanks .

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SAND FLEA RAKES ON SALE 25% OFF at Sports Authority DFB :)

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Cookinman

Fri Mar 22, 2013 1:34 pm
Troubles with castnetting greenies

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tears143

« Sun Feb 24, 2013 9:05 am
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by tears143 » Sat Feb 23, 2013 11:18 pm

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So at skyway pier there are tons and tons of bait in the water. When I tried to castnet them, I usually 95% will not catch any of them. The baitfish are down deep and have castnet sinks pretty fast as...

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Thanks for the tips!

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tears143

Sun Feb 24, 2013 9:05 am
finding finger mullet

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rockfish

« Sat Feb 23, 2013 2:56 pm

by rockfish » Sat Feb 23, 2013 2:56 pm

Hi all! Iam a new member . Been fishing saltwater for 1yr .anyone know the new Smyrna area well . I need some finger mullet .I saw guy use them in the jetties for flounder . Wondering where they...

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rockfish

Sat Feb 23, 2013 2:56 pm
Sabiki ADVICE/QUESTIONS help!!!

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Boca Jetty Rat

« Sat Feb 16, 2013 4:25 am
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by nschaff20 » Fri Feb 15, 2013 12:08 am

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Seems to me that nearly everyone that uses a sabiki is almost guaranteed successful. Still new at this and havent tried one for myself yet but every time I see someone post about sabikis, they just...

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Just for size relation. that fish in you avatar pic is bait in saltwater.Think what it will eat. Get out there tip some sabikis with squid and see what happens. theres no sure fire way to catch fish...

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Boca Jetty Rat

Sat Feb 16, 2013 4:25 am
Does WinnDixie or Publix still carry frozen squid for bait?

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nschaff20

« Tue Feb 12, 2013 6:59 pm
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by Ralph » Wed Jan 04, 2012 12:33 pm

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I used to buy the 5 lb blue box of whole frozen squid at my local WinnDixie (Boca Raton). Went looking for some and can't find it anymore. The bait shops have it but it's usually less expensive at the...

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I was at a publix recently on Spanish River/Federal and they carried a full selection of baits

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nschaff20

Tue Feb 12, 2013 6:59 pm
Shrimping

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jettypark28

« Wed Jan 23, 2013 11:06 am
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by StyngRay » Wed Jan 23, 2013 2:16 am

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Need feedback for Shrimping after this coldfront near Ricky Causeway. :study:

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Krash> Take care of yourself and have for a speedy recovery...
Damn i wish i could go shrimping.... damn :nilly:

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jettypark28

Wed Jan 23, 2013 11:06 am
Cast Netting Mullet

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TheReelHangover

« Mon Dec 31, 2012 9:33 am
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by TheReelHangover » Fri Dec 28, 2012 10:47 am

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The mullet are still running. Just caught these huge ones looking to catch a monster snook or tarpon. Has anyone had any luck using one of these big mullet from the shore recently? or pier, jetty or...

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Thanks did not know that.. Is that the same concept as snook and reds? the darker ones on top have been in the backwaters longer?

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TheReelHangover

Mon Dec 31, 2012 9:33 am
Recommendations for artificial bait/lures for pier fishing

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rare

« Thu Dec 13, 2012 2:01 pm
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by largofishingnut » Wed Nov 28, 2012 1:04 am

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I've used spoons for mackerel from the pier but have never really had much luck with any other artificial lures when fishing from a pier. Can anyone give me some good suggestions when sand fleas and...

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3/4 oz. Spro jig, green and white=22 lb. King. :salut:
Nice King off the Pier, Keith! :toast:

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rare

Thu Dec 13, 2012 2:01 pm
Cut Jack For Bait

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chris21

« Wed Dec 12, 2012 1:51 am
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by dmoore65 » Tue Dec 11, 2012 4:57 pm

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I Heard A Couple People Bring It Up But Haven't Seen It, Any Thought On Using Cut Jack For Bait?

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ive used them on piers,jetties,bridges, dont really matter.. just dont go fish in a lake with them lol..... :dude: but fresh meaning while ur fishing you catch one... and cut it and use it... the...

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chris21

Wed Dec 12, 2012 1:51 am
Keeping Bait Alive on Your Fishing Kayak

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Tonyc

« Wed Dec 05, 2012 11:29 pm
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by largofishingnut » Wed Dec 05, 2012 6:21 pm

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I came across a really good article about different ways to keep your bait alive on your fishing kayak on my favorite Fishing Social Network . It's definitely a good read!

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Stick it in the water

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Tonyc

Wed Dec 05, 2012 11:29 pm
Sand Perch

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by Tonyc » Wed Nov 28, 2012 4:16 pm

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I often catch sand perch for bait at the inlet and will keep them overnight , im wondering why after some time do there tails turn red . They stay alive but just got me wondering

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Thanks ill give it a try . I love using them for bait they work so well around here and are abundant year round . I have caught more fish on perch and dork jacks then i ever do with mullet. I have...

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Fri Nov 30, 2012 10:34 am
baby bream 4 bait

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by chris21 » Tue Nov 27, 2012 3:36 pm

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does anybody here know a decent lake that is crawling with baby bream and cichlid I could net for bait? mostly using for peacock bass, snook and tarpon, thanks

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U can catch Talipa with live worms

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Thu Nov 29, 2012 6:19 pm
best shark bait for black tips?

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by snookfishin239 » Fri May 25, 2012 11:28 am

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whats the best kind of bait for black tips? I can get mullet, ladyfish, jack, mackerel, and bonita..but which one is the most productive? I've used ladyfish and got little bull shark on that, but I...

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for kayaked baits nothing beats a fresh king. For casted baits just get a head of a 1lb or less jack and casted it out, it last long and castes good, gl

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N1ck

Fri Nov 16, 2012 1:46 pm
pinfish for bait?

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jettypark28

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by john » Fri Nov 09, 2012 1:33 pm

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What size pinfish is used for bait when fishing from bridge/pier for snapper?

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IMO the hook style will depend on you and your setup.. if you are soaking it and
have your rod in hand then go with a J-hook..

But IMHO i perfer Circle hooks..BUT!! there is a learning curve with...

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Sat Nov 10, 2012 2:03 am
Good places to find bait in Flagler area.

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Neverfrayed

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by rreynolds63 » Sun Nov 04, 2012 10:04 pm

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Hello all. I moved here a few months ago from Indianapolis. I am getting ever deeper into the obsession that is saltwater fishing. I picked up a cast net the other day and I have access to a sand flea...

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The beach rite now is flooded with mullet, get your cast net get in ur truck and hurry to the beach while the water is still calm.

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Neverfrayed

Mon Nov 05, 2012 8:39 pm
Cast net Tangled

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by flguywes » Fri May 25, 2012 2:30 pm

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So about 2 years ago I found an 8' cast net. Problem is around the horn the monofilment is beginning to tangle. I have had a cast net in the past which began to have the same problem. Any one know how...

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draw strings being ....the heavy mono straight lines down the net center , which draw the net closed by pulling on the leadline

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Sun Oct 07, 2012 9:01 am
Are Wal-Mart bait any good?

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MrBlonde

« Fri Sep 07, 2012 9:35 am
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by jayd305 » Fri May 25, 2012 11:17 am

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I've never bought bait from there, I usually go to my local bait store. But every time I go to the fishing section at walmart I can't help but see all this different bait. Frozen squid, chum buckets,...

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never again, stupid yellow bag Walmart crap sucks. I finally got tired of watching other people catch fish. :mad:

dude there is no way you used it correctly
if you did im pretty sure you would be...

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MrBlonde

Fri Sep 07, 2012 9:35 am
live pilcherds

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swordfish

« Mon Sep 03, 2012 1:52 am
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by Backwoods123 » Tue Aug 21, 2012 1:55 pm

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i have a buddy who swaress by live pilchards at night for mangroves and muttons off piers and stuff.. ive never tried them off a pier.. only dead or cut up ones.... do they work well live at night off...

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I swear by them brother... Especially with your kind of fishing... Ill give you the background on it... Down in key west, in a place no one can get to but locals there is a wreck. It lays in the...

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swordfish

Mon Sep 03, 2012 1:52 am
Needlefish as Bait?

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« Mon Aug 27, 2012 12:34 pm
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by JonathanT305 » Mon Aug 20, 2012 9:16 pm

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Sorry if this has been asked before...

Been seeing a lot of needlefish along the beach lately and have caught a lot in the net, is there a way to use them as bait? Someone once told me they make...

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These things are awesome snook bait. Get one break the bill and toss it back with a hook.
but you gota have some heavy tackle if you use one and get a bight its gona be huge snook, like a 50 pounder.

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Mon Aug 27, 2012 12:34 pm

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