Hey guys,
I am new to "surf fishing," and have a few questions for everyone if you guys don't mind answering.
1) I was told by a good friend that a leader is always necessary when surf fishing, especially when fishing for strippers and blues. I have caught blues on my grandfather's boat with just a regular rod and line. Is a leader necessary?
2) I will be using a Penn Power Stick 10' pole, Penn 7500SS reel lined with Ande IGFA Tourney 20lb. If I use a leader, can I use 40-50lb leader or should the leader always be the same lb test as the line?
3) I know this might be a stupid question, but on the North Shore, do you feel Live Eels, or artificial lures are best for strippers?
4) When is the best time for stripers? High, low tide? Outgoing, Incoming tide?
Thanks in advance!
~Joe
I am new to "surf fishing," and have a few questions for everyone if you guys don't mind answering.
1) I was told by a good friend that a leader is always necessary when surf fishing, especially when fishing for strippers and blues. I have caught blues on my grandfather's boat with just a regular rod and line. Is a leader necessary?
2) I will be using a Penn Power Stick 10' pole, Penn 7500SS reel lined with Ande IGFA Tourney 20lb. If I use a leader, can I use 40-50lb leader or should the leader always be the same lb test as the line?
3) I know this might be a stupid question, but on the North Shore, do you feel Live Eels, or artificial lures are best for strippers?
4) When is the best time for stripers? High, low tide? Outgoing, Incoming tide?
Thanks in advance!
~Joe