Skip to content
  • Shop and Apparel
  • Gear and Tackle
  • Rods and Reels
  • Surf Fishing Guide
  • Contact Us
  • Instagram
  • YouTube

Surf Fishing In So Cal

Menu
  • Home
  • Blog/Reports
    • Gear Reviews
    • Most Popular Posts
  • Shop
    • Deal of the Week
    • SFSC Shop
    • Rods
    • Reels
    • Gear and Tackle
  • Beaches
  • Gear Reviews
    • Rods
    • Reels
    • Lures
    • Waders
    • Hooks
    • Fishing Backpacks
    • Swimbaits
    • Jigheads and Swimbait Hooks
    • Essential Gear
    • Rigs
    • My Gear and Tackle
    • Halibut Lures
    • Lucky Craft vs Calissa
  • Species
    • Corbina
    • Surfperch
    • Spotfin Croaker
    • Yellowfin Croaker
    • Guitarfish
    • Halibut
    • Leopard Shark
    • Soupfin Shark
  • Fishing Guide
    • Guiding Service
    • Surf Fishing How-To
    • Grunion Run How-To
    • Sand Crabs How-To
    • Reading the Surf How-To
    • Mussel Meat How-To
    • Surf Fishing: How to Plan
  • More
    • Peak Seasons
    • Yellowtail from Shore
    • Recipes/Eats
    • About Me
    • FAQ’s
    • Contact Us
      • Submit a Guest Post

Braid vs Mono: When Should You Use Which Line?

By Nick Heid March 1, 2026 Articles 4 Comments
braid vs mono
In this article, we’ll compare the features of braided fishing line vs monofilament fishing line. In doing so, we’ll talk about the pros and cons of braid vs mono and give you insight to help you determine when to use braid...
[Continue reading...]

5 Best Filet Knives: A Guide to Choosing the Right Knife

By Nick Heid February 22, 2026 Articles, Gear Reviews 0 Comments
flexible filet knife
A quality filet knife is often the difference between quality fish meat and a pile of mush that once was fish. We’ve likely all been there before, where our filet knife is simply not sharp enough, not thin enough, or not...
[Continue reading...]

Surf Fishing With Mussel Meat

By Nick Heid February 15, 2026 Articles, Reports 45 Comments
surf fishing with mussel meat
Ever used mussel meat as bait for surf fishing? This always becomes relevant when sand crabs disappear and anglers wonder what type of bait to use for surf fishing. So, I wanted to take the time to give a detailed overview...
[Continue reading...]

Grunion Run 2026: Where, When, and How

By Nick Heid February 1, 2026 Articles 16 Comments
grunion run 2025
Grunion run 2026 begins in March and ends in August, and if you want to witness this incredible natural event, you’ll need to know the grunion run schedule. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know, including what grunion...
[Continue reading...]

Surf Fishing Gear and Tackle: A Complete Guide

By Nick Heid January 25, 2026 Articles, Gear Reviews 45 Comments
Surf Fishing Gear and Tackle
In this article, I’ll be showing you and explaining to you the gear and tackle that I use for surf fishing. This includes my rod and reel, as well as the rig I use with all of the terminal tackle. When...
[Continue reading...]

4 Best Lures For Halibut Fishing

By Nick Heid January 18, 2026 Articles, Gear Reviews, Halibut 9 Comments
halibut lures
Trying to figure out what the best lure for halibut fishing is? Maybe you want to know what the best bait for halibut fishing is in general. Luckily, I’ve already written an article on halibut as a species and the best...
[Continue reading...]

Top 7 Best Surf Fishing Reels: 2026 Expert Guide

By Nick Heid January 4, 2026 Gear Reviews, Intro to Surf Fishing 4 Comments
surf fishing with best surf fishing reels
Selecting the right surf fishing reel is essential for a successful and enjoyable fishing experience. In this comprehensive guide, we review the top 7 best surf fishing reels of 2026, providing detailed insights to help you make an informed decision. Whether...
[Continue reading...]

7 Tips For Surf Fishing With Swimbaits

By Nick Heid December 28, 2025 Articles 2 Comments
swimbait surf fishing
Surf fishing with swimbaits can be one of the most challenging styles to learn. Like jerkbaits, these lures are designed to mimic the natural movement of baitfish. But, what makes them a favorite among anglers (specifically those targeting species like halibut,...
[Continue reading...]

Surfperch Cycle: The Seasons of Surfperch Fishing

By Nick Heid December 21, 2025 Intro to Surf Fishing 0 Comments
winter and fall surfperch fishing
Like everything, surf fishing in So Cal, involves cycles. Broadly speaking, spring is when things start picking up, summer is peak, and fall and winter are slow. In this article, we’ll be specifically analyzing the cyclicality of surfperch fishing (in So...
[Continue reading...]

5 Best Waterproof Jackets for Fishing: Neoprene Wrist-Cuffs and More

By Nick Heid December 7, 2025 Articles, Gear Reviews 2 Comments
surf fishing with waders and waterproof jacket
There’s nothing worse than fishing in the cold and not being adequately prepared for the conditions. Waterproof jackets are an essential item when it comes to fishing, whether your surf fishing, offshore fishing, flyfishing, lake fishing, or whatever else, a good...
[Continue reading...]

Posts pagination

1 2 3 … 24
Surf Fishing In So Cal: YouTube Channel

Recent Posts

  • Braid vs Mono: When Should You Use Which Line?
  • 5 Best Filet Knives: A Guide to Choosing the Right Knife
  • Surf Fishing With Mussel Meat
  • Grunion Run 2026: Where, When, and How
  • Surf Fishing Gear and Tackle: A Complete Guide

Popular Links

  1. Gear and Tackle
  2. Rods and Reels
  3. Grunion Runs
  4. Best Beaches
  5. Recipes and Eats
  6. Sand Crabs
  7. Leopard Sharks
  8. Red Tide
  9. Halibut Fishing
  10. Mussel Meat
  11. Surf Fishing How To
  12. Reading the Surf
  13. A Fisherman’s Tale
  14. King Tides
  15. Fishing Backpacks
  16. FAQ’s
  17. Guided Sessions

We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

Privacy Policy

Surf Fishing In So Cal Copyright © 2026.
Theme by MyThemeShop. Back to Top ↑