Looking for the best swimbait hooks for surf fishing? With so many options, choosing the best swimbait hook or jighead for surf fishing can be intimidating and challenging. I’ve been trialing countless swimbaits and swimbait hooks for a while now, and...
If you’ve done any amount of surf fishing in Southern California, chances are you’ve hooked into a ray. And if you’ve hooked into enough of them, you’ve probably noticed that not all rays are the same. The three species of rays...
What is a Grunion Run A grunion run is a phenomenon unique to Southern California in which small sardine-like fish wash [rather swim] ashore to spawn in the middle of the night. Grunion runs occur for a 4-night window coinciding with...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
