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Gigantic 4 Foot White Seabass Caught from Shore!

By Nick Heid June 11, 2023 Articles, White Seabass 4 Comments
Biggest 4 foot white seabass caught from shore
White seabass are a prized target for many offshore anglers in So Cal. But, from the surf, it’s a different game. There’s so much more work, time, effort, and finesse involved in surf fishing for white seabass. It’s incredibly impressive to...
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Grunion Galore and a Last Cast Ghost

By Nick Heid June 4, 2023 Articles, Reports 0 Comments
grunion run
In the world of a fisherman, what does the term “last cast” really mean? Is it actually your literal last cast of the day? Is it your last cast into a certain zone before moving down the beach? Maybe it’s what...
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Best Polarized Sunglasses for Surf Fishing: Cheap and Waterproof

By Nick Heid May 28, 2023 Articles, Gear Reviews 0 Comments
Best polarized sunglasses for surf fishing
A quality pair of sunglasses is essential for any style of fishing. Every angler has different characteristics they look for in their sunglasses. Are they polarized, waterproof, durable, affordable? The one characteristic that simply isn’t debatable is polarization. Polarized sunglasses are...
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Best Surf Fishing Rods: Tested and Reviewed

By Nick Heid April 30, 2023 Articles, Gear Reviews 9 Comments
best surf fishing rods
When it comes to choosing the best surf fishing rod, there’s a lot to consider. In this article, we’ll talk about the best rods for surf fishing as well as which rods and specs you should use depending on the type...
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California 30×30 Fishing Initiative: More No Fishing Zones to Come

By Nick Heid April 2, 2023 Articles 0 Comments
30x30 California fishing initiative
What is 30 by 30? Timeline and Info The term, “30×30” has been thrown around a lot as of late and if you don’t know what it’s referring to, it’s time you found out. 30 by 30 (or 30×30) is a worldwide initiative...
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Best Online Tackle Shops for Surf Fishing Gear

By Nick Heid March 26, 2023 Intro to Surf Fishing 0 Comments
Best online tackle shops for surf fishing
I get this question quite a bit. “Where’s the best tackle shop for surf fishing?” It’s a tough question; mainly because there aren’t really any tackle shops that are specifically for surf fishing. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll go to tackle...
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Sand Crabs and Surf Fishing: How To Find Them

By Nick Heid March 19, 2023 Articles 21 Comments
sand crabs
In this article, we’ll be covering the topic of sand crabs and how to use them for surf fishing bait. We’ll go over how to find sand crabs (including some tips on finding them in the spring and fall). We’ll cover...
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Leopard Shark Fishing: A Complete How To Fishing Guide

By Nick Heid March 12, 2023 Articles, Fish by Species 40 Comments
leopard shark fishing
Looking to catch a leopard shark from shore? If you’ve tried surf fishing for leopard sharks before and they’ve evaded you, it might surprise you when I tell you that leopard shark fishing is actually quite easy. In this article, I’ll...
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What’s The Best Night of the Grunion Run? Predicting Grunion

By Nick Heid March 5, 2023 Articles 1 Comment
Best Night of the Grunion Run
Everyone wants to know which night the grunion will run and which beach they’ll run at. Is it possible to predict the most likely or best night for a grunion run? I’ve been digging deep on this topic lately and I...
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Can Fishing and Saltwater Make Your Hands Peel?

By Nick Heid February 26, 2023 Articles 12 Comments
Hands Peeling From Salt Water and Fishing
Can Salt Water Make Your Hands Peel? Wondering if you’re the only one whose hands start to peel after contact with sea water or salt water fishing? Can salt water make your hands peel? My experience and the experience of many...
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