What’s the best setup for pier fishing?
The best rig is a 24in 20lb mono Carolina rig with 1-2oz egg lead. Bull minnows are the preferred bait, but live shrimp, Berkley gulp and strip baits made from fish bellies will work. Fish along the length of the pier not out from the pier. Normally the lee side or down wind side of the pier is best.
What do I need to fish on a pier?
10 Pier Fishing Gear Essentials to Get You Started
- Fishing Cart. Get a wheeled fishing cart that will make it easier to transport your tackle and gear from your vehicle to the pier.
- Rod and Reel Combo.
- Fishing Hooks.
- Bucktail Jigs.
- Hoop Net.
- Sinkers.
- Pliers with Line Cutters.
- Rod Holders.
What size hook should I use for pier fishing?
Hook sizes depend on the size and species of fish being targeted, but Nos. 4 to 1/0 should handle most situations. The best baits to use will be live or cut specimens of whatever fish are feeding on at the time. You can catch your own or buy them from the pier or local tackle shop.
How far should the weight be from the hook?
Depending on the depth, the distance from the hook to the weight needs to be adjusted. For shallower water, it is recommended to place your hook three to six inches above the weight. For deeper water, the hook can be adjusted to nine inches from the weight to no more than a foot and a half because of the leverage.
What bait is best for pier fishing?
Bait: Popular types of pier fishing bait include bloodworms, shrimp, squid, anchovies and sardines. These should all be available at your local pier or bait shop. Note: Live bait is ideal so try to find a shop that offers this option.
What is the best time to fish off a pier?
Generally speaking, the best time to fish from a pier is either early morning or sundown. This is when moving tides attract a lot of baitfish to the area, which in turn, brings out the big and hungry of the fish world, too.
How do you set up a saltwater pole?
Please complete each step in chronological order.
- Step 1: Locate Reel Seat. To locate the reel seat:
- Step 2: Set the Reel to the Pole.
- Step 3: Attach Your Reel to the Pole.
- Step 4: Line Your Pole.
- Step 5: Put on Barrel Weight.
- Step 6: Attach the Swivel.
- Step 7: Tie a Fisherman’s Knot.
- Step 8: Add a Leader Line.
What weight should I use for pier fishing?
Fishing lines between 20lb and 30lb are a good choice.
How far up do I put the bobber?
Place your bobber 6-12″ from your rod tip and make sure your line is not wrapped around your rod.
How do you pier fish at night?
Most piers featuring night fishing have strong lights that point at the water below the pier. THese will attract small bugs and insects and in turn baitfish and in turn they will attract bigger fish. So you can sometimes catch big fish concentrated by the lights.