What is the best rod for snapper fishing?

Rods, Reels and Line If you like spinning rods and reels a 8000 size reel on a 6 1/2 ft to 7ft medium heavy rod with 65 lb braid works good and is also great for when you want to butterfly jig for snappers or flyline for kings. Shimano Torium 30 & Tallus Rod. Shimano Stradic 8000 & Tallus Rod. Penn Squall and Ally Rod.

What line should I use for snapper?

The traditional monofilament line is still the most popular for regular bottom fishing and casting stray-line baits, while braid definitely reigns supreme when it comes to working lures.

What size reel is best for snapper?

Spinning reels from medium to large 4000-10000 are suitable for catching snapper and kingfish. A medium 4000 size reel is great for inshore lure fishing, while a large 10000 size spinning reel is better suited to fishing with bait for bigger kingfish and northern species like red emperor and coral trout.

What lures to use for snapper?

Popular options include ZMan 5″ Scented PaddlerZ, 6″ SwimmerZ and 8″ Mag SwimZ. It’s the jerkbait style plastics that dominate the snapper catches however and these are the best starting point for those getting into offshore soft plastics fishing.

What depth do you catch snapper?

Snapper are commonly found in the depths of between 15 to 25 metres in larger bays, however, they can be found anywhere from 5 to 120 metres.

What depth should a snapper be?

How deep do you fish for snapper?

You can find them at any depth between 30 and 200 feet, usually huddled by nearby protective structures. Favorite hot spots include piers, seawalls, and old wreckage. Don’t start too far out from the shore or you’ll likely get frustrated from spending a lot of time looking for rocky floors.

How much drag do you need for snapper fishing?

Banned. Unless you’re fishing for Grouper 10 pounds of drag is a good place to start.

How do I choose a rod and reel combo?

Here are three ways to make sure a fishing rod and reel combo is right for you:

  1. Pick the Right Size Rod. Check Price. A medium light power rod with a fast action is a good all-around choice.
  2. Pick the Right Reel. Check Price.
  3. Don’t Be Afraid of Disney Rods. Check Price.

What kind of Rod do you use for snapper?

For the smaller snapper I use a Terez 40-80 6’9″ and a Saragosa 5000 or 6000. However, even with this light setup I catch plenty of nice Gags and Reds as well as the occasional Cobia / King, etc. For the life of me, I cannot figure why everyone is telling you to get a spinner for bottom fishing.

Can a commercial fisherman use a snapper reel?

There should be NO Commercial Fishing for any fish species considered ‘Over-fished’ , ‘Undergoing Overfishing’ or Subject to Recreational Seasons, Limits, or Closures… Game Fish Status IS the Answer !!! Thanks for all your advice but I definitely want this for my main bottom/jigging combo in a conventional reel.

How often should you change the line on a snapper rod?

The reel can be spooled with new line, or tackle stores will do this from a bulk spool. Line should be changed every few seasons as sunlight, or more correctly ultra violet rays, can damage monofilament; and the terminal section will be nicked or damaged by fish spines or rubbing against rocks or weed.

What’s the best way to keep a snapper on the hook?

One trick to keep it on the hook is to empty a tea bag, slip the oyster inside and thread it on the hook. It is a good idea to put a plastic bead above the swivel to protect the tip ring when winding in. A swivel hitting the ring can damage it, leading to weakening of the line.

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