# Pier/Bank fishing and Surf Fishing **URL:** https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/saltwater-fishing-forum/pier-bank-fishing-and-surf-fishing/330.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Blennies Make Great Fishing Bait!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/blennies-make-great-fishing-bait/320637)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 5:37pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/blennies-make-great-fishing-bait/320637 "2020-11-30T17:37:49Z")
The Mangrove Mud Blenny! Blennies & Gobies can be commonly found in most tropical climates. Most are herbivores while others have fangs to tear off chunks from passing fish. In Hawaii they are called O’opu and are highl… --- ## [Add Swivels To Increase Hook Ups!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/add-swivels-to-increase-hook-ups/320631)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 11:59pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/add-swivels-to-increase-hook-ups/320631 "2020-11-29T23:59:15Z")
Adding an Extra Swivel To Your Rig Increase’s Your Strike Ratios! Sounds simple. Yes? It is if you make pre-rigged extensions ahead of time. This will save you time while on location. Once you understand your rig (ie ro… --- ## [Fishing Octopus Ink Tablets! A First!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fishing-octopus-ink-tablets-a-first/320627)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 6:28pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fishing-octopus-ink-tablets-a-first/320627 "2020-11-29T18:28:16Z")
Adding an Octopus Ink Pellet to my Surf Rig? I have some Octopus jigging lures from Mustad that uses an ink pellet derived from real Octopus ink. Just so happens i have extra packets of those pellets so i decided to use… --- ## [Live Baiting Tilapia in a Storm!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/live-baiting-tilapia-in-a-storm/320621)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2020, 7:58am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/live-baiting-tilapia-in-a-storm/320621 "2020-11-28T07:58:59Z")
Used My 2 NEW HCS 13’3" & 14’2" Surf Rods w/Cedros 2020 Spinning Reels! Again the bite was slow today. So i tried what i could with what i had on hand. By the time i got home soaked i knew i was becoming ill. Still it w… --- ## [How To Modify Tough Bubble Floats Into Jigging Rattlers!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-to-modify-tough-bubble-floats-into-jigging-rattlers/320616)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 6:00pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-to-modify-tough-bubble-floats-into-jigging-rattlers/320616 "2020-11-26T18:00:16Z")
Modify Bubble Floats Into Jigging Rattlers! I decided to make this video to share one of my ideas of whipping the shallows without getting hung-up on the reef. I’ve modified the use of surface bubbles to include BB’s fo… --- ## [Fly Reel Free Lining Surgeonfish!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fly-reel-free-lining-surgeonfish/320609)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 5:58pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fly-reel-free-lining-surgeonfish/320609 "2020-11-26T17:58:53Z")
May The Powerful Surgeonfish Be With You! My friend Jared has changed his style of free lining from a pier. He’s now trying an old fly reel instead of a spinner. He loves it! Personal preference. So this will be a fun “… --- ## [My Favorite Popping Jig Rig!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-favorite-popping-jig-rig/320606)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:35pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-favorite-popping-jig-rig/320606 "2020-11-24T18:35:15Z")
Okuma’s All Purpose Shoreline Rig! Okuma’s HCS 9’6" Shoreline Plugger & Rockaway 6K Long Distance Spinner has been released for 2020. I’ve been using this combo since January & i call it my all purpose rig. Besides popp… --- ## [Mustad's NEW Zippy Jigs For 2020!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mustads-new-zippy-jigs-for-2020/320595)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mustads-new-zippy-jigs-for-2020/320595 "2020-11-23T18:02:06Z")
What Are Zippy Jigs & How Can I Use Them? Zippy Jigs are specially bottom weighted for long distance casting from the boat or shoreline. In production testing it has been proven a successful jig for pelagics like tuna t… --- ## [HCS 13'3" Surf Rod Field Review!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/hcs-133-surf-rod-field-review/320592)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2020, 4:55am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/hcs-133-surf-rod-field-review/320592 "2020-11-22T04:55:26Z")
\[ Final Version Reviewed For Casting & Handling Evaluation! To produce the HCS Surf Rods was a 2yr project. I’d like to thank John Bretza of Okuma for believing in a guy that he just met & went on gut instinct alone. To… --- ## [My 12' Rockaway HD Surf Rod Field Review!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-12-rockaway-hd-surf-rod-field-review/320587)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2020, 5:44pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-12-rockaway-hd-surf-rod-field-review/320587 "2020-11-21T17:44:27Z")
Okuma Rockaway HD Reviewed on Location for Casting Ability! It’s been a week since i got my 12ft Rockaway HD by Okuma. This is the most powerful Rockaway Surf Rod ever released! Rated at 6-16oz. 70/30 split for loading-… --- ## [Live Crab Works Over Frozen Squid "Ika"!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/live-crab-works-over-frozen-squid-ika/466869)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0
Cannot Beat Live Bait! But No Table Fare For Tonight:( I decided to use my Spydro Underwater Camera today. Water clarity was very poor due to the extreme full moon tides stirring-up the bottom. So on my Cedros 11’ Surf… --- ## [Live Crab Works Over Frozen Squid "Ika"!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/live-crab-works-over-frozen-squid-ika/320580)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2020, 5:55pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/live-crab-works-over-frozen-squid-ika/320580 "2020-11-19T17:55:40Z")
Cannot Beat Live Bait! But No Table Fare For Tonight:( I decided to use my Spydro Underwater Camera today. Water clarity was very poor due to the extreme full moon tides stirring-up the bottom. So on my Cedros 11’ Surf… --- ## [How I Net Fish From High Piers!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-i-net-fish-from-high-piers/320553)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2020, 12:25am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-i-net-fish-from-high-piers/320553 "2020-11-17T00:25:20Z")
Using This System I Can Safely Release Unwanted Species! I was able to get in & out before the rain arrived! Some of the places i fish are high above the water level. For smaller sized fish i just tighten my drag to hau… --- ## [Rockaway Rods! Rock Your World!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/rockaway-rods-rock-your-world/320539)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2020, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/rockaway-rods-rock-your-world/320539 "2020-11-11T02:40:17Z")
Rockaway Surf Rods! Rockaway Surf HD Rods! Rockaway Surf SP Rods! Okuma introduced the Rockaway Surf Rods back in 2018. 11 models ranging from 8-12ft. These rods were made for the Sea Perch Surf Casters of Oregon. Since… --- ## [TSI 321 - Your Reel's Bearing "One Drop Wonder"!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/tsi-321-your-reels-bearing-one-drop-wonder/320533)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2020, 4:45am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/tsi-321-your-reels-bearing-one-drop-wonder/320533 "2020-11-10T04:45:53Z")
TSI 321 Synthetic Lubricant Bearing Lubricant For Your Fishing Reels! TSI 321 increases the life expectancy of your reel’s internal parts. Inhibits rust “oxidation” and it’s non-electrolitic. 321 has low viscosity so it… --- ## [TSI 321 - Your Reel's Bearing "One Drop Wonder"!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/tsi-321-your-reels-bearing-one-drop-wonder/466866)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0
TSI 321 Synthetic Lubricant Bearing Lubricant For Your Fishing Reels! TSI 321 increases the life expectancy of your reel’s internal parts. Inhibits rust “oxidation” and it’s non-electrolitic. 321 has low viscosity so it… --- ## [POWERFUL 12ft Rockaway Surf HD Rod For 2021!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/powerful-12ft-rockaway-surf-hd-rod-for-2021/320523)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2020, 7:05pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/powerful-12ft-rockaway-surf-hd-rod-for-2021/320523 "2020-11-08T19:05:36Z")
Available From 9’-12’ For Surf Casting (And Plugging Too)! In 2018 Okuma was asked to produce specialized surf rods for the surf casters of Oregon targeting Sea Perch. This rod became an overnight success as it was broa… --- ## [How I Estimate The Distances i Casts!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-i-estimate-the-distances-i-casts/320447)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2020, 7:40am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-i-estimate-the-distances-i-casts/320447 "2020-10-25T07:40:43Z")
How I Estimate The Distances i Casts! Estimating distance of your cast isn’t rocket science in the field, normally it’s based on your best estimation from years of experience from comparing the length of a 100yrd footba… --- ## [Screamers on my Okuma T40X Rods @ Lunchtime!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/screamers-on-my-okuma-t40x-rods-lunchtime/320434)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2020, 6:06pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/screamers-on-my-okuma-t40x-rods-lunchtime/320434 "2020-10-20T18:06:58Z")
Trevally Hit At Lunchtime on my Okuma T40X Rod on Live Crab! I was whipping Completely Hooked Lures “Scuba Blue” 2in grubs this morning inside the West Loch area. Caught & Released a few White Trevally papio. Then a scr… --- ## [How I Prepare & Store My Whipping "Spin Casting" Okuma Rigs!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-i-prepare-store-my-whipping-spin-casting-okuma-rigs/320425)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 5:18pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-i-prepare-store-my-whipping-spin-casting-okuma-rigs/320425 "2020-10-19T17:18:25Z")
What Is A Whipping “Spin Casting” Rig? A term used referring to spin casting. To some it looks like “cracking the whip”, thus whipping. This is probably the most popular form of fishing in the Hawaiian Islands & is prac… --- ## [Surge Channel Bluefin Trevally Smackdown!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/surge-channel-bluefin-trevally-smackdown/320420)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 5:57pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/surge-channel-bluefin-trevally-smackdown/320420 "2020-10-18T17:57:08Z")
rai gif Used My Now Obsolete Okuma T40X Salmon Steelhead Rod! This morning i used a 7’9" Okuma T40X Steelhead Rod paired with a Shimano Stradic 3000 CI4 reel with 6lb Seaguar Mono & 6lb Sakura Fluorocarbon Leader. Lu… --- ## [How To Accessorize Your Surf Rigs!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-to-accessorize-your-surf-rigs/320402)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2026, 4:52pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-to-accessorize-your-surf-rigs/320402 "2026-01-14T16:52:08Z")
Choosing Practical Needed Accessories! This is how I accessorize my bait casting rigs. Not only does it “personalized” my rigs as my own it also creates a smooth transition for day & night usage. Of course you don’t hav… --- ## [New 3pc 13'3" & 14'2" Surf Rods w/Padded Cases!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-3pc-133-142-surf-rods-w-padded-cases/320383)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 4:12am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-3pc-133-142-surf-rods-w-padded-cases/320383 "2020-10-11T04:12:22Z")
From Inception to Finalization! Okuma’s NEWEST Surf Rods Are Here! Years of fishing the World has led to the development of these rods! After meeting Okuma’s Director of Product Development John Bretza after fishing Wor… --- ## [Snapper Spit The Hook!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/snapper-spit-the-hook/320369)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2020, 3:32am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/snapper-spit-the-hook/320369 "2020-10-08T03:32:35Z")
A Blacktaik Snapper & a Few Puffers Made For an Interesting Morning! Today i was surf casting my 13’3" & 14’2" 3pc Okuma casting rods. Love these rods! On the 13’3" i’m using the 2020 Cedros 8K w/50lb Eminent Braid by S… --- ## [Tying Baits-Miracle Thread vs Dental Floss!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/tying-baits-miracle-thread-vs-dental-floss/320349)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2020, 5:46pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/tying-baits-miracle-thread-vs-dental-floss/320349 "2020-10-05T17:46:25Z")
Shore casters love casting their baits out as far as possible without the bait being ripped off the hook from the enertia of the cast. Using dental floss to tie my baits to the hook has been my way for years. Then along … --- ## [Tying Baits-Miracle Thread vs Dental Floss!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/tying-baits-miracle-thread-vs-dental-floss/466858)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0
Shore casters love casting their baits out as far as possible without the bait being ripped off the hook from the enertia of the cast. Using dental floss to tie my baits to the hook has been my way for years. Then along … --- ## [LOST A LARGE JACK WHIPPING OFF THE ROCKS @ NIGHT!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lost-a-large-jack-whipping-off-the-rocks-night/466849)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 2
Most Likely A Bluefin Trevally! Showed Itself Before Spitting The Hook on Light Gear! Decided to try my 7’9" Okuma T-40X Steelhead Rod with a Shimano Stradic 3000 CI4 spooled with 8lb SeaGuar monofilament line (thinner … --- ## [LOST A LARGE JACK WHIPPING OFF THE ROCKS @ NIGHT!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lost-a-large-jack-whipping-off-the-rocks-night/320139)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 1:28am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lost-a-large-jack-whipping-off-the-rocks-night/320139 "2020-10-04T01:28:45Z")
Most Likely A Bluefin Trevally! Showed Itself Before Spitting The Hook on Light Gear! Decided to try my 7’9" Okuma T-40X Steelhead Rod with a Shimano Stradic 3000 CI4 spooled with 8lb SeaGuar monofilament line (thinner … --- ## [Side Mount A Breakaway Canon!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/side-mount-a-breakaway-canon/320342)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/side-mount-a-breakaway-canon/320342 "2020-10-04T01:27:18Z")
Cast Your Lures & Baits Safely & Much More Smoother! For those that have a Breakaway Canon, i found that mounting the unit on the side rather than the suggested “under the rod” will create a cleaner release resulting in… --- ## [What Makes For A Good Sand Spike Rod Holder?](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/what-makes-for-a-good-sand-spike-rod-holder/320294)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2020, 4:43am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/what-makes-for-a-good-sand-spike-rod-holder/320294 "2020-09-26T04:43:15Z")
Understanding The Positives & Negatives Of Sand Spikes! I’ve been asked by many surf casters abroad what i look for in a sand spike & where to locate a decent sand spike. Most countries rely on cut long sections of PVC … [Previous page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/saltwater-fishing-forum/pier-bank-fishing-and-surf-fishing/330.md) [Next page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/saltwater-fishing-forum/pier-bank-fishing-and-surf-fishing/330.md?page=2)