# Saltwater Fishing General **URL:** https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/saltwater-fishing-forum/saltwater-fishing-general/327.md [Latest](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Saltwater Fishing General category](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/about-the-saltwater-fishing-general-category/329)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 11:35am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/about-the-saltwater-fishing-general-category/329 "2026-02-17T11:35:27Z")
Saltwater Forum. Please use Regional Boards below for Reports. --- ## [JC'SPORTFISHING WEEKLY FISHING REPORT DEC 28TH](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/jcsportfishing-weekly-fishing-report-dec-28th/325633)
**Author:** [@jcsportfishing](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/jcsportfishing)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/jcsportfishing-weekly-fishing-report-dec-28th/325633 "2023-12-28T21:07:59Z")
Jc’s Sportfishing Weekly Fish Report. As the Admiral Seas It Fishing Report: 12/24/23 to 12/31/23 Stop by our Office for up to Date Fishing Report Marlin The Marlin fishing has been red hot from Rancho Migrino to th… --- ## [Redfish in Texas](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/redfish-in-texas/321414)
**Author:** [@chickenlicken](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/chickenlicken)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2022, 9:20pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/redfish-in-texas/321414 "2022-12-15T21:20:37Z")
I went fishing with my son out of Port Aransas last week and we got into a bunch of these beautiful red fish and a few catfish. Cut squid was the ticket. I limited out on red fish. The 3.5 hour rough boat ride back wa… --- ## [Rules on these boards](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/rules-on-these-boards/322782)
**Author:** [@wiperhunter2](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/wiperhunter2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2022, 1:03am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/rules-on-these-boards/322782 "2022-01-01T01:03:12Z")
I would like to thank all our captains and regular members for all your reports. In an effort to combat the spam posts in some of your reports, BFT will allow Charters and guides to post on this site for free, with links… --- ## [looking for a okuma blue diamond bd-s-561m-1, 5'6" med. 1 pc. line wt. 10-20lbs](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/looking-for-a-okuma-blue-diamond-bd-s-561m-1-56-med-1-pc-line-wt-10-20lbs/460292)
**Author:** [@hamptonbays06](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/hamptonbays06)\ **Replies:** 0
hi how are you I’m trying to locate this rod for my brother because it was recently stolen and I’ve had trouble finding a replacement he grew upo with this rod so i was hoping to surprise him with a new one i would reall… --- ## [looking for a okuma blue diamond bd-s-561m-1, 5'6" med. 1 pc. line wt. 10-20lbs](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/looking-for-a-okuma-blue-diamond-bd-s-561m-1-56-med-1-pc-line-wt-10-20lbs/322546)
**Author:** [@hamptonbays06](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/hamptonbays06)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/looking-for-a-okuma-blue-diamond-bd-s-561m-1-56-med-1-pc-line-wt-10-20lbs/322546 "2021-10-26T17:39:46Z")
hi how are you I’m trying to locate this rod for my brother because it was recently stolen and I’ve had trouble finding a replacement he grew upo with this rod so i was hoping to surprise him with a new one i would reall… --- ## [Makaira Spinner - The Toughest Reel on Planet Earth by Okuma!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/makaira-spinner-the-toughest-reel-on-planet-earth-by-okuma/321376)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2021, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/makaira-spinner-the-toughest-reel-on-planet-earth-by-okuma/321376 "2021-03-13T17:39:20Z")
Reviewed by Alan Hawk to be The Best & Toughest Spinning Reel! I finally got my Makaira Spinning Reel! I was so excited to order this reel. I first ordered my jigging/plugging 1pc rod also from Okuma first. The 7’6" PCH… --- ## [Trip to the sea !](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/trip-to-the-sea/321359)
**Author:** [@doitall5000](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/doitall5000)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2021, 1:27pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/trip-to-the-sea/321359 "2021-03-12T13:27:55Z")
I would like to take my boat to San Francisco. I want to know what I must do to satisfy the requirements to launch my boat on the ocean. --- ## [ActionHat For GoPro Action Cameras!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/actionhat-for-gopro-action-cameras/321123)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2021, 7:26pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/actionhat-for-gopro-action-cameras/321123 "2021-01-29T19:26:37Z")
For Those Using Action Cams To Film Outdoor Activities! Like Fishing! If it’s posting videos to YouTube to recording vacations the ActionHat is the real deal. My #1 concern was the weight of the cam offsetting the hat b… --- ## [Is a baitcaster valuable for saltwater fishing?](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/is-a-baitcaster-valuable-for-saltwater-fishing/321085)
**Author:** [@Grayson\_Everett](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/Grayson_Everett)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2021, 3:42am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/is-a-baitcaster-valuable-for-saltwater-fishing/321085 "2021-01-25T03:42:11Z")
I have a spinning reel and currently do all saltwater and little freshwater fishing. I was wondering if it is worth it to invest money into buying a bait-casting reel. Also, I want to know how you can use the bait-castin… --- ## [Band of Anglers Popping Lures!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/band-of-anglers-popping-lures/321021)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2021, 5:59pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/band-of-anglers-popping-lures/321021 "2021-01-16T17:59:34Z")
Popping Plugging Lures From Patrick Sebile Lures! Late January of 2020 saw my last fishing expo by Izuo Brothers. Since then no expos have been done due to COVID. These are just some of the popping/plugging lures being … --- ## [Get Hooked Whipping Taka Flies w/a Linedancer!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/get-hooked-whipping-taka-flies-w-a-linedancer/320831)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2020, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/get-hooked-whipping-taka-flies-w-a-linedancer/320831 "2020-12-24T17:39:06Z")
Whipping & Shore Casting Baits With 1 Rig For Portability Today! Explaining Equipment Used- I used a 11’ Daiwa Surf with a Shimano Twin Powers 5K. A decent rig to shore cast baits also can finesse a fly. I carried a 5g… --- ## [Get Hooked Whipping Taka Flies w/a Linedancer!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/get-hooked-whipping-taka-flies-w-a-linedancer/460287)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0
Whipping & Shore Casting Baits With 1 Rig For Portability Today! Explaining Equipment Used- I used a 11’ Daiwa Surf with a Shimano Twin Powers 5K. A decent rig to shore cast baits also can finesse a fly. I carried a 5g… --- ## [Double 1st Strikes Spinning & Bait Casting Okuma!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/double-1st-strikes-spinning-bait-casting-okuma/320713)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2020, 5:43pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/double-1st-strikes-spinning-bait-casting-okuma/320713 "2020-12-10T17:43:39Z")
Casting The NEW 13’ Okuma Menpachi Rod w/The Azores Spinner! Today i traveled around the island to try different areas to cast the new 2018 Okuma Hawaiian Custom Menpachi Rod. Since i was on a flat area today i used the… --- ## [Gorilla Grip Gloves For Fishing!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/gorilla-grip-gloves-for-fishing/320633)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 5:00am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/gorilla-grip-gloves-for-fishing/320633 "2020-11-30T05:00:18Z")
The NEW “Fingerless” Tip Gloves Are Now Out! For 2yrs i’ve been using Gorilla Gloves for fishing. It may not stop a shark from biting you but for cuts & abrasions it limits the damage you can receive. While wearing thes… --- ## [Mustad Kaiju Pliers!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mustad-kaiju-pliers/320431)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2020, 4:31am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mustad-kaiju-pliers/320431 "2020-10-20T04:31:34Z")
Lightweight 7-1/2in Split Ring Pliers by Mustad! I have several Mustad pliers i was given to try so i this’ll be the first one. My first reaction was how light it was. Then the configurations wasn’t the typical jewelers… --- ## [Quick Lubes Extends My Reels Performance!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/quick-lubes-extends-my-reels-performance/320415)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 6:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/quick-lubes-extends-my-reels-performance/320415 "2020-10-17T18:11:35Z")
How I Maintain My Reels Between Full Services! Trying not to take apart my reels as it’s time consuming. Since all my equipment is new (within 2yr) i just have to maintain my lubing. During the “stay-at-home” Pandemic o… --- ## [Record Your Fishing Reel Lot# For ID!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/record-your-fishing-reel-lot-for-id/320406)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2026, 3:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/record-your-fishing-reel-lot-for-id/320406 "2026-01-15T15:10:58Z")
What Do The Numbers Represent On A Okuma Product? Of the first set of 4 numbers , the first 2 numbers represents the year the reel was manufactured. Start the numbering at #25 for the year 2000 when you minus #25 off th… --- ## [HOW TO MAKE BAIT BAGS!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-to-make-bait-bags/320397)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2020, 5:49pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/how-to-make-bait-bags/320397 "2020-10-14T17:49:34Z")
Pro Med is Now Big Vic’s Bait Netting! I tested my new method of making bait bags at Chocolate Beach. The baits i used were frozen Ika (Squid) & fresh Blue Pincher Crab. Any “smelly” bait will work. You need to include … --- ## [My Strongest Double Palomar Knot For Braid!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-strongest-double-palomar-knot-for-braid/320387)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 11:59pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-strongest-double-palomar-knot-for-braid/320387 "2020-10-12T23:59:19Z")
My “Go To” Knot! When plugging or surf casting braid a wet braid knot could slip under extreme applied pressure. I’ve found simply doubling the process of tying a palomar knot works well. For thicker braid you’ll need t… --- ## [Lure Lock Tackle Box Organizes Lures & Hooks!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lure-lock-tackle-box-organizes-lures-hooks/320214)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2024, 3:25pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lure-lock-tackle-box-organizes-lures-hooks/320214 "2024-12-19T15:25:57Z")
Gel Transport System For Anglers by Tak Logic! I was asked to give my honest opinion on a new product that was introduced at the 2018 ICAST show for fishing products. Being based in Hawaii most of us local anglers don’t… --- ## [Field Testing Papa Joe Lure on NEW Prototype Rig!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/field-testing-papa-joe-lure-on-new-prototype-rig/320191)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2020, 5:06pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/field-testing-papa-joe-lure-on-new-prototype-rig/320191 "2020-09-09T17:06:44Z")
Lure Caught a 99lb GT on Kauai by Joe Olivas & Rig is Untried by Okuma! Years ago Joe Olivas (Whipping With Joe of YouTube fame) on Kauai managed to hook & fight in a 99.2lb GT by himself on a light rated St Croix rod, … --- ## [Big Vic's Bait Netting Produces Strikes!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/big-vics-bait-netting-produces-strikes/460278)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0
Making Bait Bags From Big Vic’s Netting Will Help Save Money & Increase Your Strike Percentage! I’ve been using Big Vic’s Bait Netting for years by making bait bags from them. I use frozen squid, shrimp to fish to stuff… --- ## [Big Vic's Bait Netting Produces Strikes!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/big-vics-bait-netting-produces-strikes/320165)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2020, 2:43am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/big-vics-bait-netting-produces-strikes/320165 "2020-09-05T02:43:25Z")
Making Bait Bags From Big Vic’s Netting Will Help Save Money & Increase Your Strike Percentage! I’ve been using Big Vic’s Bait Netting for years by making bait bags from them. I use frozen squid, shrimp to fish to stuff… --- ## [My NEW 14' Okuma Whipping Rig For A Night Out On The Rocks!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-new-14-okuma-whipping-rig-for-a-night-out-on-the-rocks/320147)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2024, 1:09am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-new-14-okuma-whipping-rig-for-a-night-out-on-the-rocks/320147 "2024-07-12T01:09:31Z")
Pre-Rigging My Whipping Leaders For Akule Whipping! Roughly 18-months ago i was going whipping “spin casting” after the Izuo Brothers Product Show but after the drinks at The Restaurant that night i decided to go home. … --- ## [My NEW 14' Okuma Whipping Rig For A Night Out On The Rocks!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/my-new-14-okuma-whipping-rig-for-a-night-out-on-the-rocks/460277)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0
Pre-Rigging My Whipping Leaders For Akule Whipping! Roughly 18-months ago i was going whipping “spin casting” after the Izuo Brothers Product Show but after the drinks at The Restaurant that night i decided to go home. … --- ## [Does LineDancer Really Work?](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/does-linedancer-really-work/320100)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2024, 5:16pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/does-linedancer-really-work/320100 "2024-04-22T17:16:31Z")
How Good Is LineDancer? Does It Really Entice Fish To Strike? I’ve been using LineDancer for over 6yrs. When you can go whipping “spin casting” at night during a bright full moon & still catch fish, yes it’s awesome! To… --- ## [Does LineDancer Really Work?](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/does-linedancer-really-work/460276)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0
How Good Is LineDancer? Does It Really Entice Fish To Strike? I’ve been using LineDancer for over 6yrs. When you can go whipping “spin casting” at night during a bright full moon & still catch fish, yes it’s awesome! To… --- ## [Inexpensive Fishing Spooler Line Counter!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/inexpensive-fishing-spooler-line-counter/319979)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 6:36am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/inexpensive-fishing-spooler-line-counter/319979 "2020-08-06T06:36:54Z")
I Figured Out A Way To Add A Line Counter On My Fishon Spooler Fishing Line Spooler! I have the large Fishon Spooler from Sportman Innovations, LLC. I can now spool all my reels. With the adapters i can accommodate my u… --- ## [Bait Release Mechanism For Fishing Drones!](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bait-release-mechanism-for-fishing-drones/319835)
**Author:** [@ScubaChris](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/ScubaChris)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2020, 11:56pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/bait-release-mechanism-for-fishing-drones/319835 "2020-07-14T23:56:00Z")
Cost Less Than $100 & Will Fit On Most Larger Drones! Awhile back i purchased the now obsolete UpAir One Drone. It’s larger the the Phantoms & an extremely powerful flyer. I was planning on using it for aerial videos of… [Next page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/saltwater-fishing-forum/saltwater-fishing-general/327.md?page=1)