So as I mentioned in another post I am looking to start fly fishing for saltwater bass. What setup would be a good a purpose setup as well as what are some go to flies. Thanks in advance.
So as I mentioned in another post I am looking to start fly fishing for saltwater bass. What setup would be a good a purpose setup as well as what are some go to flies. Thanks in advance.
Jeffcpr
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Hi Jeff,
Where do you plan on fishing?
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Jeff,
You might want to consider the
https://www.fliflicker.com/ site
Pretty sure you have to join up to
post and read.
Most of the folks are based in the SoCal
area.
I surf fish in the San Diego area and most often
use a Clouser pattern with a San Juan worm trailer.
Best,
Larry S
Sun Diego
Larry S thanks I will check them out as well.
Jeffcpr
The Float Tube Fishing Forum
We're Always On The Fish
I haven't fished those specific spots , but I've fished Bays and Estuaries in Baja a lot .... so the same flies should work fine .
#2 Chart/White Clouser on a EC-413 Jig hook .
#1 Gold Buccaneer , same hook .
#4 Gotcha , original color , or Pink/Orange .
#2 F.C. Sand Shrimp .
#1/0 September Night Flatwing , if you find the Spotties in less than 8 feet of water .
Always bring a surface fly - Crease fly , Gurgler , etc. .
An 8 wt. will be overkill on Spotted Bay Bass , but it IS the Ocean , and you will hook things that will wreck you on a 6 wt. . I'd go with a fast 6 wt. , and a sturdy 8 . Integrated sink tip lines , Rio DC-15 foot is a good one , or any other w/ a 24-30 foot head . A floater is useful if you find Fish shallow .
Let us know how it goes !!
D.~
Keep you eyes open for a used TFO TiCrX 6 weight. You may solicit for a used one on the classifieds. Great saltwater flyrod that is durable for the application. You may find one for under $100. Casts the sink tips and shooting heads noted below very well with 240-250 grains the sweet spot. If you hook something big, the blank will be up to the task.
Jeffcpr
The Float Tube Fishing Forum
We're Always On The Fish
Another plus is that the TFO TiCrx 6 weight is extremely durable. So, if you bring it along as a 2nd rod, it can withstand the "dinging" associated with boat or tube or beach fishing. I've seen them offered for sale at $75, used. Bargain. Most importantly, the rod matches up very well with the available RIO OBS lines and straight up 30' of T8.
Last edited by OceanSunfish; 12-01-2020 at 09:17 AM.
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