Fishing Spots

[40GallonsOfDoom]

Ok so I have decided on an inexpensive Zebco, I dont want to put a lot of money into this just yet. And I decided on the 808 because I dont feel like trying to learn how to use a new type of reel while I try to learn how to fish in salt. I just think that would be too much of a pain for now. I dont want to tackle too much and become discouraged. So I am gonna ask this question and see what you guys think.

The 808 comes in a Freshwater and a Saltwater version. Are there any real differences or is it just a marketing snow job?

http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_10051_11731_-1__?N=78002123&Ntt=808&Ntk=All

http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_10051_11727_-1__?N=78002123&Ntt=808&Ntk=All

[johnnymisty]

There different the saltwater looks to have a different housing, gear ratios are different, seems to be a heavier action rod and theres more line in the saltwater reel 150yards versus 90 on the freshwater

[40GallonsOfDoom]

Ok thats good to know. I was just checking. I know its not above some companies to put it in a different box and mark it up 10 bucks.

[johnnymisty]

True ive seen it plenty of times

[troy tucker]

thats a good deal on a combo. It will catch fish but after the bug hits you will want something a little better.
As for line. 15 to 20 lb test is good for almost any fish.
Last summer I had something rip 900ft of 50lb off my surf rod. if the line had not broke. Wish we could have just seen what was at the hook....

[40GallonsOfDoom]

Fishing Spots

Well just like anything, once I figure it out I can pass it down to the kids when I decide I need a better rig.


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[johnnymisty]

Re: Fishing Spots

91st street pier last night got in the right spot and it was one after another when we left the black drum was running hard

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Johnny

[40GallonsOfDoom]

Fishing Spots

I am assuming you eat them. How do you serve them?


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[johnnymisty]

Yup fried

[moganman]

Man I miss fishing for drum. I haven't caught a drum in over 5 years. Good job. I need to get out and soak some bait and leave these trout alone.

[40GallonsOfDoom]

Fishing Spots

I am talking to a girl in seabrook, if I start hanging out around there can you guys give me some good places for fishing?


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[RonR.]

91st street pier last night got in the right spot and it was one after another when we left the black drum was running hard

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Johnny

Nice fish!!!!!!! Went to SLP on Saturday afternoon and guess we got there too late. I caught 2 large hard heads (fished dead shrimp). We went gigging and only saw 2 15"-17" flounder beds.

We saw several law enforcement vehicles at SLP. 3 wade fisherman were swept out into the current. 2 were saved and 1 drowned.

I like to use 12-17 lb fishing line. My son-in-law and daughter bought me a nice Shimano Saros spinning reel and they put some Power Pro braided line on it. It is as thin and light as my 17 lb braided Spider Wire. I think it is 75lb test or higher. Whatever it is, I got stuck on the rocks 4 times and was able to pull my line out. I could not break it. I have some strong flounder rigs with single hooks and when I pulled my line free I ended up straightening my hook. I have thick hooks too.

I got stuck on some metal structure making a lame cast. I could not break my line even with a rag around my hand and winding that line several times around my hand. This was the first time in about 20 years that I had to actually cut my line. I lost about 30 feet of line.

[moganman]

One day they're gonna be forced to close SLP down. Always people out there drowning

[johnnymisty]

Ya the first drum my wife caught we go it up on the pier i grabbed the line to pull the fish out of my net and the line snapped i use 15 or 17lb mono line gonna upgrade to spider wire also had the eyelet centers on my ugly stick pop out so guess its time for a new rod got 12 years outta this one

[40GallonsOfDoom]

Umm whats a SLP?