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Principle and target areas
The aim is to place the bait on the bottom, in the corridors where sea bass, flatfish, sars, bream, mullet, etc. circulate.âeurosâeuros
Fishermen often distinguish several distance bands: the first 20 m very stirred up and rich in food, the intermediate zone (20 to 60 m) quieter, then the long distance beyond 60 m for wary fish.âeuros
Bottom breaks, bays, holes, creek exits or marked wave zones are key positions, as they concentrate current and food.âeuros
Basic equipment
A long rod (about 4âeuros5 m) with a good reserve of power to propel heavy leaded set-ups behind the waves.âeuros
A sturdy reel with a large spool for easy line release and hard casting, fitted with nylon or braid adapted to the weight of the sinkers.âeuros
Weights in a variety of shapes (grabs to hold in the wave, tapered weights for distance) and simple fixtures (one or two stacks) to limit entanglement and increase range.âeuros
Common natural baits
Marine worms (arenicolae, sand worms, bibis, etc.) are very versatile baits, appreciated by sparids, flatfish and sea bass.âeurosâeuros
Cuttlefish or squid lanières are effective on bass, skate, dogfish and other bottom-feeding fish.âeurosâeuros
Small fish (lançons, mackerel in strips) and crustaceans (shrimps, crabs) can be used to select larger or meatier fish.âeurosâeuros
Tides, conditions and strategy
The rising tide is often preferred, as it gradually opens up new food-rich areas and brings the fish close to shore.âeurosâeuros
A slightly choppy, tinted sea is generally more productive than a clear calm, as the waves loosen worms, shells and debris from the bottom.âeuros
Varying casting distance, bait size and stack height will help you quickly identify where and how the fish are feeding.âeuros
Accessibility and pleasure
This fishing is accessible: you can start from any beach with a suitable rod, a few marine worms and simple rigs.âeuros
It can be enjoyed alone, with family or friends, day or night, with the reward of fish that are often excellent to eat.âeurosâeuros
Surfcasting with natural baits combines observation of the environment, preparation of rigs, choice of bait and waiting for the bite, making it a very complete and addictive technique for those who love the seaside.
