Thread: Old dog needs new tricks

OK, so I lived in Galveston and was on the pier every week, but, that was years ago. So, I have saltwater experience, but, it's been a while since I've accessed that part of my brain.
I have all kinds of lures and tackle and will be using light stuff. 7' rods with about 15# or 20# line, single strand leaders, heavy flurocarbon, etc.
So, I really only have two questions.
1- Do bubble rigs work that much better for spanish than popping corks? And, what lure should I trail behind it?
2- Has anyone tried an umbrella rig that is so popular in fresh water?

1- Do bubble rigs work that much better for spanish than popping corks? And, what lure should I trail behind it?
I think so, popping corks tend to get hit, depending on the color/size. Lure: 2" piece of straw, clark spoon, spec rig, crappie jigs, etc...

2- Has anyone tried an umbrella rig that is so popular in fresh water?
I Have not, would be a lot of money to lose when a toothy critter smacks the swivel.

Thanks, Carl. Maybe I'll tie the umbrella on with a short piece of single strand behind a black swivel.

Originally Posted by musket

Thanks, Carl. Maybe I'll tie the umbrella on with a short piece of single strand behind a black swivel.

Welcome to the forum Musket!
Be aware that Spaniards seem to find swivels of any color very tasty, because they sure eat a lot of them.

Thanks, FinChaser. I don't know why the forum says I just joined as I joined over two years ago. I just don't post much.
I'll be fishing Fri and maybe Thurs PM. Is there anything worth chasing with lures or bubble rigs at night?