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    what line should i rig up

    Heading down there fist of march...dug out my got cha lures..any suggestions what line i should use on my light rods,and my medium rods...last time i was down thereva remember hearing about a regulation going into effect .to prevent catching sharks..just want to be up to date and legal..thank you in advance..
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    Welcome fredneck!

    How long are you staying?
    Gotchas are primarily targeting mackerel which usually are just arriving here in early March.
    Most folks like throwing them on 8#-12# mono (and fish for sheepshead with the same).
    Just keep in mind lighter line will give you more casting distance but can increase the likelihood of a cutoff or breakoff as you lift a bigger fish from the water.
    Light tackle (for whiting and pompano) can be 6#-8#.

    No shark landings are allowed on the pier.
    Hope this helps!
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    I use 8# on my 2500 series reels and 10# on my 4000 series. 15# on my king rods.
    Carl

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    Disclaimer: This post and/or report is not a substantiation of or reflection on the true accuracy of the present stock assessment methods. It is only an anecdotal report on or comment concerning local observations. Your results may vary.

 

 

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