Sand Spike
May 5, 2009 Gear
A good sand spike is without a doubt the most underrated pier of surf fishing gear . So many times a novice fisherman will spend a lot of money on a surf fishing rod and fishing reel and then buy a $7 PVC sand spike. I will try to explain some of the major benefits of purchasing or building a decent quality sand spike. The sand spike is the last line of defense between you and that car hood sting ray that just picked up your cut bait . So many times the drag maintains too much tension and the rod is pulled from the security of the spike and down into the ocean. Here is a quick list of things you should look for when buying a sand spike. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: sand spike, surf fishing gear
Sand Flea Rake
May 4, 2009 Gear
A Sand Flea Rake is used to catch mole crabs, aka sand fleas . I am not sure how common it may be, but my nephews call them crigger jiggers. Anyway, sand fleas are the perfect bait for fish that feed right in the surf zone. Catching them by hand can be back breaking and time consuming.
The typical sand flea rake is constructed of a sturdy aluminum handle and basket. It is basically a shovel and a sifter all in one. You search for sands fleas in the tide line and scoop up the sand. Then you hold the basket in the water while the excess sand is washed away. If everything goes well, you have a basket full of the world's greatest Pompano bait.
Tags: mole crabs, sand flea rake, sand fleas, surf fishing gear
