Next to squid, I like fresh barracuda or any other fresh bait
All of today's reels are designed to do more than one thing simply because they have the cast control features with the magnetics and flipping features that allow you to disengage the spool, pitch the lure out, and still have control with your thumb over how far the lure goes
In our surf fishing guiding service, we've found this hook to be the perfect size for using with 1" 3" size artificial baits like curytail grubs and plastic sandworms (Gulp Sandworms, Sierra Slammers etc) Whether you're casting from the pier or wading into the surf, these hooks are the perfect choice for targeting surf perch, croaker, corbina and saltwater bass with small artificial baits or fresh offerings anywhere
Dry the reel with a clean cloth before storage
With that being said, both light-line and more heavy duty setups have their place in surf fishing
First Takeaway Its mostly whole chunks of kelp with minimal grass and clean water