Surf Fisherman Unite! Any tips for central coast beaches?

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Attn all beach bums,

I am at Vandenberg AFB and would like to get my slay goin on. I was wondering if any of the more experienced dudes could point me in a direction to catch some surf perch, calicos/sand bass, and halibut. Really, I will take whatever is biting.

I have not surf fished since pre-Y2K! My current arsenal includes an Abu spinning rod with 8lb test, a Baitrunner combo w/ 20lb test, and a Shimano Citica (bass setup) also with 20lb test.

What are some of the typical hard baits, soft stuff, and live/cut bait being used for surf? I hear carolina rigs are the thing, other wise throw expensive japanese plugs that look like sardines?

Any and all help is appreciated boys.
S

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all aboard the FAILBOAT:???:

[fatherof5]

I know there is some nice water up your way. Check out some of the posts of Wingnut. He has been known to frequent those waters. He usually has a post too about lures and equipment. You could send him a private message using the link under your log in name. There used to be some how to's in the socal general board area. Good luck...

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WINNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNGNUT where art thou?

[Wingnut]

WINNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNGNUT where art thou?

Ask... and thou shall receive. :Wink:

Shoot me a PM and tell me where exactly you are located and where you want to fish... North or South? I'll try to steer you in the right direction. :Secret: