Crabbing for my first time!

[kyojinalex]

I got a hoop net for my birthday at the beginning of the month. Just in time for crab season. I think I've got a decent understanding of what to do and how to catch something (hopefully). I have been on these forums long enough to tell that a lot of you guys know what you're talking about :Wink: I'm just seeing if anyone has any last minute advise. I will be heading out early in the evening. I've heard chicken makes good bait so I'm gonna give that a shot unless anyone thinks thats a waste. Also wondering if Balboa and Newport piers are half decent places to go looking for crab.
Thanks in advance for any help :Smile:

[Bowlfrogg]

Get an Oily fish like Macs, Salmon heads, Tuna scraps, That works AMAZING. Ive gotten more off Balboa then Newport. Remeber with crab its a lot quicker then lobster so pull every 20 mins or so! Good Luck. make sure you have the right gauge for the different crabs!

[Sparky70]

I have CRABS :Rolls Eyes::Dead Horse:

[DockRat]

Remember only 2 items allowed by DFG on a pier.
2 nets max or 1 pole and 1 net per person. No license needed.
I don't think we have a crab season in so cal.
DR



I have CRABS :Rolls Eyes::Dead Horse:

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