fishing in Jacksonville, FL

thackea

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Jul 23, 2003
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who's fishing S/W in Jacksonville? I haven't been doing much lately. Last few times out, we were catching smaller reds in the intracoastal. Heard reports of huge reds outside the Jetties, near the beach. Whats the best rig for these big daddies?<br />We're going to bait up for tarpon tomorrow, also. Any last minute advice here? I'm using a large weight with about 6 foot of 50# leader on a swivel and a big circle hook. I guess we'll try small crabs this time around. Never had any luck with these guys yet though.
 

Fishbusters

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Apr 20, 2002
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Re: fishing in Jacksonville, FL

If you can catch some live pinfish or net some menhaden or other such baitfish (assuming you have a good baitwell to keep them lively) you may want to use them alongside the crabs. Both Tarpon and Reds like these baits and sometimes you can find both in the same locations. I wish I could give you a few local spots to try but I don't know that area well. You rig sounds fine and should work well.
 
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