Redfish tackle doesn’t have to break your bank

Targeting redfish doesn’t take a lot of expensive tackle, just a spinning outfit and a few basic lures.

Anglers who normally fish with artificial lures can select a very good and reasonably priced spinning outfit that includes a medium weight, 6 1/2-foot spinning rod similar to Bass Pro Shops’ IM6 or IM7 Graphite Series and an open-faced spinning reel like the Shimano Saros 2500F.  Some fishermen prefer spooling 12-pound monofilament, giving added casting distance.  Anglers commonly thread a Gulp or Bass Assassin Sea Shad trailer behind a 1/4-ounce chartreuse or red jighead when casting to redfish.

Fly anglers frequently choose an 8-weight fly rod and reel with a floating line and about 9 feet of leader ending in a 20-pound fluorocarbon tippet.  Popular flies include various Deceivers or Clouser minnows that mimic small baitfish or shrimp.

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