The different types of sea fishing

Sea fishing is a relatively broad subject. Indeed, there are so many species of fish, shellfish or even crustaceans that it would almost be necessary to write a book of several hundred pages to cover all the techniques. The hunt for certain fish, such as bass, wolf or even tuna has its own extensive literature. And that is only the tip of the iceberg. In Japan, you would be amazed at the presence of real encyclopedias on the fishing of cephalopods, especially squid.

So we will focus here on tips on all fishing gear according to this practice. Fishing rods that can suit both local fishing from the shore, and other models capable of taking on a swordfish from the other side of the globe. A line or rigs offering very high range technical levels, ensuring controlled battles even in very difficult situations. Or a reel with a very solid frame, almost watertight leaving no entrance to corrosion and various external elements.

All of these elements will need to have undergone a series of tests to be able to face the sometimes challenging conditions at sea. Salt water tends to react badly with gears as well as all metal parts like hooks.

So here are some selection tips from fishermen for the major techniques of predatory marine fishing.

Surfcasting fishing

It is probably one of the most popular fishing these days. This is a waiting game and the main targets in our waters are bass, bream or even meager and rays. Surfcasting fishing is visible to everyone as it is practiced from the beach, day and night. In addition, it can be practiced year-round, without there being a more favourable season to make big catches. The principle is to throw one or more baits into specific areas where your prey is and where it passes.

Surfcasting fishing requires the use of a specific rod. It will most often have to be long to reach great casting distances. It should also be able to propel weights exceeding 100g, and this quite violently, to always deposit your rig as far as possible. You will use baits such as squid, worms, sardines or shellfish.

It will also be important to be fully equipped in terms of clothing and accessories. Spikes or tripods are almost essential for good fishing comfort, as well as high-quality hooks. Be sure to cover up properly and anticipate weather changes, including rain, wind, and cold. This style of fishing can quickly become very physically demanding.

The practice of Rockfishing

Modern, cool and visual, the rockfishing technique is growing in popularity with young generations of fishermen. These have taken back the ports to dredge the bottoms in search of fish. This practice usually involves small lures to find a rock fish but can be very effective on bass fishing.

Here too, this practice requires specific equipment to perfectly realize the desired animations and be particularly effective. The rod will generally be quite long if you need to reach a good distance, and shorter for fishing from a pontoon, bridges or moored boats. The action will generally not be too fast to still open some versatility to the ensemble.

You will be able to vary the lures you use with it. These will mainly include soft lures, with different shapes and actions. We will try to reproduce a small prey swimming or eating on the bottom. Another indispensable lure is the jig, or rather the micro jig of a few grams. Shiny and easy to animate, it will be an inexhaustible playmate that will make you get a lot of bites as soon as you cast.

The jigging practice of sea fishing

Ultra-efficient and easy to learn, jigging practice is intended to be within everyone's reach, both in terms of equipment prices and execution of the technique. It will consist of descending into several meters of water, according to posts, more or less heavy metallic jigs. The goal is to make the lure go up and down in a more or less orderly manner. This will tend to mimic a prey either fleeing or coming to die on the bottom.

You can equip yourself with both casting and spinning sets. The most important thing in this technique will be to have a combo in perfect harmony with the weight of the lures you are going to use. It can be very interesting to equip yourself with a jigging braid that changes color at regular distances.

This can be of great help in finding a rhythm of animation and knowing where you are in relation to the bottom. The reel should be part of the very resistant range in order to repeat these heavy animations. You can target bass, bonito or even mackerel.

Sea fishing by boat

This style of fishing includes many techniques that can be practiced from a boat. Sea fishing by boat can target different species, generally, a wide range is sought, with baits, live baits, lures but also specific feeding techniques. These methods include bottom fishing, trolling or broumé fishing.

Like the vast majority of marine practices, you can choose your season without discrimination and be able to catch fish in any weather condition, whether it is cold, hot, rain, bright sunshine, or wind.

Your equipment will thus depend on the technique used. But some main avenues stand out. Usually, rods are quite short. They are easier to handle from a boat and especially lighter. Without the need to cast far, comfort is preferred over distance. The boat can always get closer to the targeted area.

Almost everything you come across in the water can be targeted by this mode of fishing, from cephalopod fishing to shark fishing, including mackerel fishing.

Big game fishing

Again, we cover a somewhat generalist topic. Big game fishing includes several techniques, including one that is often associated with it, trolling. It consists of putting a lure in the water and using a boat to give it its swimming action. You will then always need to move forward for the fishing action to take place.

A choice of adequate material and hooks will also be important here. The line or rigs will be different if one practices in our waters or thousands of kilometers from here. The main trophies sought will be tuna or bonito, swordfish, sailfish, barracudas, or even dolphinfish.