![]() The older and larger a fish is, the more it can contribute to the next generation of red drum – so if you target adult red drum, it’s worth taking the time to use the right rig. These set-ups are designed to minimize the chance of gut-hooking these large fish, giving them a better shot at surviving their encounters with anglers. ![]() Today we’re sharing our picks for the ideal rigs to use for adult red drum (aka bull reds) in particular. ![]() Below is an example of a 2 hook fireball rig. For Average Size Surf Fish Species: Striped Bass, Red Drum, Flounder, Sea Trout, Bluefish, Snook Fish Finder Rig: 5/0 Circle Hook, 18 Steel Leader 40 Lb., 8 MM Dia. Surf casting requires the use of a leader, especially when you’re going after fish with big teeth and fishing around structures and rocks. That is why you pull in fish heads and no fish. Double Fireball Rig The fireball rig is a commonly used rig for bluefish. Bluefish don’t hit the mullet on your rigs one at a time like a buffet line, they beat it up from all sides like a school of piranha. Simply tie your main line to the barrel swivel, and attach a pyramid sinker to the bottom of each rig. The math is clear – with coastal angler numbers on the rise, proper handling and release are critical to ensuring good fishing in South Carolina. Below are several commercially available rigs that work well for bluefish. But even under ideal conditions, studies estimate that about 10% of caught-and-released fish die. Of the estimated 560,000 red drum hooked by anglers each year, 80% are released. Blowfish are also moving through in good numbers as these cooler conditions continue. ![]() A few larger black drum (to 5 lbs.) have also been caught on these setups, with shrimp being the top bait choice. The vast majority of red drum caught in South Carolina aren’t kept for coolers. Vinita, of Surf City Pier, reports that bottom-rigged baits have been producing nice mixed bags of spot, trout, bluefish, and sea mullet. ![]()
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