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Tackle for European barracuda

The tackle recipes used when fishing for European barracuda — from rod to hook, in rig order.

European barracuda

Sphyraena sphyraena

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Technique

Shore type

1 setups

Saltwater Fly

Shore fly fishing

Surface and shallow-water fishing with artificial flies/streamers

  • Level: Advanced
  • Effort: Low
Rod
#6–#10 class; around 2.70 m
Reel
Saltwater fly reel
Main line
Floating/intermediate fly line
Leader/trace
0.25–0.45 mm tapered leader
Hook/lure
#8–2/0 fly
Bait/lure
Streamer
Connector
Swivel/clip; pick a suitable breaking strain

Watch out: Back-cast clearance and wind

Keep with you: Pliers, hook remover, glasses and first aid

Regulations: Communiqué 2024/21 Article 16 hook and line limits and place bans are checked

How does it work?

The recipes are curated species by species. Pick the fish you are after, then narrow it down by technique or shore type if you want. Each card lists the parts in rig order and the safety gear to keep with you.

The recipes are a starting point. Check the local regulations, the minimum sizes and the conditions of the day before you fish.