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Tackle for Gilthead seabream

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

Gilthead seabream

Sparus aurata

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Technique

Shore type

1 setups

Surf Casting

Long-range bottom fishing

Long-range bottom fishing with natural bait on sandy/mixed shores

  • Level: Beginner–Advanced
  • Effort: High
Rod
3.90–4.50 m; 100–250 g
Reel
5000–14000 surf
Main line
0.25–0.35 mm + shock leader
Leader/trace
0.45–0.70 mm shock/trace
Hook/lure
#8–2/0 to suit the target
Bait/lure
Mamun
Connector
Swivel/clip; pick a suitable breaking strain

Legal minimum size: 20 cm

Watch out: Casting safety with heavy leads

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.