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Tackle for Bluefish

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

Bluefish

Pomatomus saltatrix

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Shore type

1 setups

Spin

Spinning

Cast-and-retrieve fishing with plugs, spoons and soft plastics

  • Level: Beginner–Advanced
  • Effort: Moderate
Rod
2.40–3.00 m; 5–40 g
Reel
2500–4000
Main line
PE 0.8–1.5
Leader/trace
0.28–0.45 mm fluorocarbon
Hook/lure
Single/treble on the lure; check regulations and safety
Bait/lure
Metal spoon
Connector
Swivel/clip; pick a suitable breaking strain

Legal minimum size: 18 cm

Watch out: Lure casting path and rocky ground

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.