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beach and surf casting
Sand fishing with sinker and natural bait beyond the surf, after pompano, betara and croaker.
| item | specification | why |
|---|---|---|
| rod Surf rod | 3.6 to 4.2 m, casting weight 50 to 150 g | Casts the sinker past the surf and keeps the line above the waves. |
| spinning reel Long-spool surf reel | 250 m of 0.30–0.35 mm mono | Distance and capacity for long casts. |
| line Monofilament | 0.30–0.35 mm | Cheap and easy to replace after scraping on sand. |
| leader Mono shock leader | 35 lb mono (about 0.50 mm) for sinkers up to 100 g; 55 lb (0.60 to 0.70 mm) for 150 g. Rule: 10 lb of leader for every 28 g (1 oz) of sinker, with 6 to 8 wraps on the spool | Absorbs the jerk of casting heavy lead. |
| terminal tackle Rigs and sinkers | 2-hook rig with 0.35 mm droppers; pyramid or claw sinker of 60–150 g | Keeps the baits above the sand and still in the trough. |
| hook Hooks | 2 to 1/0 (pompano and betara); 1/0 to 3/0 (croaker) | Pompano and betara have small mouths. |
| bait/lure Corrupto, mole crab and shrimp | fresh; sardine and squid for croaker | This is what fish eat in the surf zone. |
| accessory Rod holder, bucket, knife and bungee cord | tripod or pipe for sand | Standing rod, tight line and firm bait on the hook. |
| accessory Headlamp | IPX7 | Croaker and catfish do well at night. |
| safety Watch the sea | don't go past the knee in waves | Troughs and rip currents pull toward the bottom. |
budget
- basic
- R$600–1,200
- intermediate
- R$1,800–3,500
- advanced
- R$5,000+
Reference prices in reais (2026), no brand recommended.
tips
- Read the beach at low tide: troughs and sandbanks show where the fish pass.
- Pompano and betara feed in the nearest trough; you don't always need to cast far.
- Rough sea with clear water and a rising tide are usually good for croaker.
- Rinse rod and reel with fresh water when you get home.
