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New Video: Catching California's Toughest Species (Surf Fishing Challenge)
Join me on a SoCal surf fishing mission to land a big predatory fish from the beach — with just two rules: it has to come from an open ocean Southern California beach, and it has to eat an artificial lure.


New Video: March 2026 Southern California Surf Fishing Forecast – Halibut, White Seabass Baits, Tackle & Tides
The new SoCal Surf Fishing Forecast for March 2026 is live! In this month’s report, we cover:
🗓️ Best March tide windows
🌊 Grunion run timing & what it means for surf anglers
🐟 Go-to halibut baits & artificial lures
🎣 Recommended tackle combos for Halibut & White seabass
📈 Seasonal tips + what should produce over the next few weeks


Mastering Tides for Fishing: Use This Easy Rule To Improve Your Surf Fishing Success
Understanding tides for fishing is crucial for any serious surf angler – here's an easy rule to help work out the best times to fish...


Halibut Fishing California – 2025 Surf Setups for Artificial Lures ($250 to $1300+ Budgets)
Here’s a breakdown of the best setups for every budget, from $250 to over $1000...


2025 Surf Perch Setups For Every Budget ($250 – $750 Surf Fishing Combos)
Three surf perch setups – tried-and-tested with our California-based beach fishing guiding service – that offer excellent value for money...
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This week's California Surf Fishing Report and Forecast (4/17 - 4/23)
Welcome to this week's Surf Fishing Report and Forecast for California, covering Wednesday 17th to
Tuesday 23rd April...


This week's Surf Fishing Report for California (3/6 – 3/12)
Welcome to this week's Surf Fishing Report for California, covering Wednesday 6th to Tuesday 12th March, 2024...


Surf Fishing Videos - Surf Perch Rigs, Baits, Tips, Live Action
Recently, I teamed up with the Okuma USA crew to make a short film about fishing for surf perch in California plus a bait tips video...


Penn Spinfisher VII review - still the best all-round saltwater fishing reel?
Looking for a sealed saltwater spinning reel? Check out the new IPX5-rated Penn Spinfisher VII reel for a mid-price option...


Three Best Ways to Rig Berkley Gulp! Sandworms for Surf Perch Fishing
One of the most effective all-round baits for West Coast surf perch fishing, here's how to rig Berkley Gulp! Saltwater Sandworms...


Yellowfin Croaker Fishing Guide - Bag Limits, Bait, Tips, Rigs
Learn everything you need to know about Yellowfin Croaker Fishing in California including Size Limits, Baits, Rigs, Setups, Tips and more...


Surf Fishing Hooks - How to Choose the Best Type and Size of Hook
A complete playbook on how to choose the best type and size of Surf Fishing Hook including Circle hooks, J hooks, Trebles, Baitholder hooks…


Surf Fishing California - Six Common Beginner Mistakes Fixed
Everything that Beginners get Wrong – Tides, Structure, Rigs, Baits – when Starting Surf Fishing in California, Oregon & Washington State...


Finding and Using Sand Crabs - The Best Bait for Surf Fishing!
How to Find, Collect, Hook, Rig, Hook and Catch Sand Crabs (sand fleas) for Surf Fishing Bait in California, Oregon, Washington State...


How to Fish on Grunion Runs for Maximum Success
All the best Times, Baits, Beaches, Locations, Tips, Rigs, and Tides for red-hot Grunion Run Fishing in California...
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