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December surf fishing in FL
« on: December 13, 2021, 07:35:17 AM »
Two quick things to report. First is my lifer black drum from Flagler Beach. This species has been on my want list for a while. They're cute when they're young and ugly when they're full grown.



And yesterday I dusted off the shark gear and tried for bulls near Sebastian Inlet. Had some skipjack to use up. Something picked up the head and ran with it steadily for 30 seconds. I tightened the drag and did the quick shuffle backwards to hopefully set the hook. Felt the weight of something for a second, but then nothing. Must have pulled it right out of its mouth. The coating on the steel leader was frayed and the 40 lb mono sinker line was broken off in the middle. Might have been my bull!



The end of the year is coming quick! Hopefully I can make it out for another attempt or two.
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Re: December surf fishing in FL
« Reply #1 on: December 13, 2021, 08:13:29 AM »
Cool looking juvi black drum. They are ugly when they’re older but such a cool fish, and tasty once you get past the huge scales. Hope to see the bull from you soon, sounded like an exciting bite.

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Re: December surf fishing in FL
« Reply #2 on: December 13, 2021, 12:07:12 PM »
30 seconds of burning drag is why it is so addictive  8)

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Re: December surf fishing in FL
« Reply #3 on: December 13, 2021, 05:18:56 PM »
30 seconds of burning drag is why it is so addictive  8)

That's what I was thinking, you'll get one Ben
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Re: December surf fishing in FL
« Reply #4 on: December 13, 2021, 06:54:32 PM »
Jeremy got his round ray before you got your bull.

I'll be in Florida for 4 days coming up, but no chance to fish. Saying goodbye to a family member in a celebration of life. I'll be looking you up the next time I'm down there for fishing though.

Thanks for keeping the reports coming here. 🍻
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Re: December surf fishing in FL
« Reply #5 on: December 13, 2021, 10:59:12 PM »
Keep living that dream Ben!!
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Re: December surf fishing in FL
« Reply #6 on: December 14, 2021, 09:27:46 AM »
I'll be in Florida for 4 days coming up, but no chance to fish. Saying goodbye to a family member in a celebration of life. I'll be looking you up the next time I'm down there for fishing though.

Condolences Tom. And yes, please do let me know if you come this way for some fishing and the slightly brighter sunshine. Same goes for anyone else on this site. Can't promise any fish, but the shark bite is pretty good here.  :)