Things You'll Need:
- Heavy action rod 8 to 10 feet
- Large deep sea reel
- 300 yards of 120 lb. test mono fishing line
- 3 yards of 250 lb. mono
- 8/0 hook
- Wire leader
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Step 1
Spool a large deep sea reel with 300 yard or more of 120 lb. or heavier mono filament fishing line and attach it to a heavy action rod that is at least 8 to 10 feet long.
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Step 2
Thread the mono filament through a 5- to 8-oz. sinker, depending on the current where you will be fishing.
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Step 3
Tie a 3-foot shock leader, a section of 250 lb. mono filament, to a swivel and then attach the swivel to the end of your line. Use a red bead to prevent the sinker from banging against the swivel.
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Step 4
Tie on a 7/0 or 8/0 hook, or to a combo of a wire leader and 7/0 or 8/0 hook to the end of the shock leader.
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Step 5
Catch a large fish, either a small tarpon, a large lady fish, or buy a large squid at the super market. This will be your bait.
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Step 6
Hook the bait through the eyes and back and then cast your bait into the water. Let it lay near the bottom and wait for a strike. When you feel a hit, set the hook and hang on.
