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Heavy / Trophy Fish Setup
Built to fight tarpon, big sharks, and other bruisers that test every part of your tackle.
Heavy / TrophySaltwaterHeavy tackle
- Rod
- 7'6"–8' Heavy to Extra-heavy, Fast
- Reel
- 6000–14000 spinning or a conventional with 30+ lb drag
- Main line
- 50–80 lb braid
- Leader
- 60–100 lb fluorocarbon bite leader (+ wire for sharks)
- Hook
- 6/0–10/0 circle hook
- Rig
- Fish-finder rig or free-lined live bait; heavy shock section
- Lure / bait
- Large live/cut bait (crabs, mullet, ladyfish)
- Knot
- Bimini + Albright leader system; snell/uni to hook
Why this setup works
Maximum drag and abrasion resistance keep you connected through long runs, jumps, and structure that would break lighter gear.
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