The 7 Best Inshore Spinning Reels [2024 UPDATE]

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How Do I Choose a Saltwater Spinning Reel? 

There are a few things that you should look for if purchasing a saltwater spinning reel. One is to be sure that the reel is manufactured to work with the line capacities that you plan on using. Another is to be sure that all of the parts are high quality and that a stainless steel ball-bearing is not exposed, but is instead protected and covered.

 

What is An Inshore Reel? 

An inshore reel is a type of fishing reel that is made for use with inshore fishing. It is important when looking at a reel with an aluminum body that it has been made corrosion-resistant. This will help the reel to last longer when used in saltwater conditions. 

 

A great inshore spinning reel is a necessity when you are considering inshore fishing, especially if you are considering surf fishing or saltwater fishing. Different reels work better for specific purposes, but a few, like my favorite the Piscifun Carbon X, will work in all conditions and can be versatile if you are the type of angler who enjoys different types of fishing.

10 Quick Inshore Fishing Tips 

Many fish species are primarily caught when inshore fishing. These include snook, redfish, flounder, and speckled trout, or spotted sea trout. The following inshore fishing tips will have you catching these fish in no time at all.

 

Tip #1 – Always Use Live Bait 

Many will argue that a lure can work just as well, but we have found that our luck with catching bigger fish has increased significantly when using live bait. Pinfish and live shrimp make some of the best options for live bait as they are a popular food for many of the large game ocean fish that you are probably hoping to catch.

 

Tip #2 – Consider Wade Fishing 

Wade fishing is when you put on hip waders and take on the water. You simply stand still and do not move while casting the linearound yourself. There is no motor to scare fish. There are no large movements or waves from a boat. Plus, you can get into a tight space where a boat can’t be.

 

Tip #3 – Think About the Weather When Considering the Spot 

In warm weather, the best place to catch the bigger fish is in the cool areas by rocks, shells, and drop-offs. So the fish can stay cool while finding food that lurks in these areas. When the weather cools down and the water begins to cool, the dark murky places can absorb more heat, so the fishmove to stay warm.

 

Tip #4 – Be Slow on the Retrieve

Anglers know that one of the most exciting things that you can do is catch a fish. When that fish starts to pull on the line, the natural reaction is to pull the line back quickly and reel your catch in as fast as you can. Stop yourself from doing this. With the larger fish especially the knee-jerk reaction to get them in quick can result in losing the fish. Taking it slow is the best way to get the biggest catches.

 

Tip #5 – Follow the Law

 Unless you own private property that has fishing on it (and in some states not even then), you must have a license to go fishing. Make sure that you have a license for the type of fishing that you will be doing, in some states, there is a difference between saltwater and freshwater fishing.

 

Tip #6 – Know the Tide

When planning an inshore saltwater fishing trip, make sure that you know the tide. You must be fishing in places with an incoming tide to allow for more fish to be present. The baitfish will follow the tide when swimming around so make sure that you can be where the fish will also be following the tide.

 

Tip #7 – Don’t Forget Your Shades or Sunscreen 

Make sure that you have some type of sunglasses or eye protection from the sun. Sunscreen is also vital, even if the sun is not that warm. The reason being that when you are inshore fishing the reflection of the sun from the water can be damaging to the eyes. The water also attracts the sun, so you get the strongest rays while in the water.

 

Tip #8 – Fish in the Evening Hours or the Morning Hours

 The fish are most active and most likely to bite in the morning and evening hours. These are the times when the sun is not too hot and the times when the fish are most active. As the sun warms up, fish retreat further from the shore to find cooler water. So, by utilizing these more active times, you will have more luck with catching fish.

 

Tip #9 – Consider the Pier

Public piers are typically great places to catch fish. One of the reasons for this is all of the spaces beneath the pier that provide a place for the fish to hide. This means that there will be more schools of fish that cluster in this area.

 

Tip #10 – Watch the Water

There is also a need to watch the water. By watching the water, you can see where small feeder fish are jumping out of the water and/if there is an area where the water appears darker. The darker look is where the ocean drops off and there is more of a distance to the bottom of the ocean.

 

These tips will help you to have success when you take your chances with inshore fishing.

Closing

This is one of the oldest types of fishing making it fun and efficient. Make sure to follow the tips I shared and please, watch out to not drop your fishing gear in the water!