Jim Klopfer reports the sheepshead spawn is in full bore
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While some anglers may opt for a lighter action when throwing super lightweight jig heads, I typically wont fish anything lighter than 3/16 ounces, so this rod fits my needs perfectly

So, from bait to rod handle, here's what our best setup and rig for surf perch lure fishing anywhere in California, Oregon, Washington or Mexico consists of: 90 to 110-size (1/2 - 1oz) jerkbait / crankbait / stickball in bright, light or white color Small stainless steel 30-pound rated clip for attaching lure Clip attached to line via a Palomar or Rapala Knot 40 inches of 20-pound mono or fluorocarbon top shot / leader Crazy Alberto or FG mono to braid main line knot 20-pound braid main line (filed to spool rim) 9 - 11' Medium to Medium Plus-rated spinning rod 3500 to 4500-size spinning reel Setup 4: Surf Perch Lure Fishing Reel, Pole / Rod Combo for California, Oregon, Washington, Mexico, West Coast Surf Perch Fishing The best rod (pole), reel and combo for surf perch lure fishing consists of a Fast-action rod in the Medium to Medium+ rating category with a suggested line usage around 10 to 20lb and a casting weight around 1/2 to 2oz