Mahi-mahi Offshore Setup Mahi-mahi Offshore
Blackfin tuna Offshore Setup Blackfin tuna Offshore
Yellowfin tuna Offshore Setup Yellowfin tuna Offshore
Wahoo Offshore Setup Wahoo Offshore / Pier
King mackerel Offshore Setup King mackerel Offshore / Pier
Spanish mackerel Offshore Setup Spanish mackerel Offshore / Pier
Barracuda Offshore Setup Barracuda Offshore / Pier
Sailfish Offshore Setup Sailfish Offshore / Wreck
Cobia Offshore Setup Cobia Offshore / Wreck
Yellowtail snapper Reef Setup Yellowtail snapper Reef / Bridge
Mangrove snapper Reef Setup Mangrove snapper Reef / Bridge
Lane snapper Reef Setup Lane snapper Reef / Bridge
Vermilion snapper Reef Setup Vermilion snapper Reef / Bridge
Schoolmaster Reef Setup Schoolmaster Reef / Bridge
Mahogany snapper Reef Setup Mahogany snapper Reef / Bridge
Hogfish Reef Setup Hogfish Reef / Bridge
Mutton snapper Reef Setup Mutton snapper Reef / Wreck
Red snapper Reef Setup Red snapper Reef / Wreck
Cubera snapper Reef Setup Cubera snapper Reef / Wreck
Dog snapper Reef Setup Dog snapper Reef / Wreck
Grouper species Reef Setup Grouper species Reef / Wreck
Black grouper Reef Setup Black grouper Reef / Wreck
Gag grouper Reef Setup Gag grouper Reef / Wreck
Red grouper Reef Setup Red grouper Reef / Wreck
Goliath grouper Reef Setup Goliath grouper Reef / Wreck
Greater amberjack Reef Setup Greater amberjack Reef / Wreck
Lesser amberjack Reef Setup Lesser amberjack Reef / Wreck
Almaco jack Reef Setup Almaco jack Reef / Wreck
African pompano Reef Setup African pompano Reef / Wreck
Tilefish Deep drop Setup Tilefish Deep drop
Swordfish Deep drop Setup Swordfish Deep drop
Queen snapper Deep drop Setup Queen snapper Deep drop
Blackfin snapper Deep drop Setup Blackfin snapper Deep drop
Silk snapper Deep drop Setup Silk snapper Deep drop
Snook Inlet Setup Snook Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Tarpon Inlet Setup Tarpon Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Jacks Inlet Setup Jacks Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Yellow jack Inlet Setup Yellow jack Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Blue runner Inlet Setup Blue runner Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Horse-eye jack Inlet Setup Horse-eye jack Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Florida pompano Inlet Setup Florida pompano Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Spotted seatrout Inlet Setup Spotted seatrout Inlet / Bridge / Bay
Permit Flats Setup Permit Flats / Backcountry
Bonefish Flats Setup Bonefish Flats / Backcountry
Sharks Beach Setup Sharks Beach / Offshore
Offshore • Troll + pitch Mahi-mahi Offshore Setup Mahi-mahi
Visual rig → ⚖ FWC • OFFICIAL SOURCE Mahi-mahi — planning summary Checking official source…
Open official law ↗ SEASON Open year-round
SIZE LIMIT 20” fork length in Atlantic state waters
DAILY BAG 5 per person per day
VESSEL LIMIT 30 per private recreational vessel, or the lower applicable limit
SPECIAL RULES Captain and crew may not retain a bag limit; federal rules apply beyond state waters.
VERIFY BEFORE HARVEST This is a planning summary; the official page is linked above. Emergency orders, exact location, state/federal boundaries and identification can change the controlling rule. Budget Best ValueMOST ANGLERS Premium
╱ ROD 7′ 30–50 lb saltwater rod
◉ REEL 6000-size spinning or size-30 lever-drag reel
Why this tier: The specification most anglers should prioritize for durability, drag performance, and serviceability.
main 30–50 lb braid or mono
leader 40–80 lb fluorocarbon
leader Length 15–25 ft
hooks 5/0–7/0 circle
swivels 100–150 lb ball-bearing
weight Naked to 1 oz
bait Ballyhoo, pilchards, squid
accessories Gaff, dehooker, gloves, lure roll
GEAR CHECKLIST 0 owned • 9 missing
Save setup checklist View missing recommendations CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Rods Rods recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Versatile blank, corrosion-resistant guides, and a comfortable foregrip.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Reels Reels recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Smooth 25 lb drag and ample braid capacity for mahi, tarpon, and pier fishing.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Main line Main line recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission A versatile offshore strength with capacity for long-running fish.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Leader Leader recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Abrasion resistance for mahi, snook, mutton snapper, and bridge structure.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Hooks Hooks recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Strong enough for tarpon, sailfish, sharks, and larger live baits.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Terminal tackle Terminal tackle recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Reduces line twist across trolling, live-bait, and bottom presentations.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Lures Lures recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Proven colors and sizes for mahi, tuna, wahoo, and scouting a weed line.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Gaffs Gaffs recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Compact boat gaff sized for mahi, tuna, kingfish, and wahoo.
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CATEGORY ILLUSTRATION Other accessories Other accessories recommendation specification Browse independent stores • No affiliate commission Cuts braid and wire while resisting corrosion.
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