Inshore sea fishing, bait preparation, fishing techniques and some tips

Our country also boasts a coastline stretching 3,260 km, with 28 of Vietnam’s 63 provinces and cities bordering the sea; this highlights the great diversity of fish species in our country. Consequently, this provides excellent opportunities and a great deal of inspiration for anglers wishing to fish in nearshore waters. However, sea fishing is by no means easy; as well as preparing the right sea fishing tackle, you must also equip yourself with the knowledge of how to fish in coastal waters to achieve the best results.

See previous article: Tips for effective sea fishing

What bait should you use for inshore sea fishing?

To catch sea fish, anglers must first know and understand which bait is suitable for inshore sea fishing. This is because the range of bait for inshore sea fishing is vast, and you must base your choice on the feeding habits of the specific inshore fish species you are targeting. Generally, natural bait is the most effective choice for fishing.

Here are some examples of bait for inshore sea fishing, commonly used by professional anglers, for your reference: bait made from squid, mussels, gobies, fingernail snails, horse mackerel, etc.

What about hooks for inshore sea fishing?

To achieve the best results when fishing from the shore, you should use carbon-fibre sea fishing rods with guides, ranging in length from 4 to 5.4 metres, and use medium-sized hooks; depending on whether the waves are large or small, select a sinker weighing between 100 and 150 grams. Most importantly, to thread the entire sea worm through, you’ll need a skewer; only then should you thread it onto the hook.

And don’t forget to prepare a rod rest with a diameter of approximately 40 mm and a length of 1 metre for your rod.

Inshore sea fishing in winter?

Many people think that in winter, when it’s cold, fish go into hibernation and feed less, but in fact the colder months are often the ideal time for sea fishing, especially from the shore.

How to fish in coastal waters?

Every angler will choose their own method for inshore sea fishing, but most will opt for the approach described below. Let’s take a look and give it a go.

Inshore sea fishing usually involves bottom fishing; you should only jerk the rod when the tip is pointing fully downwards.

First, before casting your line, check the reel’s drag. Set the reel’s drag to the optimal setting so that the line runs out smoothly and effortlessly. If the drag is set too tight when a fish takes the bait, it will snap the line and allow the fish to escape. Conversely, if it’s set too loose, there’s a high risk of losing the fish.

In addition, you should prepare your pre-tied rigs at home before you go fishing. When the fish are biting heavily, you won’t have time to prepare a rig on the spot.

Keep an eye out for seabirds; if you see them circling a particular stretch of sea, it means there’s a large school of fish in that area. Alternatively, if a flock of birds is circling a particular spot and diving into the water, that’s a good time to cast your line. If you come across pieces of wood or debris floating on the water’s surface, try fishing there first, using either live bait or lures.

A quick tip for you: when you return from a fishing trip, use a shower head with warm water to rinse your fishing gear; this will help preserve your sea fishing rod and tackle for longer.

This article aims to share with you the easiest way to fish in coastal waters; we hope it helps you gain some knowledge about sea fishing. We wish you every success on your fishing trips!

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