u/DallasOil

Heading to Destin Florida near Henderson Beach for a week. Ive really enjoyed fishing the past year and would love to saltwater fish for the first time.

I’m a complete noob and need some advice on 1) reel / gear needed, 2) where to fish on the beach or pier, 3) type of fish to go after, and 4) bait to use!

I want good value and something that will last a long time.

I have a Shimano Curado DC 150 as my sole reel but I’m willing to get a new one for this trip. Probably also getting a travel rod so I can bring it back with me.

Thank you so much!

Edit: Planning to fish the Surf!

I was in a tough spot today so I had to take old insulin that expired eight years ago. To my surprise, it worked great and quickly lowered my blood sugar.

‼️☣️I do not recommend using expired insulin (unless it is a zombie apocalypse or an emergency).

I'm a complete nooby. I bought a kastking zephyr combo about two years ago as my first rod and have absolutely loved it. I’m still not very good but it’s always a blast. Met some great people and reconnected with a few old friends that just enjoy getting out and casually fishing.

A friend and mentor of mine who has taken me fishing quite a bit asked me to meet him at a local sporting goods store. To my surprise, he helped me pick out this setup and then bought it for me. He also shared how fishing has led to so much personal growth, new friendships, and opportunities to share the faith that we both have. He also told me about a friend of his that passed away years ago who bought him a really nice rod and reel that he still fishes with today.

I can’t really explain it, but this gift made a huge impression on me and I feel really honored by his friendship. I’m absolutely paying this one forward someday.

Fishing with good people is what it’s all about 🥹

We got the lowest trim of the L60 FE and frankly the obstacle avoidance isn’t enough for our house filled with toddler obstacles.

I don’t have any high thresholds - just a lot of kid stuff that this thing gets hung up on. What should I upgrade to?

Ground floor is 2,000 SF (70% wood floors, 20% carpet, 10% tile) and this L60 FE takes 3 hours and several trips to (sometimes) complete.