Video, detailed instruction, tackle recommendations, locations, destinations, news and much more for shark fishing!
Three major species dominate the near shore and offshore scene. Blue sharks are by far the most numerous. Mako sharks and thresher sharks are the most sought after because of their size (especially for tournament fishing) and food value. Both species are incredibly good fighters. The mako is the fastest of all sharks and can sometimes leap over 20ft in the air!
Brining Bait
Bunker (menhaden/pogies) is a critical striped bass bait. Fresh bunker is not always easily to find on the water or at your local bait shop. The quality of frozen bait available from most tackle shops…
Shark Fishing Tips
Sharks may not be hard to find, but big mako sharks and thresher sharks can certainly be harder to catch than blue sharks. These majestic creatures has been making great profits for the fishing industry…
New Tackle Recommendations
The crew from Northeast Angling has put together a complete list of tackle recommendations along with tips and techniques for all of the regional saltwater species. Each list includes the rods, reels, line, terminal tackle,…
Montauk, NY – Shark Fishing
Capt Andy joins up with New England shark authority Capt Bill Brown of Billfish Sportfishing Charters (860 741-3301) and hook expert Jeff Pierce from Mustad. The crew spends the day illustrating all the fine points…
Martha's Vineyard, MA - Shark Fishing
Capt Andy and Rich hooked up with New England shark authority Capt Bill Brown of Billfish Sportfishing Charters. Bill Brown is a prolific outdoor writer, seminar speaker, successful tournament angler and one of the finest…
New England Sharks
Capt Andy and Rich hooked up with New England shark authority Capt Bill Brown of Billfish Sportfishing Charters. Bill Brown is a prolific outdoor writer, seminar speaker, successful tournament angler, shark fishing specialist, and one…
Jefferys Ledge, MA - Shark Fishing
Our shark fishing visit to the Jeffreys Ledge of the coast of Massachusetts set a record for the longest run of our first season season. Captains Andy and Rich’s guest, Captain John Pirie of On-Line Fishing Charters…