Whether a pro or novice, we can't stress enough the importance of quality fishing tackle. First and foremost, fresh line on well-maintained reels is a must. We recommend that you have your reels serviced at least annually, and fresh line put on before your trip. If you're in the Malibu area, check out Malibu Fish N' Tackle. Otherwise, drop by Fisherman's Landing Tackle Shop. They'll make sure you're properly outfitted with the correct tackle. Below is suggested tackle for both Coronado Islands and Offshore / Tuna trips aboard the Prowler. Make sure to check out the current Fish Report for up-to-date conditions and what's working well for the catch!

TACKLE TIPS FOR INSHORE FISHING AND THE CORONADO ISLANDS
FOR YELLOWTAIL, WHITE SEABASS, BARRACUDA, CALICO BASS AND MORE!

1. 20 – 25 lb. outfit; 7 ft. medium/light action rod with Penn 535 reel (or equivalent) for fishing with anchovies or sardines
2. 25 – 30 lb. outfit; 7 ft. medium/heavy action rod with Penn 535 reel (or equivalent) for fishing with sardines or jigs

#1 or #2 hooks can be used for anchovies
#1/0 to #3/0 hooks can be used for sardines
Blue and white Salas 6X juniors are a popular jig for yellowtail

TACKLE TIPS FOR OFFSHORE FISHING ABOARD THE PROWLER FOR ALBACORE, BLUEFIN TUNA, YELLOWFIN TUNA AND MORE!

1. 20 – 25 lb. outfit; 7 ft. medium/light action rod with Penn 535 reel (or equivalent) for fishing with anchovies or sardines
2. 25 - 30 lb. outfit; 7 ft. medium/heavy action rod with Penn 535 reel (or equivalent) for fishing with sardines or jigs
3. Optional: 30 – 50 lb. outfit to be used for fishing bluefin or other larger tuna species.

#1 or #2 hooks can be used for anchovies
#1/0 to #4/0 hooks can be used for sardines
½ to 1-ounce rubbercore sinkers for use with anchovies
Blue and white or blue and chrome 6X juniors are popular for fishing offshore.

The Prowler recommends Penn Reels and Rods and Berkeley Trilene monofilament.