> 1. what rigs should i use what technique for tarpon?
If you are new to the area, the method that is most likely to result in success would be live baiting.
Pinfish should be easily to catch on area grass flats. Find a grass flat. Anchor or drift with a chum bag out and use hair-hooks tipped with shrimp.
You can free-line the pinfish these near and around bridges and channels where you see tarpon rolling or other boats tarpon fishing.
> 2. should i use heavy leader
It depends… If you want more hook-ups, go light – like 50-60 lb. If you hooking-up but losing fish switch to 80 lb.
> 3. can i use bass rods with20-25 pound test
Yes, that’s fine. Set you drags to one-third the line breaking strength.
> 4 what is the best line for saltwater fishing?
Use whatever you like.
> 5 what can i use for bait for dolphin (mahi)
Fresh (not frozen) ballyhoo. Rig whole ballyhoo with a bead rig for trolling. When you hook one, use chucks of ballyhoo catch others on the school.
> 6 could i be succesful for dolphin trolling without outriggers?
Yes, look for debris, weed lines and birds.
> 7. should i use a planer
Only if you feel comfortable with its use.
> 8. what is the best way to rig for snapper or grouper
Too many to mention.
> 9 what baits to use for snapper or any botton fish
Shrimp, squid, pilchards, ballyhoo, mullet, pinfish, sardines – almost anything.
> 10 where can i fish for snapper
Find a nice patch reef and chum.
> 11 is it best to anchor or drift for snapper
Anchor.
> 12 does anyone have gps corridnates (are you willing to share them)
Check out CyberAngler’s Artificial Reef Locator at:
http://cyberangler.com/reefs/> 13 what lb test should i use for bottom fish
Depends… When fishing for yellowtail snapper I use 8-12 lb. Smaller Grouper and Muttons – 12-20 lb. Larger bottom fish 50 lb.