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Saltwater Baits

Shrimp, squid, sand fleas and ballyhoo - the saltwater standards from the surf to offshore. Match what the local fish are eating this month and half the battle is won.

Saltwater Baits

7 in this group - part of the full baits guide.

Shrimp (dead & live) Beginner

Shrimp (dead & live)

Saltwater's universal currency
Squid Beginner

Squid

The tough all-rounder of salt
Sand Fleas (Mole Crabs) Beginner

Sand Fleas (Mole Crabs)

Free surf bait underfoot
Fiddler Crabs Beginner

Fiddler Crabs

The sheepshead specialist
Bloodworms & Sandworms Beginner

Bloodworms & Sandworms

The Atlantic's premium worm
Ballyhoo Advanced

Ballyhoo

Offshore trolling's standard bait
Clams (Surf Clams) Beginner

Clams (Surf Clams)

After-storm surf striper special

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