Newly Transplanted From North Carolina

[daystarmm]

I have been reading the posts about a month and very appreciative of the wealth of info recorded. After fishing the Nags Head and Hatteras piers and surf for years in NC, I've quickly realized that there are marked differences in the tactics here so I'm trying to learn all I can. One thing very clear is the emphasis on live bait. I've noticed that a significant percentage get out their cast nets the same time they get out their rods. The majority of pier fisherman in the Tarheel state use static baits like shrimp, squid, and cut mullet. A few will position themselves on the ends of the piers using live bait for Kings and others fish the pilings with minnows for flounder but live bait is not very prevalent on the piers.

I have some back trouble so being able to drive to the spot where I will fish on the Skyway Piers is a real blessing. I've read the history of how the pier evolved from a broken bridge and very thankful for the visionaries that established this valuable resource. Hopefully, I'll get to meet some of you in person. You will likely find my 62 years old santa clause-esque physique and white goatee under a light blue Carolina baseball cap. I'd enjoy talking to fellow rats and pier jockeys. Best wishes for tight lines for all.

[Filletnrelease]

Welcome aboard. I understand your back pain quite well as I also suffer from bad lower disc's and recent upper back spasms. You will love the convenience of the Skyway piers and the folks that fish it.