CASTING lures from the beach is hard to beat. It’s a bare bones form of fishing, often only requiring rod, reel and a few lures. It’s also a great way to get some exercise. Though, if catching a lot of fish is the primary objective, it’s not always the best option and there’s no question that fresh bait gets more bites on the beach.
That said, fishing with bait isn't always practical. Bait collection and preparation can be time consuming. Getting bogged down with buckets and excess tackle also eats into precious fishing time. Additionally, beaches and gutters are constantly changing and the fish are very transient with the conditions. These factors can make it difficult to plan a successful trip well in advance.
On the flip side, hitting the sand for a couple of hours with a spinning rod and a few different lures is about as quick and clean as fishing can get. With little gear and preparation necessary, you can be casting a lure into the action in
