what kit do i need for makeral

[mosa]

as titled what length spinning rod, what size reel, what weight line, what weight sinkers cheers all

[kela66]

i think you may have posted this in the wrong section for the best result's . have a little look at this How to catch mackerel. A guide to catching Mackerel using spinners, lures, feathers and floats hope it help's

[Defective]

If your planning on fishing any of the local piers i would get yourself a hard hat to start with. Once the mackerel are in the lead starts to fly allover. Then get an alarm clock so you can get up early and avoid all the school kids

[5150]

Usually find the tackle shops do a combo deal on a rod and reel mate, 7' - 9' rods normally. I use 8lb line on mine mainly for the lift up the side of Blyth pier. Cheap spinners £1 - £1.20 ish, can never recall the weight on them though! I've got the Shakespeare Targa spin 8' combo (as per this page Anglers Corner), which I've had for at least 5yrs now I think and it's been cracking for the price.

[drof46]

Tee shirt, shorts and shades (they divvint arrive 'till Summa)

[drof46]

Mackerel Spinners

A strip of 3mm thick stainless or brass 90mm long x 9mmwide = one ounce. An ideal casting weight.

Drill or punch a 3mm hole as near to each end as you can and put a slight 'joggle' in the bar so it's like an elongated 'S'. This will make it 'flutter' in a way that mackerel find irresistable.

A split-ring at each end with a small treble on one and a small swivel on tuther completes the job. You can knock ten up in nee time for next to nowt.