Spinning for Saithe
Complete guide — gear, lures, season and tips.
Gear
- Rod
- Sea rod 2.4–2.7 m, casting weight 30–80 g
- Reel
- Spinning reel 5000–6000
- Mainline
- Braid 0.20–0.25 mm
- Leader
- Fluorocarbon 0.45 mm
Westin W3 Coastal
Daiwa Saltiga
Shimano Beastmaster
Lures / bait
- Spoons 30–60 g (Falkfish Thor, Abu Toby)
- Large jigs 15–20 cm
- Large crankbaits (Rapala Magnum, Salmo Sweeper)
Season
March–November
Time of day
Daytime
Pro tip
Saithe hunt in shoals near the surface — watch for diving birds. Fast retrieve. Common in Norway and along Sweden's west coast.