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bellafishing · 07-29-2008, 12:11 PM

The fishing here is different from SE FL. The continental shelf here is about 25-30 miles SE of Gulf Shores. There are tons of rigs to the W, towards AL. The deepwater rigs for tuna, marlin etc... are about 70 miles from Gulf Shores. It's a much longer run here than the 3-5 miles I'm sure you're used to running. On the other hand, there are tons of great fishermen here who are always willing to share their knowledge of the area and techniques used here to help other anglers out. There are lots of tournaments for every species of fish. Even the trash fish have a tournament! It is a very family-oriented fishing community. Hope you like it well enough to stay and make it your home as well.

Bob

07-29-2008, 12:11 PM	#3
bellafishing Senior Member Snapper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 425	RE: Offshore angling from Gulf Shores, AL??? The fishing here is different from SE FL. The continental shelf here is about 25-30 miles SE of Gulf Shores. There are tons of rigs to the W, towards AL. The deepwater rigs for tuna, marlin etc... are about 70 miles from Gulf Shores. It's a much longer run here than the 3-5 miles I'm sure you're used to running. On the other hand, there are tons of great fishermen here who are always willing to share their knowledge of the area and techniques used here to help other anglers out. There are lots of tournaments for every species of fish. Even the trash fish have a tournament! It is a very family-oriented fishing community. Hope you like it well enough to stay and make it your home as well. Bob