Cast Net Recommendation
 

Looking for an easy, simple to throw cast net.

What net size and mesh size is recommended for spearing, peanut bunker, mullet (Not looking for a net for adult bunker at this point) ?

Re: Cast Net Recommendation
 

The bigger the better. I have an old 4 footer that I practiced and was proficient at throwing and landing fully open. BUT woefully too small to catch any bunker in Raritan Bay last Saturday despite a dozen throws almost along side the boat. Its sinks too slow for only 8 feet of encirclement. aka hits the water and they get out from under it before it sinks around them.


Bigger nets take more practice and don't waste your money

Re: Cast Net Recommendation
 

Depends where you plan to use it .
Off a jetty or inside docks . The one hand throw 6’ FITEC with the throw ring is tough to beat .
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But everywhere else I throw a 10’ . I want to throw one time and be done .
Throwing a 20’ circle gets its done quick .

Bigger nets are EASIER to throw than small ones are .

Most bait 3/8” mesh is fine , but if your hoping to cast net spearing you should go down to 1/4” mesh.

Betts nets are great for the money

Re: Cast Net Recommendation
 

I agree that FITEC Cast Nets are great. I have 4' and 6' nets. They're easy to throw and work well for small bait/snappers.

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Mainly off my dock/bulkhead in my backyard but also plan on using it in MI when the mullet run along the wall.

Re: Cast Net Recommendation
 

If you really want to net spearing, the Bett's Super Pro 3/16"
either size - I have both sizes. Spearing swim through the holes of many other nets even the quarter inch
Fitec signature makes a 3/16" but I have not had one yet.
Fine mesh and sinks fast
It is heavy but catches everything - if you want to catch plenty of spearing.

I have a lighter/cheaper net for when mullet run fast down the surf that is easier to throw far

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Exactly what he said. that 3/16" mesh is a game changer for spearing. Although it's hard to beat 2 teenage sons and a 50ft sein net.

Re: Cast Net Recommendation
 

I loved seine netting my own bait when I was younger (and would love it today) but I need a second person.

Re: Cast Net Recommendation
 

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Re: Cast Net Recommendation
 

Bought a Percy Cast Net years ago...and still going strong. TANKS Not cheap but if you want quality and longevity you pay....well worth it.

Here's his web site....http://www.percycastnets.com/

It may be worth a call. Hope he's still in business. Talk to him and he'll advise you at no charge and won't let you leave his house until you throw a "donut" everytime.

John