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### Page 10 — What to pack for offshore bottom fishing

**H1:** What to pack for offshore bottom fishing on the Gulf Coast

**Rods/reels:** Primary setup (20F or 40F, $229.99) + backup + spare spool.
**Jigs:** 5-10 minimum: 3x Crackle ($37.99), 2x Glow ($17.99-$35.99), 3x natural ($12.99-$17.99), 2x heavy 300-540g ($35.99).
**Terminal:** Fluoro leaders (30-80lb), assist hooks, split rings, swivels, crimp tubes, hook file.
**Tools:** Pliers ($59.95-$169.00), nippers ($34.95), jig retriever, fish gripper, The Plug ($14.99).
**Personal:** UPF 50+ performance shirt ($20-$35), polarized sunglasses, hat ($25-$40), sunscreen SPF 50+, non-slip shoes, rain jacket, cut-resistant gloves.
**Bag extras:** Dive light for glow jigs, spare braid, ziplocs, hydration, dry bag, tide app, cooler, camera.
**What NOT to pack:** Dark-soled shoes, cotton shirts, heavy tackle you won't use, valuables.