Species / Jack Crevalle

Jacks

Jack Crevalle Fishing

Brawling, schooling jacks of Florida and the Gulf coast that crash bait and fight to the end.

Best Months: May to Oct

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Best Flies, Lures & Bait for Jack Crevalle

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3 picks for October.

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Rod & Reel

Jack Crevalle Setup

Jack Crevalle

Fly 9 ft 9 or 10 wt rod, intermediate line, 30 lb leader, big poppers and baitfish flies.

Spin / Cast 7 ft medium-heavy spinning rod, 5000 reel, 30 lb braid, topwater plugs.

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Where to Catch Jack Crevalle

Recommended

Gear for Jack Crevalle

Fly Rods

Orvis Clearwater 9 ft 10 wt Fly Rod

Backbone for big flies, heavy wind, and fish that run into the backing.

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Reels

Penn Battle III Spinning Reel

A metal-bodied reel built to survive saltwater and big runs.

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