Summer offers anglers the opportunity to test not only their equipment but their angling skills as well. Most anglers choose to approach amberjack, which run 25 to 60 pounds, with a 50-pound class outfit. However, challenging these fish on 30 or even 20-pound test line can be a thrilling experience. A stainless steel hook is recommended since most fish are released and not eaten. Artificial lures also can be effective for both amberjack and barracuda.
Amberjacks prefer deep diving plugs and spoons trolled deep.
Noisy surface lures however, will excite both into striking. King Mackerel King fishing during the summer has its up and downs. It seems to turn on and off every two to three weeks. Artificial and natural reefs are focal points for these schooling fish. During the early morning hours, baits trolled on the surface are extremely productive.