Thresher Shark
Alopias vulpinus
Threshers use their long tail to stun schooling bait before circling back to feed, and hunt well offshore. Heavy wire is non-negotiable given their size and the abrasive skin of most sharks.
Typical size: 48-96in · Peak season: summer. Always check current CDFW regulations for size and bag limits before keeping fish.
Wire Leader Rig
intermediatepier & jetty & boat
Swaps the usual fluorocarbon leader for wire, since sharp teeth cut straight through mono. Only needed for toothy species, otherwise a standard fish-finder rig works fine.
- Main line20-30 lb monofilament or braid
- LeaderSingle-strand or knottable wire
- Leader length12-18in from swivel to hook
- Hooks6/0 - 9/0 circle hook
- WeightSliding sinker, 2-4oz
- Line to sinkerSlides freely above swivel, no fixed drop length
- BaitWhole mackerel or bonito, trolled or drifted
Bait That Works