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Spinning is one of the most popular and versatile techniques for targeting coastal and light pelagic species in the Strait of Gibraltar. It involves casting and retrieving an artificial lure (minnow, soft plastic, or spoon) with controlled movements, mimicking the swim of prey like sand eels, sardines, or small cephalopods. Spinning delivers great fun through its cast–retrieve dynamic and is especially effective at dawn and dusk, when predators feed near the surface.
Rod & reel: Light to medium-action rods (5–25 g) of 2.10–2.70 m, paired with 2500–3000-size reels, mid-speed gear ratio (5:1).
Lures:
Hard minnows (7–12 cm) for medium predators (sea bass, gilt-head bream).
Soft plastics with jig heads (5–8 g) for rocky bottoms.
Inline spoons (3–7 g) in clear water and currents.
Line & leader: 10–20 lb braid with 15–30 lb fluorocarbon leader for sensitivity and stealth.
Accurate cast: Target structure such as rocks and ledges.
Active retrieve: Vary speed and pauses:
Straight retrieve for minnows.
Twitch & pause for soft plastics.
Gentle vibration for spoons.
Lure action: Add small wrist snaps to create erratic movement.
Strike detection: Watch for line vibration or a sudden weight change during retrieve.
Currents & tide: Spinning with the tide increases casting distance and natural action.
Best times: Early morning and late evening are peak feeding periods.
Water temperature adaptation: Slower retrieves in cooler water (below 18 °C), faster as temperatures rise.
