PhotosMatagorda Texas RedfishingTackle spring redfish on Matagorda Bay.By Will DrostApril 12, 2013School's Out: Seeing a large school of redfish pushing in shallow water is enough to stir the blood of any flats fisherman.Boatless: Wading is a favorite tactic in Texas and elsewhere — it's effective, and it brings the angler much closer to the action.Baitcasting Country: Texas fishermen tend to opt for baitcasting tackle when chasing redfish, as opposed to spinning gear.Alan KikuchiArtificials Rule: Whether it's soft plastics or hard-bodied plugs, artificial lures work.Running with Bulls: It's always possible to tie into a large bull redfish in Matagorda Bay.
