{"product_id":"moonlighter-cast-net","title":"Moonlighter Cast Net | Heavy-Duty Hand-Tied Bait Cast Net","description":"\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMoonlighter Cast Net\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMoonlighter Cast Net\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heavy-duty, professional-style bait net built for anglers who regularly catch their own live bait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMoonlighter nets use \u003cstrong\u003edouble-knotted mesh and a heavily weighted lead line\u003c\/strong\u003e to provide durability and a fast sink rate—important when you're throwing over schools of pilchards, threadfin herring, sardines, shrimp and other fast-moving bait. Current Moonlighter Original nets are commonly built with \u003cstrong\u003e1.5 pounds of lead per radius foot\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the specific model. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHeavy 1.5-Lb-Per-Foot Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA heavier cast net gets below the bait faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMoonlighter's Original nets use approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.5 lb of lead per radius foot\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving them the weight needed to sink quickly before bait can escape underneath the net. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis makes them particularly well suited for serious Florida live-bait fishing where you're frequently throwing over moving schools of bait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDouble-Knotted Mesh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMoonlighter uses \u003cstrong\u003edouble-knotted mesh designed to resist running, ripping and tearing\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat's an important distinction for anglers who throw a cast net regularly around docks, beaches, bridges and other areas where a lighter net can take a beating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eChoose Your Mesh Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMoonlighter cast nets are available in multiple mesh sizes, allowing you to match the net to the bait you're targeting. Current listings include \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" and 3\/8\" mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e, among other specialized configurations. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — Best for smaller bait and situations where preventing bait from becoming gilled in the mesh is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3\/8\" Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — An excellent all-around choice for common Florida live baits such as pilchards, threadfins and sardines. The larger mesh also allows water to pass through more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eChoose the Right Radius\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMoonlighter nets are offered in multiple diameters, with commonly available models ranging from \u003cstrong\u003e6' through 12' radius\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on mesh size. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6' Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e — Easier to throw and control. Good for newer cast-net users or tight areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8' Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e — An excellent balance of coverage and manageability for everyday inshore bait fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10' Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e — More coverage for experienced anglers targeting larger schools of bait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12' Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e — Maximum coverage for anglers comfortable throwing a large, heavily weighted professional-style net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBuilt for Florida Live Bait Fishing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA quality cast net is one of the most important pieces of equipment for anglers who regularly fish live bait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMoonlighter nets are well suited for catching:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilchards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreadfin Herring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSardines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinger Mullet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Small Baitfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional-style cast net\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy lead line for fast sinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 1.5 lb of lead per radius foot on Original models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-knotted mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to resist mesh runs and tears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple radius options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple mesh sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for frequent live-bait use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for saltwater and freshwater bait fishing \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlorida Live Bait Fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInshore Fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffshore Live-Bait Fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilchards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreadfin Herring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSardines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinger Mullet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoat \u0026amp; Shoreline Bait Fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePremier Tackle Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMoonlighter Cast Net is the step up for anglers who catch their own bait regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe big advantage is the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eweight and durable double-knotted mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e. A heavier net takes more effort to throw, but it also gets down quickly—which matters when you're trying to cover a school of pilchards or threadfins before they move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor most Florida inshore anglers, an \u003cstrong\u003e8' or 10' net with 3\/8\" mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very versatile setup. 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