Merritt Island Redfish Caught Using Mullet in Mangrove Roots

A massive redfish over 30 inches was caught in Merritt Island, FL, using mullet as bait in the mangrove roots. The unique technique involved skipping cut bait into the roots and preparing for a fierce battle. The setup included a 30-40# fluorocarbon leader tied to braid with a FG knot, proving to be effective in landing the large catch.