This is for catching crab from shore with a rod and reel. Apologize for the FB link but this guy explains it https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1579868979420221
this post was submitted on 02 Mar 2026
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What is this thing?
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Its a chum cage. You put frozen blocks of fish in it, or just stuff it full of whatever you have, and then cast it out into the surf. The blue line is called a leader and its that thick because sharks will pick up the basket but spit it out.
Thank you!! What is it meant to catch? Is the weight lead? Can I just throw it in the trash or is it hazardous material?
Its meant to attract small fish which then attract larger predatory fish which are the fish you want to catch. I'm not sure what those are in your area. Spanish mackerel? The triangle thing is lead so its not great to just throw away. I would suggest just giving to to anyone you see fishing as they can just reuse it. Cut the yellow line away(that's plastic which can be recycled but its worthless) and just leave the whole rig somewhere where people fish. Someone will take it and use it. Finding and losing gear is part of fishing.
Looks like fishing gear. I think its some kind of bait trap, but I couldn't find that exact one. The line/weight look right, though
You gotten any good sandwich pics?
I have! Which is also why I started !SandwichPosting@sh.itjust.works
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Could be fishing line with a feeder cage considering it has a fishing style sinker weight