Bottom fishing in the ocean is RED HOT now as well. Most inshore reefs such as the Hempstead, Macalister and Atlantic Beach are holding sea bass and some codfish, with the sea bass dominating the catches. We are weighing fish up to 6lbs. when the boats sail, the key here is that the larger fish get caught up quickly so if you’re planning a trip act fast. A basic hi-lo rig with Gamakatsu bait saver or octopus hooks size 2/0 to 3/0, baited with either clam or squid will do the trick.