Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
If you’re serious about tarpon fishing, this is the setup you need.
In this video, I break down my go to tarpon combo featuring the Okuma Tesoro 6000 paired with a custom ECS rod. This is the exact setup I trust when targeting big tarpon here in Tampa Bay, and it has proven itself time and time again when it matters most.
From drag performance to durability in harsh saltwater conditions, this reel is built to handle powerful runs, violent head shakes, and everything tarpon throw at you. Pair that with the right rod, and you’ve got a setup that gives you control, confidence, and the power to land fish.
If you’ve ever wondered what gear you should be using for tarpon, this is it.
🎣 Book a trip and fish this setup with me:
saltyscalescharter.com
👕 Check out Salty Scales apparel:
saltyscales.com
📍 Tampa Bay Fishing | Tarpon | Inshore Action
V I D E O S T O W A T C H N E X T :
One of my favorite fishing rods: youtu.be/PBklAxStzCM?si=Jvx8XtayPyFxJC4f
Walmart special can catch fish: youtu.be/IwuRjw5qDVg?si=6jAnicmlbEVQN1Cj
Watch How to Use a Popping Cork: youtu.be/13ZOxU8MopE?si=XXF3OEV5jD6t0Isg
📌 Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction
0:20 – Let's talk about the reel
1:10 – Reel Specs
2:34 – ECS Custom rod for tarpon
3:20 – Close
Personal IG: instagram.com/capt_joshua_taylor instagram.com/saltyscales
Send Fan Mail Here→ Joshua Taylor P.O. Box 2062, Ruskin FL 33575
Get your Okuma gear here: Okuma Fishing Tackle →
okumafishingusa.com
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• Dakota Lithium →dakotalithium.com/dl5/SaltyScales
• Power Pole → power-pole.com/
• Aqua Auto → aquaautofl.com
• Down South Lures → downsouthlures.com/
• FishLab → fishlabtackle.com
• Costa Del Mar → costadelmar.com
• RoadShop Marine →facebook.com/RoadshopMarineInstallations
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Inquiries: joshua@saltyscales.com
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#fishing #fishinghowto #tampabayfishing #saltyscales #saltwaterfishing
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If you’re serious about tarpon fishing, this is the setup you need.
In this video, I break down my go to tarpon combo featuring the Okuma Tesoro 6000 paired with a custom ECS rod. This is the exact setup I trust when targeting big tarpon here in Tampa Bay, and it has proven itself time and time again when it matters most.
From drag performance to durability in harsh saltwater conditions, this reel is built to handle powerful runs, violent head shakes, and everything tarpon throw at you. Pair that with the right rod, and you’ve got a setup that gives you control, confidence, and the power to land fish.
If you’ve ever wondered what gear you should be using for tarpon, this is it.
🎣 Book a trip and fish this setup with me:
saltyscalescharter.com
👕 Check out Salty Scales apparel:
saltyscales.com
📍 Tampa Bay Fishing | Tarpon | Inshore Action
V I D E O S T O W A T C H N E X T :
One of my favorite fishing rods: youtu.be/PBklAxStzCM?si=Jvx8XtayPyFxJC4f
Walmart special can catch fish: youtu.be/IwuRjw5qDVg?si=6jAnicmlbEVQN1Cj
Watch How to Use a Popping Cork: youtu.be/13ZOxU8MopE?si=XXF3OEV5jD6t0Isg
📌 Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction
0:20 – Let's talk about the reel
1:10 – Reel Specs
2:34 – ECS Custom rod for tarpon
3:20 – Close
Personal IG: instagram.com/capt_joshua_taylor instagram.com/saltyscales
Send Fan Mail Here→ Joshua Taylor P.O. Box 2062, Ruskin FL 33575
Get your Okuma gear here: Okuma Fishing Tackle →
okumafishingusa.com
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ SUBSCRIBE ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
NEW FISHING VIDEOS EVERY SUNDAY!
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ WEBSITE ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
Official Website → https://saltyscales.com
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ STAY CONNECTED ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
Tik Tok →tiktok.com/@saltyscales Twitter → twitter.com/saltyscales Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/saltyscales... FaceBook → https://www.facebook.com/SaltyScales/... Google+ → https://plus.google.com/+Saltyscales/.... **
Use & search hashtag: #SALTYSCALES **
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
• Okuma Fishing Tackle → glnk.io/x9m4p/joshua-taylor
• Seakeeper →ride.seakeeper.com
• Dakota Lithium →dakotalithium.com/dl5/SaltyScales
• Power Pole → power-pole.com/
• Aqua Auto → aquaautofl.com
• Down South Lures → downsouthlures.com/
• FishLab → fishlabtackle.com
• Costa Del Mar → costadelmar.com
• RoadShop Marine →facebook.com/RoadshopMarineInstallations
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Inquiries: joshua@saltyscales.com
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#fishing #fishinghowto #tampabayfishing #saltyscales #saltwaterfishing
#fishingtips #fishingvideos
