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Coastal Rod Bender: Fishing Charters in Rockport, Corpus Christi & more!

Captain Russ Wheeler of Coastal Rod Bender provides extraordinary fishing experiences in renowned locations such as Rockport, Port Aransas, Aransas Pass, and Corpus Christi. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, Capt. Russ guarantees exceptional results. Families with young children are also warmly welcomed.

You will be fishing on a comfortable 23' Haynie Cat center console, known for its stability and dry ride. Powered by a 250 HP Mercury Pro XS engine, the boat swiftly reaches fishing spots. The super quiet Minn Kota Trolling Motor allows for precise casting and getting close to the fish.

Capt. Russ specializes in various fishing styles including sight casting, bay, flats, and wade fishing. Depending on your preference and the fish's activity, he incorporates live and/or fresh dead bait or artificial lures. Feel free to drift fish to let your bait naturally float or engage in sight fishing by casting towards the fish.

The fishing grounds offer diverse species to target, including Jack Crevalle, Black Drum, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and Sheepshead. Ensure you have a valid Texas saltwater fishing license for your trip.

Book a trip with Coastal Rod Bender and delight in the bountiful waters off the coast of Texas!

How to get there?

Available fish species

Black Drum
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Sheepshead
Spotted Seatrout

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box Food Cooler & Fish Cooler

FAQs

What are the trip rates for Coastal Rod Bender?

Coastal Rod Bender offers the following trips to customers:

  • Half-Day Trip (4–5 Hours): $500 per group + $100 for each person after 2 guests
  • Full-Day Trip (6–7 Hours): $550 per group + $100 for each additional guest beyond 2

Which amenities are available onboard with Coastal Rod Bender?

When you make a reservation for a trip with Coastal Rod Bender, you will have access to the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box Food Cooler & Fish Cooler

What's included in the trip price with Coastal Rod Bender?

Trips booked with Coastal Rod Bender include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

What types of fishing does Coastal Rod Bender offer?

Coastal Rod Bender specializes in various types of fishing experiences including:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

What fishing techniques does Coastal Rod Bender offer?

Coastal Rod Bender provides the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift Fishing

Which fish species can I catch with Coastal Rod Bender?

The Coastal Rod Bender focuses on angling for various prized fish species, including:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout