The most importatnt thing you need to be a surf fisherman is the will to do it. the next most important thing is good strong legs so your body can carry out what your will wants.
All the gear etc is secondary , all the knowhow will come with time.
If you don't have the will to get out of bed and the legs to keep you on the waters edge , you're out of the game.
It also is a huge help if, as so eloquently put by #^^^^^^&'s better half, you have the support AND understanding of YOUR GF or spouse......
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