You're probably right about the 12 - 15 lb. test.

As soon as I saw him and thought it might be a GSB I started kicking for shore. I think getting him into the surf helped me land him quicker than I would of if I had stayed in deeper water. He wasn't out of the water for more than a couple minutes. When I released him I thought I may have to revive him but it was only a couple seconds before he gave a strong kick and disappeared beyond the surf. I'm just glad he was hearty like a largemouth or halibut and not weak like white seabass or trout. I'm sure he lived.

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You can't catch tomorrow what you kill today - please practice catch and release.