re: Teach Me to catch Pompano in Surf in Destin in September

There's a lot of "how to" articles. Pensacolafishingforum.com is a good website to learn about it as well. You likely need to go down the beach east or west to get to a suitable fishing area out of the crowds.

Bait
1. Sandfleas (get a rake to catch them)
2. Shrimp Pieces
3. Fish Bites (artificial scented strips)

Definitely buy the pre-made rigs. Should be available at Half Hitch tackle.