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Trolling Lures - Offshore Fishing and Rigging Techniques
In The Spread fishing video features top big game fishermen and lure designers, covering head shapes, swim principles, skirts, skirting options, hooks, and lure positions. It offers detailed presentations on rigging, showcasing the best techniques and enhancing big game fishing skills.
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Offshore Fishing with a Trolling Planer
In summer, planers are effective for catching saltwater and coastal waters. Instructors RJ Boyle and Mark Danley discuss setups, tackle, rods, reels, rigs, tactics, and techniques. Strip baits are ideal for targeting kingfish, grouper, wahoo, and sailfish, making planers a successful choice for commercial operations.
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Trolling Lures - Rigging for Offshore Fishing
In the In The Spread fishing video, Roddy Hays, a knowledgeable and experienced instructor, discusses principles and dynamics related to fishing for marlin, tuna, and wahoo. He explains how to rig offshore trolling lures, preferring specific lure shapes, matching baits to species behavior, and determining sea conditions. The video provides valuable information for those looking to fish smarter and confidently.
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Trolling Lures - Offshore Fishing Basics with Roddy Hays
Roddy Hays and RJ Boyle discussed trolling lures for marlin, wahoo, and tuna, discussing preferences, performance, and sea conditions. They discussed long head, cupped face, slant heads, super plungers, tubes, and bullets, offering valuable perspectives for smarter fishing.
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Ballyhoo - Bait Rigging 8 Ways for Offshore Fishing
Rigged ballyhoo is a popular offshore fishing bait for various species, including dolphin, kingfish, sailfish, marlin, tuna, grouper, and wahoo. Proper preparation and rigging techniques are crucial for success. In The Spread's fishing video, learn how to rig various ballyhoo baits, making you a better fisherman.
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Swordfishing - Daytime Fishing in Florida with RJ Boyle
In The Spread Daytime Swordfish instructional fishing video by RJ Boyle teaches beginners broadbill swordfish techniques, including catching fish from 1000 feet to the bottom. The video covers tackle, rods, reels, rig assembly, boat setup, and favorite baits. It also covers recognizing the bite and making the process easier.
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Tuna Fishing - Giant Bluefin in Nova Scotia
In this In The Spread fishing video, RJ Boyle and Any Moyes discuss baiting and fishing giant bluefin tuna in Nova Scotia's shallow waters. They discuss heavy custom tackle, specialized rigs, and baiting tactics for hand-picking. Although Nova Scotia's fishing is unique, the techniques and knowledge shared can be applied globally.
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Swordfishing - Techniques for Hand Crank with RJ Boyle
Anglers can choose between electric reels or hand cranking swordfish for a more sporty experience. RJ Boyle, an accomplished swordfishing angler, demonstrates how to deploy baits, drive the hook, and capture swordfish. He covers tackle, breakaway rig deployment, hook drive, and capturing the fish, allowing anglers to confidently go to swordfish grounds and become smarter fishers.
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Swordfishing - Tactics for Bigger Fish with RJ Boyle
In The Spread daytime swordfish video with RJ Boyle teaches easy swordfish catch and handling of bigger swordfish. The video covers hooking, battling, driving, darting, gaffing, and bringing onboard. It provides a firsthand demonstration of closing deals on bigger swordfish, empowering fishers to become smarter in the game.
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Dolphin Fishing - Boat Setup
Dolphin fishing is a popular activity that requires a boat setup, including live bait, tackle, and accessories. A live well is essential for catching fish, and a fish box with ice, dehooker, knives, cutting boards, and gaffs is essential. Safety equipment and foul weather gear are also essential for a safe trip. Applying these concepts to your sportfisher's boat depends on the size, number of people, and storage space. Enjoy the experience and fish smarter.
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Lures for Tuna and Wahoo with Mike Hennessy
Legendary fisherman Mike Hennessy shares his expertise on lure fishing for tuna and wahoo. From poppers and stickbaits for casting to bibbed plugs and twitchbaits for trolling, learn how to select and use the right lures to entice these powerful gamefish. Discover the techniques that have made Hennessy a master of offshore fishing.
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Deep Sea Fishing vs. Offshore Fishing - What's the Difference?
Learn about the exhilarating world of deep sea fishing, where the ocean's depths serve up hidden giants like marlin and tuna. This guide offers insights into techniques, gear, and resources to target big game species that make every expedition an adventure. Discover tactics and techniques for battling the ocean's most formidable creatures.
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Offshore Fishing Video Lessons | How to Catch Big Game
Venture into the thrilling world of offshore fishing with our comprehensive library of educational videos on how to catch big game. From blue marlin to tuna and wahoo, learn expert techniques, essential gear, and navigation tips from seasoned anglers. Discover the secrets to successful trolling, bottom fishing, and deep dropping.
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Ballyhoo - THE Bait for Offshore Fishing
Ballyhoo, also known as garfish, are popular for targeting light tackle billfish in game fishing boats. They are part of the halfbeaks family and have a unique jaw structure. Ballyhoos are epipelagic fish, living in the uppermost layer of the water column, and use their larger tail fin as a rudder.
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Offshore Fishing Videos - Learn Something New
Offshore fishing videos are not just for watching fisherman catch fish but also for learning from successful fishermen. The Spread aims to share fishing knowledge and provide a solid plan of execution. Understanding ocean conditions, weather, and safety equipment is crucial for success. Returning to land safely is the most important part of the offshore fishing adventure.
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Blue Marlin – Offshore Fishing and Lure Rigging
Blue marlin fishing is a thrilling sport for sport fishers, with Atlantic and Pacific blue marlin being two of the most coveted gamefish. Techniques include trolling, bait and switch, and live baiting. Trolling involves dragging lures behind a boat at different depths and speeds, while bait and switch uses live baitfish to attract the marlin's attention. In The Spread, a sport fishing educational video company, offers valuable information on rigging lures and trolling techniques.
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Yellowfin Tuna - Offshore Fishing Tips for a Pelagic Predator
Yellowfin tuna, a large, pelagic fish, inhabits warm Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific oceans. They are apex predators, consuming small fish, squid, and crustaceans. Highly migratory, they spawn in tropical waters and migrate to cooler, nutrient-rich waters for breeding. Yellowfin tuna are valuable for sport fishermen and are an essential part of the marine ecosystem.
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Satellite Mapping Services for Offshore Fishing: A Comparison
Modern offshore fishing has been revolutionized by satellite-derived mapping services that provide real-time oceanographic data. This comprehensive guide analyzes five leading services—ROFFS, SiriusXM Marine, Hilton's Realtime Navigator, SatFish, and RipCharts—comparing their features, costs, and effectiveness for both recreational and professional anglers.
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Altimetry - How to Improve Offshore Fishing
Altimetry data can enhance fishermen's fishing activities by providing information on sea surface height, which can be used to predict oceanographic conditions that directly affect the distribution and abundance of marine life.
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Marlin Fishing - David Brackmann
David Brackmann's approach to marlin fishing is a blend of art and science, focusing on the selection of lures, understanding the lure's swimming cycle, and positioning on the wave. He also discusses lure positions, leader, connections, lure dynamics, and rigging tips. Brackmann's passion for the sport and willingness to share knowledge make him an invaluable resource for anglers seeking to improve their skills and increase their chances of catching the blue marlin.
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