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2023, Lure Spread Setup for Marlin Fishing: Kona Style
Calm water marlin fishing demands lure spread configurations different from rough sea presentations, with principles applying beyond Hawaii to any flat-condition fishery. Kevin Hibbard and Kris Ishibashi reveal how Omni sonar technology transforms blind trolling into informed spread adjustments, plus optimal wave positioning for different lure types creating balanced coverage where each lure maintains proper action throughout the spread.
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2023, Fundamentals of Fishing Structure for Blue Marlin
Blue marlin position predictably where ocean structure concentrates baitfish rather than roaming randomly. Captain Kevin Hibbard's insights reveal how currents and upwelling interact with bottom topography creating nutrient-rich zones that establish food chains, determining where marlin patrol and feed most actively rather than trolling aimlessly through surrounding waters appearing identical on the surface.
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2023, Bottom Fishing with Baits and Vertical Jigs
Deep offshore structure at 75 to 80 fathoms concentrates monster fish around ledges, wrecks, and rock piles where drifting and vertical jigging provide thorough coverage. Captain Shawn Rotella's techniques for setting up systematic drifts, dropping baits and jigs simultaneously, and identifying bite depth in the water column unlock success on deepwater formations where understanding structure determines fish holding areas.
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2023, Lure Trolling for Yellowfin Tuna with Shawn Rotella
Yellowfin tuna trolling tactics shift dramatically when skipjack schools appear, demanding lure adjustments most anglers miss. Captain Shawn Rotella's Kona expertise reveals how predatory patterns, tide influences, and habitat structures determine which lure colors and trolling speeds trigger strikes from Thunnus albacares, plus post-catch gilling and cooling techniques preserving quality for premium table fare.
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2023, Mahi Mahi Trolling Tactics with Captain Shawn Rotella
Floating debris creates mahi mahi concentrations in open ocean by establishing food chains attracting dolphin fish to structure. Captain Shawn Rotella's Kona expertise reveals trolling strategies around flotsam including approach angles preventing school dispersal, speed adjustments for lure action, and when to switch from trolling to live bait deployment based on fish response and feeding behavior.
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2023, Slow Trolling Live Bait for Wahoo with Shawn Rotella Part 2
Slow trolling at 3 to 6 knots creates wahoo opportunities in Hawaii when high-speed presentations fail, requiring understanding of biological drivers affecting feeding behavior. Captain Shawn Rotella's legendary expertise reveals why speed ranges with live bait, dead bait, and lures trigger selective fish, plus gear and tackle differences between slow and high-speed trolling approaches matching ecological realities.
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2023, Slow Trolling Wahoo with Shawn Rotella Part 1
Slow trolling live bait unlocks wahoo opportunities when fish won't chase high-speed presentations, requiring understanding of how weather, tides, and moon phases affect feeding patterns. Captain Shawn Rotella's expertise reveals when to switch from speed trolling, how structure and current relationships concentrate wahoo, and drag management techniques preventing common mistakes that cost fish during fights with powerful speedsters.
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2023, Rigging Bullet Lures for Wahoo Fishing
Wahoo bullet lures excel at high-speed trolling through streamlined cone design and heavy metal heads that dive and dance unlike other presentations. Arthur Bjontegard's rigging expertise covers wire leader changes, hook placement, and skirting techniques determining whether lures maintain proper action at velocities wahoo fishing demands, plus skirt color significance and trolling speed adjustments for triggering aggressive strikes.
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2021, Blue Marlin Fishing Tackle with Kevin Hibbard
Blue marlin fishing unpredictability demands tackle capable of handling 1200-pound giants even when targeting average-sized fish. Premier destinations produce big marlin frequently enough that Captain Kevin Hibbard emphasizes reel capacity, drag systems, and mainline strength must handle sustained runs and extreme pressure rather than gambling on lighter setups adequate for smaller fish but inadequate when mama strikes without warning.
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2021, Blue Marlin Trolling Technique with Kevin Hibbard
Blue marlin trolling effectiveness depends on using satellite data to locate temperature breaks and current convergences concentrating bait, then interpreting tuna and porpoise signals revealing real-time feeding activity. Kevin Hibbard's techniques for positioning lures relative to bait schools in open water versus around structures create systematic approaches rather than random trolling hoping to intersect marlin patrolling productive zones.
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2021, Fishing Kona with Kevin Hibbard for Blue Marlin
Kona blue marlin fishing requires understanding how feeding times, water conditions, currents, and structure interact rather than single-factor approaches. Kevin Hibbard's decades of experience reveal that consistent success depends on reading how these variables combine to create high-percentage zones, recognizing bite time patterns when marlin feed aggressively, and knowing when bait versus lure presentations produce better results in Kona's unique environment.
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2021, Boat Driving Skills for Blue Marlin with Kevin Hibbard
Blue marlin boat driving determines fight outcomes through simple spread setup allowing quick line clearing, understanding fish behavior patterns that inform positioning decisions, and achieving superior position early. Kevin Hibbard's worldwide marlin experience reveals how drag settings, line angle management, and strategic use of current create control needed for landing trophy fish rather than reactive responses after marlin establish advantages.
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2024, Fall Wahoo Fishing Tactics and Techniques
Discover the thrilling world of fall wahoo fishing across five diverse regions. From the North Carolina to Hawaii, learn expert tactics, regional hotspots, and the best baits for targeting these lightning-fast predators. Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to improve your chances of landing the wahoo of a lifetime.
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2021, Marlin Fishing - Kevin Hibbard
Captain Kevin Hibbard's decades of commercial fishing and marlin expertise make him one of Kona's top blue marlin captains. His trolling techniques, lure selection strategies, and ability to read Hawaiian currents produce consistent results in the world's most productive blue marlin fishery year-round.
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