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2024, Vinyl vs. Rubber Trolling Lure Skirts for Fishing Blue Marlin
7:36 · Kevin HibbardVinyl vs rubber trolling lure skirts, sorted by the head they go on. Kevin Hibbard explains why rubber belongs on a bullet and vinyl on a pusher in Kona, what black smoke and white smoke look like in the water, and which skirt survives wahoo and long storage.
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2023, Rigging Marlin Lures with Sta-Stuk Hooks
11:45 · Kevin HibbardSta-Stuk hooks rigged aboard Kevin Hibbard's boat in Kona, right after a blue marlin ate one in the new Little Hibby. Kris Ishibashi covers the crimp, the grease and the tape, which way the leader should curve in a slant face or a bullet, and the one fish, one rig habit behind every leader on the boat.
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2023, Blue Marlin Hooks with Kevin Hibbard
23:17 · Kevin HibbardBlue marlin hooks chosen by tackle class, out of Kona. Kevin Hibbard lays out the Sta-Stuk, Fudo Kona cut and conical points and the Jobu, explains why the Sta-Stuk stays off his 50 lb gear at HIBT, and shows why a turned in point holds when a marlin wraps the bill.
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2021, Blue Marlin Trolling Lures with Kevin Hibbard
37:56 · Kevin HibbardBlue marlin trolling lures from a Kona captain's own bag. Kevin Hibbard names the four lures he would take on any trip, explains why a bullet is always in his spread, and makes the case that color is for the angler, not the marlin, and that changing lures all day is a mind game.
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2019, Rigging Lures and Terminal Connections for Blue Marlin
19:36 · Chris RushfordTerminal connection failures during blue marlin fights reveal rigging inadequacies only under extreme loads. Newton's stiff rig approach changes lure swimming characteristics while reinforcing connection points that conventional methods leave vulnerable to separation when big marlin strike violently or make direction changes creating sudden tension spikes through leader and hook attachments.
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2019, Rigging Blue Marlin Lures with RJ Boyle
1:00:02 · RJ BoyleTournament prize money demands rigging perfection because small errors compound into missed opportunities. RJ Boyle's transition from commercial mate to big money competition drove meticulous technique development, explaining why hook positioning precision, proper skirt seating, and step-by-step rigging methodology separate consistent tournament success from preventable equipment failures.
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2019, Moyes Lures for Blue Marlin with Andy Moyes
45:07 · Andy MoyesMoyes lures from the man who pours them. Andy Moyes, the Fort Lauderdale lure maker and 2023 IGFA Gil Keech Heavy Tackle Award winner, takes his teasers and marlin lures through the spread, from the Argus and Punisher to the Blaster, and explains why he rigs a smaller hook than most anglers expect.
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2018, Offshore Fishing Trolling Lures and Rigging Techniques
3:31:19 · Andy MoyesMarlin lure rigging approaches vary among top offshore anglers because different sea conditions, strike patterns, and fishing styles favor distinct techniques. Jack Tullius, Andy Moyes, and RJ Boyle present their rigging methods across three videos, explaining why expert perspectives differ and what factors should drive your own rigging decisions for specific offshore applications.
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2018, Rigging Trolling Lures for Offshore Fishing with Roddy Hays
49:17 · Roddy HaysRoddy Hays reveals single hook rigging techniques for offshore trolling lures targeting blue marlin. This video covers how lure shape affects hook placement, selecting hooks and leader materials for big game species, step-by-step rigging methods, and choosing the right tools for durable saltwater connections.
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2018, Trolling Lures Basics for Offshore Fishing with Roddy Hays
19:31 · Roddy HaysOffshore trolling lure basics, head by head, with Roddy Hays and RJ Boyle at RJ's shop. The video builds a four lure beginner spread for 50 and 80 lb gear, explains why cups come before slants, and shows why a smaller lure hooks more blue marlin than the big head that raised them.
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2018, Blue Marlin Lures and Spread Setup with David Brackmann
58:59 · David BrackmannBlue marlin lures set wave by wave in a five lure spread that works in any blue water. David Brackmann builds it from the short corner back, shows how long each lure should stay under on its cycle, and explains why he fishes single hooks and what hookup rate a lure crew should expect.
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2023, Rigging Blue Marlin Lures and Setting the Spread
Seth HorneRigging is what turns a good blue marlin lure into one that actually hooks fish. This breakdown covers lure heads, skirts, leaders, hooks, and stiff versus soft rigs, then how to set a trolling spread and adjust it as the sea and current change.
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2021, Rigging Trolling Lures - Start With Quality Lure Heads
Seth HorneRigging trolling lures has fascinated fishermen for centuries. There are various techniques and components, and there is no one true way to rig them. Videos on offshore trolling lures feature top professionals sharing their methods and thoughts. There are many lure sizes and shapes available for various species, and it's important to experiment and make adjustments as you learn.
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2020, Rigging Swimming Plugs for Saltwater Trolling: Expert Guide
Seth HorneProperly rigged swimming plugs outperform factory setups through strategic hardware upgrades and species-specific modifications. Expert techniques for hooks, split rings, and leaders transform standard lures into targeted fish-catching tools for saltwater trolling success.
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2020, How to Rig Offshore Trolling Lures
Chad PearlerProper offshore trolling lure rigging separates successful anglers from those who return empty-handed. Learn proven techniques for rigging marlin, tuna, and wahoo lures with step-by-step instructions, species-specific strategies, and expert tips that significantly improve your hookup ratios on every offshore fishing trip.
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