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2025, Blue Marlin Fishing: Teasers and Baits
Edge fishing around offshore seamounts and structure concentrates blue marlin where current and depth changes create ambush zones. Mike Hennessy's decades of expertise reveal bait and switch tactics combining teaser attraction with precise ballyhoo or skipjack presentation, requiring timing and positioning that convert teaser-attracted marlin into hookups through strategic deployment and natural bait action.
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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, Hooks for Blue Marlin
Blue marlin hook design diversity serves specific purposes based on lure type, tackle class, and technique rather than single styles fitting all scenarios. Captain Kevin Hibbard's expertise navigating Sta-Stuk, J-hooks, tuna bend, Kona cut, Conical cut, and Trokar cut varieties reveals how penetration characteristics and holding power differ, requiring tackle-based recommendations matching Fudo, Jobu, and other proven brands to fishing conditions.
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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, Blue Marlin Trolling Lures with Kevin Hibbard
Blue marlin trolling lure effectiveness depends on understanding swimming cycles in varied sea conditions rather than random lure selection. Kevin Hibbard's Pacific-rooted rigging techniques emphasize how leader material natural bend and memory affect lure action, while his philosophy on size and color prioritizes angler confidence that allows committed fishing over constant second-guessing undermining presentation quality.
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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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2018, Big Game Fighting Chair Technique
Fighting chair technique determines whether you land giant marlin efficiently or exhaust yourself fighting equipment. Roddy Hays demonstrates proper body positioning and harness adjustment creating mechanical advantage, explaining what separates effective chair use from common mistakes that increase injury risk and reduce pressure during extended battles with trophy fish.
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2018, Blue Marlin Lures and Spread Setup with David Brackmann
David Brackmann reveals blue marlin trolling spread strategies based on physics principles. This video covers first lure selection for speed regulation, wave position and prop wash placement, tag line systems with dacron loops, lure swimming cycles, head design considerations, and rigging methods that improve hook-up ratios.
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2018, Trolling Lures Basics for Offshore Fishing with Roddy Hays
Roddy Hays and RJ Boyle reveal trolling lure fundamentals for offshore big game fishing. This video covers head shape characteristics and how they affect performance, lure design innovations for pelagic species, beginner-friendly selection strategies for blue marlin, and matching lures to conditions and target species.
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2024, 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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2023, Top Blue Marlin Fishing Destinations for Big Fish
The majestic blue marlin holds a special allure for sport fishermen seeking trophy catches. We explore prime destinations worldwide for encountering these aquatic titans, from the Azores' bountiful seas to the unspoiled waters of remote Vanuatu. Experience the thrill of the chase across the globe.
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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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2020, Marlin Lure Spread
Learn the proven techniques for setting up effective marlin lure spreads that consistently attract blue marlin. This comprehensive guide covers lure positioning, equipment selection, and expert strategies used by successful captains worldwide to increase strike rates and hook more fish.
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2018, Marlin Fishing - David Brackmann
David Brackmann's proven blue marlin fishing techniques reveal the secrets behind successful offshore angling. From strategic lure selection and placement to understanding marlin behavior, his expert methods help anglers improve their catch rates and tackle the ultimate big game fishing challenge.
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