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2024, Ballyhoo Bait Rigs for Slow Trolling Wahoo
Learn rigging techniques for slow-trolling ballyhoo targeting wahoo, including spread positions, leader material, and step-by-step ballyhoo rigging methods using Gore Offshore rigs.
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2024, Wahoo Fishing – Slow Trolling with Mike Dupree part 2
Join North Carolina Captain Mike Dupree on the water for slow trolling wahoo. Learn how to rig ballyhoo, setting planers, understanding trolling dynamics and fish behavior.
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2023, Wahoo Fishing – Slow Trolling with Mike Dupree
Unearth the secrets of slow trolling for wahoo with Capt. Mike Dupree. From gear intricacies to bait preferences, dive into the art and science of capturing this elusive predator, all while maximizing your sport fishing experience.
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2022, Planer Fishing - In-Line Planers with Chad Raney
In-line planers are an effective method for targeting suspended fish in the water column. This innovative method involves using an in-line bridle and a wind-on leader. Miami Captain Chad Raney shares his knowledge on wind-on leader, rigs, baits, planers, boat driving skills, tackle, and secrets to make fishing smarter and more productive. By mastering these techniques, you can catch a variety of fish, including mackerel, wahoo, tuna, snapper, amberjacks, and sailfish.
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2022, Planer Fishing - Trolling Nearshore
Planer fishing is essential for catching fish on east coast Florida and beyond. Planers allow you to troll baits and lures at various water depths, allowing you to present your bait down where the bait is holding. Capt. Chad Raney shares his techniques in a video, demonstrating the importance of finding the bait and finding the fish. Both in-line and bridled methods are effective.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Downriggers
Planer fishing with downriggers is essential for catching big fish and schools of fish. These larger, hard-driving planers require maximum tension on gear and allow for easy cranking. To attach the planer to the shock cord, use high-vis dacron, swivel boom tip, and small lead. Use ball bearing swivels to prevent line twisting and drop the planer back from the set position.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Sea Witches and Water Color
This video discusses the importance of sea witches in planer fishing rigs, focusing on color combinations for blue and green water. Understanding the water and rig anatomy is crucial for successful fishing. It also covers king mackerel and wahoo tendencies, best times of day, and depth for king mackerel.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Bait Rigs
Planer fishing rigs are essential for success in nearshore waters during summer. They allow baits to be down in the water column, where game fish are suspended. Understanding the process of creating planer rigs, including hooks, sea witches, and snap swivels, can save time and money.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Rods and Reels
This fishing video provides suggestions for rods and reels suitable for planer fishing, considering the pressure on gear. Medium action rods with good tip flexibility are ideal, and line guides and reel seats are important. The focus is on durability and longevity, not high-speed reels. The video discusses everyday gear and their durability.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Techniques for Big Boat Driving
When trolling planers, it's crucial to understand the relationship between speed over ground and current and manage planers when turning back. Consider the speed of the fish and the depth of the water when marking them. Use electronics to measure fish locations and adjust baits accordingly to trigger bites and catch more fish.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Techniques for Driving Center Consoles
Mastering trolling with planers involves proper boat handling, keeping the boat in gear, and turning the boat as you reel in. Focus on not tangling the line with the fish, and create a clean water lane with a gradual turn. Be methodical and communicate to ensure the boat driver is handling the boat correctly. By following these tips, you can catch more fish with ease.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Big Boat Techniques
Learn planer fishing tips on dropping lines, engaging planers, and proper drag usage, recognizing bites and avoiding tangling lines for big boats.
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2020, Planer Fishing - Small Boat Techniques
Learn the basics of planer fishing from having a clutter-free boat, gear, planer rigs, techniques for engaging and disengaging planers, ensuring smoother fishing and avoiding tangles.
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2018, 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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2022, In-Line or Wind-On Planer Fishing - Learn How to Run Them
Planer fishing is a crucial technique for catching fish in the water column. It involves using a hydrofoil driven down by water pressure to position bait in the water column. This technique is effective for catching game fish like mackerel, wahoo, tuna, sailfish, grouper, snapper, and amberjack. Planer fishing is a standard on many successful charter fishing boats in South Florida, and once set up, it becomes easy to use.
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2021, Reef Fishing - Beast or Feast
Reef fishing is a diverse endeavor with various types of reefs, ledges, and atolls. It attracts various species and provides structure for concentrating them. Reefs, built over centuries by living organisms, serve as beacons for various species. Natural topography and artificial man-made objects contribute to the permanence of reef formations.
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2021, Planer Fishing - Target Suspended Fish
Planer fishing is a valuable method for catching suspended fish, which are influenced by environmental factors such as water temperature and availability of food. These fish species adjust their positions in the water column, relying on comfort and food. In summer, warmer surface waters push fish deeper, while lack of dissolved oxygen pushes them upward, creating a narrow comfort band for them to occupy.
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2021, Slow Trolling Wahoo: Lethal Fuel-Efficient Tactics
Slow trolling produces consistent wahoo catches with less boat stress and extended fishing time. This proven technique outperforms high-speed methods for daily fish counts while targeting multiple pelagic species. Learn essential rigging, bait presentation, and boat positioning strategies that professional captains rely on for offshore success.
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2018, Planers Catch Fish
Planer fishing revolutionizes deep-water trolling by targeting species like tuna, wahoo, and mackerel at precise depths. This comprehensive guide covers essential techniques, gear selection, planer sizes, and expert insights from Miami Captain Chad Raney. Learn in-line and bridled methods to effectively reach suspended fish in reef and wreck environments.
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