When first getting started with offshore fishing, fishermen need to spend some time learning which fish can be caught with which fishing technique. Bottom dwelling reef species are usually targeted...
Trolling is a fishing technique that is commonly used to target big game species. The fish will usually strike the baits hard and fast, so the hook becomes a critical part of the setup. A weak hook,...
One of the trickiest things about trolling is getting your speed right. Trolling speed affects how your lure runs and how live baits swim. Target species also have a preferred speed for baitfish. To...
Using natural bait is one of the most effective ways to troll. Even spooked fish can be caught with a live bait rigged with a fluorocarbon leader. Live baits such as bonita and skipjack tuna ...
When I started my search online for my first trolling reel, I was so confused at the options. I knew I wanted a conventional reel, but why do some have levelwinds and some do not? Did I want single...
Use Your Boat’s Wake to Judge Trolling Distance
In a trolling spread, you will likely have between 4 and 8 lines out of various lengths and depths. The idea behind a trolling spread is to create...
