🎣 Introduction by Captain Mike
Captain Mike introduces the episode and the technique of jigging for Yellowfin Tuna south of Martha's Vineyard on his Contender 28 Open.
🐟 Choosing the Right Jig
The Hogy sand eel jig is the preferred choice due to its effectiveness in imitating large oceanic sand eels. Size selection depends on tide and current conditions.
🎨 Color Selection
Olive sand eel color is preferred for clear water conditions to match the hatch.
Contrasting colors like high-viz green or hot pink are used when fish movement starts to shut down.
⏩ Retrieve Techniques
Slow and low retrieve for pinpointing specific depths. Speed jigging to cover more ground and trigger reaction strikes.
🛠 Fishing Outfit
Captain Mike uses the Hogy System Tuna Jigging Rod with a 20k spinning reel for better ergonomics. The rod's moderate action helps absorb strikes and reduces fish loss.
🌊 Fish Care
Emphasis on healthy release techniques, including swimming the fish at idle speed to revive it.
📍 Maximizing Fishing Opportunities
Importance of marking spots with GPS and revisiting them to increase catch rates.
Insights Based on Numbers
8oz. and 12oz. Jigs: Different weights are used based on current conditions to maintain effective jigging.
100lb Test Line: The use of 100lb test line for both the main line and the leader ensures durability and strength.
20,000 Size Reel: A large reel size is used to handle the demands of tuna fishing.
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Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
Introduction by Captain Mike from Hogy Lure Company.
00:20 - Choosing the Right Jig
Importance of the Hogy sand eel jig and selecting the right size based on tide and current conditions.
01:00 - Color Selection
Using olive sand eel color in clear water and contrasting colors like high viz green or hot pink when fish shut down.
02:00 - Retrieve Techniques
Explanation of slow and low retrieve vs. speed jigging and their benefits.
03:30 - Fishing Outfit
Overview of the Hogy system tuna jigging rod and spinning outfit, including benefits of a moderate action rod.
05:00 - Fish Care and Release
Techniques for healthy release, including swimming the fish at idle speed to revive it.
06:30 - Maximizing Fishing Opportunities
Using GPS to mark spots and revisiting them to increase catch rates.
08:00 - Final Tips and Conclusion
Final thoughts and tips for successful tuna jigging and fishing gear recommendations.