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2022, Sub Surface Lures for Yellowfin Tuna Fishing
When it comes to casting lures to yellowfin tuna, one of the very best pieces of tackle to have in your arsenal is the sub-surface lure, in particular, sinking stickbaits. You will probably get more strikes on this lure than any other. It will also help you avoid having surface birds snatch your lure off the waters surface. No matter where in the world you are chasing yellowfin tuna, sub-surface lures for yellowfin tuna are a must have. The upper three meters of the water column is where tuna primarily feed, where most fish are caught and where your fishing efforts should be focused. This is a result of yellowfin tuna using the surface as an edge to trap baitfish. You may find them in full boil gorging on baits, just below the surface or down a little deeper keeping the baitfish corralled against the surface within striking distance. With bait near the surface, invariably, birds will arrive on the scene. Given these tendencies, being able to get a bait down a few feet is critical. Our good friend Seth Hartwick has made casting lures to tuna one of his life's passions. He has traveled around the world over and over in pursuit of tuna and has a vast network of elite tuna fishermen friends, tackle builders and lure craftsmen at his avail. He practices his sport, is never satisfied with how much he knows, tests all makes of tackle and lures and is wide open about sharing his wealth of knowledge. As an instructor for In The Spread, Seth has an easy demeanor with a willingness to offer ample options for every range of fishermen. Take advantage of what he is offering in this fishing video to up your tuna fishing skill set. If you are interested in learning more about casting lure specifics, how to position your casts relative to the boil, various angling techniques, terminal tackle, lure rigging, ideal rod and reel setups and a how one of the best in the tuna fishing game does what he does, this fishing video is just the thing to alter your perspective.
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2022, Top 10 Tuna Lures - Seth Hartwick
Learn about the top 10 tuna lures Seth Hartwick is confident carrying to any tuna fishing hotspot in the world. Seth has fished every major tuna fishery in the world. He only casts lures and has spent his time distilling his collection of lures down to only the best quality and best performing. Tuna will demolish lures of inferior quality, especially big tuna. By fishing with some of the very best tuna anglers and lure craftsmen, in the world, Seth has fine tuned his game to a very exacting level. His skill and knowledge are extraordinary. With this fishing video, Seth shares brilliant insights into what lures he would take to any destination in the world. For a bit a background, I asked Seth which lures he would take if he could only pick 10 to carry to an undisclosed destination. These are his top 10 tuna lures. Enjoy.
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2022, Sinking Stickbaits for Bluefin Tuna
If there is a more discerning big game species than the bluefin tuna, we haven't meet it, yet. There are so many variables that go into getting bites from this amazing species. The concept of precision cannot be stressed enough. Knowing everything you can about using sinking stickbaits for bluefin tuna will make your time on the water that much more productive. Once bluefin tuna start smashing baits near the surface, invariably birds will show and crash the party. This is when you need a lure that can be cast accurately to distance and that will get down in the water column quickly. This is the prevent birds like shearwaters from snatching out of the water. This is just the beginning. Your sinking stickbaits needs to be the right size and color, especially similar to whatever baitfish the bluefin are feasting on, if you want bites. Seth Hartwick has the experience, tactical knowledge and confidence to help make your fishing more productive. Learn from him about lure sizes, making natural presentations, reading what the birds are doing to help make strategic casts, how to rig sinking stickbaits the best way, what make for optimal bluefin tuna hooks and why being precise in every aspect of your fishing is so critical. He will also provide great insight into the reels and rods that are required to wrangle these super powerful fish. Nothing in left out. Line, leaders, knots and connections, necessary gear to have and all the specs are served up. This fishing video is a great learning tool for any fisherman interested in casting lures to bluefin tuna.
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2022, Topwater Lures for Bluefin Tuna - Seth Hartwick
Our topwater lures for bluefin tuna fishing video with Seth Hartwick is a must watch for any angler looking to advance their learning curve. Seth is member of a very elite group of globe trotting big game anglers that thrive on wrangling reef donkeys and big tuna. He has access to lots of tried and true tuna fishing information. He is also super experienced at targeting big tuna and is generally a damn savvy fisherman. Bluefin tuna possess incredible strength, super keen eyesight and perhaps the most discerning feeding tendencies of any fish in the oceans. One thing we know for sure is that they love to corral bait at the surface and gorge on it. Having the smarts to know where to position your boat, lure placement relative to fish movements, what lures to fish and the tackle needed to withstand a beating comes with experience or the ability to learn from someone else's experience. You have just that opportunity. Seth is here to share his insights on works and what doesn't. The right bluefin tuna lures are some of your most valuable tools, if you love to cast. Learn what to look for in lures. How should they dive and swim. What do you want in a lures bubble trail. How you rig you lures, what type of split rings, swivels and tuna hooks you use is so important. There really are some key lure rigging techniques that if fouled can cost you the fish of a lifetime. Seth goes into great detail on this, as well as his go to reels and rods. Casting ability and lifting power are critical in a rod for this type of bluefin tuna fishing. Take the time to learn from one of the best tuna fishermen in the world.
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2022, Topwater Lures for Yellowfin Tuna - Seth Hartwick
In the high speed world of offshore fishing, we all need certain advantages to excel and put fish in the boat. How we go about doing that is a matter of preference. One of the coolest and most involved methods of yellowfin tuna fishing is casting topwater lures. When tuna are boiling, pushing baitfish up to the surface and then systematically devouring them, poppers and stickbaits are lethal. Having the requisite knowledge to use topwater lures for yellowfin tuna, knowing what the use and when, is key. Luckily, global fishing aficionado Seth Hartwick is here to share his valuable experience fishing for yellowfin tuna. Seth has fished every corner of the planet in search of big yellowfin tuna. He has personal relationships with some of the top rod and lure craftsmen from around the world. This has given him the opportunity to test and exhaustively use all sorts of tackle to target yellowfin tuna. In this In The Spread fishing video, Seth will show you the poppers, diving poppers, stickbaits, sinking stickbaits, rods, reels, terminal tackle and rigging methods he uses, so you can shorten your learning curve or just add a valuable bit of insight to your fishing arsenal. From tuna hooks, split rings, swivels, leader types and materials, angling techniques and how to know which lures to use in different sea conditions, you will learn a great deal about using topwater lures for yellowfin tuna fishing. Seth will provide options for the budget conscious and for those with no budget. He will break down the build quality of good lures and why it is so important to make this a primary consideration before buying any tuna lure.
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2022, Jigs for Yellowfin Tuna Fishing - Seth Hartwick
Learn about jigs for yellowfin tuna, how to rig jigs, jigging techniques, rods and reels from global fisherman Seth Hartwick. Seth breaks down how he targets tuna suspended at depth feeding on deep water bait fish. If you aren't utilizing jigs to reach yellowfin tuna down deep, you are missing out. Yellowfin tuna jigs are a tremendous tool to have in your kit. We will run through how to rig jigs, by taking a look at drop cord, hooks, skirts, split rings and swivels. You will also hear Seth discuss his preferred reels and rods for jigging. When it comes to reels for jigging, you need the right gear ratio and drag system. Your rods also need to be up to the challenge. It is critical to match the jigging rod to the jig size. This is a super insightful yellowfin tuna fishing video. Take advantage of the knowledge Seth Hartwick is sharing. He has fished all over the world for yellowfin tuna and possesses a wealth of actionable intel.
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2018, Giant Bluefin Tuna Fishing Nova Scotia
The cold waters of the north Atlantic hold some giant bluefin tuna. Nova Scotia is one of the coolest places to target the biggest of the big bluefin, due to the relatively shallow fishing grounds. In this In The Spread fishing video, RJ Boyle and Any Moyes break down how to bait and fish these giant fish. You will learn about the heavy custom tackle used, the specialized rigs and baiting tactics that allow you to almost hand pick the fish you want to battle. See what it takes to gear up for these hogs and what it takes to battle big bluefin tuna. Even though fishing is Nova Scotia is unique, given the inability of fish to dive deep, the techniques and knowledge being shared can be applied elsewhere. Learn from a few of the best big game fishermen in the world how to catch giant bluefin tuna and fish smarter.
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2018, Top 5 Yellowfin Tuna Surface Lures - Gulf of Mexico
Venice, Louisiana is the yellowfin tuna fishing capital of North America. For the fishermen there that target tuna year in and year out, their knowledge runs deep. The sheer volume of good fishing allows for lots of experimentation when it comes to the use of artificial baits for yellowfin tuna fishing. This In The Spread fishing video is serving up loads of insight on what surface lures produce fish. Capt. Josh Howard is one of the best captains in Venice. He is here to share his experience and opinions on top poppers and swimbaits for yellowfin and blackfin tuna. Learn about how he selects tuna lures based on the prevailing baitfish the tuna are feeding on and the action he likes from each. If you have these lures in your tackle box, you will be well suited to chuck lures at the school with confidence.
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2018, Live Chumming Yellowfin Tuna - Venice Louisiana
The Gulf of Mexico off of Louisiana is a yellowfin tuna fishing paradise. There is so much structure and nutrients to support the rich food chain that attracts massive schools of yellowfin tuna. The use of live bait to chum and bait tuna is lethal. Knowing a few key techniques can help you reach your bag limit in short order. Capt. Josh Howard knows how to find good fish and bait them up to the boat. Learn about the tackle he prefers and the baiting strategies he uses to chum tuna up to his boat for easy catching. To learn more about how to catch yellowfin tuna chumming live bait, watch this fishing video now.
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2018, Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Seminar
A few of south Florida's very best tuna fishermen gathered for an in-depth discussion on how they succeed year after year with yellowfin tuna fishing. This seminar video is focused on fishing the waters of the Bahamas, but the principles and knowledge shared may be applied to just about any rod and reel tuna fishery. You will learn about trip planning, productive weather conditions, locating schools of tuna, baits and baiting strategies, tackle, sportfish and center console setups, what birds are telling you and a wide variety of tactics that produce fish. Whether you are interested in learning a few new techniques or a new to yellowfin tuna fishing, this In The Spread fishing video is loaded with information that will help you catch more fish.
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2018, Chunking Drifting and Live Baiting Yellowfin Tuna
Learn how to catch yellowfin tuna in the Bahamas from a few of S. Florida's top tuna fishermen. These are guys that fly well under the radar with their fishing prowess. Find out how they plan their trips, the baits and tackle they prefer and the tactics they employ to boat loads of nice yellowfin. The focus of this In The Spread fishing video is chunking, drifting and live baiting strategies that will help you on your first or next fishing trip. Learn details about using electronics, working birds, trolling lures and how to keep the fish close to your boat, so you can fill your limit quickly. To learn more about yellowfin tuna fishing, watch now.
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2018, Chunking and Chumming for Yellowfin Tuna
The land of milk and honey for yellowfin tuna fishing in North America is Venice, Louisiana. The captains and crews of boats there fish massive schools of tuna throughout the year and know way more tactics and techniques than most anglers. See how Capt. Josh Howard capitalizes on trawl boat by-catch to lay down a chum slick that draws in really healthy tuna. His chumming, baiting and fishing techniques are second to none. This In The Spread fishing video will teach you ideal baits, baiting techniques, chumming and chunking. See how to avoid the smaller fish and hand bait the nice ones we all want to catch. Fishing in eh Gulf of Mexico is less about finding birds and all about working fixed or mobile fish aggregators. Trawl boats provide excellent fishing opportunities. Learn how to take advantage of these boats. Learn highly effective methods for how to catch yellowfin tuna. Watch now and be a smarter fisherman.
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