Inshore Trolling for Bluefin
By Ricky Wheeler
Jul 26th 2016
It's no secret that TackleDirect Pro Staffer, Captain Ricky Wheeler, has been hot on the inshore tuna bite all summer. In this video, he shows off the bluefin he's been snagging, as well as talks tactics and rigging for tempting them to bite.
When targeting bluefin tuna, Ricky sends two lures (sea witches on ballyhoo) way back on the long riggers. By way back, we mean half-a-spool or more of a 50 wide. He likes to work the lumps at 4-5 knots, looking for sandeels and tuna marks on his sounder.
And for rigging? FishDownSea Tuna Flares and Joe Shutes rigged with 80lb fluoro, 30ft crank on leaders, and a quick change pin rig. Tune in for a full description from Ricky. For more on Ricky, visit his Pro Staff Profile.
Recommended Gear:
- Fish DownSea Tuna Flare Lure
- Fish Finder Tackle FF3 Joe Shute Skirts
- Mustad 7691DT Southern and Tuna Hook
- Water Gremlin PEG-4 Egg Sinker
