How-To — California

We spent 15 minutes on the phone with Capt. Tony Vultaggio to discuss the best jigging lures for targeting Vermillion Rockfish in the Channel Islands, California. Here's what we learned... Capt. Tony VultaggioWebsite: www.sbsportfishing.com Location: The Channel Islands, California Tides: The high outgoing produced the best. Approach: Fishing along the islands can be a little tricky. The Reds’s were holding around the tops of high spots in 80′ – 120′.  Proper boat positioning is key for pinpoint presentations when jigging for Vermillion Rockfish. Rigging Selection: The Hogy 11/0 Drop Shot Rig and the Barbarian Jig Head  Bait Selection: The Hogy Sand Eel Series Why Bhis Bait? ...