Q&A — HDUV Jiggin' Eel

QUESTION: I would really appreciate your recommendation on your favorite lures for big tarpon. In Veracruz, we have tarpon from 100 to over 200 Lb. Thanks for your kind answer. Location: 2 miles from the beach in front of a riverDepth: From 40 to 70 ftWater Clarity: Clear water Best regards, Antonio ANSWER: We had a tarpon lure kit (circa 2015) that would have been perfect for targeting these fish near the surface.  Aside from the kit, I would recommend picking up a few 1oz to 3oz Barbarian Jig Heads paired with the 9-inch HDUV Jiggin' Eel in Herring.  The...

QUESTION: Hello! I was wondering if you could suggest some size and color combos for Lingcod and Halibut fishing out of Santa Cruz California in the Monterey Bay? Thanks! ANSWER: Thanks for reaching out to us. We appreciate your interest very much. We have some excellent applications for Ling Cod and Halibut Jigging. One of our most popular and productive techniques is to jig the 9″ HDUV Eel tail in black pearl or bubblegum and bottom bounce using an appropriately weighted 10/0 Barbarian Jig Head. These baits are most productive when bounced in close proximity to the bottom. Another excellent bait is...

QUESTION: I’m Headed to Nicaragua in mid march. Some deep water tarpon in ocean and river snook and rainbow bass. What are your suggestions. - Jen ANSWER: The guidelines and techniques for tarpon and snook fishing around the world are pretty consistent. You will run into a few different scenarios, but the baits and rigging remain consistent. When targeting tarpon holding in deep river systems, you can target them two ways. Surface Presentation: Typically, during early morning and late evening, tarpon will be seen rolling along the waters surface. During this time, using an unweighted presentation is the most effective. Top...