Northeast Yellowfin Tuna Tips with Flexi-Spreader Bars

Capt. Mike Hogan shares step-by-step instructions for offshore blue water tuna trolling with spreader bars south of Marthas Vineyard. These techniques are excellent for targeting school-sized bluefin and yellowfin tuna. Topics include: Letting out spreader bars, bleeding tuna, using flat line clips, adjusting trolling speed and spread placement.

Filming Date

Species
  • Tuna
Technique
  • Trolling
Fishery
  • Offshore
Region
  • Northeast
Rod

Aubut Hybrid Trolling Rod

Reel

Shimano Tyrnos 30

Line

40lb Momoi

Leader

100lb Fluorocarbon

Guide

Capt. Mike Hogan

Boat Model

Fortier 30