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Preparation and Adaptation: Despite rough seas, they decided to head out based on good reports, equipped with tuna gear. The key is to adapt to the conditions, acknowledging that it wasn't a topwater day, so they focused on jigging instead. Fishing in 140 feet of water with significant wind and tide required heavy jigs to reach the bottom.

Drifting and Positioning: The approach involved drifting over schools of fish, identified using the fish finder. They carefully maneuvered the boat upwind, drifting over the marks while deploying heavy jigs. Ensuring not to disturb other boats, Mike emphasized the importance of considerate navigation and positioning for effective drifts.

Jigging Technique: Speed jigging was the chosen method, particularly effective near the bottom 20 feet of the water column. Using a short jigging rod, Mike performed short, rapid jigs, with frequent drops to keep the lure near the bottom. He stressed the importance of being attentive during the drop, as hits often occur when the line stops unexpectedly.

Gear and Lure Selection: Mike used a 12oz Hogy sand eel jig, favoring a high-visibility color like green chartreuse for better visibility in rough conditions. He highlighted the importance of using a spinning rod for personal preference and efficiency, noting that a strong arm on the rod aids in working the lure effectively.

Landing the Fish: With only himself and the cameraman onboard, Mike described the process of landing the fish solo, using gloves and a gaff. Positioning the boat downwind of the fish and carefully managing the line were crucial to avoid the boat drifting over the catch.

Rod and Lure Insights: Mike provided insights into the choice of rods, recommending a parabolic action for vertical jigging to reduce strain and increase efficiency. He also explained the benefits of using a crane swivel for easier lure changes and reduced line twist.

Lure Dynamics: The Hogy Sand Eel Jig, with its slender, multi-dimensional shape, offers a high flutter factor and a fast sink rate, making it effective for both rapid sinking and dynamic action during retrieval.

Storage and Maintenance: Finally, Mike demonstrated how to store jigs using a mesh roll-up bag, which allows for easy rinsing and organized storage, ensuring the gear is ready for the next trip.

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