Yellowtail Surface Iron: Casting Iron from the Deck
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A practical guide to surface iron for yellowtail: lure weights, casting gear and how the retrieve differs from yo-yo jigging.
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Yellowtail vs Yellowfin Tuna: Identification and Tackle
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Yellowtail and yellowfin tuna share more than a color, but they are not the same fish. Learn the family difference, finlet and body-shape clues, regional...
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Yellowtail Jig Assist Hooks: Length, Stiffness and Clearance
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A short assist cord is not automatically tangle-free, and a stiff cord is not automatically stronger. Compare the hook's actual reach, the complete attachment arrangement...
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Yellowtail Jigging in Swell: Your Deck Moves Too
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Your hands are not the only source of movement in offshore jigging. Learn how a moving deck changes the input at the rod tip, why...
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Yellowtail Jigging: Yo-Yo vs Slow-Pitch Presentations
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Yo-yo and slow-pitch jigging emphasize different parts of a metal jig's movement. Learn how to compare retrieve-driven and fall-focused presentations for yellowtail, keep depth claims...
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