Gambler Inshore Exotics trip

[JoeBassNJ]

I'm going on the Sept. 26 trip. Can I get some input on tackle needed. Rod /Reels. Braid / Topshot Vs Mono. Also recommended Lures, Terminal tackle.
This will be my first time doing this.

[tombanjo]

Leave the braid home, they'll love you for that. Hard enough dealing with tangles on mono. These Albies race around looking for other lines. Seems that way.

[jigmup]

15# spinning outfit with soft finesse lures

[Detour66]

Went on on these "Exotics" trip with The Gambler a few years back and caught plenty of bonito and little tunny plus blues used a spinning outfit with #17 lb test mono with #30 shock leader. A 007 was the lure of choice for me. Tight lines!

[Gerry Zagorski]

Originally Posted by Detour66

Went on on these "Exotics" trip with The Gambler a few years back and caught plenty of bonito and little tunny plus blues used a spinning outfit with #17 lb test mono with #30 shock leader. A 007 was the lure of choice for me. Tight lines!

That set up would also work for Mahi if any pot hopping is planned. 30# leader might be a little on the heavy side so you could tie it directly to your main line.

As far as the Mahi, a hook on the smaller size like a 1/0 Gami, any sort of boat bait and a few split shots a foot above the hook is all you'd need. Cast it by the pots and hold on

1/4 to 3/8 bucktails or jigs heads work here as well.. Just tip them with boat bait or soft plastics.

[bunker dunker]

might want to stuff a heavier outfit in your bag as there have been some real tuna inshore.

[Detour66]

That set up would also work for Mahi if any pot hopping is planned. 30# leader might be a little on the heavy side so you could tie it directly to your main line.


Just to clarify. I used #30 Fluorocarbon since this is party boat fishing and it can be crowed so you don't always have the luxury of being able to fight the fish like on a private boat. Also if some #15 blues are around you will be glad you have that heavier shock leader. But I do agree that the lighter the better with these line spooky fish. I always bring #20 shock leader just in case they are not biting do to the heavier line and switch up. Tight lines!

[JoeBassNJ]

Thanks for all the info. I should have everything for this trip. I can't wait, this is going to be fun expanding my fishing experiences. Just hope for good weather. Last year the trip was blown out do to high winds.