I only have a 14-foot (4.3m) tinny, so generally dont get out very far, but I always carry a decent-sized landing net and a gaff because both have important roles to play
Keep these in mind when the bite is tough or local forage differs from the norm: Croakers are hardy, produce strong scent, and attract snapper that are keyed on baitfish rather than crustaceans Pilchards, scaled sardines, and threadfin herring are deadly in clear water when snapper are sight-feeding
Offset hooks also work well with soft plastic baits and are available in a range of sizes, making them a versatile option for a variety of fishing situations
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3) The use of sinking groundlines between traps instead of floating groundlines, that arc up into the water column, also minimizes the risk of entanglement