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Happy Tackle Tip Thursday!

The ever-popular Steve Carson of Penn Reels is back this week to introduce an outfit that he believes is essential for those finicky bluefin when they don’t want to bite. This outfit wears many hats and can be used as a versatile option when your day at the rail is on the more difficult side. Consider adding it to your arsenal! Thank you to Steve and Penn Reels for all their support of Searcher Sportfishing including sponsored trips and loaner tackle for our anglers.

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Happy Tackle Tip Thursday!

This week we hear from pro-staffer from Izorline, Wendy Tochihara! Facebook anglers wanted to know a good knot for attaching your top shot to Spectra, so here it is. The Modified Slim Beauty knot will make a high-strength connection that will pass easily through your guides. Step up your fishing game, the bluefin are biting!

Many thanks to Wendy and Izorline for their support of Searcher Sportfishing. Their talent and in-kind donations are much appreciated!

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Happy Tackle Tip Thursday!

From the many questions submitted via social media, this one that needed an answer from someone who has spent time at the rail. 

What is the etiquette for fishing at the rail during a hot bite? How can anglers work together and not get in each other’s way or get tangled up in others’ lines? 

We asked long-time angler and tackle professional, Carl from Fishermans Landing, for his advice and suggestions, and we think it’s great: fish lots, make friends, catch more fish!

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Welcome back to Tackle Tip Thursday!

This week we introduce Drew Card, owner and operator of Five Star Fish Processing. You all know to show up early for check-in, get your tackle geared up for the fish fight, and to pack your sunscreen …but how should you handle all that fish you are gonna conquer?! Be prepared in ALL the ways necessary, including the aftermath of those trophy fish scores. Thank you, Drew, for helping us to get the word out about processing.

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Welcome back to Tackle Tip Thursday!

Shane, one of Team Searcher’s very own, gives some helpful information regarding the two different gear ratios on two-speed reels and how they will be most effective when you’ve hooked a fish. It’s important to be comfortable when switching between the two gears so you don’t lose potential trophies!

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Welcome back to Tackle Tip Thursday!

Today we have Izorline’s Norm Fujimoto showing us what’s in his own tackle box! His choices reflect years of fishing experience including aboard Searcher. He presents important must-haves (and clever DIYs) that will help you up your fishing game and be prepared when you’re fishing on any length trip. Thank you to Norm and Izorline Fishing Products for their support of Searcher Sportfishing with sponsored trips, expert pro-staffers, and excellent fishing line!

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Happy Tackle Tip Thursday!

Doug Kern from Fishermans Landing Tackle Shop shares his pro-tips for using artificial lures for targeting world-class calico bass. This will prepare any angler for some possible calico fishing on a long-range trip or on a trip targeting them. Either way, fun fishing and great information on fishing the artificials!

Stop in to Fishermans Landing Tackle Shop and check in with all the tackle experts, including Doug, before your next trip with us. And the shop is having a BIG sale this weekend: Feb 26 and 27. Great time to stock up before the season!

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Happy Tackle Tip Thursday!

Lori S and Martin F, saltwater tackle experts from Turners Outdoorsman in San Marcos, give us a very useful demonstration of using the boat’s rail to your advantage when fighting those large fish. Save your back and your strength for fighting more fish!

Visit Lori and Martin at the San Marcos store for great saltwater tackle advice and products! 2085 Montiel Rd #104, San Marcos, CA 92069

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”

Happy Tackle Tip Thursday!

Ask and you shall receive! Here is Billy, one of the tackle experts from world-famous Fisherman’s Landing Tackle Shop, showing a demonstration of one way to do a dropper loop, great for fishing yellowtail and sea bass. Tune in on Thursdays for more tips and demonstrations!

And mark your calendars for Feb 26-27 for Fishermans Landing’s “Sale at the Docks,” a terrific tackle sale weekend.

Want more tackle tip videos? Here’s our channel “Searcher Sportfishing on YouTube”