Captains Andy and Rich meet up with Lou Grazioso of Stripermania fishing charters at the Glory Hole 50 miles south of Long Island. They score a bunch of big bluefin to well over 100lbs on relatively light tackle. The techniques in this show can be used by anyone who targets bluefin on either bait or jigs. If you have questions about any of the equipment used during the show, please contact us.
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“The seas were lousy and Capt Lou G and his crew took a long time to complete our rendezvous. Unfortunately, it started raining and we had to put the cameras away. While we are waiting for the rain to stop I hook this fish and then precede to hold it 150ft down until the cameras are ready which is at least 20 minutes. During this time I realize we forgot to put the correct fighting belts aboard and now I only have an lightweight inshore belt to wrangle this fish which is now completely revived. Needless to stay it almost killed me. I have wrestled much bigger yellowfin on the same outfit with the correct belt and crushed them. The lesson here is simple; bring the correct gear and put as much pressure as possible on all tunas at all times!!!” Capt Andy LoCascio
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Glory Hole is located approximately 50 miles south of Long Island and is known for being a productive area to catch large bluefin tuna using light tackle techniques.
The show demonstrates techniques that can be used by anglers targeting bluefin tuna using either bait or jigs. These methods focus on effective handling of large tuna on relatively light tackle to maximize success.
Capt Andy LoCascio emphasized the importance of bringing the correct fighting belts and gear when targeting large tunas. Using inadequate equipment can make handling the fish extremely difficult and physically taxing.
Yes, the techniques shown in the video are suitable for anyone targeting bluefin tuna, whether using bait or jigs, making it accessible to anglers with varying experience levels.
The page provides a link to their recommended tuna chunking gear, which offers guidance on the best equipment needed for chunking tuna effectively.
The full-length show is available for viewing on YouTube, and a direct link is provided on the page for easy access and sharing.
