How Do You Rig A High Speed Wahoo Troll?

Do you have to high speed troll for wahoo?

Wahoo (also called ono) can swim at least 60 mph, so trolling at 14, 16 and even 20 knots is now commonplace using techniques developed by Capt. Ron Schatman, winner of a dozen major Bahamas wahoo tournaments over five years.

What depth should I troll for wahoo?

5 to 15 feet
Depth and Speed
For wahoo, a lure trolled anywhere from 5 to 15 feet down is far more productive than one trolled at the surface. Subsurface lures and baits trolled rapidly yield more strikes. Although high-speed trolling (upward of 20 knots) is popular for wahoo, many are caught near the 10-knot range.

Why are wahoo so fast?

High-speed trolling for wahoo is faster than ever, in part because of new lures, improved tackle, and faster, more-maneuverable boats. Anglers also have realized that they really can’t troll too fast for wahoo, which rank among the fastest fish in the ocean.

What bait do you use for wahoo?

They can be caught on live bait such as speedos, pilchards, blue runners, cigar minnows, ballyhoos, mullet and more. They can also be caught on vertical jigs, and if you find structure floating there is a good chance by dropping a vertical jig down 100 feet or so, the wahoo you are looking for is down there.

What water temperature do wahoo like?

between 72 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit
Locating the Fish
Wahoo tend to be ambush feeders, so they look for places to hide. Their preferred water temperatures is between 72 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. They have, however, been taken in water temperatures as low as 68 degrees and as high as 85 degrees. On rough days wahoo tend to stay deep.

Is wahoo hard to catch?

With speeds topping 60 miles per hour, you’ll know if you snagged a wahoo because your reel, quite literally, will be screaming. “There’s not much else that can pull line off the reel like a big wahoo,” Capt. George McElveen told Sport Fishing Magazine.

What is a good trolling speed?

So, what is the best trolling speed? The best trolling speed depends on several factors including the type of fish, water conditions and lure choice. In general, trolling speeds between 1.5 and 2.5 mph, as measured by GPS, are a good starting place for most species like walleye, trout and salmon.

How much line do you need for wahoo?

Use about 4 feet of rigging cable. The 275-pound-test stainless-steel cable is a popular and good choice for big wahoo. Thread on a crimp, and connect the hook with an offshore loop (simply a double overhand, then the tag end through the hook eye) before you crimp it. Bring the crimp down over the loose cable end.

Can you eat wahoo?

Although a versatile fish, wahoo benefits from cooking methods suitable for species with low fat content so the meat doesn’t dry out when cooking. It cooks and tastes like an ultra-light, lean tuna. The firm flesh is good grilled or broiled, especially if marinated first to tenderize it and enhance the mild flavor.

How fast should you troll for mahi?

between 2 and 9 knots
Mahi Mahi are aggressive fish and will eat fast as well. Professionals tell you to troll for Mahi Mahi between 2 and 9 knots. Try varying speeds until you get a bite, but more importantly be consistent and make sure you keep the boat moving at a steady pace.

How fast can you troll a Yo Zuri Bonita?

6-15 knots
This versatile trolling lure can be pulled from 6-15 knots and features a tight swimming action. The Yo-Zuri Bonita comes in two sizes and seven color patterns to cover a variety of fishing conditions.

How fast should you troll for tuna?

between 4.5 knots and 7.5 knots
Speed: Most tuna fishermen troll between 4.5 knots and 7.5 knots. The slower speeds are usually used when you are trying to let heavy lures run deeper in the water column or when targeting tuna in cold water.

Should you troll with or against the current?

When in an area with current, troll crosscurrent as opposed to with and/or against the current. Going crosscurrent, you don’t have to worry about how the current is affecting your lure’s or bait’s speed through the water. Plus, fish generally swim into the current.

Do Wahoos feed at night?

And, what do you know, wahoo will bite at night too! We got things back out and got covered up again by a pack of bonitas. In fact, it’s apparent the fish are not as “boat shy” after darkness falls. The tunas and bonitas were eating the flatline as quick as the outriggers.

Where is the best wahoo fishing?

Some of the best Wahoo fishing in the world occurs on the Bahama Bank during the winter season and can peak in the months of February and March. These fish average 45lbs with many fish caught over the 70lb class. It is common to catch your limit of wahoo on the Bahama Bank when high speed trolling for Wahoo.

What size hooks for wahoo?

Hooks should be 7/0 to 10/0 depending on the size of your bait. Most of the trolling lures you are going to use will be rigged with ballyhoo. Choosing good ballyhoo will help with how long your baits will last.

Where can wahoo be caught?

Wahoo are found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. They are found in tropical waters year-round but are also found in higher latitudes during the summer.

What is the biggest wahoo ever caught?

The biggest Wahoo ever caught was from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and this world record is held by an avid fisherwoman Sara Hayward. In 2005 Sara reeled in a Wahoo weighing 183pounds using trolling and this record still stands undefeated. The world record catch of a Dorado was made by Manuel Salazar in 1976.

What’s the hardest fish to catch?

For many different reasons, these are some of the toughest fish to catch.

• Bonefish.
• Muskellunge.
• Permit.
• Flathead Catfish.
• Blue Marlin.
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