Re: Party boat rod holder question
Josh,
My favorite party boat fishing “technique” is “flat lining”. Drifting your line out with little (1-2oz) or NO weight. Reason being, I want my bait drifting freely and naturally along with the chunks in the slick. I believe mono line provides just a bit of buoyancy, hence the need for a small weight.
Your tangle concern does have merit. HOWEVER, when on anchor, 9 times out of 10, the boat is swinging. You need to be patient to time your drop in when the boat swings everyone else’s lines away from you. Once you’re 10-15 yards away from the boat you’re home free. Just feed line as fast as the current wants it with just SLIGHT tension with your thumb. Don’t be afraid to dump 3/4 of your spool on slow days. 30-40lb leader and a circle hook in daylight.
SHORTS
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