The Fishing Playbook
Master the Water, Catch More FIsh
The Fishing Playbook

Home

Saltwater Fishing • Knots • Rigs • Gear

Master the Water. Catch More Fish.

Proven saltwater fishing techniques built for anglers targeting Marlin, Sailfish, Dogtooth Tuna, Giant Trevally, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Learn Fishing Techniques Shop Recommended Gear

Your Fishing Playbook – Start Here

  • 🎣 Learn essential saltwater fishing knots
  • 🐟 Choose the right rig for Marlin & GT
  • 🌊 Understand tides & fishing conditions
  • 🎥 Watch step-by-step video tutorials
  • 🛠 Upgrade your gear with confidence

Watch & Learn

Step-by-step tutorials to help you catch more fish.

Start With These Guides

Best Fishing Knots for Beginners

Read Guide

Beginner Fishing Gear Checklist

Read Guide

How Weather Affects Fishing

Read Guide

Gear I Trust on Every Trip

These are the exact rods, reels, and setups I personally use and recommend.

Shop Fishing Gear

Get My Free Fishing Starter Pack

Learn the exact knots, rigs, and gear you need to start catching more fish.

Get Free Guide

Your Fishing Playbook – Start Here

  • 🎣 Learn essential saltwater knots
  • 🐟 Choose the right rig for Marlin & GT
  • 🌊 Understand tides & conditions
  • 📺 Watch step-by-step video tutorials
  • ⚓ Upgrade your gear with confidence

Saltwater Roadmap

Start Here (Beginner → Advanced)

Follow this playbook to build confidence fast for Marlin, Sailfish, Dogtooth Tuna, Giant Trevally, Bluefin Trevally, Albacore, Bonita, and Yellowfin Tuna.

1

Foundation

  • Learn 3 core knots (leader + terminal)
  • Pick a simple rig for bait + a lure setup
  • Understand tide/current basics
Go to Tutorials
2

Technique

  • Hookset + drag control
  • Presentation (speed/depth/cadence)
  • Reading structure + bait signs
Explore Rigs
3

Species Playbooks

  • Pick target fish and match gear
  • Refine leader, hooks, lure size
  • Dial in conditions + location strategy
Gear Guides
Read the Blog Ask a Question Watch on YouTube

Species Tasks

Pick a Fish, Get the Tasks

Choose a target species to see your checklist for gear + technique.

Marlin / Sailfish

  • Rig: leader + hook size matched to bait
  • Set drag + check smooth spool/drag
  • Run trolling spread (or live bait) with clean presentation
  • Watch birds/current edges and bait signs

Tuna (Dogtooth / Yellowfin / Albacore / Bonita)

  • Leader length + abrasion resistance (reef vs open water)
  • Rig: live bait hook rig OR popper/stickbait setup
  • Work cadence: speed up when fish follows
  • Fight: steady pressure, avoid sudden slack

Trevally (GT / Bluefin Trevally)

  • Use heavy leader for structure
  • Poppers/stickbaits: cadence + pause control
  • Short powerful fight: keep rod angle safe
  • Keep fish away from reef/rocks early
▶ Subscribe on YouTube /* ===== REMOVE DARK BACKGROUNDS ===== */ /* Remove all section backgrounds */ .fp-hero, .fp-tasks, .fp-video, .fp-guides, .fp-shop, .fp-email, .fp-roadmap, .fp-species { background: #ffffff !important; color: #000000 !important; } /* Remove box backgrounds */ .fp-wrap, .fp-card, .fp-step, .fp-video-embed { background: transparent !important; box-shadow: none !important; border: none !important; } /* Remove any dark overlays */ .fp-hero::before, .fp-hero::after { display: none !important; } /* Fix text visibility */ .fp-title, .fp-sub, .fp-kicker, .fp-muted, h1, h2, h3, p, li { color: #000000 !important; } /* Clean buttons */ .fp-btn { background: #0a2540 !important; color: #ffffff !important; border-radius: 6px; padding: 10px 18px; text-decoration: none; } /* Secondary button */ .fp-btn.secondary { background: #f5f5f5 !important; color: #000 !important; border: 1px solid #ccc; } /* Remove weird grey sections from theme */ section { background-color: transparent !important; }

Your Fishing Playbook – Start Here

  • 🎣 Learn essential saltwater fishing knots
  • 🐟 Choose the right rig for Marlin & GT
  • 🌊 Understand tides & fishing conditions
  • 🎥 Watch step-by-step video tutorials
  • 🛠 Upgrade your gear with confidence