Big bluefin bite continues inshore

The school bluefin tuna bite from NY/NJ Bite to far east of Long Island has continued at a high level for all sizes ranging from “unders” to almost too big for heavy casting tackle. Capt. Gene Quigley of Reel Freedom out of Manasquan Inlet reports as follows:

What a trip for brothers @mattgreen831 and @j_gee86 . These guys specifically booked us last spring for inshore bluefin and after at least two or three weather cancelations we were able to finally get out. Despite solid offshore reports of jig and pop yellowfins, they still opted to stay inshore to hunt for big fish on spin and jig tackle. If you have experienced this fishery right now you know there is a lot of downtime waiting for the fish to eat; and these guys were so incredibly stoked to take that time to learn everything we do start to finish to successfully hook and land these bigger Bluefin. From core tackle and terminal tackle to knots, drag settings, leaders, lures, reading the water, and electronics to actually fighting, landing , bleeding and swimming the fish to ensure the meat is pristine. It was amazing for @quigs732 and I to witness their enthusiasm for the sport, and then watching them absolutely mauling this fish with great technique…fueled by extreme adrenaline

. Thanks for a great day on the water and congrats on an awesome fish. Can’t wait to see what you guys accomplish on your own boat next trip and look forward to getting you back on the #REELFREEDOM.”

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