PITCH BAITS FOR BILLFISH

In this insightful tips and tricks episode of Journey of a Fisherman we share our favourite way of preparing and rigging two readily available baits here in NZ to feed to marlin as pitch baits.

Tease n’ Switch fishing for marlin is not only a great way to convert bites to actual hook ups but the visuals of a fired up marlin pouring over the teasers, then to be presented with a carefully prepared bait and the ensuing hook up and jumps right next to the transom simply needs to be seen to be appreciated.Many of the worlds billfish hotspot destinations deploy pitch baits for the reasons stated above and some of the daily conversion numbers are staggering.

Catch this tip and trick and give it ago next time you’re out on the big blue!