Tautog often reposition as current speed changes. Stronger current can push fish tighter to the protected side of structure, while slower periods may allow them to spread out and feed more actively. Adjusting weight and presentation as the tide changes helps keep the bait where fish are holding.
Maintain close contact with the bottom without allowing excessive slack that lets the rig settle deep into rocks or wreckage. Fishing as vertically as conditions allow and using only enough weight to hold bottom can provide better control when working snag-prone structure.
Jigs provide a direct, compact presentation and are useful when you want to maintain close contact with the bait. Traditional rigs are a versatile option for fishing heavier sinkers, deeper water, stronger current, or certain types of structure.
Avoid swinging at the first tap. Maintain contact and wait for the fish to commit to the crab, then set the hook firmly once you feel steady weight. Immediately applying pressure helps turn the fish away from rocks, wreckage, and other structure.
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