Catch More Dorado and Tuna with the Right Offshore Lures
Trolling Spread Strategy: Cover More Water, Increase Strikes Your lure selection is only half the equation. Presentation—how your lures are arranged behind the boat—directly impacts results. A common offshore spread includes: Short corner positions for splashy surface lures Long corner positions for mid-range tracking Outrigger lines for clean water presentation Shotgun position for deeper-running lures Mixing Mahi Lures in the short positions and Tuna Lures further back allows you to target multiple species simultaneously. This diversified spread increases your chances of encountering active fish throughout the water column. Building a Reliable Offshore Arsenal No single lure works in every scenario. Successful anglers build a versatile spread that includes: Surface splashes for aggressive mahi Mid-range runners for mixed-species action Heavy-duty trolling lures for tuna Backup color variations for changing light Rotating patterns and experimenting with positions can reveal prod...