How To Clinic: Tarpon Rods & Reels + Knots

Capt. Ross Gallagher shares his time tested favorite tackle & knots for targeting large tarpon. We cover a medium/heavy and extra heavy action tarpon setup, plus step by step instructions for tying knots suitable for trophy tarpon.
Product Details: bit.ly/TarponDIY
Captain: Capt. Ross Gallagher
Boat: Pathfinder 2500 Hybrid
Technique: Open Water Casting
Targeted Species: Tarpon
Spot: Florida
Lure: Pro Tail Paddle, Hogy Originals
Medium Heavy Setup:
7' MH Sewell Tenax Spinning 14lb - 40lb
Diawa Saltist 4000
30lb Braid
Extra Heavy Setup
8' Sewell Custom Tarpon Swimbait Rod
Shimano Twinpower 10000
50lb Braid

[@leonardogranados2733]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Appreciated. Next week will try your knots in Bahia Honda, Fl.

[@HogyLures]

Let us know how it goes!

[@josephkoziol5421]

Yes sir. Well done. This video was very informative and provided many useful fishing and tackle strategies.

[@alexd1949]

Great video lots of great information

[@fernandonieves2182]

EXCELENTE,,GREAT PRESENTATION CAPTAIN,, WILL FOLLOW ADVICE,, THANKS

[@k.tanaka1866]

That's a 4000 series reel??? Monster 4k, that thing looks like an 8000 or maybe even a 10k!

[@HogyLures]

The difference is between Diawa and Shimano. A Diawa 4000 is similar to a 6000-8000 Shimano.

[@jonathansalas8301]

Where did you get those rods I’ve been looking for rods like that

[@BC-gn7kr]

Do you know how much both rods weigh?

[@TonyGnotul]

The best rod sizes for the big ones?