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How to Catch Squid in deeper water

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Yamashita Maria

February 3, 2024

Here's an excellent 'how-to' video from Japan (with subtitles) showing the full detail of Tip Run Eging, or deep-water eging. Apply this in NZ waters for sure, in the peak squid seasons early winter and spring.

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