I am assuming you know about drag settings on a reel. If not, here is a video that helps explain setting your drag and the 30% rule when it comes to fishing gear: https://youtu.be/InOSngNZE2w I discuss how to use the rod and reel during the fight and in the advanced section, I talk about understanding fish swimming movement and the timing of when to apply as much pressure as possible to turn a big fish's head. If you're faced with losing a big fish on the reef or are getting spooled, you have 2 options - break your line trying to turn the fish or have the fish cut you off. You have to pick your moment to try and apply maximum pressure to turn the fish's head. But there's a trick to understanding when that is. See some of my other how to videos: How do moon phases affect fishing? https://youtu.be/QjYT43wrnbw How to fillet - https://youtu.be/_gyn7tUb3fQHow to rock fish the North Shore - https://youtu.be/kVEafgH-H54 How to find a good rock fishing spot - https://youtu.be/VXT2UhFrZyY How to catch kingfish with live kahawai baits  - https://youtu.be/Mqg1j44-YTA How to catch baitfish like piper, mackerel & mullet - https://youtu.be/QAirxeH6LOA How to catch fish shore jigging - https://youtu.be/6quDfRJhMKA How to choose a rod for rock fishing, Land-based game fishing  - https://youtu.be/GtVTA7BEIVE How to set up your gear for rock fishing - https://youtu.be/j8YSVNRuMeE How to rock fish - https://youtu.be/IX7XU62w5Os Quick Tips/Hacks: https://youtu.be/It_G2tVzlTo More Quick Tips/Hacks: https://youtu.be/eBFIWgegH-4

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