Tuna topwater tactics, popper fishing tips, and offshore tuna gear setups—all in this week’s report.

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This week we’re talking to: Chris Bishop, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Yo Zuri North America. Chris shares how tuna fishing techniques have evolved and dives into the best strategies for targeting yellowfin, blackfin, and bluefin tuna using topwater poppers. We discuss the importance of long casting, reading fish behavior, and maximizing the effectiveness of the Yo Zuri Mag Popper with its magnetic weight transfer system. Chris also breaks down ideal rod and reel setups, heavy leader use, and fight tactics that help land big tuna faster and avoid shark predation. Whether you're new to popper fishing or refining your skills, there are plenty of great takeaways for serious offshore anglers.

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