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Crew leadering and gaffing a yellowfin ahi at the side of a blue sportfishing boat in open Hawaii water

Running Smaller Lures in Hawaii: My 7-Inch and 6-Inch Guide

October 14, 2026

I run a 9-inch spread during ahi season, but the 7-inch and 6-inch lures earn their spot in the box for everything else. Here is how I use each size, when I reach for the Ali’i heavy series in rough water, and why I pull them all out once that 3-month ahi window opens.

What Makes Hawaiian Fishing Lures Different (And Why Local Fishermen Swear By Them)

What Makes Hawaiian Fishing Lures Different (And Why Local Fishermen Swear By Them)

March 26, 2026

Hawaiian fishing lures evolved in some of the most challenging and productive pelagic waters on the planet. What works in the Atlantic or Gulf doesn't necessarily translate to the deep blue off Kona or the FADs outside Honolulu.