Managing a 250-meter depth is challenging enough on its own, but doing it against a ripping 6-knot current requires serious skill, the right weight selection, and some incredibly specialized gear. -Ryoshi Pro Outfitters
That is an absolute masterclass in deep-drop jigging! Managing a 250-meter depth is challenging enough on its own, but doing it against a ripping 6-knot current requires serious skill, the right weight selection, and some incredibly specialized gear.
Those "rubies" (Ruby Snappers / Etelis carbunculus) are prized deep-water targets, and pulling a brace of them up from that depth is no small feat.
Here is a quick look at why that specific setup made this catch possible:
Gear Breakdown:
Senses Ocean Luna II (OLSP2-508/8)
To hold bottom and successfully work a jig in a 6-knot current at 250m, you need a rod with massive backbone but enough elasticity to give the jig the proper "life" at depth.
• Power 8 Rating: This is the heavy-hitter of the lineup. It provides the immense lifting power needed to pump stubborn deep-water predators up through the water column and resist the crushing drag of the current.
• Overhead Configuration: Crucial for deep-drop slow jigging, giving the angler superior line control, direct contact with the jig, and the mechanical advantage required for heavy bottom fish.
• Length (5'8"): The shorter, specialized length maximizes leverage for the angler, putting the pressure on the fish rather than the angler's back during a long grind from the deep.
The Cagayan Deep
Cagayan is famous for its dramatic drop-offs and powerful marine currents, where the Pacific meets the South China Sea. It’s notorious for holding massive deep-sea species, but it fiercely tests an angler's technical ability. Dr. Panlilio and the Ryoshi Pro Outfitters team clearly dialed in the perfect synergy of timing, heavy jigs, and premium equipment to unlock the deep here.
Kudos to Dr. Michael Panlilio on an incredible catch! Those rubies make for an amazing trophy—and an even better dinner.
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