Recommended Tackle


Fishing Rods & Reel


What Type of Fishing Rods & Reels

Small Tuna

Spinning rods and reels or baitcasters will work fine.

Large Tuna

Larger, heavier spinning rods and baitcasters.

How Heavy Should They Be

Small Tuna

Medium to Medium-Heavy Action Rods and Reels

Large Tuna

Heavy Action Rods and Reels


Fishing Line


Mono or braid will work just fine for tuna.

Can range from 20 to over 100 pound line depending on the size of tuna and you may need a leader from 50 to more than 100 pound flourocarbon.

There are so many different types of tuna.  As they get bigger, you need some serious gear.