DLM,
Exactly, use a the info given and apply a good dose of common sense.
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DLM
Not very scientific here but I go more by water color and clarity than anything.
Long lining could be anywhere from 65 to 150.
40 feet and below about 6 feet back if I am using ball trolls and about 15 if not.
Between surface and 40 I let the rigging trail back behind the boat until I cant see it and then hook to the release. Here is where the distance varies with water color and clarity.
If you are seeing schools then your boat is not frightening the fish and there is no reason for a long set back. Remember, if the fish are showing on the screen then they are already well behind the boat.
Take time before time takes you
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