Outriggers, downriggers, spreader bars and kites are permitted to be used provided that the actual fishing line is attached to the or other release device, either directly or with some other material. The leader or double line may not be connected to the release mechanism either directly or with the use of a connecting device.
Spreader bars are also acceptable when used strictly as a teaser.
Daisy chains, birds, floats and similar devices may only be used if they do not unfairly hamper or inhibit the normal swimming or fighting ability of the fish, thereby giving the angler or crew an unfair advantage in fighting, landing or boating the fish. A safety line may be attached to the rod provided that it does not in any way assist the angler in fighting the fish. With the current records being split into two category there are now a few vacant records which we can fish for this season. Please check the records on the internet site. The following angling rules have been formulated by the International Game Fish Association to promote ethical and sporting angling practices, to establish uniform regulations for the compilation of world game fish records, and to provide basic angling guidelines for use in fishing tournaments and any other group angling activities.