The chunks left and center are how most people strip out small rockfish for bait.A far more productive method is to take off the whole filet, including the tail. Then trim away the ribs, point the end and hook on near the end one time only coming from the meatside through the skin.

Scale down the gear size and fish a 40# flourocarbon dropper off the main line with about a 3/0 hook and watch your catch rate soar. The lighter tackle and attractive flutter of some well-trimmed tail will prove irresistible!!!

Good Luck and Good Fishing