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Eging is a specialized technique for targeting squid and cuttlefish in the Strait of Gibraltar’s surface and mid-water layers. Anglers use “egi” lures—shrimp‐style jigs with aerodynamic bodies and silicone skirts—to mimic natural prey. Eging delivers fast action, superb bite sensitivity, and top results at dusk and during night when cephalopods feed near lights.
Rod & reel: Eging‐specific rods, medium‐light action (2.0–5.0 g), 2.1–2.4 m long, matched to 2500–3000‐size spinning reels, mid‐high gear ratio (5.2:1–6.2:1) for precise casts.
Egi lures:
Sizes 2.5, 3.0, 3.5 (7–12 g).
Natural shrimp hues and fluorescent tones for low‐visibility water.
Internal weights and anti‐tangle skirts.
Line & leader: 10–15 lb braided mainline for sensitivity; 15–20 lb nylon or thin fluorocarbon leader for stealth.
Cast: Aim egi near rock edges, reefs, or buoy lights.
Controlled fall: Let the jig drop without retrieve, feeling the light touch of a squid.
Hopping motion: Use short, sharp wrist snaps to lift the egi 20–30 cm, then let it fall freely.
Slow retrieve: Reel with 2–3 sec pauses after each hop—many strikes occur during the pause.
Hook‐set & retrieve: On feel of weight, reel steadily, keeping tension to secure the catch and avoid ink release.
Night sessions: Peak from 30 min after sunset until midnight, leveraging boat or dock lights.
Upwelling zones: Fish near capes and breakwaters where squid feed on baitfish.
Color selection: Use natural egi in clear water; fluorescent in rough or murky conditions.
