Who Is Gary Teraoka

I am a aerospace engineer with a passion for San Diego Long Range style fishing.  This season I have several trips planned on long range boats that range from 3 to 5 days in the summer and a couple of 10 day trips in the fall/winter.  I am on the pro staff for Accurate Reels and Izorline products.

I am a equipment fanatic and am constantly trying to improve on the rod/reel/line combinations for specific applications.  I will pass on to you my thoughts on the combinations that I use.  I am also currently testing a new alternative mono to spectra connection design.  My latest connection system involves using nail knots, made from small diameter spectra, which takes the place of crimps or serves.  The unique feature of my latest connection system is what I do to the mono under the spectra.  I am currently in the process of testing this system.  I will be posting directions on how to install this connection system.  The primary application is for big mono (over 100#) however I do have a version of this system for small line (40#) that would be ideal for the long cast, 100 yd soak style fishing at Guadalupe Island that can yield 100# YFT.  My system is very economical as it costs about 4 cents a connector.