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Wahoo trolling runs faster than typical mahi spreads—weighted bullet heads, horse ballyhoo, and wire leaders behind planers or downriggers cover water quickly. Captains tune speed when sea conditions allow. Strikes feel like lightning; hooks must be razor sharp.
Sources: NOAA Fisheries · Visit Ocean City · U.S. Coast Guard
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
