Larry or any other seasoned Tarpon Fly Angler.....
What is the preferred drag setting on very big Tarpon with a fly reel? After the strip set and on initial strike/runs/jumps how tight should drag be on a fly reel using a F/I line, 12 ft leader with 80# shock...I know there's no exact amount but what is a general rule of thumb for hooking and keeping fish pinned in the first few minutes of chaos?? Obviously after the first wave of chaos I can tighten down a bit and put some heat on them...
Thoughts anyone?? Thanks!