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Boatguy
I have an 18' Grady and have been out there on the bigwater numerous times. As in the other responses weather is the key. I have been out as far as 40 miles southeast of Block Island and 30 miles south of Montauk. Likewise it is important to know your fuel consumption. Last year we caught 3 bluefin and two makos. Good luck , Outlaw

 

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Boatguy
Another option may be to trailer the boat to Mass. Many tuna (bluefin) are caught on and around
Stellwagon. This is only 12 miles out of Scituate.Fished there last year for cod , saw plenty of whales , porpoise etc and the tuna fleet was there as well. The fishing is within sight of Race pt / Provincetown. Most are anchored and fishing bait but there are those fishing for schoolies and trolling. Outlaw

 

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Doca3
Last year we managed to boat three small blufin within sight of Block Island to the east in the mudhole. We also caught numerous bonita as well.
We are fortunate to have a few 30# class trolling outfits along with a couple of 50#'s. All you really need for these bluefin are rods that most would use for stripers. With outriggers I am able to troll seven rods in an 18cc. Use any of the small tuna lures. We did our best on small jet heads and cedar plugs. 5-7 knots or so. Remember not to kill the engine if you hook up.....wait for more strikes. Last make sure you get a recreational tuna permit. Outlaw