The BB Buoy marks the southernmost of the classic east-of-Chatham grounds. It tends to be underfished relative to the closer spots, but it can pay off, tuna migrating up from the water south of Martha’s Vineyard move through this area, so it is worth a look when the fish are shifting.
The ground
Deeper water south of the elbow, holding bait and traveling bluefin. Because it is off the beaten path, you may have it to yourself.
How to fish it
Troll to locate traveling fish and jig the marks. Think of it as an option when the fish are moving between the southern grounds and the Cape.
Tip Keep the BB Buoy in mind as the season shifts. When the bite south of the Vineyard tails off, fish move, and this underfished southern mark can be holding them before anyone else notices.