Lots of great info here. Juls is spot on, one hand on the throttle at all times. I'm also a fan of four blade props to stay "hooked up" and think they are more responsive so if you hit the throttle you can get bow lift quicker. One thing I would add, if you are on big water and fishing way offshore, trust your gut. If that voice inside your head is telling you "maybe we should head in, it's getting rough" listen to that voice, pull the rods and head in. Don't wait. Been there, was lucky to get home. Trust your gut.
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