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Sailfishing continuing to heat up on Fort Lauderdale coast.
2008-01-19 12:00:35
Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Saltwater Fishing Report
near and off shore waters
Sailfishing has really turned on this past week. Yesterday we had my good friends and repeat customers Ryan, Michelle and their friend Joe. We pulled live bally hoos around in 160-200 feet of water. We hooked up almost immediately on a sail which in turned threw the hook at us. Within minutes we had a triple header on. Michelle battled hers on 20# spinning tackle and did awesome. This was her first sail and we were all very excited for her. Joe also caught his first sailfish and also did a great job. Ryan pulled his in as well. Three out of four his pretty good sailfishing. We also managed two mahi mahi and then picked at the bottom fish which included tilefish and snappers. Call us today to catch your first sailfish at 954 522 4773. Ask for capt. Mike
Fish Species: Sailfish, mahi mahi, tilefish and snapper
Bait Used: live ballyhoo
Tackle Used: 20 and 30 pound conventional and spin
Method Used: slow trolling
Water Depth: 150-240
Water Temperature: 81
Wind Direction: ne
Wind Speed: 10
About The Author: Captain Mike Johnson
Company: Local Knowledge
Area Reporting: Southeast Florida - Fort Lauderdale
Bio: Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale Capt. Mike Johnson has lifetime of experience on local waters. A charter fisherman since 1994, Mike obtained his captains license in 1996. He has several tournament wins under his belt in both the Bahamas and Florida’s east coast. He recently purchased a 42’ Hatteras, The Local Knowledge, which is in charter at the Bahia Mar Radisson Marina, located in Fort Lauderdale. Capt. Mike aims to make sure that charters not only catch fish but have a great time doing it. Nobody likes a grumpy crew!
954-471-8560
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