David Ide

Reporting from Bimini, Bahamas!

We knew of a great yellow eye snapper spot, so we decided to go deep dropping in 830 ft of water. We fished with two electric 130 LP reels, 15 hooks per reel. It took aprx. three minutes to hit bottom, and it was a instant bite. We averaged 8 fish per drop. We reached our limit in no time at all.

Fish Species: Yellow Eye Snapper
Bait Used: bonito
Tackle Used: 130 LP electric reels
Method Used: deep dropping
Water Depth: 830 ft
Water Temperature: 78 degress
Wind Direction:
Wind Speed: 5-10 knots





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David Ide

About The Author: Captain David Ide

Company: Lady Pamela Sportfishing

Area Reporting: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Bio: My name is Captain David and I run the largest fishing fleet of professional sportfishing captains in the state. I always say we have the best crew in the industry because of our hard work ethic and passion for fishing including conservation of our oceans. Join me or one of our crew as we chase trophy Mahi, Sailfish, Tuna, Sharks, Wahoo and much more!

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