Fishing Report for Wk of 11 04 07 for Master Baiter's Sportfishing and Tackle
Written by: Stan Gabruk
This week Marina Vallarta is all a Buzz with the upcoming Pez Vela Torneo or Tournament to us English Speaking types. As is usual at this time of the year, the Sailfish are running in six packs out there and this year I'm expecting a spectacular Tournament!
But not only are the Sailfish "in town", Black Marlin, Yellowfin Monsters and Mahi Mahi have been what people are talking about this week!
The hot spot has been just off the point at Punta Mita. There are so many large Dorado's or Mahi Mahi out there that the focus for other hot spots has turned to this area. Not only Mahi Mahi, Sailfish (which are everywhere), Roosters of nice size, and even Black Marlin are being boated less than ten miles off the point. This area has turned into one of the most reliable fishing locations we have here with no end in sight.
The Bank or El Banco is still a little fickle. The Yellowfin are out there, but again this week the mystery bait is grabbing their attention. The Yellowfin Tuna have also come in a little smaller in size this week. Many of the Captains are blaming the ever present Seiner Factory Ships for the smaller Tuna, and I understand after seeing them myself for so many of these past years.
Corbetena has been smoking hot a late. Black Marlin, Pargo, Dorado, Wahoo (that's right, I said Wahoo) and of course smaller Tuna. But with the same game fish in closer to shore, why burn the fuel?
The real place to be this week was smack in the middle of the Golden Triangle. The area from El Morro, to El Banco, then over to Corbetena, and back to El Morro is one of the most fertile areas to troll these days. Many Wahoo have been accidentally caught there as well. Many of the fish that have been boated have been on lures. Live bait these days is something you need to have, but you'll probably be glad you got a good selection of color along with you. Google Eyes with the skirt rigs are still working, but forget the kites right now.
Well, it looks like the fishing regulations are about to become enforced. This past week the navy has been checking boats for fish caught. It was hit and miss, but it's something to remember when considering fishing here. It started in Cabo and frankly, I think it's about time. I have a copy of the regulations scanned and in my computer, so if you'd like a copy fire me an email and I'll get one out to you.
One interesting thing in the Fishing Regulations is you are not allowed to filet your catch at the fishing grounds because it's against the law to do so. So don't think you'll get around the limit by filleting the fish and stuffing it in the cooler, won't work. If anything, it makes the ticket worse. I don't think they'll be enforced during the upcoming tournament, but then again, who knows. So keep an eye out and make sure you at least know what the regulations are so you don't learn them from a jail cell!
With the tournament coming up, there are still several beautiful boats available for the upcoming tournament. One thing that keeps our tournaments from filling up is the price of boats. It's normal for a charter boat to double its fee, covering the extended hours, fuel, labor cost, etc. This can run the completive angler upwards towards $13,000.00 usd with the entry fees! If you're interested in participating in the tournament, breath easy amigo, I've got options for you… I have several boats that will charge only the difference in fuel usage and extra bait. Three day prices for great boats start at: $2,800 usd and will go up to a max or $4,500.00 usd on a 38 ft. Lures Express. I have six boats in this price range waiting to win you upwards of $300,000.00 usd in cash and prizes. So contact me if you're interested!
We've seen a real upturn in donations lately and we like to thank all those involved in painting the graffiti around town. If you see them, stop by and help! Carlos will appreciate it and Puerto Vallarta will thank you for it. Or come by the Marina Shop and see what you can do to help!
Until next week, don't forget to kiss your fish….
At Master Baiters Sportfishing and Tackle, we pride ourselfselves on being the Number 1 Sportfishing Charter Company in mainland Mexico. We have the best equipped and fastest boats in Puerto Vallarta. Our goal is to provide you the fishing experience of a lifetime at a price that won't be beat! Last year we boated more Marlin and Yellowfin Tuna over 300 pounds than we could keep track of.
We also have a wide selection of unique high quality Hats, T-Shirts, souvenirs and novelty items to surprise your friends and family back home with something truly unique as seen on Jay Leno, Conan and David Letterman and recently on CNN and FOX News, Thank you Southwest Airlines! We're also recommended in the 2007 Fodor's Travel Guide for Puerto Vallarta (Pg. 156), if you're a travel agent this is impressive since you can't buy advertisement with them. All Master Baiter's stores are operated independently and separately.
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