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From Jan 01, 1999 To May 09, 2008
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Jan 23, 2005; 04:21PM - Ixtapa Zihuatanejo Sportfishing report 12/23/04 - 1/6/05
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Stan Lushinsky Susan Richards
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Author E-mail: ixtsptf@epix.net
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Report Description:
Our best wishes to all for a Very Happy New Year and our apologies for being out of touch for the past few weeks. A combination of internet failure and power outages here in the Northeast caused us to loose our ability to post our report so please accept this two week report to bring you the most current fishing conditions in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo.
The Offshore action was dominated by an excellent SAILFISH bite. Returning angler Rich Engle fishing aboard the Dos Hermanos 2 for 4 days over the holiday landed 13 SAILFISH ands 18 YELLOWTAIL JACKS. Captain Adolofo also fishing offshore for 4 days reported 15 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO. Captain Adolofo also fished 2 inshore days landing 5 ROOSTERFISH, 17 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 4 SPANISH MACKEREL. Retuning angler Ron Zweig fishing a long day with Captain TEMO found a nice school of YELLOWFIN TUNA landing 5 and loosing 5 other. Angler Marti Griffiths fishing 3 days aboard the Vamonos 3 landed 15 SAILFISH. Mr. Simon Pratt fishing aboard the Grand Jefe landed 4 SAILFISH and 2 TUNA in 2 days of fishing.
European angler Mr. Theunis fishing 8 days with Captain Candelerio on the Leydy landed 22 SAILFISH 1 DORADO, 31 BONITO and a very rare 18 LB PACIFIC BLACK SNOOK. Texas angler Connie Graham fishing aboard the Dos Hermanos 1 landed 7 SAILFISH in one day. Captain Adolofo fishing with New Hampshire angler Tom Davis, the winner of the first annual I/Z total tag & release tournament landed 12 SAILFISH in two days. Captain Jose Vargas of the LA Bamba reported 5 SAILOFISH for client Dave Tuxbury in two days of fishing a 5 SAILFISH for Client, Walt Smith in one offshore day. Angler Mike Anderson fishing aboard the super panga Michelle landed 15 SAILFISH in 4 days of fishing. European angler Jean Chapman fishing aboard the Janeth landed 15 YELLOWTAIL JACKS, 20 BONITOS and 20 NEEDLEFISH in 5 days of inshore fishing. Angler Paul Frank fishing with captain Temo on the Secuestro managed 12 ROOSTERFISH, 9 SAILFISH 3 YELLOWTAIN JACKS and 1 SPANISH MACKEREL in 4 days of fishing. Captain Alex on the Grand Jefe reported 2 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO with Antinio Vazquez of Mexico city. Returning angler Doug Finney fishing with Captain Alex landed 6 SAILFISH on New year's eve. New Hampshire angler Tom Hillabrand fishing on the4 Grand Jefe started the New Year by Landing 4 SAILFISH in two offshore days. The blue water is close but the action is 18 - 25 miles offshore Inshore, live bait has been a problem aquiring.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo weather: Low humidity, calm
Sea Conditions: Calm
Bait supply: Fair
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
Susan Richards
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Jan 23, 2005; 08:29AM - First TImers Rejoice
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
Zihuatanejo, Mainland Mexico
The 80 degree blue water is less than a mile off the beach, and the gamefish have come in with the water. Most captains are working an area from 5 to 8 miles from the entrance to Zihuatanejo Bay, with none going any further than 13 miles. The boats are averaging about 8 raised fish a day. The conventional gear anglers are releasing an average of 4 sailfish a day, with the fly fishermen getting at least one and sometimes two a day.
Several boats this week have released 7 fish a day. Santiago on the panga “Gitana” released 7 fish two days running with client Bill Grey of South Carolina. Santiago has, over this last 6 days, released 30 sailfish total.
Baja on the Fly client Derek Fasio hooked and released his first sailfish on the fly, as well as Tom Burns of Boston.
Dorado are still scarce, and only being taken while trolling sailfish gear. The tuna have moved out to the 35 mile mark.
Baja on the Fly report by Ed Kunze
Water temperature 80 - 84
Air temperature 75 - 82
Humidity 83%
Wind: SW 6 mph
Conditions: T-Storms
Visibility 10 miles
Sunrise 7:19 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:35 p.m. CST
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Jan 15, 2005; 01:21PM - Sails Slower Dorado Better
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
Zihuatanejo, Mainland Mexico
The 80 degree blue water is just off the beach a couple of miles, and the inshore water is clear and clean. The fishing for sailfish has slowed down a bit over the last week. Most boats going out are raising 3 to 4 a day, but only hooking one or two.
However, a lot of boats are taking some 30 to 45 pound dorado. All the dorado are being caught as an 'incidental catch' while trolling for sailfish. Plus the yellowfin tuna have been making a strong showing this week. It is good to see the dorado and tuna back. I have had fresh fish for dinner 4 nights this week. The tuna have been located at the 16 mile mark, and some of them are huge. The majority of the tuna are going about 60 pounds, but the panga Paola did boat a 250 pond fish.
The strong roosterfish and jack crevalle bite has finally slowed down to a normal winter time pace. Only one or two fish per day are being taken per boat.
Ed Kunze
Baja on the Fly report by Ed Kunze
Water temperature 80 - 84
Air temperature 75 - 87
Humidity 66%
Wind: WSW 8 mph
Conditions: Scattered Clouds
Visibility 10 miles
Sunrise 7:19 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:31 p.m. CST
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Jan 10, 2005; 06:44PM - Not Winter Here
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
Zihuatanejo, Mainland Mexico
I have been reflecting on how we have very calm seas here in Mexico from October through June, compared to what’s happening off the coasts of the U.S. the last few weeks. Plus the fishing is good. Calm seas and good fishing is a hard combination to beat.
The blue water is close and a lot of sailfish are being caught. There are not too many dorado or tuna, but a few blue marlin are starting to show. Client Bob Nelson released his first fly-caught sailfish while fishing with Capt. Martin on the panga “Isamar.” It was the first time he had ever had a flyrod in his hands, and was a little more than impressed about the experience. Also fly-fishing with Capt. Martin for one day was Tom Marshal of Idaho and John Wilkinson of Ohio. They hooked three sails and had raised 8.
Conventional gear fishermen Rick Erdman and his son fished three days on the “Gitana II” with Capt. Adan. They released a total of 12 sailfish.
Capt. Adolpho of the panga “Dos Hermanos,” and his compadre Arturo of the panga “Janneth,” made the 30 mile run to Papanoa for roosters. Normally at this time of the year the roosters start to thin out a bit, but they each hooked at least 8 and 8 jack crevalle. The roosters were averaging about 35 pounds, and the hard-fighting jacks were about 15 pounds. The fish were taken on slow trolled live bait or surface poppers.
Baja on the Fly report by Ed Kunze
Water temperature 80 - 84
Air temperature 75 - 86
Humidity 66%
Wind: 9 mph from the WSW
Conditions: Scattered Clouds
Visibility 10 miles
Sunrise 7:18 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:26 p.m. CST
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Dec 11, 2004; 02:08PM - Sails and Tales Final Report
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
ZIHUATANEJO, MAINLAND MEXICO
IN GENERAL: The blue water remains close, but it has been influenced by a cooler current. The water temperatures have dropped at least 4 degrees and slowed the sailfish bite.
At the beginning of the week, we wound up the Baja on the Fly Sails and Tales fly-fishing tournament. On the last day (12/6), every boat had hookups, but most fish were lost. Several boats were raising between 6 and 8 fish each, but getting the hook set proved to be another situation. For the complete results, go to
http://www.bajafly.com/sailsandtales/2004SATresults.htm
Towards the end of the week, due to the cooler water, the conventional gear fishermen are now only averaging about 1 or 2 fish per boat per day.
The action will definitely pick up later this week as conditions stabilize and new fish come into the area.
The cooler water has brought in the tuna however, with the big blue marlin never far behind. Some large tuna to 180 pounds have been taken at the 22 mile mark, with a lot of smaller yellowfin in as close as 4-miles off the beach.
The hot roosterfish bite has also been affected by the cooler current. Things have slowed considerably for Adolpho on the “Dos Hermanos” with only 4 roosters caught yesterday (Fri.) That is a considerable reduction when you consider he had one day last week with 18 roosters.
However, Adolpho did tell me this morning the huge jacks have moved in, and he is getting several a day from 18- to 25-pounds.
Water Temperature 80-84
Air Temperature 77-89
Humidity 94%
Wind Calm
Conditions: Scattered Clouds 8,000 ft
Visibility 6 miles
Sunrise 7:06 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:12 p.m. CST
Dec. 11, New; Dec. 18, First Quarter; Dec. 26, Full; Jan. 3, Last Quarter.
Baja on the Fly's Zihuatanejo report by Ed Kunze
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Nov 27, 2004; 12:38PM - Guatemala, Zihuatanejo Sails Sizzle
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
ZIHUATANEJO, MAINLAND MEXICO
IN GENERAL: The 80 degree blue water is still just off the beach and the fishing for sailfish this last week has been excellent. This should slow down a bit with the first few days of the new week, and then pick up again as the full moon declines.
Most boats are raising 7 to 9 fish a day and averaging about three released fish on conventional gear. First time fly-fishing client, John Mienstra of New Jersey, fished with me and Captain Mecate on the “Aqua Azul.” We raised 8 fish. I was able to tease four to the boat, and John hooked three. Unfortunately, he made most of the beginner’s mistakes – like after setting the hook, he continued holding onto the line while the fish was trying to run, etc. But, he did manage to release one fish.
Dorado are definitely around, but are mostly incidental catches as we troll for the sails. The boats are averaging about one dorado a day each.
The inshore action is still holding up for roosters and jacks, with a few sierra thrown in.
Our Sails and Tails Sailfish on the Fly Tournament will begin on the 3rd and it should put our participants right in the thick of the bite.
Water Temperature 80-83
Air Temperature 77-89
Humidity 66%
Wind WSW 8 mph
Conditions: Clear
Visibility 6 miles
Sunrise 6:58 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:09 p.m. CST
Dec. 4, Last Quarter; Dec. 11, New; Dec. 18, First Quarter; Dec. 26, Full.
Baja on the Fly's Zihuatanejo report by Ed Kunze
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Nov 20, 2004; 02:03PM - Zihuatanejo Sailfish Close and Hungry
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
Ed Kunze reported in by telephone this morning since his computer crashed. Here is his abbreviated report; as predicted, this week produced some excellent sailfish opportunities and the good news is they are very close to the beach. Only a short two miles and you are in the thick of things. Boats are averaging half-dozen shots a day.
Water Temperature 80-83
Air Temperature 77-87
Humidity 66%
Wind WSW 6 mph
Conditions: Scattered Clouds
Visibility 6 miles
Sunrise 6:59 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:09 p.m. CST
Nov. 26, Full; Dec. 4, Last Quarter; Dec. 11, New, Dec. 18, First Quarter;
Baja on the Fly's Zihuatanejo report by Ed Kunze
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Nov 6, 2004; 12:57PM - B;uewater at 18 miles
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
IN GENERAL: The 82º blue water has moved out this week and slowed the offshore fishing considerably. Yesterday (Fri.), fishing with Martin on the panga “Isamar,” Andrew Veit and his wife from Denver and I found the blue water at 18 miles. At 21 miles, we only raised two fish all day, but I got one to come to the boat. It was Andrew's first time for sailfish on the fly, and even though he had to make two tries for the sail, he was able to get a hookup. The sailfish did a few spectacular leaps, and was on for almost two minutes before it threw the hook for a long release.
Talking to Captain Margarito on the radio through the course of the day, he picked up two sails at the 18 miles mark and very late in the day, another two at 26 miles. He told me the 26 mile area was holding a tremendous amount of fish, but he had to head back before he had a chance to fish it well. His fish were taken on conventional gear, but I am heading directly to the 26 mile mark today with Baja on the Fly fly-fishing client Jimmy Evans and Captain Chiquis on the “Intrza.”
The great roosterfish action and inshore for jack crevalle and sierras is still holding up.
Water Temperature 80-83
Air Temperature 77-89
Humidity 89%
Wind WSW 4 mph
Conditions: Scattered Clouds
Visibility 10 miles
Sunrise 6:46 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:11 p.m. CST
Nov. 12, New; Nov. 18, First Quarter; Nov. 26, Full; Dec. 4, Last Quarter.
Baja on the Fly's Zihuatanejo report by Ed Kunze
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Nov 1, 2004; 03:37PM - Ixtapa ZIhuatanejo Sportfishing Report 10/22/04 to 10/28/04
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Susan Richards/Stan Lushinsky
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Author E-mail: ixtsptf@epix.net
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Report Description:
A solid week of good weather and a slight upswing in angling activity set the stage for a good start to this year's fall fishing season. Most of the boats have gone through their annual maintenance schedules and are ready to go. Newest addition to our fleet, The Sirena with captain Alex posted some very good numbers for this week. Alaska angler Larry Bravo who was a die-hard Cabo fan, Landed 2 big SAILFISH 1 DORADO, 5 BONITOS and a monster WAHOO in day offshore aboard the SIRENA. Mexico City anglers Ruben and Arturo Meneses also fishing aboard the Sirena landed 4 SAILFISH,
(2 released ) and 1 big DORADO in 5 hours of fishing. Sandy Thompson from London England also fishing with Captain Alex 4 SAILFISH ( 2 released ) 1 DORADO, 2 BINOTOS and 2 YELLOWTAIL Jacks in on 5 hour period and still had time left in her day to enjoy some great snorkeling and a fresh fish barbque at Ixtapa Island. Returning anglers Vernon Tull fishing aboard the Janeth landed 2 SAILFISH, 1 WAHOO, 4 BONITOS and 5 BIG EYE JACKS in three days of fishing. Captain Adolofo Espinosa
Found a nice school of Roosterfish near Petitland and landed 6 ROOSTERS in one inshore day. Captain Ruben on the Vamonos 1 reports a 2 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO Day and the crew aboard the Vamonos 2 reports 7 SAILFISH and 2 DORADOS in 4 days of fishing. The fishing has certainly picked-up over the past few weeks and barring any unforeseen weather occurrences this year's Ixtapa Zihuatanejo Total Tag & Release tournament should be action packed. Interested anglers are encouraged to contact our office for last minute availability and details. Finally, our ground contact, Able Cortez reported a very special visitor to Zihuataenjo Bay this week - A very friendly Sea Lion which was the attraction for Many locals as well as tourists. The Sea Lion found many people willing to pass out free meals throughout the week and stayed around to enjoy the feast.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo weather: Gentle breezes temps in the high 80's
Sea Condition: Calm
Bait Supply: Excellent
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
Susan Richards
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Oct 30, 2004; 04:14PM - Great weather and love in the air
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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Author E-mail: bajafly@bajafly.com
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Report Description:
ZIHUATANEJO, MAINLAND MEXICO
IN GENERAL: What’s that song, “Seems Like Old Times?” Roosters, sails, tuna, great weather and love in the air. Nate and Carmen Gills on their honeymoon from North Carolina caught six roosters on poppers yesterday (10/29). Wait until they tell their grandchildren that one in about 40 years.
Other than that remarkable achievement by Nate and Carmen, things were pretty much business as usual. The 82º blue water remains close, 20- to 25-pound dorado are being frisky and the boats are averaging somewhere around 2.5 sailfish a day. Top it off with a smattering of yellowfin tuna and it all spells Zihuatanejo (which sometimes isn’t easy to spell.)
Oh, almost forgot, sierra mackerel (aka as ceviche on the hoof) are in great schools and as close to a sure thing as there is when saltwater fly fishing. Wire tippet? You bet!
Water Temperature 80-83
Air Temperature 80-84
Humidity 89%
Wind Calm
Conditions: Scattered Clouds 25,000 ft
Visibility 10 miles
Sunrise 7:44 a.m. CDT
Sunset 7:14 p.m. CDT
Nov. 4, Last Quarter; Nov. 12, New, Nov. 18, First Quarter; Nov. 26, Full.
Baja on the Fly's Zihuatanejo report by Ed Kunze
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