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From Jan 01, 1999 To May 09, 2008
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Jan 27, 2006; 04:22PM - Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Sportfishing report 1-12-06 to 1-19-06
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Stan Lushinsky
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Author E-mail: ixtsptf@epix.net
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Report Description:
The onset of the full moon caused a decline in the SAILFISH bite but our captains are still reporting good sea conditions with lots of bait in the area. Delaware angler Mr Walker, fishing aboard the Bloody Hook with Captain Chiro for 2 days of offshore fishing landed 7 SAILFISH and lost 1 Marlin. Captain Chrio also reported a 2 SAILFISH day for angler Mr McKee and a 4 SAILFISH day for angler Mr Pex. Captain Jose on the La Bamba posted a 1 SAILFISH 1 DORADO day for New York angler Joe Calandra and 5 SAILFISH and 2 DORADO in 2 days for angler Mr Donnelly. Mr Calandra also spent 1 inshore day with Captain Adolofo landing 2 ROOSTERFISH and 7 YELLOWTAIL JACKS. Captain Jose finished the week with a single SAILFISH for angler Mr Adams. Returning angler Bob Biagi fishing aboard the Gran Jefe with Captain Luis landed 6 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO, 10 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 30 BONITOS in 3 days of fishing. Eurpoean angler Mr Canieri fishing 3 days offshore with Captain Adolofo landed 5 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO. Mr Phil Massimino's group fishing 2 days in Puerto Vincentee Guerrero on the super pangas, Gran Jefe, Janeth, Secuestro and Dos Hermanos 2 Reported 6 SAILFISH, 6 DORADOS, 2 ROOSTERFISH, 1 CHULA, 1 SPANISH MACKEREL and 57 BONITO on Light tackle. Pennsylvania angler Larry Slachta fishing aboard the Secuestro landed 2 SAILFISH in one offshore day. Captain Candelerio fishing with European angler Mr. Soulassol reported 2 SAILFISH, 3 DORADOS, 1 ROOSTERFISH and 12 YELLOWTAIL JACKS in 3 days of fishing. Captain Francisco aboard the Marianana reported 4 SAILFISH and 25 BONITOS in 5 DAYS. The blue water is within 5 miles however the affect of the full moon was felt last week. With the passing of the moon activity is expected to increase once again.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo weather.: Sunny Mild temps in the high 80's
Sea Conditions: Calm
Bait Supply: Good
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
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Jan 21, 2006; 02:09PM - BIg Moon Blues
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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:
Even though the 80º blue water is only four miles off the beach, most boats averaged only one or two sailfish a day. Fly-fishers had it even rougher, with only about one decent shot a day. But, the fish are here, and I fully expect things to change 100% next week.
A very notable couple of days were posted by Santiago on the panga “Gitana.” Bill Gray and his wife, from South Carolina, fished two days with Santiago and released 10 sailfish.
Four of our better inshore pangas made the 40 mile run south to Papanoa. Staying down there, they hammered the water for three days and only had two roosterfish for their efforts. It is safe to say the roosters have left the area, and probably will not be back until May.
Adolpho, on the panga Dos “Hermanos” fished about 12 miles north of Zihuatanejo, catching 27 large jack crevalle and five sierra for two days of fishing. Adolpho told me it is an ideal situation for the fly-fisher. The jacks are slamming the popper teaser all the way back to the boat. His blue water effort for three days produced five sailfish and one dorado.
Ed Kunze, Zihuatanejo
Water temperature 80 - 84
Air temperature 77 - 87
Humidity 66%
Wind S 4 mph
Conditions: Clear
Visibility 8 miles
Sunrise 7:19 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:34 p.m. CST
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Jan 15, 2006; 09:11AM - An Outstanding Week
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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:
We have really enjoyed an outstanding week. The 80º blue water is almost on the beach, and the sailfish action has been great. Almost every boat in the fleet was averaging 8 to 10 sailfish raised a day. This gives a lot of shots to the fly fisherman, producing at least two to three hooked fish a day.
Conventional gear fishermen are getting a per boat average of 3 to 4 sailfish a day, with some boats getting 7 or 8. The blue marlin are still coming in at about 3 a day for the 25 boat fleet. Dorado have been sporadic. Some days they are here in abundance, with some boats getting 4 or 5 of the fish averaging about 25 to 30 pounds, and then they are gone for a day or two.
The Yellowfin tuna are breezing in and out now. But, they are very skittish. With the fish crashing the surface, and the birds diving on the baits, we slowly move in on the school, only to have them sink into the depths. The tuna action should pick up considerably this next week or two.
Some notable catches:
Arturo on the panga Janeth made the 45 mile run to Papanoa to fish virgin waters, and found 2 roosterfish of almost 45 pounds, and 6 large jack Crevalle to 25 pounds. He then fished with fly fishing client Clay Danenhower of Bellingham WA and got several jacks on the fly at the white rocks.
Randy Lueth of Indiana got two sailfish on the fly, which we tagged and released. Plus, I also guided Natale Chiaudani of Italy for two days. On the fly, he hooked 5 sails and a striped marlin.
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Jan 15, 2006; 04:01AM - Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Sportfishing Report 1-5-06 to 1-11-06
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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:
The red hot offshore bite continues in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo led by some wide openSAILFISH activity. Florida angler Mike Visocki fishing aboard the Dos Hermanos 2 landed 35 SAILFISH in 6 days offshore Captain Cheva also posted a 3 SAILFISH day for angler Lee Southhall. Captain Adolofo Espinosa on the Dos Hermanos fishing 6 days with angler Mr Stuart, landed 23 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO, 4 WAHOO, 1 PAMPANO and 2 ROOSTERFISH. Captain Adolofo also took Angler Tod Fazekas to the Puerto Vincentee Guerrero area for 1 day of inshore fishing which saw Mr Fazekas Land 2 Big ROOSTERFISH to 70 Lbs and lost two others. Mr Fazekas also fished 4 days with Captain Luis on the Gran Jefe, transferrring 18 SAILFISH to the fly Landing 2. Mr Fazekas also posted 1 BLUE MARLIN, 2 DORADO as well as non stop light tackle fly action on big schools of Bonitos. Captain Chrio aboard the Bloody Hook posted a 4 SAILFISH day and an 8 SAILFISH day for Delaware anglers Mr Walker and his brother. Captain Chiro also posted a 4 SAILFISH , 1 DORADO day for returning angler Tracy Stoick and a 2 SAILFISH day for Anglers Jim and Jim Clancy Jr.. Captain Arturo on the Janeth Reported landing 5 SAILFISH, 35 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 1 AMBERJACK for Mr Dawson who fished a total of 3 days. Captain Arturo also reported 1 SAILFISH for fly angler Larry Cowles of the Silver Bow Fly Shop. Long Island Angler Joe Calandra fishing aboard the La Bamba with Captain Jose landed 5 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO on his first day offshore. Captain Jose also reported a 2 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO day for angler Mr Smith. Captain Candelerio on the Leydy reported 5 SAILFISH for French Angler Mr Theunis in two days and 2 SAILFISH, 2 YELLOWFIN TUNA, 5 SPANISH MACKERELS, 11 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 1 ROOSTERFISH in 5 days with angler Mr Hollmann. Captain Luis Salas on the Marea Azul posted a 4 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO day for Angler Mr Dittbrender. Captain Efraine reported a 6 SAILFISH day for returning angler Mr Jim Paulk. The super panga ' Angler ' reported landing 9 SAILFISH, loosing 11 Others as well as an estimate 250 lb Blue Marlin in 3 days of fishing The blue water is within a mile of the beach and the action last week was by dfar the most consistent of the season so far. The Inshore fishery has largely not received much fishing pressure because of the red hot offshore bite.
Ixtapa ZIhuatanejo Weather: Sunny Beautiful days Calm winds
Sea COnditions: Calm
Bait Supply: Good
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky |
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Jan 10, 2006; 04:26PM - Ixtapa / Zihuatanejo Sportfishing report 12-29-05 to 1-4-06
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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:
A significant increase in the SAILFISH bite offshore was experienced by anglers in the Ixtapa ZIhuatanejo area last week. Leading angler for the week was returning angler Mr Theunis from France who fished with Captain Candelerio aboard the Leydy. Mr Theunis fished 5 days landing 23 SAILFISH, 2 BLUE MARLIN, 8 Dorados and 25 BONITOS and MACKERELS. Single best day was produced by Captain Adolofo on the Dos Hermanos 1 with Mr Art Petroff who landed 8 SAILFISH on his first day offshore. Captain Adolofo also led angler Paul Joyce to 4 SAILFISH in one day. Captain Chiro on the 35' Bertram, Bloody Hook, posted a 4 SAILFISH 2 DORADO day for angler Richard Cambria. Captain Chiro also reported a 5 SAILFISH one day performance with angler Paul Joyce . Mr Jim Clancy and 9 year old son Jimmy also fishing 2 days with Captain Chiro landed 7 SAILFISH 2 STRIPED MARLIN along with some small game. Captain Chico Garcia on the Llamarada fishing with angler Mr Ross landed 3 SAILFISH in one day. Captain Jose on the La Bamba reported landing 3 SAILFISH and 2 BIG DORADOS in one day for angler Mr. Shirley and then reported another 3 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO day for angler Mr. Walt Smith. r Erin Mcgragor's group fising aboard the Vamonos 2 and Vamonos 3 for 1 days landed a total of 11 SAILFISH. Very little inshore fishing was done because of the hot offshore bite. The blue water is within 5 miles.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo weather: Sunny, mild temps in the upper 80's
Sea COnditions: Calm
Bait supply: Good
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
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Jan 7, 2006; 01:08PM - Striped Marlin Too!!
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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:
The 80º blue water is just outside Zihuatanejo Bay and the fishing has been excellent. Most of the action is coming from the 12- to 15-mile mark on a 210º heading. We are getting lots of sailfish, dorado, blue marlin, and striped marlin. Actually, the striped marlin are somewhat unique for this area, but this last week has seen a bunch of them taken.
Some notable catches were made by Adolpho on the panga “Dos Hermanos” this week. Offshore, he had a one day total of eight sailfish releases. He then took the 45 mile run south to Papanoa and got four roosterfish and 15 large jack crevalle. Yesterday (1/6) he went 35 miles north and got four roosters and 31 of the large jacks.
Rick Erdman and his wife, annual clients of Santiago on the panga “Gitana,” fished three days. They released 10 sailfish and caught an additional three striped marlin. Plus, another 70 year old client from Chicago fished yesterday (Friday) with Santiago. They were back at the dock before noon. The client was worn out with four sailfish and a striped marlin.
John Ring of Lodi, Calif., fished with me one day, tagging and releasing his first sailfish on the fly. And his 11 year old son David also released his first sailfish when we did a bait and switch drop back using a 20-pound spin outfit with a circle hook. David fought the fish alone the entire 30 minutes it took to get the sail to the boat for a photo and release.
The dorado are averaging one or two to a boat per day, and about 25- to 30-pounds. The fleet is averaging two to three blue marlin a day
Ed Kunze, Zihuatanejo
Water temperature 80 - 84
Air temperature 73 - 84
Humidity 66%
Wind SSW 6 mph
Conditions: Clear
Visibility 8 miles
Sunrise 7:18 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:26 p.m. CST
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Jan 2, 2006; 10:26PM - Ixtapa Zihuatanejo SPortfishing report 12-22-05 to 12-28-05
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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:
A mix of Marlin, Sailfish, and Dorado greeted holiday anglers last week in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo. Captain Temo on the Secuestro fishing 7 days with European angler Mr Lagarriuqe landed 10 SAILFISH, 7 DORADO and 10 BONITOS. Returning angler from France, Mr Theunis fishing 3 days aboard the Leydy with Captain Candelerio landing 7 SAILFISH, 1 MARLIN, and 3 DORADOS. European Angler, Mr Methlin fishing 4 days aboard the Gran Jefe, landed 8 SAILFISH, 1 ROOSTERFISH, 1 DORADO, 15 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 10 BONITOS. Wisconsin angler Mr David Watkins, fishing two days with Captain Jose on the La Bamba landed 2 SAILFISH and 2 DORADOS and then fished an additional day with Captain Javier on the Marlin Azul landed 2 DORADO and released 2 STRIPED MARLIN. Captain Jose on the La Bamba also led Alaska angler Kelli Shirley to 2 SAILFISH on her first day offshore. Captain Arturo Landa on the Janeth reported 9 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO, 40 YELLOWTAIL JACKS, and 10 BONITOS in 4 days with angler Mr Pelassot. Angler Hank Zavisiak also fishing with Captain Arturo landed 2 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO in one day. Captain Artruo fishing one inshore day with Angler Mr Brand landed 9 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 4 BONITOS. Boston Angler Richard Cambria fly fishing 2 days aboard the ' BLoody Hook ' with captain Chiro landed 1 SAILFISH and 1 MARLIN and also fished 2 days aboard the Gran Jefe landed 7 DORADOS, 10 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 2 BONITOS. Captain Luis also reported a 2 SAILFISH, 1 DORADO day with his client from Canada. Angler Pat Prentice also fishing aboard the BLoody Hook landed 1 SAILFISH on his first day offshore. Captain Chiro led returning angler Fred Goldberg to some Light tackle fun landing 25 Bonitos and 1 DORADO in 1 day of fishing. The blue water is within 5 miles of shore and our captains are reporting good Dorado and SAILFISH action near shore as well as slightly offshore. Captain Adolofo on the Dos Hermanos fishing with French angler Mr Misseri two days inshore landed 13 ROOSTERFISH to 70 lbs at Puerto Vincentee Guerrero along with 11 DORADOS to 55 LBS. Fishing 3 days offshore Mr Misseri landed 16 SAILFISH.
OUR BEST WISHES TO ALL FOR A HAPPY AND HELATHY NEW YEAR!
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
Susan Richards
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Jan 2, 2006; 10:24PM - Ixtapa Zihuatanejo Sportfishing Report 12/15/05 - 12/21/05
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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:
Offshore continues to lead the way but later in the week some very good catches of Big roosterfish were reported.
Captain Luis on the Gran Jefe posted the best Single day with Angler Mr O'Berto landing 4 SAILFISH on conventional tackle while other members of Mr Oberto's group fishing with Captain Temo on the Secuestro raised 2 SAILFISH to the fly but landed none. Captain Temo managed 2 SAILFISH, 2 YELLOWTAIL JACKS, and 2 SPANISH MACKEREL in 2 days of fishing with European angler Mr Funinier and 3 SAILFISH in one day with European Angler Mr Lagarrique. Captain Luis on the Gran Jefe also posted 5 SAILFISH and 2 DORADOS in 2 days of fishing. Returning anlger Mr. Morrision fishing offshore with Captain Cheva on the Dos Hermanos 2 landed 2 SAILFISH in one day and then moved inshore with Captain Adolofo for his last day of fishing. Mr Morrision made the long run to PUERTO VINCENTEE GUERRERO and was rewarded with wide open ROOSTERFISHING landing 11 ROOSTERS and 3 JACKS. Not be be outdone, French Angler Mr Misseri, also fishing the Puerto Vincentee Guerrero area with Captain Adolofo landed 12 ROOSTERFISH ( to 70 LBS ) and 9 YELLOWTAIL JACKS in one day of fishing. Captain Arturo Landa on the Janeth reported good Yellowtail Jack action landing 8 with Chicago angler Fred Aigner and 15 with French angler Mr Pelassot. Illinois angler's Mr Morrow's group landed 4 SAILFISH in one day with Captain Chiro on the new 35' Bertram ' Bloody Hook ', and 2 SAILFISH in one day aboard the Vamonos 3. Angler Tami Martin landed 2 SAILFISH in one day while fishing aboard the La Bamba with Captain Jose.
SPECIAL NOTE: Our new operation in Puerto Vincentee Guerrero has been featured in the January 2006 Issue of SALTWATER SPORTSMAN MAGAZINE Pages 90 through 94 authored by Mr Ray Rychnovsky. Anglers interested in exploring this exceptional angling option are encouraged to contact our office for pricing and available dates.
Our best wishes to all for a Happy and Safe Holiday season !!!
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo weather: Sunny with temps in the 90's
Sea Conditions: Calm
Bait Supply: Good
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
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Jan 2, 2006; 10:22PM - Ixtapa Zihuatanejo Sportfishing Rpeort 12-9-05 - 12-15-05
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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:
The fall/winter season continues to pick up steam as the SAILFISH bite led the offshore action. Inshore the beigning of the week was red hot with small game and the Roosterfish arrived toward the end of the week. Captain Chiro on his new 35' Bertram the ' Bloody Hook ' ran his first charters for the season with Anglers Michael Mcdowell and Jean Farley who landed 5 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO in two days of fishing. Included in the 5 SAILFISH was Mrs. Farley's 135 lb SAILFISH which is our largest of the season so far. Captain CHiro who had previously worked aboard the Vamonos 3, work diligently this summer to refurbish the 35' Bertram and has recently added a complete line of 30 and 50 Two speed Shimano outfits. Anglers who are interested in fishing with Captain Chiro aboard the 'Bloody Hook' are encouraged to contact our office for available dates. Mrs. Farley and Mr. Mcdowell also fish at night with Captain Luis on the Grand Jefe, landing a cooler full of small game includiung Red Snapper, Big Eye and Grouper. Texas Angler Terri Covington, fishing aboard the La Bamba landed 2 SAILFISH on her first day offshore. First Time Colorado Angler Larry Loveland, posted the single best offshore day landing 5 SAILFISH aboard the Gran Jefe. Montana Angler Dan Helterline fishing a combination of 4 Days aboard the Dos Hermanos 2 and Gran Jefe, landed 5 SAILFISH on Conventional tackle , 2 SAILFISH on the fly ( raising 5 others ) as well as 2 ROOSTERFISH and 2 BONITOS. Also fishing with Captain Luis was returning angler Harrell Minzenmayer who landed 1 SAILFISH and lost 6 others while using only lures. European anglers Mr Kuhn & Geiregat fishing 5 days aboard the Leydy landed 10 SAILFISH, 2 DORADO, 30 SPANISH MACKEREL, 14 YELLOWTAIL JACKS and 20 BONITOS. Also from Europe Mr Fumenier fishing 3 days with Captain Temo on the Secuestro landed 2 SAILFISH, 8 YELLOWTAIL JACKS, 35 SPANISH MACKEREL and 2 CHULAS. California Angler John Benbow, fishing aboard the Llamarada with Captain CHico, landed 2 SAILFISH in one day offshore. Returning Fly angler from Chicago, Mr Fred Aigner fihsing aboard the Janeth with Captian Arturo raised 8 SAILS in two days. Washing state angler Chris Morrision fishing 14 days aboard the Dos Hermanos 1 & 2 landed 5 SAILFISH, 2 DORADO, 23 YELLOWTAIL JACKS, 52 SPANISH Mackerel and 3 CHULAS. The blue water is within 8 miles and the inshore action continues to improve with the Roosterfish grounds near Puerto Vincentee Guerrero being the best bet.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo weather: Sunny with tmeps in the 90's
Sea Conditions: Calm
Bait Supply: Good
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
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Dec 31, 2005; 01:38PM - Fly Fisher Action Great
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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:
Fishing has been very good this last week. The 82º blue water is at the entrance to Zihuatanejo Bay. I actually observed two free-swimming sailfish, and a hooked and leaping dorado of about 40 pounds, less than 200 yards from the bay's mouth.
Each boat has been averaging two to three sailfish a day, plus two 25- to 30-pound dorado. Plus, the fleet is averaging between two and three blue marlin a day. However, due to the fact the fleet is geared up for the sailfish and dorado, there have numerous other marlin lost. The average marlin strike is about one fish per three boats.
Some notable catches this week were with Martin on the panga “Isamar.” Phil and Wendy Sollecito fished for two days, releasing six sailfish, a large dorado, and a small blue marlin of about 125 pounds. Bob Nelson from San Clemente, Calif., is an annual client of Martin's and also fished two days. Bob released five sailfish and took two nice dorado.
Adolpho, on the panga “Dos Hermanos,” had a great day catching the large dorado with 10.
Fly-fishers are getting a lot of shots at the sailfish, and even a couple of dorado. Fishing with me guiding and Captain Felipe on the panga “Yellowfin,” Fred Miller of Denver had three sailfish on the fly. I also did a drop back with a live bait for his son-in-law, and he tagged and released his first sailfish. The bait and switch was done using a spinning rod, 5-feet of 100# test leader, a circle hook, and the spinning reel filled with 20 pound line.Ed Kunze, Zihuatanejo
Water temperature 80 - 84
Air temperature 77 - 86
Humidity 66%
Wind W 8 mph
Conditions: Clear
Visibility 8 miles
Sunrise 7:16 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:22 p.m. CST
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