Capt. Mark DeBlasio of Blue Runner from Point Pleasant reported sharks were brutal during his last trip offshore, but they managed to work around them for a good catch, while adding lots of dolphin.
Capt. Ron Santee didn’t see any improvement in Sunday’s fluking from his Fishermen out of Atlantic Highlands. Check with him before coming down the next two days since the weather forecast is marginal due to east winds at 10-15 knots pplus gusts to 20.
A Rhode Island state record tautog of 22 pounds, 5.28 ounces was boated recently by Vinny Simms Jr. while fishing with Capt. Robert Kerry Taylor of Newport Sportfishing Charters.
Capt. Mark DeBlasio of Blue Runner from Point Pleasant got offshore again and eventually found the bigeye tuna he was looking for as his party managed to get each one in the box.
Capt. Ron Santee didn’t like yesterday’s swell as he fished for fluke with his Fishermen from Atlantic Highlands, but he was impressed with the “tropical” looking waters as some fluke were picked up to a pool winner at 5.8 pounds. Fluking remained poor today though a 7-pounder made one angler very happy.
The offshore tournament season in NY/NJ Bight has concluded except for one being planned by the Beborah Hospital Foundation . Call lenny at 732 351-8363 for details.
The Manasquan River Marlin & Tuna Club’s Offshore Open was the last contest on the Jersey Shore, and it ended with exciting bigeye tuna catches. Great Escape II weighed a 206.6-pounder to edge out a206.1 on Blue Runner and a 200.2 on The Right Place. Override had a 71.8-pound albacore to win the longfin division. White marlin fishing remained excellent for those who concentrated on them as Big Deal won with 14 releases.
The final report from the MidAtlantic was 761 white marlin released plus 7 weighed. There were 24 blue marlin releases plus 2 weighed. Other species over minimum sizes were 21 tuna, 11 wahoo and 18 dolphin.
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The marine forecast is for south winds at 5-10 knots.
There are only a few days a year when virtually everyone remembers where they were when an major event occurred– and the World Trade Cennter attack is one of them.
I had joined Capt. Bob Pisano for a giant tuna attempt on a wreck located not very far from the city even though we had to beat our way out in a gusty northwest wind. We weren’t fishing very long before there was word on the marine radio about a plane hitting the World Trade Tower We assumed that must be a small plane, and had no concept of what had actually happened because the northwester was blowing the smoke close to the ground. Pisano didn’t feel right about continuing to fish, but we never saw any smoke almost until returning to Belmar.
A small craft advisory is up in NY/NJ Bight, but drops to 10-15 knots east in the morning.
Vinny D’Anton reports small blues are back in the Monmouth County surf — and a cobia was spotted there.
The Viking Fleet from Montauk reported another great extended trip which provided a boat limit of yellowfin tuna that were primarily caught by jigging.
Meanwhile, the white marlin canyon bite continues as the Viking 82 demo boat released an amazing 64 white marlin during an overnighter.
A small craft advisory is up in NY/NJ Bight for northeast winds from 15-20 knots plus higher gusts.
NYC Capt. John McMurray says yesterday’s yellowfin tuna bite to the east was red hot as they pushed bunkers to the surface. Jigs did the job on tuna that were almost all over 80 pounds — though they surprisingly wouldn’t hit poppers.
Betty & Nick’s Fishing Club at Seaside Park had some good news for surfcasters as there was a bite of blues and fluke on SP Minnows — an dictation that the mullet run is on!
Unfortunately. a small craft advisory is up through tomorrow afternoon. Tomorrow starts with northeast winds at 15-20 knots plus gusts to 25 in NY/NJ Bight.
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Crazy Alberto making a comeback
After a scary start, there’s much better news now from Crazy Alberto Knie as per his followiing update:
“UPDATE:
Following a lengthy ICU stay after a massive heart attack with added complications, I’ve been discharged, but I am still facing high risks. I am wearing a cardioverter defibrillator – 24/7, and it is a constant reminder of the challenges ahead, but your overwhelming prayers and good vibes have been a major source of strength. I’m grateful for your prayers and kindness – they’re helping my weak heart grow stronger and ready for the next procedures! I am also adhering to strict medications and doctors’ orders.
With that, I am humbled. I am a fighter and believe in the power of prayers and the mighty God.
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Capt. Ron Santee reported the best fluke fishing of the year so far on his Fishermen from Atlantic Highlands. There were many double limits with several 4-5-pounders plus a 6-pound pool fluke.
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The forecast in NY/NJ Bight is for northeast winds at 15 knots plus gusts to 20. Small craft warnings go up Tuesday and extend to Wednesday afternoon.
Capt. Ron Santee found poor drifting conditions today for his Fishermen from Atlantic Highlands, but kept picking away as some fares had two or three keepers and a 6-pound fluke topped the catch. He’s expecting better conditions tomorrow.
The International Hall of Fame (IGFA) 2025 class being installed tody tonight includes veteran Islamorada skipper Richard Stanczyk.
“Captain Richard Stanczyk began his career operating a 40-foot sportfishing boat out of Miami Beach, Florida. In 1978, he purchased Bud N’ Mary’s Marina in Islamorada and turned the marina into a world-renowned fishing destination. Bud N’ Mary’s has attracted actors, athletes, business tycoons, and some of the world’s top anglers to explore what has been dubbed the “Sportfishing Capital of the World.”
Richard is an authority on all facets of saltwater fishing, from backcountry to deep-sea adventures. In 1985, he guided angler Vic Gaspeny to a 14-pound, 6-ounce Atlantic bonefish, setting the 12-pound tippet class IGFA World Record at the time. Richard is also known for pioneering the daytime swordfish fishery off the Florida Keys, a method that has been adopted by anglers worldwide. His legacy continues through his family, with his sons, Rick and Nick, carrying on the Bud N’ Mary’s tradition as respected charter captains.
Capt. Ron Santee said today’s fluking on his Fishermen from Atlantic Highlands started out well with several 4-7-pounders being boated before the south wind started cranking. The pool winner scaled 7.3 pounds.
Sunday’s forecast in MY/NJ Bight iis for west winds at 10 knots which switches to the desired northwest in the afternoon. Showers are likely;
Vinny D’Anton reports that bluefish returned to the Monmouth County surf a few days ago, but stripers remain very scarce.
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