One thing certain is that if your options are limited by an impending tropical cyclone, to be stuck in a location that is yielding consistent albeit slow scratching on 70 - 100# yellowfin tuna, 25# yellowtail, a few dorado, and a few wahoo is not all that bad. In fact, all things considered we have been extremely fortunate thus far. That said, I have to say that the green light to hit the road mid afternoon was received with delight as we all have had our fill of this style of fishing for now. One of the huge attractions of a October ten day voyage is the incredible fishing variety offered by the mobility of our vessels and vast area we are able to access. With that ability restored, we are on our way seeking a higher caliber of action anywhere on the inside continuing the quest for tuna, wahoo, and dorado tomorrow. Aside from a bomber southerly swell, the near zero wind conditions made for a gentle, easy motion barely noticeable to anglers who took the late afternoon off lounging and relaxing in conversation with new and old friends.

I have to say that my rather high velocity nature was straining with the constraints of the situation probably, no, definitely more than anyone, so I presently feel like freed Willy heading for the prospect of greener pastures anywhere on our bow. As I have mentioned in the past, it is a true fisherman's nature to be convinced that there is something better out there about ninety eight percent of the time. We will certainly find out in this case as we have three full days of prospecting remaining on the inside. Man does it feel good to be on the move.

One last note I have to mention is that those wily albacore indeed did make another showing out to the west of San Diego as predicted. How about that. It is a great time of year to fish offshore although the windows of opportunity are usually limited by occasional sloppy weather, but more so access, as the local guys need anglers to get out there and go fishing. There have been some great scores on albies over the past four days so if you have the time you have a good opportunity right now.

Finally, our photos of the day feature anglers Dave Povey and Hank Mendoza with a couple of seventy five pound class Alijos yellowfin. Hank in particular was on fire today with three big yellowtail in a row and a three or four tuna for his efforts. Look for our report from the inside tomorrow. Have a fine day.

Tim

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