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Hiding within Costa Rica’s deep waters is the Yellow Fin Tuna. This is a popular breed to chase -- with its long frame and high dorsal fins attracting the attention of every angler, golden gill rakers marking it as unique. Each season countless travelers venture into the Pacific to catch it.
They often do... but at a cost to their safety.
Without support from a charter service, like the Miss Behavin, anglers may find themselves overwhelmed.
Yellow Fin Tuna--weighing over four hundred pounds and extending over ninety-four inches--is a large breed. It boasts a muscular frame, with a strong tail and stronger jaw. This marks it as a deep-sea predator.
It also marks it as a fish that is difficult to catch -- especially when anglers make the attempt on their own.Â
Casual travelers may try to sail after the Yellow Fin Tuna, relying on basic tackle, assuming that simple lines will suffice. This is a mistake. These fish are prone to breaking lines, lures and reels. They are also powerful enough to pull inexperienced anglers from a boat, increasing the risk for injury.
It’s imperative, therefore, that individuals choose seasoned charter crews, like the one found on the Miss Behavin. These crews provide the necessary rigging, as well as stabilizing techniques, to ensure total safety. They can anticipate the Yellow Fin Tuna’s movements and then adapt to every need.
And this is necessary for a safe and successful trip.
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The Miss Behavin is a 32’ Irvin Forbes Express ship.
Speciality: Yellow Fin Tuna Specialist.Description: The Miss Behavin is a 32’ Irvin Forbes Express ship. It features a 420 HP Cat engine, capable of achieving a cruising speed of 30 knots. On-board are outriggers, downriggers and other assorted tackle.
Anglers: Up to four anglers can board the Miss Behavin.
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The Dorado is a favorite among anglers. Its ray-finned frame marks it as distinctive; its quick speeds brand it a challenge; and hunting this breed along the coast of Los Suenos is a pastime shared by many. Charter boats, like the R & J Proline, are forever sailing out to deep waters.
Bringing the right bait, however, is what makes those sailing trips successful.
Catching a Dorado requires more than a sturdy line and a patient hand. Instead anglers must choose the best available bait. There are live and artificial options to consider.
Live Bait
The Dorado is a carnivorous breed, prone to eat anything it can find. When trying to bait it, however, brilliantly-scaled fish (like the Ballyhoo, the Mullet or the Flying Fish) are recommended. These are more likely to catch the Dorado’s attention and lure it in.
Artificial Bait
Fresh bait is not always possible to find. The Dorado, however, is not difficult to please. Artificial bait will suffice, as long as it’s colorful. Bucktail jigs, Dolphin trollers and more will attract this fish. Utilize feathers, beads and bright knotting.
The Dorado is a carnivorous breed, prone to eat anything it can find. When trying to bait it, however, brilliantly-scaled fish (like the Ballyhoo, the Mullet or the Flying Fish) are recommended. These are more likely to catch the Dorado’s attention and lure it in.
Artificial Bait
Fresh bait is not always possible to find. The Dorado, however, is not difficult to please. Artificial bait will suffice, as long as it’s colorful. Bucktail jigs, Dolphin trollers and more will attract this fish. Utilize feathers, beads and bright knotting.
A successful Dorado trip requires two things: the right bait and the right charter service (like the R & J Proline). Discover both in Costa Rica.
Book an exclusive Dorado charter with the R & J Proline today.
The R & J Proline is a 34’ Proline ship.
Speciality: Dorado Specialist.Description: The R & J Proline is a 34’ Proline ship. It features Twin 320 Cat engines, allowing it to achieve a 30 knots cruising speed. On-board navigational equipment (such as GPS, Fish Finders and more) proves helpful during full or half day excursions.
Anglers: Up to four anglers can board the R & J Proline.
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Chumming is understood as a valuable deep-sea technique. Each year countless anglers board their charter ships--like the Dream Raiser--and toss carefully ground bait into the Pacific, hoping to tempt Costa Rica’s many fish to the surface.
And it works -- occasionally too well.
Chumming is the process of using fresh bait to lure fish near lines or netting. Sizable pieces are thrown into the water, releasing a scent trail that is almost impossible for Costa Rican breeds (like Marlins, Jack Crevalles and Mahi-Mahi) to deny.
There is a flaw in this idea.Â
When large pieces of chum are tossed from the sides of charter boats, like the Dream Raiser, they don’t serve as bait. Instead they become entire meals, with fish choosing to feed directly from them rather than snagging lines. Hooks are ignored and the chances for catching a deep-sea breed diminish greatly.
It’s imperative, therefore, that all anglers remember to limit the amount of chum they use. The pieces should be small and scattered throughout the day (rather than dropped into the water at once). A variety of baits should be used as well to target multiple breeds and increase overall numbers.Â
Chumming is a vital part of angling. It simply must be monitored.
Book an exclusive tour on the Dream Raiser to go deep-sea chumming today.
The Dream Raiser is a 35’ Cabo Express ship.
Speciality: Sport Fishing Specialist.Description: The Dream Raiser is a 35’ Cabo Express ship. It features Twin 3208 Cat engines. This provides a 435 HP potential and a cruising speed of 26 knots.Â
Anglers: Up to five anglers can board the Dream Raiser.
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Along the coast of Los Suenos there are many fish. None, however, manage to tempt--as well as frustrate--anglers more than Marlins. These creatures are premier ocean predators, with quick movements and spear-sharp jaws, their scales thorny-strong. They move through the deep currents, consuming everything in their path.Â
They are remarkably difficult to catch... especially when anglers choose the wrong types of tackle.
Chasing Marlin requires more than determination. Instead anglers--after securing a charter service, like the Barnacle II--must have the right tackle. This is a large breed. Basic equipment will not suffice. Instead these options are needed:
Marlin Designated Rod
Choose a rod that is meant for Marlin fishing. These pieces will include graphite cores, balanced reels and a sturdy construction.
Long Range Reel
The Marlin is not a docile breed. It will instead fight. A long range reel is needed to adapt to this, providing as much line as necessary to allow the fish to eventually tire itself out.
Sturdy Line
Marlins fight when captured, jumping and twisting for hours. Heavy line--whether wire-based or nylon--is, therefore, essential.Â
Choose a rod that is meant for Marlin fishing. These pieces will include graphite cores, balanced reels and a sturdy construction.
Long Range Reel
The Marlin is not a docile breed. It will instead fight. A long range reel is needed to adapt to this, providing as much line as necessary to allow the fish to eventually tire itself out.
Sturdy Line
Marlins fight when captured, jumping and twisting for hours. Heavy line--whether wire-based or nylon--is, therefore, essential.Â
Choose the best available tackle while hunting Marlins with a charter crew, like the Barnacle II. This is the only way to ensure a worthwhile experience.
Book an exclusive Marlin fishing tour with the Barnacle II today.
The Barnacle II is a 35’ Ocean ship.
Speciality: Sport-fishing Specialist, with an emphasis on Marlins and Sailfish.Â
Description: The Barnacle II is a convertible Ocean ship that spans 35’. It’s powered by twin diesel engines.
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Anglers: Up to five anglers can board the Barnacle II.
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In-shore fishing, as the name implies, is centered close to the coast. It relies on light tackle or spinning lure techniques to search the shelf waters. Charter services, like the Good Day Too, provide anglers with access to a variety of fish without having to venture into deep currents.
The most common Costa Rica breeds found in-shore are:
Roosterfish
The Roosterfish is aptly named. Along its dorsal fin seven spikes rise, resembling the comb of a rooster. This lean fish--measuring over five feet in length and weighing an average of twenty pounds--is noted for its speed.
Grouper
The Grouper is a powerful creature, with a wide frame and gaping mouth. Its unique gills allow it to effortlessly capture prey, sucking them in from a distance. It is not a quick fish, but it does prove difficult to catch due to its strength. Size and weight will vary.
Spanish MackerelÂ
The Spanish Mackerel is a ray-boned fish, gently a gently curving spine and a spiny dorsal fin. It boasts a compact size, measuring an average length of fourteen inches and weighing up to eleven pounds. Its colors are striking, making it a favorite to catch.
The Roosterfish is aptly named. Along its dorsal fin seven spikes rise, resembling the comb of a rooster. This lean fish--measuring over five feet in length and weighing an average of twenty pounds--is noted for its speed.
Grouper
The Grouper is a powerful creature, with a wide frame and gaping mouth. Its unique gills allow it to effortlessly capture prey, sucking them in from a distance. It is not a quick fish, but it does prove difficult to catch due to its strength. Size and weight will vary.
Spanish MackerelÂ
The Spanish Mackerel is a ray-boned fish, gently a gently curving spine and a spiny dorsal fin. It boasts a compact size, measuring an average length of fourteen inches and weighing up to eleven pounds. Its colors are striking, making it a favorite to catch.
In-shore fishing in Costa Rica is as easy as it is exciting. Charter a ship, like the Good Day Too, and discover what’s waiting just beneath the surface.
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The Good Day Too is a 36’ Hatteras.
Speciality: Off-shore and In-shore Fishing Specialist.Description: The Good Day Too is a 36’ Hatteras. It features Twin 430 HP Cummins engines, which allow it to achieve a 24 knots cruise speed. It also offers a wide selection of conventional, light and fly fishing tackles.
Anglers: Up to six anglers can board the Good Day Too.
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