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    Cod Fishing Above the Arctic Circle

    Complaining about handlining in 4 small Cod Roccus? Be happy you were not one of those Portuguese Dory fisherman hauling in the setlines by hand!!!:ROFLMAO: Seriously, that Cod sashimi does look very interesting and delicious. The cut is so thin that the fish is literally translucent. What kind...
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    Captain's Table - Scup Bonanza

    After several weeks of very warm weather, Tuesday morning’s NW breeze made it feel just a bit like early fall, a welcome change. One thing is certain; it lit quite a spark under the local Porgy population on the east side of Gardiners. I had Russell and his NJ Porgy fanatics join me for their...
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    Post your 2019-2025 Fluke Pix & Trip Reports Here!

    Although catching keeper Fluke can often be challenging, especially this season, it never happens unless the Capt. has the skill to put you over the fish. Kudos, Pete, for my second trip in a row with a limit aboard the Leprechaun. :D
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    Magnolia pier.

    Excellent tip and the exact way that Leprechain has been doing it for all the years we have fished together, Really does a fine job of preserving the flavor.
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    First time

    Introducing a child to the sport we love so much is the best day of fishing in the world!! Way to go, Hunter.
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    New Dark Matter Rod

    So, let's assume you have 2 anglers with the exact same set up, rod, reel, line, hooks, bait, etc. Who will catch more fish consistently, the guy who does the gentle hookset or the "swing for the fences" folks? I am inclined to believe it is a lot like which lure catches the best...typically the...
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    Captain's Table - Montauk this week

    I too have been fishing on LI for over 60 years, and I agree with your comments completely. We have seen some very good examples of correctly managed fisheries rebounding while others have collapsed, in part, due to bad decisions or completely ignoring the science that is available. I think...
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    Post your 2019-2025 Fluke Pix & Trip Reports Here!

    No doubt an extra oily fish stirp will slay them every time. Whenever we are fortunate enough to catch a Bluefish or Mackerel while Fluke fishing those are stripped immediately. Send the rig to the bottom and it seems like the fish are lining up to commit suicide! Using the Salmon strips from...
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    New Dark Matter Rod

    I realize I will probably jinx myself with this comment but here goes. Over the many decades I have been fishing and using my "patented grand slam swing" hookset I have never broken a blank using that technique. Maybe some other dumb things have cost me a rod or two but not that one. In any...
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    Post your 2019-2025 Fluke Pix & Trip Reports Here!

    Enjoyed an absolutely spectacular weather day off Montauk yesterday with my long-term regulars, Matt, Jenn, Chef Nader, and his friend Will. With the challenges we all face this Fluke season it was good to have one of my most experienced crews aboard. Started off on the flood tide on my...
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    Captain's Table - Montauk Again

    Enjoyed an absolutely spectacular weather day off Montauk yesterday with my long-term regulars, Matt, Jenn, Chef Nader, and his friend Will. With the challenges we all face this Fluke season it was good to have one of my most experienced crews aboard. Started off on the flood tide on my...
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    Weaks have been saving my late summer

    That's a nice Weakfish, Perqua. As you noted anything that can swallow a live snapper is going home for dinner! Ironically, while Weakfish are soothing your late season Fluke woes, the last good Weakfish run we enjoyed in the Peconics had saved my spring Fluke trips for the 5-year period...
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    Post your 2019-2025 Fluke Pix & Trip Reports Here!

    Thanks for a terrific trip, Pete. This season has pushed the hard-core Fluke fisherman to the point of madness, but our patience and persistence was indeed rewarded today!
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    2026 Flukes

    Excellent job, Rocco! During a season where most anglers have struggled a lot to find keeper Fluke, you still have the touch!!
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    Post your 2019-2025 Fluke Pix & Trip Reports Here!

    I do set the bar for myself pretty high each trip. Also, I must tip my cap to you Mitch as the 23" Fluke from your own trip yesterday beat anything we put in the box. Perseverance still pays off!!
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