Took a run out to the 60 on a pleasant 1x9 August day.
The last couple trips out we spotted Spades, but couldn’t get them to bite. This time we brought some “eatin shrimp” to entice them. We also had squid.
The day started off with us catching a juvenile Cobia; maybe two feet long. I thought it was a Remora at first, but on closer inspection the brown and white stripes and that catfish mouth was a dead give away. Over the course of the day we caught two more, about the same size 26 inches. After pics, it was back in the drink to (hopefully) see them again when they get bigger.
We hooked 6 Spades, five of which busted our tackle. Note to self: tie better knots, use stronger leaders. The one we brought into the boat was 20 inches, and made a for a nice dinner.
Plenty of usual suspects were to be had; ringtail porgies and kelp bass. We also caught a genuine Remora that was also about two feet long.
As we were getting ready to leave I spotted a fluorescent green spot near the boat. Thinking it was a Mahi, I cast towards it, and my line began to run. I reeled it in, and realized I had hooked a trolling lure. We brought it into the boat only to realize a King Mackerel was still attached to it. While we were deciding how to tie the line down the fish took off and nearly sliced my buddies’ finger off. Fortunately we had a first aid kit on the boat. A crazy way to end an exciting day.
A note to the kids who took their alumacraft Jon boat out to troll the 60 using a patio umbrella for shade; I want you on my side when the ■■■■ hits the fan.