State of Sportfishing - Billfish Group EP76 Captain of Blue Sky FT. Jay Weaver
Oct 11, 2022
Captain of the Blue Sky, Jay Weaver, discusses his fishing journey from Venezuela to the Pacific, the excitement of catching a quad while sailfishing, the differences between fishing in Costa Rica and the East Coast, and the use of sonar technology in fishing. Also shares recent fishing trips and a COVID-19 test incident.
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Venezuela Fishing Experience
- Jay Weaver recounts his experiences fishing in Venezuela, describing the excellent mixed-bag fishing and luxurious treatment.
- He mentions fishing with Jimmy Grant and observing large tuna, though he never hooked one himself.
Caribbean Fishing Trip
- Jay Weaver tells a story about a long fishing trip that included the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and Turks and Caicos.
- He notes the good yellowfin tuna, dolphin, and wahoo fishing, but mentioned that the Turks and Caicos leg was less productive than expected.
Sailfishing Strategy
- When sailfishing, try to anticipate the direction the fish are moving.
- Position your boat ahead of the school, rather than chasing behind, to maximize catches.