EP72 Catamaran Sailboat Sport Fishing FT.Hugo MacLean
Sep 13, 2022
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Hugo MacLean, an experienced sailor with a passion for catamaran sailboat sport fishing, discusses his experiences crossing the ocean on a sailboat and fishing for Marlin. Topics include successful fishing trips in various locations, the impact of noise and motor size on fishing, challenges of sailing from Hawaii to New Zealand, and fun fishing adventures with Brian in places like Costa Rica and Cabo.
Hugo MacLean shares his experiences of fishing in the remote and stunning fishery of Wonganella Banks in Tonga, known for its abundance of marlin and unique underwater structure.
Sailboat fishing offers advantages such as fuel efficiency and maneuverability and allows for the exploration of different fishing grounds in various countries.
Deep dives
Sailing across the Pacific and fishing in remote locations
Hugo McLean, born in New Zealand and now residing in Hawaii, shares his adventure of sailing across the Pacific Ocean and exploring remote fishing spots. He recalls getting hooked on sport fishing after a marlin ate his live bait while fishing out of a small skiff in New Zealand. A few years later, he embarked on a journey with a sailboat, making stops in various countries and fishing along the way. Hugo discusses his experiences in Tonga, Fiji, and Hawaii, highlighting the fishing opportunities, challenges, and memorable moments.
The unique appeal of the Wonganella Banks in Tonga
During his travels, Hugo had the opportunity to fish at the Wonganella Banks in Tonga. He describes the area as a remote and stunning fishery, known for its abundance of blue and striped marlin. Hugo explains how the banks, consisting of a mud bank covered in black coral, attract an impressive number of marlin and baitfish. He shares his experiences of hooking multiple marlin in a day and witnessing large bait balls being attacked by marlin. Additionally, he discusses the unique underwater structure of the banks and the excitement of fishing in such pristine waters.
Crossing the Pacific Ocean and the challenges of sailing
Hugo details his extensive crossings across the Pacific Ocean, including a non-stop 3,200-mile journey from Hawaii to Fiji. He explains the unique proposition of sailboat fishing and the advantages it offered, such as fuel efficiency and maneuverability. Hugo recounts the challenges of navigating rough weather, encountering storms, and the importance of careful planning to ensure safe and successful crossings. He also reflects on the joy of sailing and the freedom it provided to explore different fishing grounds in various countries.
Fishing with Brian Anju and the appeal of Mag Bay
Hugo discusses his fishing experiences with Brian Anju and the crew on various boats. He highlights the thrill of fishing and the camaraderie on board. Hugo expresses his desire to fish in Mag Bay, another renowned fishing destination, and the excitement of catching striped marlin in that area. He also mentions the upcoming plans to participate in tournaments and continue fishing in different locations, emphasizing the unpredictability and adventure of the sport.
In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Hugo MacLean from New Zeeland, we talk about his experiences with all his crossing going to a whole bunch of islands in the pacific with his catamaran sailboat, and fishing from his catamaran sailboat.
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