Pisces Fleet Weekly update from May 23-29, 2025
Catch success rate 93.10%
Billfish 59.77% Dorado 35.63%, Other 16.09%, Tuna 40.23%, Wahoo 13.79%, Roosterfish 2.30%
What a week. Not only was a 256-pound Blue Marlin caught, but there were also numerous Wahoo, including five that weighed up to 50 pounds and three or four that weighed up to 80 pounds, an almost unheard-of occurrence in the past. The Striped Marlin were too plentiful to count. Most boats were catching at least two, and many were catching up to seven, eight, or nine each day. And of course, there were many other species, Roosterfish and bottom fish. You name it, and the captains can probably find it for you. It’s time to come to Cabo and experience these unique fishing opportunities.
Clay Forbes and Erin Singleton from Georgia chose the “ADRIANA,” a 28-foot Uniflite run by Captain Frank and Mate Arturo, to fish for Roosters. They headed straight to the Pueblo Bonito, where they caught five Roosterfish weighing up to 11.5 pounds and were thrilled to have them. The waters were calm, the sun was shining, and the Roosterfish put up a good fight, making for an exciting and memorable fishing experience.
Bryce Rowland chose the “TRACY ANN,” a 31-foot Bertram, with Captain Julio Castro and Mate Mario Juarez Ballyhood to fish for marlin. He walked off the boat with a smile on his face after a successful day of catching and releasing five Striped Marlin weighing up to 130 pounds on bait at the Herradura and the 95 Spots. The experienced captain and mate, long-time crew members of the Pisces fleet, were just as pleased as Bryce with the successful day.
On the “LISTO,” a 48-foot Viking with Captain Raymon and Mate Kiury in charge, Ray from California caught a super-sized, 80-pound Wahoo on a Rapala at the 1150. This was the largest Wahoo to date, and Ray was one proud angler!
On the “KARINA,” a 30-foot Bertram, the fish-loving Captain Bruce and Mate Jorge welcomed Eric L. Weborg Jr. aboard their boat, amidst their enjoyment of Eric catching and releasing three approximately 100 to 120-pound Striped Marlin on lure and baitat the 1150 Spot. Being the sole angler, he wound up having an enjoyable day!
From Scottsdale, Arizona, Jackson Kilburg, William Kilburg, and Zachary Kilburg . They felt fortunate that they had chosen the Bill Collector II, a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge run by Captain Juan Carlos and Mate Cuateas they had a fun-filled day catching a variety of fish from the Sea that Ray Cannon spoke so highly of. They caught and released a 70-pound Striped Marlin on a Ballyhoo outside the Herradura, a Dorado on feathers, and 14 Yellowfin Tuna on feathers, bait, and a Rapala outside the Herradura. The fish were eating everything they put in the water.
“RUTHLESS,” a 31-foot Bertram run by Captain Beto Lira and Mate Chuy Romero, took their anglers, James Dunce, Steve Hickman, Thu Garbin, and Thui Hickman, from Plano, Texas, to the Herradura where they caught eleven Yellowfin Tuna on bait and feathers. The day was perfect: sunny skies, calm waters, and no wind.
Saturday, May 24, 2025 Skies: Clear
Seas: Calm
Wave Ht.: 4/5 FT
WIND 15/25 MPH
Water Temp: 77 F
Air Temp: 76/86F
The “RIPPER,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, Captain Abel and Mate Ninja took their couple, Matt Jones and Sarah Jones from Torrance, California, to search for marlin. Not only did they catch marlin, but they also released three of them, ranging from 90 to 110 pounds, on bait at the 1150 Spot. Additionally, they caught a giant 65-pound Wahoo on a Rapala in the same vicinity. This is fishing at its finest when you have an excellent crew and equally good anglers!
Captain Ray Winkler and Mate Chava welcomed Adam Mooney, Nathan Resnick, and Valeria Soto aboard the “LA BRISA,” a 31-foot Bertram. They took off to the Herradura where the anglers had a wonderful day fighting a Dorado on feathers, ten Yellowfin Tuna in the 15 to 20-pound range on lures and feathers, and a worthy 49-pound Wahoo on a yellow and white lure outside the Herradura. What a perfect day! Good fishing, great friends, and an outstanding crew!
Kurt Hoins, fishing solo on the “BBII,” a 37-foot Viking Billfish 2018, with the very experienced Captain Hector and Mates Hector, Gil, and Lalo, caught and released seven 120-pound Striped Marlin on Ballyhoo at the 1150 Spot. It was a long day, but he was one happy angler!
The winners of the brass ring this week were Alejandro Zamudio, Aker Zamudio, Santiago Alvarez, Santiago Zamudio, Stellan Deutsch, and Tad Deutsch from Laredo, Texas. They chartered the “LA CHINGONA 2,” a 64-foot Viking, with Captain Miguel and Mates Lobo and Juan, for a leisurely fishing trip where they headed to the 1150 Spot. There, the anglers caught and released eight Striped Marlin weighing up to 150 pounds, and eight Yellowfin Tuna to 15 pounds on bait at the Herradura. And what a day they had had! When you have one of the best captains, you can bet your day will be an interesting and successful one.
| Sunday, May 25, 2025, Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 7 MPH Water Temp: F Air Temp: 78-79 F |
On the “KARINA,“ a 30-foot Bertram, the fish-loving, experienced Captain Orlando Murillo and Mate Jorge took their group, Andrew Nguyen, Aristotle Pham, Daniel Nguyen, Peter Luong, and Timmy Pham, from Garden Grove, California, to the Herradura where they caught and released fifteen Dorado, and eight Yellowfin Tuna all on bait and feathers. They enjoyed the busy, fun day! The Pisces fleet, known for its experienced captains and successful fishing trips, once again proved to be the best producers.
Richard Wedel and Walker Wedel, from Wynnewood, Oklahoma, chartered the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge run by Captain Niko and Mate Erick, caught two 80 to 100-pound Silky Shark and two Jack Cravelle at the 1150 Spot and the Herradura. They were thrilled with the excitement of catching the two Silky Shark, which they had never caught before.
Captain Beto Lira and Mate Chuy Romero are two fun-loving, fish-catching crew members in the Pisces fleet on the “RUTHLESS,” a 31-foot Bertram. They were pleased to welcome aboard a group from Castle Rock, Colorado, Caden Bunker, Connor Bunker, Niki Bunker, and Vince Bunker, who also loved to catch (and release) eighteen Yellowfin Tuna on bait and feathers at the Herradura. Before they left the boat, they had all become fast friends.
| Monday, May 26,2025 Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 7 MPH Water Temp: 76-80 F Air Temp: 79-80 F |
Abigail Keeler, Amy Keeler, Gary Szarek, Robert Keeler, Shauna Szarek, and Zoey Campbell chartered the “RUTHLESS,” a 31-foot Bertram run by Captain Beto Lira and Mate Gerardo Rodriguez. They ran to the Herradura where the anglers caught one 100-pound Striped Marlin on caballito, two Dorado on feathers, three 25-pound Yellowfin Tuna on bait and feathers, and two 40 to 45-pound Wahoo on a Rapala and bait. It sounds like there was an exciting blend of teamwork and skill among them all.
A 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, known as the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” run by Captain Lopez and Mate Martinez took guests, Amanda Perrish, Andrew Kahn, Austin Teague, David Monk, Taylor Beck, and Victoria Bang to the 1150 Spot where they caught and released four 60 to 120-pound Striped Marlin on Ballyhoo.
| Tuesday, May 27, 2025, Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 10 MPH Water Temp: 75-77 F Air Temp: 73.77 F |
The “LA BRISA,” a 31-foot Bertram, managed by the very experienced Captain Ray Winkler and Mate Jesus Winkler took their New Mexico guests, Eleazar Torres, Michael Silva, and Richard Ayala, 21 miles to the Del Cerro where they caught two 18-pound Dorado on bait and lures and a prize-worthy they caught 74.5-pound Wahoo on bait 18 miles to the del Cerro! They could not have been happier! A Wahoo that size is tough to catch, so the group wore smiles that completely covered their faces.
When the Texans, Andrew Estrada, Jacob Estrada, Lilliana Nguyen, and Ty Henkel chartered the “Tres Amigos,” a 27-foot Panga out of Santa Maria, owned by Captain Francisco. They outdid themselves when they caught A at 256-pound Blue Marlin the entrance to Cabo Sol on a Ballyhoo and then topped it off with six Roosterfish up to 20 pounds in front of the Pedregal. What a successful, rewarding day! Congratulations to the Texans and the“Tres Amigos.” 256-pound Blue Marlin Whenthe Texans, Andrew Estrada, Jacob Estrada, Lilliana Nguyen, and Ty Henkel chartered the “Tres Amigos,” a 27-foot Panga out of Santa Maria, owned by Captain Francisco. They outdid themselves when they caught a at the entrance to Cabo Sol on a Ballyhoo and then topped it off with six Roosterfish up to 20 pounds in front of the Pedregal. What a successful, rewarding day! Congratulations to the Texans and the“Tres Amigos.”
“KNOT WORKIN,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, with Captain Abraham at the Helm and Mate Cesar in the cockpit, they were happy to introduce themselves to their guests, Bob Rowles, Bob Shoop, Brown Dilozier, and Mathew Southard from Texas, who caught and released four 100-pound Striped Marlin on bait in front of the Tras Piedras and the El Arco. They had their fair share of excitement on the water!
“BBII,” a 37-foot Viking Billfish 2018, with the very experienced Captain Hector and Mate Osiel, was pleased with the seven 120-pound Striped Marlin their solo angler from Florida, USAR, Ryan Caughren, had caught and released on Ballyhoo at the 1150 Spot.
| Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 8 MPH Water Temp: F Air Temp: 77-79 F |
“EL CAZADOR,” a 29-foot Black Fin run by Captain Carmelo and Mate Brian, who are two of those Pisces Captains and Mates who get up eager to go fishing each day. And that is how it was this day. They met their two clients from San Diego, who were just as excited to go fishing, and they took off for the Del Cerro. Just outside of the Bank, Ced Levye and James Daniel caught three 35 to 50-pound Wahoo on Ballyhoo and a Rapala. And a good time was had by all!
The Georgia group chartered the “TIBURON,” a 31-foot Bertram, run by one of the best Captains in the Pisces fleet, Captain Rosendo Gomez, and Mate Carlos Santos. They ran to the Del Cerro, and four miles out, they caught a Wahoo that made their fishing day a very special one! Ceshia Medina, Ayala Mayline, Galilea Lugo, and Timothy Evans, caught a 65-pound Wahoo on a lure that made them all happy! Congratulations to all!
“BBII,” a 37-foot Viking Billfish 2018, with the very popular Captain Hector, took his clients, Gerard Miller, Jason Rideout, Michael Johnson, and Tony Johnson to the 95/1150 Spots
where they caught and released six 120-pound Striped Marlin on Ballyhoo.
From Magnolia, Texas, thegroup that chartered the “CALIENTE,” a 42-foot Cabo Flybridge, immediately felt a camaraderie with Captain Jaime Gonzalez. Caleb Sullivan, Colin Leahey, Grayson Holcomb, Guy Holcomb, Jayce Arredondo, Logan Sullivan, Tom deGraffenried, and Tom Jacob felt that the captain was just another of their friends along for the trip. The anglers managed to catch nine 100-pound Striped Marlin on bait at the 1150 Spot and catch a new friend, as well.
Anthony Thomas Kolb Brady, Thomas Kolb, Davis Paul, Ham Joshua, Paul Ham, Robert Curtis, Blackburn Robert, and Truan Blackburn chose the “LISTO,” a 48-foot Viking, run byCaptain Raymon R and Mate Kiury who hit the jackpot when they ran to the 95/1150 Spot with their group. There, the anglers caught six 100 to 120-pound Striped Marlin on bait.
| THURSDAY May 29, 2025 Skies: Clear Seas: Calm Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT WIND 11 MPH Water Temp: F Air Temp: 74-77 F |
“ADRIANA,” a 28-foot Uniflite managed by the experienced and efficient Captain Frank and Mate Arturo, enjoyed having their guests from Costa Mesa, California, along for the fishing day. The anglers were also happy to be on this trip. Alan Janecek, Danny Inong, Michael Inong, and Taylor Harris caught 18 Yellowfin Tuna weighing up to 30 pounds on bait and feathers at the 95 Spot. It was quite a successful fishing day!
“KARINA,” a 30-foot Bertram with the popular Captain Bruce and Mate Jorge Velez, took the Christopherson family fishing to the Herradura. Benjamin Christopherson (age 1), Jeremy Christopherson, Lauren Christopherson, and Lucy Christopherson (age 13), from Houston, Texas, caught and released two nice-sized Striped Marlin weighing in the 120 to 140-pound range, one on live bait and one on dead bait. They caught three yellowfin Tuna on bait and feathers, also at the Herradura. It was a great fishing day! Of course, one-year-old Benjamin caught the 120-pound Striped Marlin, and his sister got the 140-pounder!!!
“LA CORONITA” a 40-foot Cabo Express run by Captain Manuel SR, and his Mate JR, ran straight to the 95 Spot where the Jefferson Luckey and Jeffrey Luckey family caught and released two 100-pound Striped Marlin on a bait and a lure, and one Dorado weighing 15 pounds on a lure, and one Dorado on feathers. They also caught eleven Yellowfin Tuna up to 30 pounds on bait and feathers, and a bragging rights Wahoo weighing 60 pounds, all at the 95 Spot.
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