Early summer settled over the region with a stretch of clear skies, calm seas, and steadily warming water that set the stage for an exceptional week of offshore action. As conditions stabilized across the 95 and 1150 Spots, crews reported consistent billfish activity, scattered dorado, and the first hints of early‑season variety. With light winds and reliable bait, anglers arrived to find Baja’s offshore grounds in prime form.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Height: 4–5 ft., Wind: 7 mph, Water Temperature: 77–80°F,
Air Temperature: 78–80°F
“Rebecca,” a 31-foot Bertram, run by Capt. José Ramón, and supported by Alucano and Marcelo on deck, reported an exceptional day at the 1150 Spot, where the anglers aboard, Caimin Long, David Dauti, John O’Conner, Matthew Zimmer, Michael Davidson, and Thomas Persinki, caught and released eleven Striped Marlin, estimated to weigh between 90 and 100 pounds, using a combination of jurelito and ballyhoo.
Aboard the 35‑foot Cabo Flybridge “Bill Collector 2,“ crew members Captain Abel, Mates Ninja, and Daniel reported a productive day at the 1150 Spot. The anglers on board included Hunter Collins, Neal Collins, Samira Carnio, and Tyler Stinson. They caught and released six Striped Marlin weighing 90 to 100 pounds on cocinero, took three Dorado in the 20 to 25‑pound range on cocinero and lures, landed three Yellowfin Tuna weighing 3 to 4 pounds on palos, and added seven Skipjack from 3 to 5 pounds, also on palos. They left the boat feeling as though they had captured the brass ring and that their fishing venture would be told and retold for years to come.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT, WIND5: MPH, Water Temp: 78-80 F,
Air Temp: 79-82 F
Captain Bruce and Mate Chava, aboard “Karina,” reported steady action at the 1150 Spot. Angler Eric Weborg, visiting from Crossroads, Texas, was also aboard for the outing, catching and releasing seven Striped Marlin weighing 80 to 110 pounds, all taken on cocinero. In addition, he released one Silky Shark, estimated at 80 pounds, also on cocinero.
On the 28‑foot Uniflite “Adriana,“ Captain Frank and Mate Brian reported their anglers, Shelbie and Theodore Kales, visiting from Helotes, Texas, caught and released two Striped Marlin estimated at 100 to 120 pounds on cocinero, along with one Dorado in the 20 to 25‑pound range that they caught on a lure. The fish were taken 14 miles off Cerro.
Sunday, May 24, 2026, Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 3-4 FT., Water Temp: 77-82 °F, Air Temp: 73-79 F., WIND: 3-22
Aboard the 48‑foot Viking, “MY WAY,” Captain Arturo and Mate Josue guided their group to the 1150 Spot, where guest anglers—Adriana Novia, Chance Beasley, GP Bradley Saad, Greer Beasley, and Matthew Parra—traveling from Houston, Texas, caught and released five Striped Marlin estimated at 100 to 120 pounds, on cocinero and ballyhoo. They appreciated the camaraderie and favorable fishing conditions throughout the day.
Captain Saul, Mates Roberto and Alex, aboard the 66‑foot Viking “FRIDAY BANK,” completed a productive run to the 1150 Spot, where their anglers caught and released six Striped Marlin on a mix of cocinero and ballyhoo bait. They also took a 15 to 18‑pound Dorado that struck a ballyhoo in the same area. The fishing group—Andrew Akhtar, Eddie Ellefson, Harrison Cates, Jackson Pennington, Sean Browne, and Stephen Swann—visiting from Dallas, Texas, enjoyed the beautiful early‑June weather and steady fishing.
Captain Hector and Mates Fernando and Lalo on the 37-foot Viking, “BBII,” reported having an excellent day at the 1150 Spot, where their anglers released nine Striped Marlin estimated at 100 to 120 pounds, using a combination of cocinero and ballyhoo. Daija Volker, Robert Velek, Robson Velek, and Thomas Volker also landed a 20 to 25-pound Dorado on a ballyhoo in the same area. They enjoyed steady action throughout the fishing trip, in favorable early-summer weather.
Aboard the 31‑foot Bertram, “RUTHLESS,” Captain Beto Lira and Mate Velez worked on the 1150 Spot with outstanding results. Visiting anglers Lloyd Tettleton, Pablo Noriega, Stephanie Tettleton, and Sydney Tettleton, from Katy, Texas, caught and released five Striped Marlin in the 90 to 100‑pound class on a mix of cocinero and ballyhoo. Mid‑morning, they added a standout 40 to 45‑pound Wahoo that crushed a Rapala they trolled along a clean temperature break in the same area. They experienced one of the greatest days of fishing and had tales to tell when they returned home.
Daily Catch Summary — Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT, WIND 9 MPH Water Temp: 77-80 F, Air Temp: 80-82 F,
Captain Beto Lira and his mates, aboard the 31‑foot Bertram “Ruthless,” along with anglers Brad Fulton, Jack Maner, Jeremy Maner, Raul Thomas, and Thomas D. I. Miceli, scored a standout catch at the 1150 Spot, including a 202-pound Swordfish. All contributed to this impressive achievement, bringing a memorable catch to the deck after a determined battle on cocinero. Early-summer conditions created a great opportunity for such rare encounters, inspiring confidence for future trips.
Conditions were equally favorable for Captain Frank aboard the 28‑foot Uniflite “Adriana,” when he located a productive temperature break at the 1150 Spot. That break in water temperature produced steady action from two Dorado in the 25‑ to 35‑pound class on curry‑colored lures, keeping Kaden Davenport, Kent Davenport, and Mathew Davenport busy throughout the morning, and making for a smooth and lively early‑summer fishing trip.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 FT, WIND: 9 MPH,
Water Temp: 77-80 F, Air Temp: 77-80 F
The crew aboard the 62‑foot Viking, “Chasin’ Tail,” found the 95 Spot alive with activity. Under the guidance of Captain Ramon Agundez and Mate Ramon Jr., Graeme Navarro, Greg Lusty, Jay Navarro, Joe Paparella, Matt Scarborough, Roman Scarborough, and Travis Holman, from Vacaville, California, all contributed to the catching and releasing of four Striped Marlin, solid fish running 100 to 120 pounds, all taken while drifting. The anglers also caught a brilliant 25 to 30‑pound Dorado in the same zone, which rounded out the day.
Fishing the 95 Spot, “Tracy Ann,” a 31-foot Bertram, with Captain Fernando and Mate Macelo, welcomed anglers Chad Bruechert, Jim Flanders, Kevin Wynne, and Todd Bruechert, who made up the team from Seal Beach, Calif. The anglers caught and released four Striped Marlin in the 90- to 100-pound range on cocinero at the 95 Spot, and they were pleased with how efficiently and successfully the trip was run.
Thursday, May 28, 2026 Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 3-4 FT, Water Temp: 78-83 F,
Air Temp: 72-80 F, WIND 9-24 KTS
An exciting morning unfolded aboard the 42‑foot Bertram “Yahoo,” as Captain Ricardo and Mate José Escamilla worked the 95 and 1150 Spots, where they raised three Striped Marlin in the 90 to 100‑pound class. Anglers Craig Holden, Dora Holden, Hannah Holden, and Harper Holden, visiting from Rolling Hills Estates, California, caught and released the Striped Marlin on a combination of ballyhoo and cocinero, producing consistent action throughout the run.
Aboard the 64‑foot Viking, “La Chingona 2,” Captain Toño, and Mates Luis, and Miguel reported steady action at the 1150 Spot, where their large family group of anglers, including Anna Vanek, Dan Vanek, David Fisher, Jay Fisher, Julie Fisher, Leo Fisher, Ollie Vanek, Owen Fisher, Sadie Vanek, and Sara Vanek shared in a successful outing catching and releasing three Striped Marlin ranging from 80 to 120 pounds. The fish responded to ballyhoo and caballito, providing consistent opportunities throughout the day.
As the week drew to a close, the combination of steady weather, warm water, and abundant bait produced one memorable outing after another. From striped marlin and dorado to the standout Swordfish, each day delivered its own highlight. With early‑summer conditions now firmly established, crews and anglers alike are looking ahead with confidence to the productive weeks still to come.
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Gary Gragam-That Baja Guy