Well we definitely had our chances again landing another four over the two hundred mark and a few others that just missed. It was a slow scratch at best, but the real standout feature was the fact that everything we hooked, and I do mean everything, was in the trophy category. Anglers that put in their time working at it were rewarded with at least an opportunity which is all a fisherman can really ask for in this arena.

What we are encountering this voyage in no uncertain terms are the many hazards and obstacles that come with trophy yellowfin tuna fishing particularly when using high performance tackle designed for fly lining sardines. Regardless of how high tech we become the brute strength of these monsters has a tendency to break things down into the crudest form. Giant fish pitted against down sized, high performance equipment designed to entice them to bite generally re calibrates the law the averages in favor of the triumphant trophy tuna. I guarantee everyone that after the last three days right now there are a few handfuls of emboldened monsters swimming around this bank empowered by their string of victories over their tormentors. As the saying goes - "That's fishing".

So, in addition to the fantastic opportunities targeting giant yellowfin exclusively, the other highlight of the day was the gratefully received weather change that brought near flat calm conditions to the grounds and restored the festive atmosphere. Anglers again enjoyed the afternoon and evening with good company and easily flowing libations in high spirits about what has been and more good things to come. We will see. The signs of big fish continue to be excellent and we still have plenty of time to even up the score and then some. With the weather coming down we are hoping the tuna will drop their guard and really get with the program.

Photos of the day feature long time Royal Star favorites Andy Cooperman and Rob McAdam in action pulling on big cows. Although these long range voyages feature many different incredible experiences and moments, I can say with a very high degree of certainty that the moments captured in today's photos are what it really is all about for anglers. This moment, and it's accompanying sentiment, is the near equivalent of that a little tyke experiences when flying down a roller coaster he/she has been waiting for months, or perhaps even years to ride. Pure adrenaline, exuberance, joy, and satisfaction as all one strives for in pursuit of their goal or passion manifests in reality. On that note Robbie extends his greetings to Jessica who is just now becoming familiar with what drives him to embark upon these offshore voyages. Today's photo of Rob, and perhaps the accompanying text, will add some perspective. The time out here is very special - even more so when the weather and fishing are good. And especially more so when you have someone special at home to look forward to seeing upon your return.


Tim

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