01/21/15

Another fine morning of "skinnin'" before pulling the plug just after lunch in favor of additional variety tomorrow above. Slower than yesterday, but still good enough to add up, that is exactly what they did in the RSW tanks and why we took off. Though a floating quantity subject to a host of variables and perspectives it's safe to say that enough is enough. With what we captured on the front end heading south freezers will be loaded with ample wahoo for a long time to come. Showing at least a little reserve when the going is good is a virtue nowadays that should be second nature to everyone out here. We have a lot of tomorrow's ahead of us; if we play our cards well.

The final day will be passed in leisure targeting coastal variety with limited zeal. Not cavalier about the pending fishing results, we will be actively pursuing quantity and quality near shore, all are aware that the success of this voyage does not hinge on tomorrow's results. We are heading in to catch a few fish, enjoy the day, and have some fun. I wouldn't be surprised even to see a few drifts for bass along a kelp line or two; zero stress.

Photos today feature another long time Royal Star veteran and favorite Dave Berutich with one of his several dandy wahoo landed in the fray; and again Ben Van Dyke a.k.a. "BVD" with his second trophy yellowfin of the voyage. This one came in at 217 pounds and was a solo act. Ben locked on and got the job done grinding in this beauty less struggle or fanfare. Against this guy I almost felt sorry for the fish. He definitely chose the wrong opponent.

Tim Ekstrom

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