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Cabo Fishing Report – October 18th – Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charters – Marlin – Sailfish

james a korchinski — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:12:25 +0000

Cabo Fishing Report - October 18, 2026 - Sailfish and Marlin

Cabo Pacific Fishing Charter Finds a 105-Pound Sailfish Ten Miles Offshore

A 105-pound sailfish was the confirmed catch for Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charters on October 18, 2026, during a five-hour offshore trip aboard the 60-foot Bertram Blue Sea.

Captain David and his crew worked the Pacific side of Cabo San Lucas, approximately ten miles offshore from El Arco. The fishing program included Google Eyes baitfish, an offshore trolling spread and a dredge attractor.

At 9:00 AM, the sailfish struck. The fish measured 99 inches and weighed approximately 105 pounds, giving the group a substantial billfish encounter during their morning charter.

Cabo Offshore Catch Report

Date: October 18, 2026

Vessel: 60' Bertram Blue Sea

Captain: David

Fishing Duration: 5 Hours

Departure: 6:15 AM

Return: 11:15 AM

Fishing Location: Pacific Side of El Arco

Distance Offshore: Approximately 10 Miles

Confirmed Catch: 1 Sailfish Landed

Length: 99 Inches

Weight: 105 Pounds

Strike Time: 9:00 AM

Fishing Method: Offshore Trolling

Bait: Google Eyes Baitfish

Attractor: Dredge

Cabo Pacific Fishing Charter Targets Offshore Billfish

The southern tip of Baja California provides access to Pacific fishing grounds where marlin, sailfish, dorado, tuna and wahoo may be encountered.

On October 18, Captain David headed west of the Cabo Arch to work waters approximately ten miles offshore.

The crew deployed a trolling spread using Google Eyes baitfish, supported by a dredge intended to resemble a school of smaller fish.

This type of presentation is designed to attract offshore predators by creating the visual impression of baitfish activity behind the boat.

At approximately 9:00 AM, the crew experienced the day's confirmed sailfish strike.

The anglers worked the fish while the crew managed the tackle and coordinated the landing.

The sailfish measured 99 inches and weighed approximately 105 pounds.

Although marlin were among the potential target species, no marlin catch was documented during the trip.

Cabo Dredge Fishing Charter Techniques and Shotgun Line Behavior

An interesting feature of this charter was the use of a dredge alongside the trolling baits.

Offshore dredges are designed to imitate a compact school of baitfish, encouraging predators to approach and investigate the boat's wake.

The dredge itself is generally not intended to receive a strike.

Instead, a sailfish or marlin may approach the attractor before selecting an individual bait elsewhere in the spread.

A fish might investigate the dredge, turn away and eventually strike a bait positioned farther behind the vessel, including a longer shotgun line.

The position of the strike does not establish whether the dredge contributed to attracting the fish.

Without underwater observations, the precise influence of the dredge on any individual hookup remains uncertain.

For offshore anglers, the key consideration is the effectiveness of the entire trolling presentation rather than the position of a single lure.

Cabo October Fishing Charter Opportunities and Pacific Conditions

October is a transitional period for offshore fishing around Cabo San Lucas.

Blue marlin and sailfish may remain present in warmer offshore waters, while striped marlin activity can improve as seasonal conditions change.

Dorado, yellowfin tuna and wahoo are additional species that anglers may encounter.

Fishing success can vary considerably between individual boats, even when operating within the same general area.

Water temperatures, currents, baitfish concentrations and feeding activity all influence where fish are found.

A productive trolling presentation increases the opportunity for an encounter but cannot guarantee a strike.

The October 18 charter produced one confirmed sailfish during five hours offshore.

Cabo Offshore Fishing Charter Returns to IGY Marina

Captain David returned the 60-foot Bertram Blue Sea to Cabo San Lucas Marina at approximately 11:15 AM.

The group completed the trip with one 105-pound sailfish, measuring 99 inches, caught approximately ten miles offshore from El Arco.

For anglers following offshore fishing activity along the Pacific coast of Mexico, this catch provides a documented example of October sailfish trolling using baitfish and a dredge attractor.

Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charters operates a private sportfishing fleet from IGY Marina in Cabo San Lucas, with vessels ranging from 32 to 60 feet.

Final Catch Summary

October 18, 2026 — 60' Bertram Blue Sea — Captain David — 5 Hours — 1 Sailfish Landed — 99 Inches — 105 Pounds — Pacific Side of El Arco.

Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charters
F Dock, IGY Marina
Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico

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Cabo Fishing Report - Blue Sky Cabo - Wahoo

james a korchinski — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:32:06 +0000

Cabo Fishing Report – 43 Foot – 1 Wahoo at San Jaime Bank

October 6, 2026 – 1 Wahoo Caught – Cabo Fishing Report

A full-day offshore charter aboard the 43-foot Riviera Blue Sky with Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours recorded one wahoo at San Jaime Bank on October 6, 2026. Captain Luis operated the eight-hour excursion for Curtis and three additional guests, departing F Dock at IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas.

For North Carolina offshore fishermen, the catch offers a useful comparison with wahoo fishing along the Atlantic continental shelf. The waters differ, but structure, bait movement and predator behavior remain important considerations.

Cabo Fishing Report – FISHING DATA SNAPSHOT

Cabo Fishing Charter – Pacific Offshore Structure

San Jaime Bank is an established offshore fishing destination west of Cabo San Lucas.

The area's underwater terrain can influence currents and baitfish distribution, creating opportunities for pelagic species moving through the region.

Wahoo are especially well adapted to attacking fast-moving prey. Their streamlined bodies and powerful tails allow rapid acceleration, producing the sudden strikes offshore anglers recognize.

The October 6 charter confirmed a wahoo catch from the bank, although the original record did not preserve its weight, exact hookup time or successful lure.

No additional catches were documented.

Cabo Yacht Fishing Report – Eight-Hour Trolling Program

The group selected an eight-hour private charter aboard the Riviera Blue Sky.

Captain Luis had the morning and early afternoon available for offshore fishing.

The reservation included an upgraded dredge package. Dredges create the appearance of schooling baitfish and can complement conventional offshore trolling presentations.

The record does not establish whether the wahoo struck a bait associated with the dredge.

Curtis and his companions also arranged private chef services, requesting chicken and fish for their meals.

Onboard WiFi was included during the excursion.

Cabo Fishing Report – Final Charter Record

The October 6 charter documents one wahoo from San Jaime Bank during a full-day Pacific offshore fishing trip.

Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours
F Dock, IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico

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Cabo Fishing Report – October 5th – Blue Sky Cabo – Sailfish

james a korchinski — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:36:06 +0000

Cabo Offshore Fishing – October 5, 2026 – Sailfish Release on the 60' Blue Sea

October 5, 2026 – One Pacific Sailfish Released – Cabo Fishing Report

A ten-hour offshore charter aboard the 60-foot Bertram Blue Sea with Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours produced one Pacific sailfish, caught and released, on October 5, 2026.

Captain David had three anglers aboard: Philip, Jason and Nathan. The trip departed Cabo San Lucas at 7:00 AM and returned at 5:00 PM.

The interesting question isn't how many fish were caught. It's what the ten-hour fishing window allowed the crew to attempt.

Offshore Cabo Fishing Report – The Charter Numbers

Cabo Fishing Charter Report – Ten Hours to Work With

A captain operating a full-day offshore charter has more scheduling flexibility than one running a shorter excursion.

There is time to evaluate fishing grounds, observe surface activity and adjust the trolling program as conditions permit.

The October 5 trip followed Hurricane Rachel, when the crew needed to account for the conditions encountered offshore.

The fishing notes identify the reef and 95 Spot, but do not specify the exact position where the sailfish was hooked.

The vessel's dredge equipment was included in the reservation. A dredge creates the appearance of schooling baitfish beneath the surface and is used to attract predatory fish toward a trolling spread.

The notes do not identify the bait or lure that produced the strike.

Pacific Sailfish Cabo Fishing Report – What Was Documented

The result was a Pacific sailfish returned to the water.

There was no retained catch recorded, and no additional species were listed.

No estimated fish weight, fight duration, trolling speed or detailed release procedure was provided.

For anglers reviewing reports from different offshore regions, those omissions are worth noting. They prevent assumptions about tackle performance or fish size.

The group was staying at the Blue Sky Cabo Condo Villa in El Tezal. Their telephone area codes are associated with Utah, eastern Washington and Colorado, respectively, but do not verify residence.

Cabo Fishing Yacht Charter – Final Trip Assessment

Three anglers reserved a 60-foot Bertram for ten hours, with dredge equipment and meals included.

Their trip produced a documented sailfish release around the reef and 95 Spot fishing area.

This is one charter result, not a claim about the overall Cabo bite following the storm.

FINAL CHARTER RECORD

Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours
F Dock, IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
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