Dragging lures behind boat, not knowing what you are going to catch.

Unlike normal saltwater fishing, where you anchor the boat and drop a line, you are actually trolling at
8-10 knots, which is really pretty fast for fishing. Also, those who get seasick are less likely to suffer as long as the boat is moving.

When you get a fish on the line, the fish will generally (depending on type of fish) start coming out of the water, allowing for identification. They will also start swimming ("greyhounding") rapidly away from the boat (20-40 mph and faster). At this point, the fisherman stops reeling, holds on to his gear (and his breath) while the boat reverses at 2-3 knots to gain line. The fish will tire out briefly and this gives the fisherman his chance. Your skilled boat crew will assess the general weight and type of the fish at this point and decide how to adjust the reel (how much "muscle" to apply). Then the fisherman starts reeling in his catch.


Big Game Fish - Dorado, Yellow Fin Tuna, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Striped Marlin, Swordfish,
Sail Fish... these are big fish: 60 to 700 pounds- Plenty big enough if you want to catch and release


Sport Fishing equipment is in general much more expensive, and more heavy-duty then regular salt fishing equipment.

The reel is extra heavy duty to handle these BIG Game fish and their muscle. The reel is a very important piece of equipment - they need to have a good drag system.

The rod, just as important as the reel, must have a "Backbone" - be able to flex greatly without breaking.

The lures - you need an array of lures to accommodate various conditions, such as rough water or calm seas.