‘Bluefin Mania’ starts early on the Central Coast of California

July 5, 2023

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Ross and Jack Corbett — FIRST BLOOD – Captain Ross Corbett of Pacific Angler Sport Fishing with his son, Jack, and the first bluefin of the season at 180 pounds out of San Francisco Bay, igniting ‘Bluefin Mania’

Captain James Smith of the California Dawn 2 out of Berkeley is looking for another adaptation to tuna fishing – night fishing with live bait or iron similar to common usage in southern California. Up until now, northern California boats have primarily been trolling the Nomad’s at up to 15 knots or slow-trolling mackerel. Smith has outfitted his 55-foot catamaran to comfortable fish at night with live bait, increasing the chances for landing multiple fish per trip. He plans to schedule bluefin trips in August.

Much to the delight of saltwater anglers, six-pack operators, and tackle shops, the mania has officially started,