Boy we were living right today as yesterday's good fortune spilled over and we continued to find exceptional action on the big yellows just about everywhere we stopped through our mid day departure. As a number of anglers had their desired quantity of premium yellowtail in the RSW tanks, catch and release was the order of the morning while others gleefully partook in the bounty that will be thoroughly enjoyed at the table in the weeks following our return.

On that note, I can't remember if I have mentioned the quality of the yellowtail product from the RSW in the past, but even if so, I am compelled to do so again. Of all the different fish species we catch, the refrigerated seawater storage of yellowtail, combined with the appropriate process of pithing, bleeding, and thoroughly washing the fish before they are stored at thirty degrees immersed in clean seawater, has had the most profound impact on the end quality of these fish. Traditionally yellowtail were considered decent table fare by most but were not among the coveted species we catch such as Wahoo or fresh, well cared for albacore or tuna. Now, fresh yellowtail from the RSW tanks is a genuine delight with a light, flaky texture, almost white colored meat, and no fishy flavor when the fillets are properly trimmed.

Of course if you are not one who enjoys eating fish none of this matters, but I mention it again to encourage more of you to take full advantage of these yellowtail now that they are among the finest product available on your long range voyage.

That said we are now on our way northward enjoying a pleasant ride that also reflects our bountiful good fortune of late. The weather was rugged for those who made the northward passage yesterday and two days prior, but our departure today coincided perfectly with the wind slacking off and a rapidly dimiishing sea state. Now the true test is set before us as we prospect on the offshore grounds once again in search of whatever species of tuna is available. We have the entire day to work, with everything in order that can be, so it is now simply a matter of fortune combined with our standard dedicated effort. Vamos a ver.