WINTER 02/03

As fall turns into winter, prevailing southeast winds turn to the northeast and along with the appearance of cold fronts, the crossing to Bimini can be a task in itself. But for those of you that are looking to catch big Wahoo and big Grouper, winter is the time to go. You really have to pick your days carefully but when the conditions look favorable, double check the forecast and run over for the day or even the weekend. Once in Bimini, your first target should be Wahoo. High speed trolling for Wahoo is widely becoming one of the most effective methods for targeting these striped torpedoes. Trolling speeds exceeding 15 to 18 knots are the norm for success throughout the winter months and seem to make the "speed demons" strike the baits out of natural instinct. With favorable conditions, double digit catches are possible and with the average fish in the 25 - 50 pound class, that's exciting! Add the possibility of Tuna, Dolphin, and 50 + pound smoker Kings and you have the makings for the trip of a lifetime