From August 1st to 7th, the Pisces Fleet delivered one of the most species-rich weeks of 2025, thrilling anglers with an impressive 86.84% catch success rate. Here’s a snapshot of the action:
- Billfish: 32.89% — including Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, and Sailfish
- Tuna: 55.26% — Yellowfin Tuna dominated the scene, with some reaching impressive sizes
- Dorado: 25.00% — vibrant and plentiful, with many bulls over 40 pounds
- Other Species: 10.53% — including Wahoo, Sierra Mackerel, Triggerfish, and even Silky Sharks
🏆 Anglers Russ and Sterling Pangle aboard Pisces 31’ Ruthless stole the spotlight with 179 fish caught over six days, including a 220-pound Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Tuna, Shark, and Sierra Mackerel.
📍 Hotspots like Migrino, San Jaime, and Pozo Cota were buzzing with activity, and crews reported multiple days of double-digit Dorado catches, many released to preserve the fishery.
This week wasn’t just about numbers—it was about the thrill of diversity, the skill of the crews, and the joy of sustainable sportfishing. If you’re crafting your next Baja Bytes update, this one’s a legacy week worth spotlighting.
August 8th to the 15th 21. Catch success rate 87.76%, Billfish 46.94%, Dorado 10.20%,
Other 6.12%, Tuna 38.78%, and Roosterfish 42.04%.
Pisces Fleet Weekly Report from AUGUST 15-21, 2025
Friday, August 15, 2025: Skies, Clear; Seas, Calm; Wave Ht., 4-5 FT; WIND, 6 MPH; Water Temp, 87.1 F; Air Temp, 83-89 F.
The couple from Liberty Hill, Texas, who boarded the “ADRIANA,” a 28-foot Uniflite run by Captain Frank and Mate Arturo, had a unique and memorable experience. August 8th to the 14th. Catch success rate 88.89% Billfish 35.56% Dorado 15.56%, Other 13.33%, Tuna 62.22%, Wahoo 4.44%.. While it wasn’t the most productive day they have ever had, it was undoubtedly one of the most beautiful days on the water, and one that the two of them enjoyed to the fullest.
Fun-loving Captain Fernando Noyola and Mate Marcelo on the “ANDREA,” a 28-foot Uniflite, decided the Cerro Del Golden was the place for them to fish with their anglers, Abril Gonzales, Joe Oribello, and Karla Nava. It turns out the spot paid off for them. They caught and released one 75-pound Striped Marlin and five Dorado up to 20 pounds, all on bait, a testament to their fishing skills and determination.
Geraldine and Joel Salvaggio from Beaumont, Texas, chartered the “RUTHLESS,” a 31-foot Bertram, run by Captain Beto Lira and Mate Super Mario, who decided to give the Herradura a try. Their anglers caught two Yellowfin Tuna on bait.
“VALERIE,” a 35-foot Bertram, with Captain Roberto Sandez and Mate Salvador Flores, had better luck at the 180 Spot. Thirty miles out, Stacie Farrell and Willy Hicks from Boerne, Texas, began catching the first of ten Yellowfin Tuna weighing from 8 to 30 pounds on bait. They had a blast, but they decided that on their next trip, they would target fish that were not such strong fighters.
“BILL COLLECTOR II,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, with Captain Lopez at the Helm and Mate Martinez running the cockpit, was 30 miles out to the 160 Spot when they spotted a Yellowfin Tuna school. Carlos Monroy, Esmeralda Velazquez, Esthela Fregoso, Jediah Hoffmab, Jennifer Bottorff, and Ray Velazquez from Coachella, California caught seventeen Yellowfin Tuna weighing from 15 to 30 pounds on feathers, bait, and the kite.
Andrew Horowitz, Dennis Glunt, Jay Lambke, Michael Whiteside, and Paul Gentile from Florida chose the “HOT ROD,” a 42-foot Cabo Flybridge, as their fishing platform. Captain Erick Orozco and Mate Hot Rod Jose Ramiro Ramirez ran to the 120 Spot, where they heard Yellowfin were being caught. Thirty miles to the 120, their anglers caught nine Yellowfin Tuna, weighing up to 20 pounds on lures and bait.
On the 48-foot Viking, “MY WAY,” Captain Arturo and Mates Daniel and Josue ran to the Punta Gorda, where their group, Andrew Smith, Bryce Ferguson, Clayton Smith, Matthew Ocker, and Ronald Williams hit the jackpot! They caught and released two Striped Marlin, weighing 100 and 110 pounds on a caballito and a lure, respectively. Additionally, they caught and released two Blue Marlin, weighing around 200 to 250 pounds, on a lure and Ballyhoo at the same location. The anglers were the stars of the day!
Saturday, August 16, 2025: Skies, Clear; Seas, Calm; Wave Ht., 3-4 FT; Water Temp, 84-87 F; Air Temp, 79-84 F; WIND 10-17 KNOTS.
“ADRIANA,” a 28-foot Uniflite, run by Captain Frank and Mate Arturo L., who were pleased to meet their clients, Elisa Bessa and Oriol Pallas. They were eager to fish and were fun to fish with. The crew traveled to the Herradura, one of the more popular fishing spots in Cabo, and the anglers caught four Yellowfin Tuna weighing from 5 to 25 pounds on bait and two 3-pound Skipjack. What a day it was!
Brandon Durlock, Garret Maler, Dylan Durlock, and Montana Taylor from Texas chose Captain Carmelo and Mate Bryan on the “EL CAZADOR,” a 29-foot Black Fin, to fish with on Saturday. They ran to the Lighthouse, where they caught six Yellowfin Tuna that weighed from 10 to 30 pounds on bait. Anglers aboard these boats not only discover the joy of fishing but also share a camaraderie that transforms an expedition into an adventure.
P “ANDREA,” a 28-foot Uniflite, captained by Fernando Noyola with Mate Marcelo, ran to their favorite grounds, the Herradura. There, the anglers, Maria Padilla and Ricardo Shaefer from California, caught and released one 100-pound Striped Marlin on curry, and three Yellowfin Tuna to 50 pounds on bait. Still, the one they won’t forget will be the 250-pound Blue Marlin. They will never tire of telling the story of how they caught and released that one.
P Adrián Gonzalez, and Adrián Gonzalez Caballero from Monterrey, Mexico, selected the “TIBURON,” a 31-foot Bertram, managed by Captain Bruce and Mate Carlos Santos. They caught ten Yellowfin Tuna on bait and feathers, 35 miles to the 180 Spot. But the highlight of their fishing day, probably their season, or maybe their lifetime, was the release of their big (170-pound) Blue Marlin. They caught it on a green and brown lure, and the last we saw of them, they were giving details on how they fought that huge Blue.
On the “BBII,” a 37-foot Viking Billfish 2018, Captain Hector and Mates Gil and Lalo took their Arizona guests John Stringer, Matt Esterline, Rigo Melendez, Ted Hooten, and Tim Rutti to the 1150 Spot, where they caught a 163-pound Blue Marlin on curry.
From Los Angeles, California, Andrew Smith, Brittany Mason, Bryce Ferguson, Clayton Smith, Danielle Smith, Kara Smith, Matthew Ocker, Ronald Williams, Susan Ocker, and Tanya Williams chartered the “CHASIN TAIL,” a 62-foot Viking with Captain Pepe and Mates Ulises, Hamo, and Dulce aboard. They headed to Punta Gorda, and just outside, the anglers released one 120-pound Striped Marlin after a thrilling battle.
But the real prizes came after, with congratulations for their next three trophy fish — the release of three Blue Marlin, 200, 220, and 250-pounders, on two lures outside Punta Gorda.
Sunday, August 17, 2025: Skies, Clear; Seas, Calm; Wave Ht., 4-5 FT; WIND, 12 MPH; Water Temp, 85-86 F; Air Temp, 85-89°F.
Captain Abel and Mate Ninja, the fun-loving crew on the “RIPPER,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, were happy to find Lourie and Stephen Farr were excited about fishing. They headed toward the 180 Spot and were 33 miles away when they saw a Yellowfin school on the surface. Lourie and Stephen were kept busy catching and releasing twelve Yellowfin Tuna weighing up to 20 pounds on bait…all day!
Jason Hammons, Kelly Hammons, Robert Felinski, and Tamara Felinski from Richmond, Texas, had a great day aboard the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” a35-foot Cabo Flybridge with Captain Lopez and Mate Martinez went 33 miles to the 180 Spot, where they caught 24 Yellowfin Tuna that weighed from 10 to 30 pounds they caught on feathers and bait, which should have been enough for one fishing day. Still, they were lucky or skilled enough to catch one 220-pound Blue Marlin on bait in that same area. The anglers credited the crew for their expert guidance and skill.
Monday, August 18, 2025: Skies, Clear; Seas, Calm; Wave Ht., 4-5 FT; WIND, 7 MPH; Water Temp, 85-97 F; Air Temp: 86-92 F.
“BILL COLLECTOR II,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, with Captain Lopez and Mate Martinez, had two clients, Estella Perez and John Hempfling, from Austin, Texas, who caught and released two Blue Marlin on a blue and purple lure at the Punta Gorda Spot. They were thrilled to see the giant fish leap against the horizon, and their photos were unbelievable. Those and those of the fight as they reeled in and released the big Blue Marlin will fill one of their family albums.
From Belton, Texas, Brent Worley, Craig Baird, Anthony Taylor, Carlton Hightower, Eric Worley, and Roy Whiteside, Jr., chose the “YAHOO,” a 42-foot Bertram with Captain Ricardo Escamilla and Mate Yahoo Jose Escamilla Yahoo. They were ready for all the great fishing and adventures they had been hearing about each evening as they had drinks. They never expected their catch to be a stunning Dorado at the 95 Spot.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025: Skies, Clear; Seas, Calm; Wave Ht., 4-5 FT; WIND, 12 MPH; Water Temp, 85 – 89 F; Air Temp, 82-88 F.
The “VALERIE,” a 35-foot Bertram, with Captain Roberto Sandez at the Helm and Super Mario running the cockpit, ran to the Cabo Real, where they helped David Rubick and Mark Stafford from Ormond Beach, Florida, catch two Dorado for their dinner. They enjoyed catching the beautiful fish, but they enjoyed their dinner even more.
From Vaughn, Montana, Bob Giltrap, David Cameron, Gibbons Cornwell, and Shane Roberts chose the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” managed by Captain Lopez and Mate Martinez, as their fishing platform when they headed to Punta Gorda to fish. The excitement on deck was unbelievable when they released their first Sailfish…but it was nothing compared to the exhilaration and thrill of the anglers when they caught and released not one but two Blue Marlin on a Ballyhoo and curry. The crew remarked that teamwork and laughter made the day especially memorable.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025: Skies, Clear; Seas, Calm; Wave Ht, 4-5 FT; WIND, 7 MPH; Water Temp, 87-92F; Air Temp, 87-90 F.
Captain Lopez and Mate Martinez set their boat, the 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” heading toward Punta Gorda, where they had heard there were both YF Tuna and Marlin. Their clients from Vaughn, Montana, were eager and would fish wherever the crew directed them. Their patience was rewarded with a couple of Yellowfin Tuna on bait, but next they had the bite they were looking for, a 110-pound Striped Marlin that they released on cocinero at the 95 Spot. The group credited the crew for their expert guidance and promised to return for another unforgettable challenge.
Captain Jose Escamilla and his Mates, Juan and Adan, on the 42-foot Bertram, the “YAHOO,” graciously welcomed Bernard Raymond, McGuire III, Ilyssa Grace Riley, Jess Wade Riley, Mac McGuire, and Whitney Ryon McGuire aboard.
They established an immediate rapport among the entire group, which made it a fun, relaxing fishing day. The anglers caught and released one 100-pound Striped Marlin on a cocinero at the 1150 Spot.
Thursday, August 21, 2025: Skies, Clear; Seas, Calm; Wave Ht., 4-5 FT; WIND, 8 MPH; Water Temp, 85-88 F; Air Temp, 87-92°F.
Captain Fernando Noyola and Marcelo run the boat, the “ANDREA,” a 28-foot Uniflite, and Thomas Holbel, from North Carolina, chose them to fish with. Thomas was hoping for a billfish, so he was thrilled when he saw the 60-pound Striped Marlin hit the dead bait. That was his first fish of the day at the 95 Spot, and he released the Striper. He also caught three Yellowfin Tuna in the 25-pound range on a bait, but the highlight of his day was the catch and release of one 100-pound Blue Marlin on a dead caballito. He was pleased with his memorable day and enjoyed the community spirit of the Pisces Fleet.
Meanwhile, on the “CALIENTE,” a 42-foot Cabo Flybridge, Captain Jaime and Mate Silverio prepared for their day with their solo angler, Craig Heminger. They had decided to head to the Herradura, so they took off in that direction. They arrived at their destination just as the sun climbed high in the sky, and they began to see signs of life underneath the water. They soon had their first hit when a Blue Marlin took a Guacamayo lure. After a couple of misses, another joined the fight, and a third followed suit. At the end of the day, Craig had battled and caught and released three Blue Marlin weighing approximately 200, 220, and 280 pounds on three lures at the Herradura. Congratulations, Craig! That’s quite a feat! Good going, Captain Jaime and Mate Silverio. No one is better in all of Cabo than the Pisces Fleet and their crews.
The Pisces Fleet’s week was filled with memorable catches, expert crews, and the joy of shared adventures on the water. Anglers from many places experienced excellent fishing, camaraderie, and the thrill of battling remarkable game fish in the waters off Cabo San Lucas.
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