🐋 Cabo Fishing Report: Blue Sky RIVERA 43 Hooks Blue Marlin – May 26th
On May 26th, 2025, the Blue Sky RIVERA 43 delivered a high-performance offshore run targeting blue marlin in the deep waters off Cabo San Lucas. With Captain Luis leading the charge, the crew tracked warm currents near the Golden Gate Bank, where a powerful marlin strike turned the morning into a full-throttle fight.
🌊 May Offshore Conditions: Marlin Season Begins
May marks the start of blue marlin activity in Cabo’s offshore banks:
- Water Temp: 78–80°F
- Sea Conditions: Light swells, calm winds
- Hot Zones: Golden Gate Bank, Cabrillo Seamount, 1150 Spot
- Tactics Used: Trolled Ballyhoo and skipjack with Black Bart and Squid Nation teasers
🛥️ About the Boat: Blue Sky – RIVERA 43
The Blue Sky RIVERA 43 is a luxury sportfisher built for offshore comfort and power:
- Twin diesel engines, fighting chair, and shaded cockpit
- Air-conditioned cabin with multimedia system and restroom
- Starlink WiFi, open bar, breakfast, and complimentary photography
- Optional dredge system with fish guarantee available
Captain Luis, known for his tactical trolling and sonar precision, used bird activity and bait movement to locate marlin-rich waters and time the strike window perfectly.
🎣 Fishing Highlights: Blue Marlin Hookup – May 26th
- Hookup Time: 9:05 AM near Golden Gate Bank
- Estimated Weight: 230 lbs
- Fight Duration: 49 minutes
- Angler: Guest from Arizona celebrating a retirement
- Release: Clean and successful, following Blue Sky’s conservation-first policy
🧰 Gear & Brands Featured Onboard
| Brand | Gear Type | Why It’s Used for Blue Marlin |
|---|---|---|
| Penn International | Reels | High drag capacity for long, deep runs |
| Black Bart | Lures | Proven attractors for blue marlin in Baja waters |
| Momoi Hi-Catch | Leader Line | Abrasion-resistant for powerful, fast-moving fish |
| Costa Del Mar | Polarized Sunglasses | Essential for spotting tailing marlin under glare |
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✅ Conclusion: May 26th Delivered Offshore Precision
With Captain Luis commanding the RIVERA 43 Blue Sky, this early-season blue marlin trip proved that May is a prime month for offshore action. Cabo’s banks are heating up—and Blue Sky is locked in for every strike.
