🐋🐬 Cabo Fishing Report: Marlin & Dorado on Blue Sky – November 6th, 2025
On November 6th, the Blue Sky RIVERA 43 departed from IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas for a full‑day offshore charter targeting striped marlin and dorado (mahi mahi). With warm water pushing bait toward the Golden Gate Bank, Captain Luis and crew delivered a high‑energy mixed‑species day with strong surface action and clean releases.
🌊 Offshore Conditions – November 6th Snapshot
- Water Temperature: 82°F
- Sea State: Light chop, 2–3 ft swell
- Hot Zones: Golden Gate Bank, Pacific drop‑offs, temperature breaks
- Tactics Used:
- Trolling small feathers and skirted ballyhoo
- Pitching live caballito to tailing marlin
- Working floating debris lines for dorado
Early November typically brings a strong combination of striped marlin and dorado, and this trip hit the sweet spot of the seasonal transition.
🛥️ About the Boat: Blue Sky – RIVERA 43
The Blue Sky is a luxury sportfisher designed for offshore performance and guest comfort:
- Twin diesel engines and deep‑V hull for stability
- Tournament‑grade cockpit with fighting chair
- Air‑conditioned cabin, shaded seating, restroom, and Starlink WiFi
- Open bar, breakfast, and complimentary drone photography included
Captain Luis is known for his sharp sonar work and efficient bait deployment — ideal for mixed‑species days.
🎣 Catch Highlights – November 6th
Striped Marlin
| Estimated Weight | Gear Used | Fight Time |
|---|---|---|
| ~170 lbs | Shimano Tiagra 30W, rigged ballyhoo | 55 minutes |
- Hookup Time: 8:10 AM
- Outcome: Clean release after a strong aerial fight
- Angler Highlight: Guest from Calgary released the marlin after a textbook pitch‑bait hookup
Dorado (Mahi Mahi)
| Weight Range | Gear Used | Strike Window |
|---|---|---|
| 18–30 lbs | Penn 30W, skirted ballyhoo rigs | 9:30–11:00 AM |
- Total Dorado Landed: 4
- Bonus: One dorado taken on a live sardine pitched near floating debris
🧰 Gear & Brands Featured Onboard
| Brand | Gear Type | Why It’s Used |
|---|---|---|
| Shimano Tiagra | Reels | Smooth drag for marlin surface runs |
| Penn International | Reels | Fast retrieve for dorado |
| Black Bart | Lures | Proven striped marlin attractors |
| Seaguar Fluoro | Leader Line | Stealth and abrasion resistance |
| Costa Del Mar | Polarized Sunglasses | Spotting tailing marlin and dorado under glare |
🌐 Book Your Cabo Adventure with Blue Sky Cabo
Whether you’re chasing marlin, dorado, or planning a family‑friendly charter, Blue Sky Cabo delivers premium experiences with elite crews and tournament‑grade vessels.
- 📧 info@blueskycabo.com
- 📞 +1 480‑635‑2965
- 🌐 https://www.blueskycabo.com
- 🛥️ TripAdvisor: Blue Sky Cabo Fishing and Tours
✅ Final Takeaway: A Classic Mixed‑Species November Bite
The November 6th trip aboard Blue Sky delivered the best of both worlds — a powerful striped marlin release and steady dorado action. With Captain Luis’s tactical precision, the RIVERA 43’s comfort and range, and ideal seasonal conditions, this charter showcased why November is one of Cabo’s most productive offshore months.
