🐋🐬 Cabo Fishing Report: Marlin & Dorado on Blue Sky – November 1st, 2025
On November 1st, 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 currents pushing bait toward the Golden Gate Bank, Captain Luis and crew delivered a productive mixed‑species day with strong surface action and clean releases.
🌊 Offshore Conditions – November 1st Snapshot
- Water Temperature: 82°F
- Sea State: Light chop, 2–3 ft swell
- Hot Zones: Golden Gate Bank, Pacific drop‑offs, floating debris ~16 miles offshore
- Tactics Used:
- Trolling skirted ballyhoo and small feathers
- Pitching live caballito to tailing marlin
- Casting sardines near floating debris for dorado
Early November is prime time for striped marlin and schooling dorado, and this trip lined up perfectly with the seasonal bite.
🛥️ 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 and multi‑rod setup
- Air‑conditioned cabin, shaded seating, restroom, and Starlink WiFi
- Open bar, breakfast, and complimentary drone photography included
Captain Luis is known for his bait‑tracking precision and aggressive trolling style, often producing high‑volume hookups with lean spreads and sharp sonar work.
🎣 Catch Highlights – November 1st
Striped Marlin
| Estimated Weight | Gear Used | Fight Time |
|---|---|---|
| ~165 lbs | Shimano Tiagra 30W, rigged ballyhoo | 55 minutes |
- Hookup Time: 8:05 AM, ~14 miles offshore
- Outcome: Clean release after multiple aerial runs
- Angler Highlight: Guest from Chicago released the marlin after a textbook pitch‑bait hookup
Dorado (Mahi Mahi)
| Weight Range | Gear Used | Strike Window |
|---|---|---|
| 18–32 lbs | Penn 30W, skirted ballyhoo rigs | 9:30–11:15 AM |
- Total Dorado Landed: 5
- Bonus: One bull 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 battles |
| 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 November Offshore Combo
The November 1st 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 Cabo is one of the world’s premier destinations for mixed‑species offshore fishing.
