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August 10, 2026

ON THE WATER REPORT:

The Grande is returning from from their full day offshore trip with 108 Yellowfin Tuna and 8 Skipjack!!! Click HERE to book your spot!

The Tradition checked in from their full day offshore trip with 30 Yellowfin Tuna, 2 Dorado and 2 Skipjack!!! Book a spot here!

The Sea adventure 80 returned from their 3.5 day trip with LIMITS of Bluefin Tuna, 12 Dorado, 12 Yellowtail and 1 Skipjack! Book the Sea adventure 80 here

The Little G returned from their 2.5 day with LIMITS of Bluefin Tuna, 4 Yellowtail, 4 Dorado, 1 White Seabass and 9 Sheephead for their 5 anglers! Check out the Little G here

 

August 9, 2026

           The Sea Adventure 80 is returning from their 3.5 day trip with LIMITS of Bluefin Tuna, 12 Dorado, 12 Yellowtail and 1 Skipjack! Book Here

The Legend returned from a 3 Day with Limits (168) of Bluefin Tuna up to 150 Lbs, 23 Yellowfin Tuna, 3 Yellowtail, 4 Dorado and 2 Halibut!!!

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The Ranger 85 returned from their 1.5 Day trip with 16 Yellowtail and 5 Bluefin Tuna!!!

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If you want to get bit during the summer offshore season, you need to master the flyline! Flylining live bait on a charter boat means casting a lively baitfish (like a sardine or anchovy) into the water with little to no added weight, allowing it to swim naturally away from the boat with the current or drift. Because the giant Bluefin have moved on and we are transitioning into daytime kelp patty action for Yellowfin and Dorado, the fish can be a bit more line-shy. This means your live bait presentation has to be absolutely perfect. In this quick guide, we break down exactly how to rig your rod based on what the bait barges are handing out!
San Diego's summer is really just beginning, and the offshore bite has transitioned to warm water fishing. As we roll into August, we are seeing less of the giant Bluefin and a lot more classic summertime kelp patty action. With warm water and great weather, it's the perfect time to jump on a Full Day, Overnight, or 1.5-Day trip to target Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado, Yellowtail, and Skipjack. Because the target species and conditions have changed, your tackle needs to change with it! In this video, we break down exactly what you need in your tackle box to ensure you get bit during these daytime summer trips. Summer Tackle Breakdown: Line: Scale down! You want 20 to 25 lb fluorocarbon leader for live bait since daytime fish can be line-shy. For lures, you can bump up to 30 or 40 lb test, but make sure your reel has a very light free-spool so the lure can drop fast. Hooks & Weights: The bait barges have been throwing curveballs! Bring tiny hooks (size 4 or even 6) for pinhead anchovies, and pair them with a small rubber core or egg sinker (1/2 oz or less) to help the bait swim away from the boat. Also, pack larger hooks (size 1/0 or 2/0) just in case the barge is loaded with massive sardines! Lures: Match the hatch! The fish are feeding on tiny bait, so downsize your jigs. We recommend 20 to 40-gram jigs (30g is the sweet spot), though you can go up to 60g if needed. What is your absolute favorite light-tackle setup for pulling Yellowfin and Dorado off a summer kelp patty? Let us know in the comments! 👍 If you found this tackle guide helpful, hit that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE to H&M Landing for more weekly catch reports and gear tips! Rig Up & Ride Out: The summer bite is hot! Stop by the H&M Landing tackle shop to stock up on these exact hooks, fluorocarbon, and jigs, then book your open party tickets or private charters online today.
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