Open Boat for Canyon

[Flygaff]

I am looking for an open boat for canyon runs. Yellowfin, Shark, & Swords. The boat I have been using for many years is no longer available.

[WhaleFart]

Jenny Lee Sportfishing

[Flygaff]

2 Much $$

[John D.]

It looks like the spreads are tracking in this thread

What cost range are you looking at and your expectations for the trip? Jenny Lee is an excellent boat and most of the 6 pack boats are priced about the same. Not sure which boat you used to go on that cost much less?

[Gerry Zagorski]

It looks like the spreads are tracking in this thread

What cost range are you looking at and your expectations for the trip? Jenny Lee is an excellent boat and most of the 6 pack boats are priced about the same. Not sure which boat you used to go on that cost much less?

Yep, you get what you pay for and most boats are priced about the same...

[Flygaff]

I've been going out with the Tenacious a few times a year for the past 10-12- years or so. I have my boat that can get me to the canyon, but its small for the overnight thing. I've been paying 500 - 600 for years. I'm not looking to charter. just maybe fill a charter when needed. or an open boat. I've done the party boat thing many times buy not crazy about that. I guess we're all looking for deals.

[John D.]

I think most open boats or charters to the canyon will cost roughly about the same across boats in the 44’ class. 60’ boats will run more. Never got to fish on the Tenacious but it seemed he ran a great trip with great results.

[Flygaff]

i think most open boats or charters to the canyon will cost roughly about the same across boats in the 44’ class. 60’ boats will run more. Never got to fish on the tenacious but it seemed he ran a great trip with great results.

the best

[Capt Sal]

2 Much $$

REALLY! You get what you pay for???:confused:

[Gerry Zagorski]

the best

Not to take anything away from Bernie since he's a great fishermen but most who are fishing in the canyons these days are not retired, do this for a living and don't have the luxury and reduced expenses of keeping their boat behind their home.

If you want to Canyon fish, you'll be hard pressed to find someone to do it like Bernie did...

[nmc02]

I too fished w Capt Bernie many trips. I loved fishing w him. As others stated, fuel costs have risen. The average overnight trip w tip is $750 to $800. I also recommend Jenny Lee.
An alternative would be a trip to cape cod. You can get on opening boats for $600 for a 8 hr day trip.

[Flygaff]

Fuel prices are down from last year. $800.00 is just crazy per person for an overnight. Crazy, Crazy, Criminal Crazy.

[fiftywide]

$1000 -$1500 in fuel
500 in bait
200 in ice
5-8 K per year for a slip
10's of thousands of dollars in equipment and gear and tackle and maintaining it all so it is ready for a 280 lb bigeye or a 400 lb sword
Insurance
Concurrent boat maintenance and up to date safety equipment so your safe 100 miles offshore
Captains and mates pay for a 24 hour job
Plus it supports local business in an economically stressed industry.

Its not crazy at all for a good quality charter operation to get 4K-5K for an overnighter.

There is a lot more to it then just jumping on a boat but I'm sure you know that.

I will say if you want bang for your buck jump on a Long Range trip out of San Diego. 5-8 day trips for 2200-2800 bucks. Some of the best fishing I've ever seen.

[Flygaff]

I've done a few trips out of San Diego. Great trips. I'm just saying those kind of prices are not for me. I'll take my boat out for $500.00. You just have to pick the day in a 25. I wish the charter industry the best. They just have to do it without me. For now I will chase the Bluefin until there gone.

[Harpoon]

There is a price for a captain who is on the grounds multiple days per week, has a good network and are proven to put clients on fish. Its not just gas/insurance etc. Its a guide service.