2 day Gambler canyon adventures!

[Charlie Tuna]

Ok folks, Captain Bob and the Gambler are doing it again in the 2012!
There are 2 trips scheduled this year instead of one:
September 27th thru the 29th which is NOT being offered yet outside of NJ Fishing.com and October 7th thru the 9th which is posted on the boats web site now.
Call the office quick to get your spots reserved for these exciting trips before they are booked up. Don't miss out on the action this year!

Last years trip was SIMPLY AWESOME and I am sure all who went last year have not stopped thinking about it since.

Don't read about it this year, Do it!

[Pennsy Guy]

Done..both trips...

Chucky

[Charlie Tuna]

Knew you would Buddy!

[Richy B]

In for the 27th trip, deposit made. Looking forward to fishing with you guys again, ot's been a couple years since the last one!:D

[BCinerie]

Looking forward to fishing with everyone again!!! Let the games begin!!! I cant do the 2nd trip at this time but am going to try !!! I can not believe all that went last are not filing this trip!!! I looking forward to meeting some new folks.


This has to become a sticky!!post!!


BC

[JDshots]

I'm going to shoot for the 27th. Just need to confirm time off from work and I'm in.

[nmc02]

How much?

[BCinerie]

the cost is $595 leave at noon return at noon 3 rd day+-2 hrs!! sept 27-29. A great canyon warrior t-shirt is included. Limit of 20 ppl so there is plenty of room!! I think this year will better ,since we learned a few thing from last year!!! Get on while there is time! and space!! going to be a great trip. I have been bothering Capt since January to book this trip!! I am ready!!!! This trip is the best for targeting Swordfish, tuna and mahi!!! You really have to pick ur time to fish and sleep, since it is so long it is almost impossible to fish the whole time. Sleep on the way out fish like hell sleep a few houtrs and fish like hell some more go to bed and wake up at the inlet!!. The last trip we jigged, chunked for the tuna, pot hopped for mahi and jigged some more, chunked again then jigged at sunrise!!! in other words lots of fishing!!

[AndyS]

FULL MOON Sept 30

NEW MOON Sept. 16 and Oct 15

[Pennsy Guy]

Yea, I saw that...love the moon, full and new!!! can't wait...Nov trip falls between full & quarter moon...

[thunder835]

Hey Chucky!

I think Tim and I will be booking the September trip. Just have to call and get our deposit in. I cannot wait to do this trip again!!! Last year was just flat out AWESOME!

Mark

[gamblerkeith]

Are we there yet.........in!!!!???

[capt74]

Keith , Are you going?

[Ol Pedro]

Keith , Are you going?
I can do the Second trip .

[gamblerkeith]

Keith , Are you going?
Of course

[Sport]

Bob's dad here.

The first of these 2 trips is nearly booked already. 2nd trip has about has about 5 guys signed up. Don't wait! With just 20 guys, there is plenty of fishing/elbow space.

[BCinerie]

Bob Sr, i am trying to get my uncle to go, you used to call him "6/0" Bill. He is to non comittle!!! It is the best 2 day trip out there!!! on the Best boat around.

BC

[thunder835]

Tried calling today to reserve 2 spots for the September trip but had to leave a voicemail. Trying not to get too excited but after last years trip, how can you not be excited?!?!?!?!?!

[Richy B]

Once the first trip is full can someone post the names up?
Looking forward to my Birthday Tuna Trip!

[nmc02]

I booked the last spot today on the sept trip.........sold out. I cant wait.

[Muldune]

Im in on the first trip but cant get the days off for the second one:( .Looking forward to seeing everyone again and some new faces.We had an absolute blast:)

[thunder835]

DAMN! I did not want to see a post with the phrase "SOLD OUT" in it. I guess we'll need to wait until October now.

[thunder835]

Just booked our spots for the October trip! :D :D :D All we gotta do now is wait.....:( :confused:

[Charlie Tuna]

Sounds like they are close to being all filled up now. First one looks to be full and the second one has quite a few spots taken. Better make the call and get in before it's too late.
Keep in mind that these are limited to 20 per trip and the fare is $595.
There is no other trip out there with this amount of potential fishing time for this price.
The target species are Yellowfin and Longfin with the ever possible bonus of Mahi, Bigeye, swords and if the conditions are right, tiles and all the other canyon critters that may come out to play.

[thunder835]

I called and added a 3rd person in our group to the October trip. When I called yesterday to book our 2 spots, we were 6 and 7, so today I took spot #8 as well.

[BCinerie]

I really think the 2 day format might really catch on!!! I would run 1 trip monday return wed and 1 trip friday and return sunday!!! 20-24 person limit at $595 is a steal!!! It gives you 36 hrs of fishing time. What the best thing is , you get the night bite , morning bite, night bite and morning bite again if you need it!!! the 24hr trips really only give you the night chunk, morning bite then your done!!! just my 2 cents!!!!


BC

[thunder835]

Just called and added a 4th person to my group of guys for the October trip. Not sure how many spots are left because I had to leave a voicemail. If I hear back I will post an update on the October trip.

[JDshots]

Just booked myself on the Oct 7th trip, I was number 10. So the trip is half full now.

[BCinerie]

I know it is only April but I do not want anyone to miss this 2 day trip!!! Get on the October trip while there is still space!!! You will not regret it!!!

BC

[Muldune]

BC which trip are you booked on? Chuck and I cant wait

[Ol Pedro]

BC which trip are you booked on? Chuck and I cant waitI think that he's on the first trip . I'll miss the first but I'm avail. for the second .

[BCinerie]

I am on the first trip!!! I can not wait either!! I am not able to make the second one at this time do to that damn thing called work. But if there is room in a month or so I might give it a try!~!. I am already making small purchases so it does not all hit at once!!!

[thunder835]

Looks like we now have a 5th person in our group for the October trip! That should make a minimum of 11 total for the October trip.

[Pennsy Guy]

Looks like we now have a 5th person in our group for the October trip! That should make a minimum of 11 total for the October trip.
Hey Mark, you're going to fill the trip:) :)

[Muldune]

Thats good BC thats the one Im on.Too bad Pete you cant make that one.You will be missed hope to see you soon

[Ol Pedro]

Thats good BC thats the one Im on.Too bad Pete you cant make that one.You will be missed hope to see you soon
John , I'm available for all but two trips (end of months) so we will see what shakes out . I should be down every Sunday till the Bass stop biting then Saturday nights for Bluefish . I didn't get to kill anything for you or Chuck last Season .

[gamblerkeith]

John , I'm available for all but two trips (end of months) so we will see what shakes out . I should be down every Sunday till the Bass stop biting then Saturday nights for Bluefish . I didn't get to kill anything for you or Chuck last Season .
Its ok Pete I did!!!!!!!!

[gamblerkeith]

John , I'm available for all but two trips (end of months) so we will see what shakes out . I should be down every Sunday till the Bass stop biting then Saturday nights for Bluefish . I didn't get to kill anything for you or Chuck last Season .
Its ok Pete I did!!!!!!!!

[Ryan W]

I should be down Saturday nights for Bluefish .

Dammit I thought I finally got rid of you :(

[gamblerkeith]

Dammit I thought I finally got rid of you :(
Really? Pete is part of the parking lot down there

[thunder835]

I was trying Chucky! I really was! I think 5 will be our limit though as I have asked pretty much everyone I know! LOL I am glad that I was able to get a few extra guys, it'll make for another great experience for everyone!!!

Hey Mark, you're going to fill the trip:) :)

[Ol Pedro]

I was trying Chucky! I really was! I think 5 will be our limit though as I have asked pretty much everyone I know! LOL I am glad that I was able to get a few extra guys, it'll make for another great experience for everyone!!!
All the spots will be sold out before most people realize what is going on ! I always say the more people you know at the rail the better off you are !

[Captain Mike C]

Gerry can we make this a sticky and get it over with, lol.

[thunder835]

I completely agree! I met a few guys on last years trip as it was the 1st time I was on the Gambler. I don't really know who is who on here versus who was on the trip with the exception of Chucky!

All the spots will be sold out before most people realize what is going on ! I always say the more people you know at the rail the better off you are !

[Charlie Tuna]

Anybody jump on recently and get a number on the 2nd trip?
Curious to see how many are still open now.

[thunder835]

Their website has 10 Open Spots listed yet. I had another friend inquire about the trip on Monday but I do not know if he called.

[Muldune]

Charlie,Are you on the first trip?

[Charlie Tuna]

Yes I am. Could not do the 2nd one. Business conference.
Booked and am booking other overnite dates in Oct too.

[Muldune]

Good,Chuck and I are looking forward to fishing with again.We are booked on all the weekend trips in Oct

[capt74]

John, Maby you will see me ! Got Boots

[Muldune]

Hope so Greg,No boots but looking for a pair of sneakers to go with the socks

[Pennsy Guy]

Yea Greg, we need you and Keith on as many trips as possible---great karma for us!!!!!

[capt74]

Chuck, Love fishing with you and John. I think you will see me on a few trips. John the sneakers are like Smith Barney YOU HAVE TO EARN THEM ! LMAO

[Muldune]

Just hand me the rod! or was that keith LMAO

[JDshots]

Just hand me the rod! or was that keith LMAO

That jig bite was a chinese fire drill. LOL

I think I ended up with Keiths rod and you ended up with my rod.

[Ol Pedro]

Yea Greg, we need you and Keith on as many trips as possible---great karma for us!!!!!
Thanks Chuck ! You really know how to kick a guy in the Nuts !

[capt74]

John I will hand you Keiths rod. Do you know what size shoe Ckuck wears?

[capt74]

Pete, Maby you and I should work this trip and show them how it's done. But I don't know if we can do it without Keith. Who would tell us what we are doing wrong ? Thats after he has his nap.

[BCinerie]

Now that is funny because it is true!

[gamblerkeith]

Pete, Maby you and I should work this trip and show them how it's done. But I don't know if we can do it without Keith. Who would tell us what we are doing wrong ? Thats after he has his nap.
Notice how I am saying nothing......just letting you make an ass out of your self......lol now thats funny

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[Pennsy Guy]

Thanks Chuck ! You really know how to kick a guy in the Nuts !
WHOOPS!!!! Pete, everyone knows that you're always included...even if you're not specifically named!!! After all, who mentored me on all those nite bluefish trips!!! WHOOPS!!! Sorry Muldune...I better quit, I'm digging a hole I can't get out!!!!!

[Ol Pedro]

WHOOPS!!!! Pete, everyone knows that you're always included...even if you're not specifically named!!! After all, who mentored me on all those nite bluefish trips!!! WHOOPS!!! Sorry Muldune...I better quit, I'm digging a hole I can't get out!!!!!
Chuck , you know no matter what team is on deck we will do our best to put fish on the boat . Capt. Mike , Capt. Jeff , Dave Halburg, and Capt. Rich Dulsky were my main Tuna Mentors out here . Remember when Rich showed us how to tie Palomar knots 18-20 years ago ? I'll be blessed to be in the rotation this Season .

[Muldune]

Chucky I'LL always have a long rope to pull you out of the hole no matter how deep it is but remember I didnt teach you everthing I know.
Greg chucky can use a pair of socks thats fine with me.
Pete you a always there in thought without your knowledge my Big eye in California would be just a dream.
Keith I knew you couldnt keep your mouth shut:) :) :)

[capt74]

Well said Maldune.

[capt74]

His underware is getting knotted up as we spesk.

[Pennsy Guy]

His underware is getting knotted up as we spesk.
Yea, and it hurts...ARGGGHHH...."and that's all I have to say about that"

[Muldune]

Better watch what we say,might need his gorilla arms at some point.Keith its all in fun dont get your panties in a twist.

[Pennsy Guy]

I don't worry about Keith, after all when I pooped out he strong-armed that 60# yft on my 30# test rig---I never put the bend in it like he did--didn't know it would--I was scared to death it was going to break---I do now and bent it to its fullest extent last year---he and the rest of the Gambler crew can use my gear anytime they want:) :) :) "That's my story and I'm stickin' to it"

[BCinerie]

It has been a month since anyone has posted on this. Has anyone heard anything on the canyons??? Saw a report a few weeks ago then nothing??? Just bought some new line , going to wait a month or so to put in on.


BC

[Ol Pedro]

[QUOTE=BCinerie]It has been a month since anyone has posted on this. Has anyone heard anything on the canyons??? Saw a report a few weeks ago then nothing??? Just bought some new line , going to wait a month or so to put in on.

There's mid 60's water on and inshore of the Hudson on both walls on down close to the Toms according to the Rutgers site . No reports of anyone fishing it that I hasve heard .

[Pennsy Guy]

It has been a month since anyone has posted on this. Has anyone heard anything on the canyons??? Saw a report a few weeks ago then nothing??? Just bought some new line , going to wait a month or so to put in on.


BC
I couldn't wait...respooled everything, now I've got to go fly my kites to tighten it up on the reels....the kites put a nice bend on the rods, especially the 8' shark;) :)

Now the hurricanes are starting already, second depression has formed between Georgia and Bermuda...it isn't even the season yet(officially, that is):eek: :mad:

[BCinerie]

Hope everyone is surviving the heat!!! I had a question, was going to buy some flourocarbon leader, but was wondering if I should wait?? the reason is do you think the stuff on sale now is fresh? or from last years stock?? any thoughts?? looking to pu 50 60 and some 80lb

BC

[capt74]

BC I think you are ok to buy it now. Tuna season has started and the shops that sell fluro have moved out old stock by now. You want 40 thru 80

[BCinerie]

Reels have fresh line, flouro purchased , added a few jigs to the collection!! handfull of rigs tied, the only thing I need is egg sinkers. Would be nice to get some live spot , tinkers or peanut bunker ?? or something live. Does the capt have a live well available?? a lttle over 8 weeks!!! till we go.

BC

[kyle7683]

Are there any spots left on this trip?

[BCinerie]

I think it's been sold out for months and months but it wouldn't hurt to check with the captain

[Pennsy Guy]

kyle..I see Bob has updated the tuna trips availability, Oct. 48hr trip sold out but still plenty of room on the 24hr trips...why not jump on a couple of them...some of us are doing the Saturday trips in Oct and the one in Nov. I hear the tuna calling;) ;)

Chucky

[BCinerie]

6 weeks!! New Line , new rigs, more jigs, reels lubed , now the fish have to show up!! anyword on the canyons??? I know a few are inshore from the reports!!!


I am itching for a tuna!!

BC

[Suckafish]

Just wondering where to send deposit and equipment needed to being ( rods) also how many spots our available for sept trip?

[Suckafish]

Just wondering where to send deposit and equipment needed to bring( rods) also how many spots our available for sept trip?

[Ol Pedro]

Both 2 days are sold out . Go on the Gambler Icon on the front page of this site and check out the Offshore schedule . They may have a stand by list for the 2 days . There are still some openings on 1 day trips . I fish 80 lb tackle . I also would bring a Mahi rod that will double for jigging Squid at night .

[BCinerie]

I would bring no less then 3 outfits, 1 Chunking outfit 50-80lb class, 1 jigging outfit, a little longer then stand up and a little lighter, and a spinniing ouitfit for mahi. Then there are the essentials, hooks 2/0 -8/0 , flouro leaders 40lb to 80lb, egg sinkers 2oz to 8 oz, squid jigs, hgeavy sinkers to drop for tiles, balloons, ball bearing swivels , jigs of various size and styles and the list goes on.

I persoanlly bring 5 outfits.,

1. 6 ft chunking rod with 80 lb test with a 50 tw
2. 6 ft chunjking outfit with a 9/0 reel with 60 lb test
3. 7 ft jig stick with 50 lb mono and a 6/0 size reel
4. 6.5 all purpose type rod with a 4/0 size reel and 50 lb test
5. 6.5 ft mahi outfit with 14lb test /braid and flouro etc

I might add 1- 7 ft light jig stick with a tld 20 reel and 30-40 lb test for fun!!!

Food for 2.5 days , cloths and raingear, boots, I could go on but you get the jist of it!!!

[Pennsy Guy]

BC, the 30# isn't just for fun, I've gotten a couple of pool fish with my 30#-but it is fun catching on it...

I bring four outfits: 80#, 50#, 30# and 50# jig. I usually jig when we go pot hopping for mahi, you never know;)

[BCinerie]

OK all, I know it is 5 weeks out and I have lots of faith but now would be the time to start saying a few prayers to the tuna gods!!!

BC

[capt74]

BC, Your are fishing on the GAMBLER. The tuna God's are always with you!!!!!

[Muldune]

Amen to that Greg wont be long now cant wait.Need a new pair of socks

[capt74]

Rembemer John the Smith Barney rule. YOU HAVE TO EARN THEM. I will be rooting for you, but keep your eye on Chuck.

[Pennsy Guy]

Greg, I just do my thing, right or wrong...might be trying a couple of "new", well, different things this year.....depending on weather;)

Chucky

Getting closer...tic-toc, tic-toc.....

[Muldune]

"New" different things....I will definitly be keeping my eye on you Chucky:)

[BCinerie]

3 weeks plus a few days, I said a prayer and they came, I had a dream and prayed some more and more showed up!!! It is all coming together!!! I have looked through the tackle bag 2-3 times and I think I am all set. The only thing I will have to pick up are some XXXXL large squid and whole mackerel for swordies and maybe some tile bait?? What is the best for tiles??

BC

[Muldune]

Butterfish chunks or squid but from the reports dont think your arms are going to be able to handle tiles.Its getting better and better out there

[Muldune]

Forgot to mention Chef Tom will be running the Galley on this years Tuna trips.Great Fishermans Breakfast along with Pork roll egg and cheese sandwiches.Fantastic cheesesteaks,Burgers,and Dogs

[Chico]

It has been my experience that nothing beats fresh mackerel for tilefish bait. Bluefish is also great, as is fresh squid. Make sure you bring along mackerel rigs and squid jigs in case they show up under the lights.

[BCinerie]

Planning on hitting the inlet before the trip to try to put something fresh for bait on ice!! I will have plenty of squid and sibiki jigs also. In all my years have never ran into mackeral or herring on an offshore trip!!! Thanks for the tip on the tile bait!!!

[BCinerie]

2 weeks !!!! I am itchin to go fishin!!!

[BCinerie]

1 week! I can't wait ! Every one pray to the weather and Tuna gods!

[Chris1129]

Good luck guys....I'll be out with Capt Bob on the Gambler for Tuna this Thursday-Friday! I'll let you know how we do! Couldn't swing the 2 day this year!

[the1jonc]

Have a great time. Wish I could come but I am still in doghouse after my 3 day trip.


Based on my trip last week definitely bring a light spinning rod and squid jigs, plus a livewell/bucket with aerator if you can.

Live squid were definitely the hot bait. Plus my friend took home 4 dozen fresh calamari to eat.

[BCinerie]

Chris- looking forward to your report, let us know what was hot and not. I need all the help I can get! I know if they are out there capt. Bob will find them! Your on the right boat! No pressure capt Bob!

[Muldune]

Good Luck Chris give us a report when you get in.......Let them run!

[thunder835]

Getting very excited! Cannot believe that it's been 5+ months since I booked our spots on the 2nd trip. Only 16 more days and I am having a hard time not thinking about it. All you guys going next week, MAKE SURE TO POST RESULTS!

Mark H.

[Chris1129]

Hopefully u will do better then us!!! 6 tuna......lots of tile....no mahi.....it is what is is! CREW IS STILL TOP NOTCH! Get em on the Gambler!

[Jay]

Definitely awesome crew. Capt Bob and crew worked there tails off to get us on the fish. I got skunked but still had a blast!

[BCinerie]

Thu
SW to W winds 15 to 20 kt...shifting to N to NE and diminishing to 10 kt. Seas subsiding to 2 to 4 ft.
Fri
N to NE winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 3 to 4 ft.

a nice tuna chop!!!! I think they always bite better in a NE blow!!!

[Muldune]

NICE, N.E. chop, Capt Bob will find em

[Pennsy Guy]

Saw that...FANTASTIC...is it Thursday yet???

[Richy B]

Got some fresh deer jerky made up and hopefully will be smoking some eggs on Wednesday for the trip. It's been a couple years since the last trip.....I am excited!

[BCinerie]

Car is packed and ready to go! Kids to school in am then 9 hrs to the east and will see everyone at the boat! On Thursday . Hopefully the tuna gods will be kind along with the weather gods. What time is everyone getting there? Was planning on 10 am myself? And try to catch some fresh bait off the wall!

[Pennsy Guy]

I think everyone is sooooooooo ready for this trip!!! NOAA's report looks good NE to SE with 3-5 to 2-4 ft seas and 15-20 down to 10-15 kts. Nasty lady is on vacation-hope she's on an extended vaca...Tropical storm Nadine is still screwing around 2-3 hundred mls off Gibraltar-she's been wandering around the Eastern Atlantic for quite some time now. See you all Thursday AM 10-10:30...one more day....

TIC-TOC, TIC-TOC

[tautog]

Good luck fellas.

[Ol Pedro]

Kevin is down cutting chunks as we key . Catch Um UP 1

[BCinerie]

30 flats will take a while ha ha! I am sooooo ready!

[Muldune]

Chucky,Brandon and everyone else have a safe ride to the boat.I should be there around 9:30.It sucks being 5 mins to the boat.Drive Safetly the fish will wait for us See ya all tomorrow.:)

[thunder835]

Good Luck to all the guys and crew heading out tomorrow! Catch a lot but not too many! :D Leave some for us guys going next week. It's been a very long wait and I can't wait any longer! Next Sunday can't get here soon enough. Be safe and catch em up!

Mark H

[Richy B]

Still doing some last minute stuff. Need to go food shopping yet. I'll get down there as early as possible for the tailgate party.
Made a stop at the Asian Market for some Tuna Treats!:D

[AndyS]

Waiting on a report !!!

[thunder835]

Anyone have any reports yet? Chomping at the bit for next Sundays trip!

[BCinerie]

Prelim report. 35 or so yellowfin 2 longfin. 1 sword 1 tile and few ling Great trip a very tricky bite. I went 2 for 4. I lost one was cut off by someone's braid line they should not have had! The fish were 60 to 80 and mean! I has one run 100 yards with 23 lbs of drag on him! Great trip and captain and crew! I am sure more will report !

[2na]

Sounds like a good trip. It was tuff in the canyon last night...strong current. I'm looking foreward to joining on next Sunday's trip.
Just had a question maybe someone could help with: Does The Gambler have an oven in the galley? I'd like to prep some lasagna and/or casseroles to share with the rest of the crew. Thanks

[Chris1129]

Just had a question maybe someone could help with: Does The Gambler have an oven in the galley?

I'm pretty sure they just have a microwave and an electric griddle.

[tautog]

If the lasagna or pasta is in one of those throwaway tinfoil containers you can slowly heat it on the hot plate set on a low temp. Did that with bakes ziti on a charter once, took a while but worked nicely.

[2na]

OK, thanks. Maybe I'll make them in a microwave safe dish or something. I'll try to find something disposable so I don't have to do dishes!