Reel Seat Tile trip #2

[Dave A]

We are once again running a one day tilefish trip for beginners on the Voyager. The date for this trip is thur. night Aug 8 for fishing on the 9th. Aug 15/16 is the weather date. Please make sure you can make both dates. Our first trip was a huge success with everyone catching tilefish. There were even 3 tilefish in the 40lb class boated. The cost for the trip is $300.00 per person. If we cannot fill the trip with beginners, we will open it up to everyone. The trip is limited to 21. Everyone gets a bunk and there is plenty of room at the rail. Please call us for more information and to make your reservations.

[Dave A]

We have 15 spots left. Don't be left at the dock!

[PaBeerGuy]

PaBeerGuy wants to go, I'm not a beginner exactly but I'm not real good at it yet either.:( So do I qualify?:)

[Dave A]

PaBeerGuy wants to go, I'm not a beginner exactly but I'm not real good at it yet either.:( So do I qualify?:)

Sure! Call the shop and welcome aboard!

[PaBeerGuy]

My check is in the mail. Can't beat these tile trips when Dave's running the show. :D who else is in?

[JayO]

My check is in the mail. Can't beat these tile trips when Dave's running the show. :D who else is in?

I'm signed up too. After last month's trip, I'm hooked! :D

[Fish Head]

Dave - Great idea great deal. Should be a great sucess.

[Dave A]

Friday update...we only have 7 spots left

[JayO]

Hey Guys,

I stopped by Friday at the Reel Seat and dropped my check off for this upcoming trip. I wanted to mention that Dave is also offering the Tile seminar again the weekend before. The last one I was at answered all of the questions about tackle, bait, rods, reels, etc. That was also my first on the Voyager and the crew is top notch! I'm looking forward to another great trip... :D

[BIGARIEL]

Woo Hoo I Am In Cant Wait To Slay Some Golden :d

[PaBeerGuy]

Getting pumped! What's the head count Dave?:D Will the galley be open for that trip?

[Dave A]

Getting pumped! What's the head count Dave?:D Will the galley be open for that trip?

Dan,
We only have 5 spots left. Yes, the galley will be open.

[Dave A]

Only 2 spots left.

[AquaDawg]

Dave: I need one spot. Tried calling, no answer.

[Dave A]

Dave: I need one spot. Tried calling, no answer.

Call me tomorrow. We were only open until 3:00 today. Will be open from 7:00am to 6:00 pm tomorrwo, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm sat and 6:00 am to 2:00 pm sunday

[PaBeerGuy]

We are all filled up by now I would guess?;)

[Dave A]

We are all filled up by now I would guess?;)

Just got a call from someone holding 2 spots and they had to cancel. So if anyone is interested we have 2 spots available.

[PaBeerGuy]

Maybe have a shot at some tuna out there the way they're reporting. Big action jigging bluefins in the 50 lb class off Cape May from Kil on a ns charter.

[Dave A]

Maybe have a shot at some tuna out there the way they're reporting. Big action jigging bluefins in the 50 lb class off Cape May from Kil on a ns charter.

Dan, the tilefish gfrounds are not located anywhere close to where the bluefins are being jigged. However, I just got back wed morning from a 2 1/2 day tile trip and there were close to a dozen nice sized mahis caught along with a mako pushing 135lbs. And btw, there were some big slob tiles caught on this trip!

[PaBeerGuy]

Dan, the tilefish gfrounds are not located anywhere close to where the bluefins are being jigged. However, I just got back wed morning from a 2 1/2 day tile trip and there were close to a dozen nice sized mahis caught along with a mako pushing 135lbs. And btw, there were some big slob tiles caught on this trip!
We like SLOB Tiles. :D :D

[PaBeerGuy]

Getting itchy Dave. What bait will the boat provide?

[kevin kovach]

We will have whole squid and bluefish strips, and mackeral strips. Your welcome to bring whatever else you want. Salmon strips sometimes are very effective too.

Kevin

[dfish28]

Did you guys fill the boat yet???

[PaBeerGuy]

Gotta believe he did fill it by now. Just a week away!!!:D :D

[Dave A]

The trip has been sold out for at least 2 weeks. We will be scheduling more trips next year as the Voyager starts their tuna schedule in late August and it runs thru November.

[Dave A]

For everyone on the trip, don't forget our free seminar this Sunday at 2:00pm at the shop. You are welcome and encouraged to bring your rod and reel so we can make sure it can handle the heavy sinkers you will be using. This is not a sales pitch as we have 3 loaner outfits in case your equipment is not strong enough.

[PaBeerGuy]

I would love to come down to your shop tomorrow Dave, just too far to drive for the day without a trip on the other end to justify. I am good with my tile outfit, my buddy may need a loaner if we get in over 600'.:eek: Starting a weather watch for next Friday. Keeping my fingers crossed for good weather.;)

[PaBeerGuy]

How did the seminar go Dave? Sorry I couldn't make it, hoping you got a few participants though.
Weather check:

THU
S TO SW WINDS 5 TO 15 KT. SEAS 3 TO 5 FT.

FRI
W TO SW WINDS 10 TO 20 KT. SEAS 3 TO 6 FT.

How does this look?

[dfish28]

Looks like 5#s of lead to me

[PaBeerGuy]

Looks like 5#s of lead to me
YIKES,:eek: that's what I was afraid of.:eek: :eek: still early I know, but it's looking breezy.

[Chico]

Last trip I took was also breezy but Capt. Jeff used the engines to keep us on the bottom with 3#.

[PaBeerGuy]

that'll work.:D I guess:confused: How about drift socks?

[PaBeerGuy]

Think we'll sail tomorrow Dave? Should I check with Capt Jeff on their phone after 6 tomorrow?

[Dave A]

Think we'll sail tomorrow Dave? Should I check with Capt Jeff on their phone after 6 tomorrow?

Dan, as soon as I find out I will call everyone.

[dfish28]

Dave, I see you're on right now, just wanted to say thank you for your rigs, if you check a post of mine you'll see why, anyway thank you and guys... It's ok to use 5#s it gets you down faster anyway, the glo tube circle hook double rig was killing them! I recommend to stop and get a few and a 5# block just so you get down faster, pull it out of the mud, light bounce on drift then frees pool for a few, then tighten up and bring em in

[PaBeerGuy]

I've got 3s but no 5s. Boat should have some I guess. Is it ok to double up say a 2 and a 3 or is that too bulky?

[Scoundrel]

Would love to be on the next one.

Please advise

[Jay]

I've got 3s but no 5s. Boat should have some I guess. Is it ok to double up say a 2 and a 3 or is that too bulky?

What I did on a trip that I was scheduled back in May, which was cancelled. I had 18, 20 and 25oz flats. I taped two together with electrical tape. I crimped 100lb line through the holes. I had a friend utilize them he had no problem with it. If you need to use 5lb of lead you better bring some Ben gay. Their is going to be a lot sore arms. Good luck!

[LUCKY RIG'R]

Trip is blown out

[PaBeerGuy]

Trip is blown out
But at least we get another shot next week.:D After talking with Dave, I'm kind of glad they made the call because of how much the drift affects the fishing. We'll get 'em next week.

[Blackfish Bobby]

Hey guys.....what is the new sailing date. Thanks

[JayO]

We are sailing next Thursday evening to fish on Friday.

[Dave A]

We just had a cancellation for the trip so there is one spot available for this week's beginner tile trip. We will board at 9:00pm and sail at 10:00pm, returning friday night between 8 and 9pm. If you are interested, call the shop asap starting tomorrow at 7:00am. Eric, John, or Alex can help you as I am leaving tonight for a 2 day tile trip.

[JayO]

Good luck Dave. See you on Thursday! BTW, your Nuclear Coil bucktails and the Gulp Squidos I picked up in the shop the other day are working great up by Sandy Hook. :D

[PaBeerGuy]

Looks like Dave's having good weather out there today,:) tomorrow looks a little iffy though.:eek: Hoping our 1 day trip for Friday can sail. Fingers crossed.:D

[PaBeerGuy]

Weather's looking perfect!:D Hope they didn't hammer them too hard on their 2 day trip and saved some for us beginners!;)

[JayO]

Weather looks great PaBeerGuy! Not sure if you have fished the Voyager before. Just bring your big cooler. They will load you up with ice before boarding. See at the boat tonight!

-Jay

[PaBeerGuy]

We're boarding at 9.:D Ice at the dock and a beer before bedtime. Doesn't get much better than that.:cool: