Good Blackfish Boat?

[PeteyHD]

Looking for a good PB to go Toggin regularly this season preferably between Keyport and the Highlands. Any recommendations?

Thanks
Pete

[Joey Dah Fish]

Go south my brother go south. The Mimi or the Explorer can't miss with either one

[Joey Dah Fish]

Also smaller boat runs open trip the Mad Gaffer

[PeteyHD]

Go south my brother go south. The Mimi or the Explorer can't miss with either one

Isn't the Mimi a charter boat? Do they run open boats in weekends for tog?

[tautog]

Mimi runs quite a few open trips, check here or the website. The Big Mohawk is a very good tog boat too. Also Norma K, especially if you can make the Monday extended trip.

[hookset]

MIMI best around by far! Open trips limited to 20 ppl lots of room fast comfy boat and great crew! Even a microwave for soup on the extra cold days

[Jay]

MIMI best around by far! Open trips limited to 20 ppl lots of room fast comfy boat and great crew! Even a microwave for soup on the extra cold days

Agreed.....

[RussA]

Big Mohawk

[HDMarc]

MIMI best around by far! Open trips limited to 20 ppl lots of room fast comfy boat and great crew! Even a microwave for soup on the extra cold days

Second that...

[bubbatog]

The Ocean Explorer best Captain, Crew they really know their stuff. Day in and day out one of the most consistent boats.:)

[JIMMY L]

To answer your original question: I've fished every AH boat that blackfishes and found they will all put you on good bottom so it comes down to personal preferences,Captain,mates,etc. That being said larger fish come from the waters further south and Mimi and NormaK are top notch.

[Capt Sal]

To answer your original question: I've fished every AH boat that blackfishes and found they will all put you on good bottom so it comes down to personal preferences,Captain,mates,etc. That being said larger fish come from the waters further south and Mimi and NormaK are top notch.
The 22pounder caught recently was landed at Breezy Point.!7 phathoms produces large tog in Dec.There are large tog North and South.

[Fishfish]

Second that...
Third that! How are you? Cant wait for Tog season with Capt Kenny and Chris!....but isn't the guy looking for a boat sailing from the hook?

[jiocg1181]

If you are looking for a good blackfish boat in the AH area you have two choices. The Angler - George is as good as they come and the EB-II in the Highlands.

As far as other boats - Kenny on the Mimi works his *ss off to get you some nice Blackfish and its a smaller boat that can get on smaller pieces. The Ocean Explorer is a great boat as well if you are looking for weekends but it will get crowded.

The Big Mohawk is also a great boat that will put you on the fish. I have been on all of these boats and have done well on all of them.

I cant wait!!!

[HDMarc]

Third that! How are you? Cant wait for Tog season with Capt Kenny and Chris!....but isn't the guy looking for a boat sailing from the hook?

Hey Dennis, long time brother, hope to see you on November! His original post was geared towards boats in the Atlantic highlands/Highlands area, but as it appears we all have had different experiences on different boats along the coast and we all recommend where we've done our best. Like stated earlier, it all depend on personal preference; all the boats mentioned are great boats with great captains and crews and I don't think anyone would argue that point, but if he's partial to the Sandy Hook area, I don't think he'll have a problem finding what suits him.

[njboarder]

If you are looking for a good blackfish boat in the AH area you have two choices. The Angler - George is as good as they come and the EB-II in the Highlands.

As far as other boats - Kenny on the Mimi works his *ss off to get you some nice Blackfish and its a smaller boat that can get on smaller pieces. The Ocean Explorer is a great boat as well if you are looking for weekends but it will get crowded.

The Big Mohawk is also a great boat that will put you on the fish. I have been on all of these boats and have done well on all of them.

I cant wait!!!

Totally agree.

Angler, Big Mohwak, Mimi are my go-to boat for togs.

[wrktoomuch]

I know you said party boat, but keep a watch for any openings on the Tagged Fish out of the Highlands. For about the price of a party boat, you can jump on a six pack. Chad knows Blackfish and will help you get your limit.

[Blackfish Bobby]

There are many "bottom fishing" captains but only a handful of true "Blackfish Captains". Explore them all and the cream will rise to the top.

[PeteyHD]

So i guess the big recommendation is to take the extra ride further south to Belmar? Is there really a big difference from Highlands to Belmar?

[jerseyhunter]

wrecks and depths

[Jay]

I know you said party boat, but keep a watch for any openings on the Tagged Fish out of the Highlands. For about the price of a party boat, you can jump on a six pack. Chad knows Blackfish and will help you get your limit.

I agree, 150%. Tagged Fish, is the way to go if you're looking to stay around the Highlands.

[RussA]

So i guess the big recommendation is to take the extra ride further south to Belmar? Is there really a big difference from Highlands to Belmar?

Yes Belmar boats are way better in my honest opinion, and they don't watch a clock like most do in the Highlands.

If you like back at the dock at the same time all the time whether you started catching fish at the end of the day or not, Highland boats are king!

You want a Captain to keep you out and put the most effort in and actually catch fish, the Big Mohawk is your boat!

[Ahab123]

.......mimi ........

[jiocg1181]

Yes Belmar boats are way better in my honest opinion, and they don't watch a clock like most do in the Highlands.

If you like back at the dock at the same time all the time whether you started catching fish at the end of the day or not, Highland boats are king!

You want a Captain to keep you out and put the most effort in and actually catch fish, the Big Mohawk is your boat!


I have been on the Angler many times where George has put in OT to put a catch together. I know most highlands boats will watch the clock as they have second trips to make at night.

[Fisherman120]

Definitley recommend the Big Mohawk.

[kurtisb]

I go Mimi if I can get on. If not I'm on the Angler. Both are top notch captains and mates. Angler sails every day. It can be tough to get on the Mimi during tog season.

[Joey Dah Fish]

I go Mimi if I can get on. If not I'm on the Angler. Both are top notch captains and mates. Angler sails every day. It can be tough to get on the Mimi during tog season.
Because they are one of the best!!!!

[PeteyHD]

Thanks guys for all the feedback. Looks like I have a handful of boats to choose from. I guess I will just have to give the AH boats a shot this season and if anything I can drive the extra distance to Belmar and Point Pleasant like I used to do. Can't wait for the full limit season to open up!

[cptrb]

Prowler V Atlantic Highlands. 7:30-2:30 everyday! Lit up at 5:30AM! Fastest boat to the grounds!

[kurtisb]

Because they are one of the best!!!!


I agree 100%. And it is big enough to move around, mug or get mugged.

[rumster]

Also smaller boat runs open trip the Mad Gaffer
Agreed. No disrespect to any of the other open boats, but the Mad Gaffer is very good.

[Rottilover]

I think the Palace out of Hoboken is the best blackfish around. If you like older drunk white guys playing cards for $200 a hand in the galley and the relentless smell of diesel fuel this is your boat!!!

[shrimpman steve]

I will be on the mimi almost EVERY sat during the season.

[1captainron]

Yes Belmar boats are way better in my honest opinion, and they don't watch a clock like most do in the Highlands.

If you like back at the dock at the same time all the time whether you started catching fish at the end of the day or not, Highland boats are king!

You want a Captain to keep you out and put the most effort in and actually catch fish, the Big Mohawk is your boat!
Glad you said "Like most" and not all!! Some BS right there! Amazing coming from you who fished with George a long time.

[PeteyHD]

I think the Palace out of Hoboken is the best blackfish around. If you like older drunk white guys playing cards for $200 a hand in the galley and the relentless smell of diesel fuel this is your boat!!!

Great I was waiting for a boat just like this! Perfect!!!!!

[PeteyHD]

I will be on the mimi almost EVERY sat during the season.

Hey Steve does the Mimi run open boats on Saturdays?

[shrimpman steve]

Hey Steve does the Mimi run open boats on Saturdays?

I think we have her chartered for the majority of Saturdays during the liberal season.

[Joey The Fish]

Liberal Season? Does that mean I can hunt Liberals? I sure hope so

[Capt Sal]

Great I was waiting for a boat just like this! Perfect!!!!!
Perfect is when you have a great day!Factor in the experience of the anglers on board that day.When blacfishing the ''veteran'' anglers will always out fish the nocice anglers.You have to pay your doos and learn when to swing on a tog.Pegging one boat against another does not help this site and causes hard feelings.Remember fishing is suppose to be fun!

[PeteyHD]

I think we have her chartered for the majority of Saturdays during the liberal season.

Liberal season?

[RussA]

When you can keep 6 tog... On Jan 1 you drop down to 4 tog.

Liberal meaning more, as in liberal amount. :p

[Joey The Fish]

I'm still going to hunt Liberals. So let me get this straight soon I will be able to kill 6 per day but in January I can only kill 4 per day? Hmmmmm not enough time before the next election to even the odds but I will give it a shot. Get it shot!! :)

[shrimpman steve]

Russ is correct.

I am not talking about "my friends" on the left side of the aisle. :p

[PeteyHD]

Perfect is when you have a great day!Factor in the experience of the anglers on board that day.When blacfishing the ''veteran'' anglers will always out fish the nocice anglers.You have to pay your doos and learn when to swing on a tog.Pegging one boat against another does not help this site and causes hard feelings.Remember fishing is suppose to be fun!

No hard feelings Capt. I fished regularly out of a few boats further south and was looking for advice a little further north between Keyport and Highlands to cut down on my drive. Just looking for advice there's many great sponsor boats on this site.

[Fluka Brasi]

Last lady in neptune city/BelMar does a great job. Mad Gaffer is also very good. IMO, smaller boats are definitely the better option for tog, unless you are after pool money.

[rumster]

There are many "bottom fishing" captains but only a handful of true "Blackfish Captains". Explore them all and the cream will rise to the top.
Very, very true! Mad Gaffer, Mohawk and the Mimi... All great boats the difference between the 3 is that the Mohawk and the Mimi are party boats which are very good, but Ray & Billy on the Gaffer offer a more personalized day out for just a little more than what you would pay on the other 2.

[chef bet]

MIMI by far the very best!!!!! Kenny and Chris are the very professional, good clean boat. Do what ever it takes to catch fish. good luck

[Capt Joe]

I think the Palace out of Hoboken is the best blackfish around. If you like older drunk white guys playing cards for $200 a hand in the galley and the relentless smell of diesel fuel this is your boat!!!
An ******* under every rock!

[FDFisherman]

out of the Highlands = BINGO. Jimmy Rivelli is a good blackfisherman and has put me on some nice fish

[aduma1107]

BINGO is Gonzo. No longer around.

out of the Highlands = BINGO. Jimmy Rivelli is a good blackfisherman and has put me on some nice fish