Gambler nj fishing tuna trip

[capt74]

This years NJ Fishing Tuna trip is scheduled for Sept. 30 th leaving the dock at 8am and returning Oct 1st at 8 pm. That's 36 hours of fishing. The cost this year is 480.00 dollars. The trip will be limited to 24 people. We will have some special raffels going on to support SSFFF and raze some money for a great cause. There is still some room so get going and call the office and BOOK THE TRIP

[Charlie Tuna]

Don't get left at the dock waiting to read the report!
Get on it and make the report!


Good to see you on Greg!

[Walleyed]

Quick question on tackle....I see the Gambler's site says no braid for chunking. Is that absolute or will they allow a 150-200 yard mono topshot backed with braid?

[capt74]

Jim a 200 yard top shot would be ok. Just make sure that its 200 yards.

[capt74]

Boarding list as of 9/2

1. Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Jim Pappas
4. Brian Coleman
5. Richard Belesky
6. Jim Hanlon

[Charlie Tuna]

I'm on
Just confirmed with the office

[Muldune]

glad you can make it Charlie should be a good time as always

[Muldune]

Tonk where have you been?

[capt74]

Some of us have to WORK for a living !!!

[capt74]

Only kidding socks. Have been real buzzy. Doing a lot of trips on the Cal this year. Hope all is well.

[Muldune]

Things are good cant wait to see you "Let the ball busting begin"

[capt74]

Updated boarding list as of 9/3

1. Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6. Richard Belesky
7. Jim Hanlon
8. Edward Whetzel

[Charlie Tuna]

Who else is in?

[captbogan]

Come on, guys. No feet dragging. Glory goes to the one who does, not the one who watches. The 36 gives us an awesome amount of opportunities and with only 24 passengers, lots of elbow room.

"On the Plains of Hesitation bleach the bones of the countless millions who, at the dawn of Victory, sat down to wait, and waiting --died." George W. Cecil

[howarda780]

Don't wait for the last minute to sign up. The guys have been catching yellowfin, longfin, mahi, wahoo, swords and even some tripletail!

We have had a load of NJF-Gambler tuna trips and they have been a blast.

36 hours is the perfect length of a canyon trip for Bobby or Mike to zero in on the fish.

Dont wait or you'll be holding the gate!!

[beerbelly]

r u going to have enough people to sail

[AndyS]

If I could just add my $0.02 here. The Original NJF tuna trips on the Gambler were take novice anglers offshore within a group of people they could trust. Funny to see it evolve into an iron man trip. Not saying that is a bad thing, but have you ever seen the excitement of an angler catching a tuna for the first time, well.
Maybe putting together a simple 24 hour NJF trip for those who would like to get their feet wet to the offshore scene may be a better option. They can climb aboard with seasoned NJF anglers. We filled the boxes countless times on a 24 hour trip.

[capt74]

Andy, With all due respect this is not an Iron Man trip. 36 hours gives you more opportunity to catch different kinds of fish. Some time devoted to Tile fish Mahi wreck fish and so on. Novices are more than welcome to join us. The more the merrier. This trip is about fishing with the guys on this board. Experience does not matter. I have been fortunate to be on a lot of these trips and they are a blast. A lot of ball busting and laughs. So if anyone wants in call and book.

[BCinerie]

I would tell you the longer the trip the better for the beginner. With more time there is less pressure and more time to,look learn and adjust! On a 24 I too have filled the box, also if you miss the "bite" do to whatever trip is over. The extra time allows you that chance to recover and enjoy a catch. As previously stated nice to try for tiles, mahi do,some trolling Etc. just my 2 cents! Hell I was asking for a longer trip,for years. Now they offer 21-48hr trips. Pick you trip and go! And enjoy yourself

[Duffman]

The Original NJF tuna trips on the Gambler .

Ah the good old days!!!!

We should get the band back together......:D

[Charlie Tuna]

Just book your spot and let's fish!

[15FOOTER]

Duffman or Wilson going? Im in if either or both of you go. Ive been it itching to try this tuna thing out.

[Pennsy Guy]

Duffman or Wilson going? Im in if either or both of you go. Ive been it itching to try this tuna thing out.

You should scratch that itch even if neither Duffman nor Wilson go.....

[15FOOTER]

Is a penn rampage rod rated for 30-80lb with two roller guides and a TLD-25 good enough for a trip like this? If so how should the reel be spooled for this?

[2na]

Foot,
That rod will get the job done. The reel would be fine also with 200yd of 65 lb braid with 200yd of 60lb mono on top. That said...braid is NOT usually encouraged for use in party boat chunking but, would probably be accepted for use as backing. Also, reports...currently, are of 100-200lb big eye and 80lb YFT which will make short work of 60lb line. That outfit would work well for longfin and up to 60lb YFT.
Moral of the story...I'd look for alittle bigger reel.
Shorts

[BCinerie]

The fish are mean! I would say. 350/400 yards of 80 is a guide for reel size. I like a 30tw or 50sw. I started with a 6/0 then 9/0. Now 50sw and 50tw. Etc. caught an 185 bigeye on a shimano mid size reel. Go and learn and enjoy!
I am not on the 36 I am on th 48hr trip, if you want I have a 6/0 and 9/0 you more then welcome to use. I do have an extra 50 international but will not commit to lending till I meet you .Let me know.

[captbogan]

This date will have some good prizes to raffle off sponsored by Nick Cicero and Bob from Bimini Bay, Reel Seat Tackle and others, including a free 24hour canyon trip on the Gambler as a door prize. Proceeds from the raffle will go directly to SSFFF who is hiring scientists that will help keep us fishing for fluke. There is still plenty of room on this trip, so sign up soon.



Proceeds From the NJfishing trip raffle will go directly to SSFFF. This organization has done tremendous work with scientists to keep us fishing for fluke for generations to come. But we still need your support --there is still work to do. The SSFFF is exceptional in that no member has ever taken any money for personal use --ALL proceeds have gone directly to good science so that we may keep fishing for fluke for generations to come. Please continue to support. Thanks.

Here is the reel worth $459 retail --capable of 40lbs drag

[Charlie Tuna]

What are you waiting for?
Get on board!

[Muldune]

Time is tickin lets go fishin

[Pennsy Guy]

Still have open sites for the trip---what's wrong with you guys???

Footer, you should be good to go with that rig...bring some lighter leader material/made up leaders for the day bite. With that said I fish 80# @ night, 50# @ sunup(magic hour) & 30#line/40# leaders @ full day with rare exception...just sayin".....

[BCinerie]

I can not swing this trip if I go on the 48. If 48 gets blown out I would possibly do,it! Pray for good tuna weather for,the whole month!

Bc

[Krablips]

I'm on for two. Can't wait to go. Signed up before I knew there were prizes, that's even better!!

[BCinerie]

Tile fishing ,
Put about a 2lb sinker on 50 lb braid with a codfish style
Rig use squids or butter fish mackerel for
Bait drop to bottom and wait for a bite. Real like hell they for about 115
Off
Bottom! Not that high tech

[capt74]

Updated boarding list as of 9/17

1. Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6. Richard Belesky
7. Jim Hanlon
8. Edward Whetzel
9. Mohammed Binhashim
10. Robert Kravitz
11. Robert Kravitz
12. Charles Vill
Guys lets try to close this trip out.

[Pennsy Guy]

Krablips, you can go for tuna or tile, your choice...

[beachwhistle]

OK I'm in.
Been a couple of years.
Now we just got to get Andy to dust off that greasy old sweatshirt.
Duff you and Ray coming?

Spongebob

[Duffman]

OK I'm in.
Been a couple of years.
Now we just got to get Andy to dust off that greasy old sweatshirt.
Duff you and Ray coming?

Spongebob

Would love to but can't. Job keeping me off the water during the week.

Ray out there right now on a 36 hour. Will hear from him tonight and pass on any info.

Prob won't see Andy out there.....no tires to save.....:D

[capt74]

Boarding list as of 9/18
1. Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6. Richard Belesky
7. Jim Hanlon
8. Edward Whetzel
9. Mohammed Binhashim
10. Robert Kravitz
11. Robert Kravitz
12. Charles Vill
13. Matt W
Guys lets try to close this trip out.

[Charlie Tuna]

Getting close
Who else is in?

[tolvo]

just curious.. what do you guys do with all that tuna/mahi meat? eat it all winter? give it away to friends and family? can you sell it?

inquiring minds want to know :)

[capt74]

Boarding list as of 9/22
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Boarding list as of 9/18
1. Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6. Richard Belesky
7. Jim Hanlon
8. Edward Whetzel
9. Mohammed Binhashim
10. Robert Kravitz
11. Robert Kravitz
12. Charles Vill
13. Matt W
14. Joe Gordon
15. Pam Thompson
16. Dale Turner
17. Jon aka Shorts
Time and spots running out Book Now

[Pennsy Guy]

just curious.. what do you guys do with all that tuna/mahi meat? eat it all winter? give it away to friends and family? can you sell it?

inquiring minds want to know :)

Depends on how many I put in the tank. Maybe one or two to the boat(mates), a loin or two to a no catch buddy or bring 'em all home...I once ate tuna steaks 43 nites in a row, a one nite break & then another 30 something nites...think it's illegal to sell 'em without proper permits...

[BCinerie]

I usually keep 1 loin for me and give the rest to friends family etc!

[capt74]

Boarding list as of 9/23
1. Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6. Richard Belesky
7. Jon aka Shorts
8. Edward Whetzel
9. Mohammed Binhashim
10. Robert Kravitz
11. Robert Kravitz
12. Charles Vill
13. Matt W
14. Joe Gordon
15. Pam Thompson
16. Dale Turner
17. Jim Hanlon
18. Louis DiCostanzo
19. Frank DiCostanzo
20. Frank DiCastanzo Jr.
21. Jeffery Branna
22. Chris Ferraiolo
Only 2 spots left !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[capt74]

Guys please don't forget to bring a few extra bucks for the raffels ! 100% goes to ssfff great cause

[WhaleFart]

Any spots still open? Just looking for 1.

[Pennsy Guy]

AT 6pm tonight looks like 2 sites open, better jump on now or wait for reports...looks like we might get out...waiting to see later weather reports.....

[capt74]

Ok guys I'm pretty sure we are booked up. Just waiting for 2 deposits to clear. will advise. Thanks Greg

[Charlie Tuna]

And now we watch the weather Yo Yo

[Pennsy Guy]

Finger, toes, arms & legs crossed...apparently my chants fell on deaf ears or I screwed up...I always expect at least one trip to be blown out but not the first one---that's just not fair:rolleyes:

[capt74]

Boarding list as of 9/25
Boarding list as of 9/23
1. Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6. Richard Belesky
7. Jon aka Shorts
8. Edward Whetzel
9. Mohammed Binhashim
10. Robert Kravitz
11. Robert Kravitz
12. Charles Vill
13. Matt W
14. Joe Gordon
15. Pam Thompson
16. Dale Turner
17. Jim Hanlon
18. Louis DiCostanzo
19. Frank DiCostanzo
20. Frank DiCastanzo Jr.
21. Jeffery Branna
22. Chris Ferraiolo
23. Anthony Cavllaro
One spot left !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ANYONE ????????????

[Tony Cav]

So what's the game plan? Mahi in the afternoon Wednesday? Tuna at sunset through till the morning Thursday? Tile for a while Thursday mid morning? Any trolling for big eyes? What's the likelihood we will even get out given the current forecast?

[Pennsy Guy]

Depends on conditions and also what the bite is, if it's good, no need to troll---conditions depend on pot hopping and tiling....I won't comment on your last question.....

[LIGHTACKLE]

On the inshore exotic trip, what type of outfits do you recommend? And is braid allowed on that trip?

[2na]

Hide the rope!!! Even though I have NO faith in weather guessers...these weather reports are killing me!
Shorts

[Pennsy Guy]

NOAA has "possible gale/gale warnings" all the down to Cape fear thru Thurs...
Thinking about taking up tournament "pick-up sticks".....:rolleyes:

[2na]

Maybe we should try golf???

[Charlie Tuna]

[QUOTE=2na;421945]Maybe we should try golf???[/

Never!

[capt74]

All I can say is WTF

[shrimpman steve]

Tennis anyone:eek:

[Dino]

just curious.. what do you guys do with all that tuna/mahi meat? eat it all winter? give it away to friends and family? can you sell it?

inquiring minds want to know :)

yes, yes, no

[Charlie Tuna]

Greg
May be a good time to consider an alt date of Oct 21st if it's as open with spots as the site says right now?

I hear you WTF!

[capt74]

Charlie we are working on it as we speak.

[Charlie Tuna]

Good deal

[2na]

I'd be down with that!
Shorts

[Pennsy Guy]

Me too, I'm down for any 36hr trip, just get us out there.......

[Muldune]

Me too

[capt74]

Guys trip canceled due to weather. Rescheduled trip for Oct 21 Boarding order will be posted shortly.

[Charlie Tuna]

Who's on?

[capt74]

Boarding list as of 10/3
1Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6.Dave Mahoney
7, Jon Kistler aka Shorts
8. Mohammed Binhashim
9. Robert Kravitz
10. Robert Kravitz
11. Charles Vill
12. Joe Gordon
13. Pam Thompson
14. Anthony Cavllario

Some spots are now open call and book ASAP Thanks

[beerbelly]

is a penn 114 to weak to use for party boat tuna? i have 500 of 50lb test on it

[thunder835]

Mannnn.....been 2 years now for me. I would LOVE to go on the trip but that 4 letter word always gets in the way....WORK! Gotta make sure I get in next year as soon as the NJF trip is open for bookings. Hope all you guys have better luck with the weather on the new dates.

Go get 'em Chucky! Show the young guys what a true Canyon Warrior is! :-)

Mark

[2na]

BB,
A 114 is fine. However, 50lb line is a little light for the size fish that have been reported lately. That drag has enough snot to handle 80lb line and you'd probably fit plenty on the spool. I'd go with 80lb line.
Shorts

[beerbelly]

ok thanks

[Pennsy Guy]

is a penn 114 to weak to use for party boat tuna? i have 500 of 50lb test on it

As 2na said, should work BUT gotta have at least 100-150yds mono top shot-80#. During the day you can go down in leader size all the way to 40# fluorocarbon-just lighten up on the drag...

[Pennsy Guy]

Hi Mark,
Thought you got transferred down South-how are you & Tim doing? OK I hope. Next 3 weeks there is a 36hr each week leaving on Wednesday. You & Tim got to make one of them. There's an "eye ball"
out there with your name on it.;);)

Chucky

[beerbelly]

ok i have another question,, why do i need a 100yd top shot of 80lb, cant i just use 10yds of 80 or just a 7ft leader? im asking because i dont know much about tuna,,,i fish inshore all the time. does anyone tie to swivles or does everyone tie dirct to the line,,,i appreciate any help,, thanks

[Muldune]

I use 80lb florocarbon leader tied to a 150lb to 200lb sambo swivel with egg sinker on main line attached to leader hoped that helped once you get to the boat many people will be glad to help

[Hunter 2]

You want a long topshot on head boats so your braid does not cut through other guys lines while tuna fishing. Tuna come in flurries and things get crazy real fast. Sometimes 4 to 6 fish on at once and guys running up and down the rail passing rods over and under others. The best thing to do is reel in your line till the craziness is over so the hooked fish get landed. Keep the chum slick going though.

[Pennsy Guy]

If you want jig braid is OK with a short top shot...jigging is up drift(if lines are going out port side, you're on starboard side jigging)...5-7' fluoro leaders to swivel to main line with egg sinker. As I stated above, have some lighter leaders to use during the day...they mostly are a bit leader shy the brighter it is...if in doubt, just ask mates or any of the guys fishing...the mates'll check your drag unless you have a spring scale...hope this & what was said above helps.....

[beerbelly]

thanks for the help guys

[thunder835]

Hi Mark,
Thought you got transferred down South-how are you & Tim doing? OK I hope. Next 3 weeks there is a 36hr each week leaving on Wednesday. You & Tim got to make one of them. There's an "eye ball"
out there with your name on it.;);)

Chucky

Hey Chucky,

Nope, haven't moved or transferred, just working weird Shifts. I am on my 3rd different Shift since I started here in November of 2013. I talked to Tim about about making a trip this year and he just can't get away from work or the family to make it happen. I told him we NEED to go on multiple trips next year to make up for the last few years. Heck, we only got out for stripers once this year and once last year. I am going through withdrawal! :-)

Good Luck on any trips you have left this year. Hopefully we will get on some trips next year and be able to see you again.

Mark

[beachwhistle]

Sorry guys can't make the 21st.
I switched over to the lite load trip on the 12th.

Charlie Vill

[capt74]

Heading out on the 48 hour trip 2moro will keep you guys posted . Lets get this trip filled up !!!

[Hunter 2]

Good Luck Capt74, I'm on the next Gambler trip after you. Friday the 9th

[capt74]

Just got in from the 48. Fishing was outstanding with the boat totals 82 tuna 1 Eye ball and 2 swords. Guys fishing is good book your trip now !!!

[Muldune]

Agree Greg book your trip now outstanding fishing:)

[Pennsy Guy]

Totally agree Greg. After that 48, can't wait for the next 3 36's...hope they stay around. Book 'em up now boys, sites are goin' fast!!!

[capt74]

Boarding list as of 10/15
Boarding list as of 10/3
1Chuck Eaton
2. John Mullen
3. Charlie Cutro
4. Jim Pappas
5. Brian Coleman
6.Dave Mahoney
7, Jon Kistler aka Shorts
8. Mohammed Binhashim
9. Robert Kravitz
10. Robert Kravitz
11. Charles Vill
12. Joe Gordon
13. Pam Thompson
14. Anthony Cavllario
15. Mike Harris
16. Jim Hanlon
Guys fishing is RED HOT right now. If your going book now !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Charlie Tuna]

Guys
Fished this weeks 36
The fishing is nothing short of Epic

It hasn't been this good in years

Don't let this year past you by.
Get on board

[Pennsy Guy]

What Charlie Tuna said...this is the year, if an eye ball is on your bucket list, to go--they're still around...still on mine--think I had one on the way he dumped line on 80# @ 20# drag...still on my list:eek::(

[b_mac]

X3

[2na]

Will Zach make BLT's? I'll bring the ingredients.
Shorts

[beerbelly]

do the spots in the stern go by who get to the boat first or r they reserverd already?

[Charlie Tuna]

Boarding is done by the order you booked your spot.
As they call everyone off you bring a on rod and put it in a holder and a sleeping bag on a bunk

[nate chud]

that's why we book weeks in advanced and pray to the weather gods:rolleyes:

[Pennsy Guy]

that's why we book weeks in advanced and pray to the weather gods:rolleyes:

Or as soon as the schedule comes out;) You may start out in your spot, but you NEVER stay there during the trip and it really doesn't matter. Sometimes you can't get in without getting picked up by a moving tuna--I just wait 'cause you'll most likely have to re-rig again in, especially in a "cluster-f#@k" tangle...just my 2 cents.....

[Charlie Tuna]

So true Chuckie
Everybody is all over the place once it gets going
All part of the game and if everyone works together as a team the better the results

See you all Wed morning
Weather looks good

[capt74]

Final boarding list 10/19
Jon Kistler
Chuck Eaton
John Mullen
Charlie Cutro
Jim Pappas
Brian Coleman
Rich Belesky
Dave Mahoney
Mohammed Binhashim
Robert Kravitz
Robert Kravitz
Pam Thompson
Joe Gordon
Jim Hanlon
Mike Harris
John Tkacsik
Billy Gleason
Eugene Gardner
Jerry Creen
Jerry Creen
Brian Feldman
Brian Feldman
Brian Phillips
Guys please don't forget to bring some extra cash for the raffles. 100% goes to save the summer flounder fund. See you on the boat.

[capt74]

Looking good !!!!!!!!!!!!!

WED
W WINDS 10 TO 15 KT...BECOMING SW. SEAS SUBSIDING TO 2 TO 4
FT.

WED NIGHT
SW WINDS 10 TO 15 KT. SEAS 2 TO 3 FT.

THU
SW WINDS 5 TO 15 KT...INCREASING TO 10 TO 20 KT. SEAS 2 TO 4
FT.

THU NIGHT
W TO SW WINDS 10 TO 20 KT. SEAS BUILDING TO 3 TO 6 FT

[Muldune]

Nice see you guys in the Morning:)

[Joey Dah Fish]

Go gettem boys !!!!!! And Girls !!!!!!! I'm PC you know :eek: