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Jupiter & Palm Beach Offshore Saltwater Fishing Report
Capt. Rob Mazzei
January 17, 2002
Jupiter - Saltwater Fishing Report
Double digit sailfish!
Sorry about the late report! Sailfish have been pouring through the Jupiter and Palm Beach area as if they were on a mission from God. The middle of last week was incredible. Most boats had double-digit releases. Trolling and live baiting were producing equally well.
Unfortunately, the warm weather has seemed to have a negative effect on the feeding habits. Over the weekend, the same boats who had multiple fish days, struggled to raise a fish. I'm sure the next cold front will put them back in the feeding mood. Typically, sailfishing will edd and flow with the weather, so I wouldn't be discouraged if you missed the bite.
Not much going on offshore. There have been reports of dolphin and wahoo catches but not in great numbers. I would concentrate my efforts from 100 to 220 feet. Listen to the radio, if you hear conditions are favorable for fishing further offshore, go to it.
Kingfish have been very scattered, those sailfishing will encounter larger ones chewing up expensive sail baits, but it's been tough to target them specifically.
Spanish mackerel are still thick up at Peck's Lake. If just bending a rod and eating good works for you, this is just about a sure thing.
I'd like to take the time and welcome the Atlanta Saltwater Sportsman Club to the area. Many of it's members will be in town to fish their annual tournament at Sailfish Marina later this week. Good luck guys!
Good fishing to all! Remember Jupiter inlet can be treacherous when an east wind blows against an outgoing tide. A boat did get flipped over recently, so be wise.
Thanks Capt. Rob
P.S. The new website is done. www.sailking.com
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