Baja

rw wrote:
Sorry to intrude on the ten-best stuff, which is wonderful, but does
anyone here have experience in Bahia Magdalena, Loreto, or the East Cape
in Baja? That's where I intend to fish in January.

There's an interesting article in Fly Rod&Reel (jan/feb) about fishing
for Dorado out of Lareto. They caught lots of Dorado, but also a huge
Humboldt squid! -- among other things. The variety of fish (and
cephalopod) species on Baja is said to be impressive.

I'm taking conventional gear along with fly fishing tackle. It's hard to
throw 1 oz. jointed minnows with a fly rod. :-)


RW,

I've not gone yet, but I have looked into it. I've watched a
presentation, by Jay Murakoshi. He holds annual clinics/trips to Baja. I
may go next year.

Are you planning on a DIY trip, or looking to hookup with an outfitter.
At the very least, your going to have to hire a panga operator.....or
fish from the beach. What I know about this type of fishing is, the
standard scenario is bait and switch. Every morning, the pangas pick you
up, pick up sardina from the local bait boats, then take you out in
search of fish. Ethical or not, "chumming" is the accepted method. ;-)
Gear suggestions are 8-12 wt rods, and quality reels with good drags.
I'm told, minimum, 200 yards of backing. More drag, and backing capacity
the better. Also, take backups. Destroyed rods and reels are the norm.

You may want to check out these sites for more info. I do know timing
can make or break a good trip.

http://www.fishabout.com/
http://www.bajafly.com/

brians