Golden E Mackerel Update.... " Its Time To GO "

[Capt Jimmy Elliott]

First let me start by saying Happy Holidays to all and a SAFE , HEALTHY , HAPPY and PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR.
Well made a few phone calls today had a few phone call today about some Mackerel , being around . Its already Janurary and we are 2 weeks behind schedule .My buddy from the North called and confirmed Macks in some Cod bellies out on the East Beach. The boyz way out east have caught them. A gill net boat came into the Co-Op this week end and had a few in the LARGE MESH Monk net and my boat was out and had water temp of 44.8 degrees. A few days of hard NORTH WEST wind and COOOLD temps hopefully will make thing rite for these fish. On that note..... " Its Time To Go " so " WE GO "

"THE GOLDEN EAGLE"

SAILING SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 7:00 AM TILL ????( THOSE OF YOU THAT HAVE FISHED WITH ME IN THE PAST KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS.)

We plan on Sailing Daily after that . We will see how the weekend goes.

Any Questions Call The Golden Eagle at 732-681-6144

See Ya Soon
Capt Jimmy Elliott

[Leif]

We're gonna get 'em. See ya this weekend Capt.


Leif

[Capt. Greg Golden Eagle]

THE MACKS ARE HERE AND CAPT JIM ELLIOTT HAS THE HOTTEST AND MOST UPDATED INFO ON THE FISH! THE GOLDEN EAGLE MACK EXPRESS STARTS THIS SATURDAY JANUARY 7th. IF YOU HAVE FISHED WITH CAPT JIM BEFORE, YOU KNOW HE HAS THE HOT MACKEREL HAND AND WILL DO WHAT IT TAKES TO FILL THE COOLERS.

SAILING DAILY 7AM till ???

VISIT www.goldeneaglefishing.com and get the latest reports, discount coupons, great mack recipes, and more!
WE WILL HONOR ALL COMPETITORS SPECIALS AND COUPONS UP TO $8.00. Just present them at the dock and hop aboard.

For more info, call me (732) 681-6144

Hope to see you aboard,
Capt Greg
www.goldeneaglefishing.com
(732) 681-6144

[Leif]

The Mackerel fishing is around the corner, and a few Sponsor boats are targeting these little gems this winter. Now is the time to get ready so you can take advantage of this great fishing.

Recently I have been receiving some questions on Mackerel fishing and rigs used so I thought I would do a quick post to show what I have been using. All comments additions and other recommendations are welcome.

While Mackerel fishing is relatively simple some methods and rigs do work better than others at times. So keep your eyes peeled and ask the mates as well.

Here are a couple of pictures of some productive Mackerel rigs and some material recommendations so you can make your own.

For the rigs: 3-5 hook Mackerel teaser rig. I like the "Fire Cracker" type rigs. They are easy to make and very flashy. I find these the most productive although the Red surgical tubing rigs work very well. Both can be purchased "ready made".

Use a 6-10 oz sinker to get the rig down to the bottom. Mackerel will often hit on the way down as well and may be found at different depths.(the mates will help you with the proper weight. If it is a fast drift you will need a heavier weight.

Rod/Reel 7 ft 20-40lb rod loaded with 25-40lb test Matched reel/ penn Jigmaster or similar. (Rental rods are fine for this type of fishing)


Be prepared to prepare your catch. Don't keep more than you can handle. TIP/PAY the mates to at least remove heads and gut if that is what you want. It will save you time, and lighten your load. It took me 3 hours after I got home to prepare my fish (250 Mackerel 72 quart cooler full) AND another 2 hours to Vacuum seal the fillets. Bring ice even if it is cold and put a little water in the cooler.

Before I go fishing I make sure I have enough bags, wrap, freezer room and a spot to prepare the fish.


Material list for making Mackerel rigs.

Red surgical tubing (Surgical supply, home depot,)

Clear surgical tubing (aquarium air hose works)

Mylar tubing/ Silver and Gold (you can find this in craft stores)

40-50 lb Leader material

1/0 2/0 2X long shank saltwater hooks

Black barrel swivels 75-90lb

Fire Cracker instructions:

1) Thread Mylar braided tubing over 2/0 2xlong Mustad hook(unravel the end so it sticks out over the bend or the hook a little.

2) Tie in and glue with crazy glue near eye of hook.

3) Cover hook with clear surgical tubing up to bend.

Have fun,

Leif

[Leif]

Is the galley open?? Will fresh big macks be served???



Leif

[Capt. Greg Golden Eagle]

Galley will be open! We will have ingredients to prepare Macks along with the rest of our fresh cooked food. Charlie will be freshening up the inventory this week.

If your aboard and want to prepare one of your recipe's you are welcome to use the grill top, burners, or fryer...

Lets catch em up and cook em up!

[Capt Jimmy Elliott]

Originally Posted by Leif

The Mackerel fishing is around the corner, and a few Sponsor boats are targeting these little gems this winter. Now is the time to get ready so you can take advantage of this great fishing.

Recently I have been receiving some questions on Mackerel fishing and rigs used so I thought I would do a quick post to show what I have been using. All comments additions and other recommendations are welcome.

While Mackerel fishing is relatively simple some methods and rigs do work better than others at times. So keep your eyes peeled and ask the mates as well.

Here are a couple of pictures of some productive Mackerel rigs and some material recommendations so you can make your own.

For the rigs: 3-5 hook Mackerel teaser rig. I like the "Fire Cracker" type rigs. They are easy to make and very flashy. I find these the most productive although the Red surgical tubing rigs work very well. Both can be purchased "ready made".

Use a 6-10 oz sinker to get the rig down to the bottom. Mackerel will often hit on the way down as well and may be found at different depths.(the mates will help you with the proper weight. If it is a fast drift you will need a heavier weight.

Rod/Reel 7 ft 20-40lb rod loaded with 25-40lb test Matched reel/ penn Jigmaster or similar. (Rental rods are fine for this type of fishing)


Be prepared to prepare your catch. Don't keep more than you can handle. TIP/PAY the mates to at least remove heads and gut if that is what you want. It will save you time, and lighten your load. It took me 3 hours after I got home to prepare my fish (250 Mackerel 72 quart cooler full) AND another 2 hours to Vacuum seal the fillets. Bring ice even if it is cold and put a little water in the cooler.

Before I go fishing I make sure I have enough bags, wrap, freezer room and a spot to prepare the fish.


Material list for making Mackerel rigs.

Red surgical tubing (Surgical supply, home depot,)

Clear surgical tubing (aquarium air hose works)

Mylar tubing/ Silver and Gold (you can find this in craft stores)

40-50 lb Leader material

1/0 2/0 2X long shank saltwater hooks

Black barrel swivels 75-90lb

Fire Cracker instructions:

1) Thread Mylar braided tubing over 2/0 2xlong Mustad hook(unravel the end so it sticks out over the bend or the hook a little.

2) Tie in and glue with crazy glue near eye of hook.

3) Cover hook with clear surgical tubing up to bend.

Have fun,

Leif

Good Post from one of the Masters of this fishery. Just dont forget the Sabiki rigs they also work at times .One should always keep some at hand. This time of year the MACKS are usually on the bottom use nothing less that a six ounce sinker. Please NO DIAMOND JIGS. One reason is that the average winter time depth is 150 ft.A Diamond Jig has no business being used they are dangerous this time of year and for the most part too light. I will usually always call out the depths on the PA system. Listen closely because when we get them started sometime they come up off the bottom and are any where from mid water to the surface.
The galley will be open , but most of the Mackerel being served on board from my experience have been served RAW with some type of red dipping sauce.

As for my my other two pals that commented from the peanut gallery.( STEVE and RAY) I love you guys also, but Give it a break . Dont ruin a good informative post here .I do this because i enjoy running a party boat and this fishery. You know all the political hoo ha and why i am here. As far as positioning ive run fast boats , slow boats, medium boats . I ve held my own. We are not racing for rock pile , a pile of bird life, trying to catch the tide or racing to a tight area of jig fish. There are only 3-4 boats that do this on the whole East Coast now 1 guy out of Brooklyn. who in the beginng of this run is closer to the grounds so throw speed out the window he is on them first . The 2 sponsor boats in Belmar and 1 in Non Sponsor in Point Pleasant who does it part time if they are close and splits the day with bottom fishing. We get to an area we go slow and "LOOK " for the readings because if ya go too FAST you WILL MISS THEM ! Im sure the 7am departure will give me PLENTY OF TIME !! Like i said earlier. Lets not ruin a good informative post here.This is a winter fishery. The temps are gonna dipped below 40 degrees Time to hibernate like the bears and squirrels all winter long, because in my 15 + years i have known and fished with the 2 of you I have yet too have the PLEASURE of seeing the both of you on any winter MACK boat i have run. Better Yet on ANY BOAT that does a winter fishery at all
Happy New Years guys i do love ya i mean that
See ya in the Spring
Signed
Capt Midnite

[DreamGreen]

LEIF Do you have any simple recipes you can send my way for the macks Thanks.

[snapperbluefish101]

Originally Posted by Capt Jimmy Elliott

Good Post from one of the Masters of this fishery. Just dont forget the Sabiki rigs they also work at times .One should always keep some at hand. This time of year the MACKS are usually on the bottom use nothing less that a six ounce sinker. Please NO DIAMOND JIGS. One reason is that the average winter time depth is 150 ft.A Diamond Jig has no business being used they are dangerous this time of year and for the most part too light. I will usually always call out the depths on the PA system. Listen closely because when we get them started sometime they come up off the bottom and are any where from mid water to the surface.
The galley will be open , but most of the Mackerel being served on board from my experience have been served RAW with some type of red dipping sauce.

As for my my other two pals that commented from the peanut gallery.( STEVE and RAY) I love you guys also, but Give it a break . Dont ruin a good informative post here .I do this because i enjoy running a party boat and this fishery. You know all the political hoo ha and why i am here. As far as positioning ive run fast boats , slow boats, medium boats . I ve held my own. We are not racing for rock pile , a pile of bird life, trying to catch the tide or racing to a tight area of jig fish. There are only 3-4 boats that do this on the whole East Coast now 1 guy out of Brooklyn. who in the beginng of this run is closer to the grounds so throw speed out the window he is on them first . The 2 sponsor boats in Belmar and 1 in Non Sponsor in Point Pleasant who does it part time if they are close and splits the day with bottom fishing. We get to an area we go slow and "LOOK " for the readings because if ya go too FAST you WILL MISS THEM ! Im sure the 7am departure will give me PLENTY OF TIME !! Like i said earlier. Lets not ruin a good informative post here.This is a winter fishery. The temps are gonna dipped below 40 degrees Time to hibernate like the bears and squirrels all winter long, because in my 15 + years i have known and fished with the 2 of you I have yet too have the PLEASURE of seeing the both of you on any winter MACK boat i have run. Better Yet on ANY BOAT that does a winter fishery at all
Happy New Years guys i do love ya i mean that
See ya in the Spring
Signed
Capt Midnite

I hope you get them good this winter Capt Jimmy! You always try your best and get us on the fish everytime I have been on a mack trip with the Leifs!

Hope to see ya soon!

SNAPPERHEAD

[SanibelFisher]

See you Saturday...