Ryan Collins
There is nothing more exciting than seeing 500 pound giant bluefin tuna going airborne and crashing on the surface, as they chase bait at max speed.
This was the exact scenario myself and MFCC member Aaron Permlutter found ourselves in last Sunday while fishing with Cullen from Cape Star Charters.
Giant tuna were crashing the surface when we hooked a fish that was probably 95 inches long and potentially heavier than 500lbs. We battled the tuna for 4hrs on spinning tackle before losing it at the boat!
You can watch the entire experience by clicking play below.
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For those of you who prefer to read, then please click here to access the written report with photos taken during this adventure.
In addition, members of My Fishing Cape Cod can access more information about the bait these tunas were feeding on, the tackle and equipment we used, plus even more resources and PDFs about targeting tuna with spinning gear by clicking download below.
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Additional information about the tackle and equipment, lures used, bait the tuna were feeding on + even more resources and PDFs about targeting tuna with spinning tackle off Cape Cod
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I was at the same situation, wanted to ?….
Hopefully you’ll get another chance this season Igor!
Hey Cullen and Ryan, The old man is going next time. Great video, boat handling, and technique.
You and I will hook another next week ??
I’m going back out Monday for round 2
I hope to be out there as well, weather permitting
The things nightmares are made of. that’s just heartbreaking.
Plenty of time this October to get some redemption ??
Ryan, Aaron, and Cullen – great video, even though I knew the outcome before clicking play, it was exciting to watch things unfold and to observe how you guys fought the fish…wow! Then to see the emotion and disappointment you all felt after losing the fish, shows your passion for fishing and appreciation for every chance you have to get on the water. I appreciate being able to learn from someone like that.
Thanks for watching, and for the nice comments ??
Good luck with your upcoming trip to the Cape! I am looking forward to reading your posts in the forum.
worst feeling in the world. nothing worse. Always a next time!
Next time is right Alex! Tight lines ?
Incredible video. I felt your PAIN! UGH! What do you think happened?
I think the tail hook bent under all that pressure, allowing the tuna to shake free ?
Daaaaamn, tomorrow is another day, Scarlet ????
Never give up! Cullen got a 700lber today with a group from MFCC
Wow what a battle to say the least. I want to do this one day. Tight lines!
I’m sure you’ll get one someday ✌?