Was able to get out again to try for some more halibut. My buddy Jim was able to join me, otherwise I would’ve been home….thanks Jim! It was overcast, windy, choppy and cool on the way out and was hoping the conditions would be better as we got closer to the Oakland airport area, nope-worse, wind was out of the south. Set out the water anchor/drift sock and started trolling frozen herring. Action was slow, got a hit and Jim a shaker, then we lost the water anchor, rope broke (I think a couple of Allen screw heads on the back rail wore through it). Luckily had another smaller one on board and put that out, all good. The ride in was smoother until we crossed under the Bay Bridge headed to Berkeley, got fairly snotty (so happy with the new helm enclosure, kept us nice and dry!) Ended up with 2 halibut keepers and 1 striper, no complaints!
A 22” and 32” 9lb er.
Jim with the 22” halibut and the 23” striper.
40GRIT wrote:
Was able to get out again to try for some more halibut. My buddy Jim was able to join me, otherwise I would’ve been home….thanks Jim! It was overcast, windy, choppy and cool on the way out and was hoping the conditions would be better as we got closer to the Oakland airport area, nope-worse, wind was out of the south. Set out the water anchor/drift sock and started trolling frozen herring. Action was slow, got a hit and Jim a shaker, then we lost the water anchor, rope broke (I think a couple of Allen screw heads on the back rail wore through it). Luckily had another smaller one on board and put that out, all good. The ride in was smoother until we crossed under the Bay Bridge headed to Berkeley, got fairly snotty (so happy with the new helm enclosure, kept us nice and dry!) Ended up with 2 halibut keepers and 1 striper, no complaints!
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Good catching guys! Looks like you’re getting the boat dialed in 40D. So good to see you out being a successful captain! Keep up the good catching! Good luck and be safe
40GRIT wrote:
Was able to get out again to try for some more halibut. My buddy Jim was able to join me, otherwise I would’ve been home….thanks Jim! It was overcast, windy, choppy and cool on the way out and was hoping the conditions would be better as we got closer to the Oakland airport area, nope-worse, wind was out of the south. Set out the water anchor/drift sock and started trolling frozen herring. Action was slow, got a hit and Jim a shaker, then we lost the water anchor, rope broke (I think a couple of Allen screw heads on the back rail wore through it). Luckily had another smaller one on board and put that out, all good. The ride in was smoother until we crossed under the Bay Bridge headed to Berkeley, got fairly snotty (so happy with the new helm enclosure, kept us nice and dry!) Ended up with 2 halibut keepers and 1 striper, no complaints!
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Looks like a productive day despite the issues Denny. There's some tasty eating there. Thanks for the pictures.

40GRIT wrote:
Was able to get out again to try for some more halibut. My buddy Jim was able to join me, otherwise I would’ve been home….thanks Jim! It was overcast, windy, choppy and cool on the way out and was hoping the conditions would be better as we got closer to the Oakland airport area, nope-worse, wind was out of the south. Set out the water anchor/drift sock and started trolling frozen herring. Action was slow, got a hit and Jim a shaker, then we lost the water anchor, rope broke (I think a couple of Allen screw heads on the back rail wore through it). Luckily had another smaller one on board and put that out, all good. The ride in was smoother until we crossed under the Bay Bridge headed to Berkeley, got fairly snotty (so happy with the new helm enclosure, kept us nice and dry!) Ended up with 2 halibut keepers and 1 striper, no complaints!
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Awesome. Choppy and rough but you got to get choppy with fish on the filet table. Good Job Jim and Grit.

40GRIT wrote:
Was able to get out again to try for some more halibut. My buddy Jim was able to join me, otherwise I would’ve been home….thanks Jim! It was overcast, windy, choppy and cool on the way out and was hoping the conditions would be better as we got closer to the Oakland airport area, nope-worse, wind was out of the south. Set out the water anchor/drift sock and started trolling frozen herring. Action was slow, got a hit and Jim a shaker, then we lost the water anchor, rope broke (I think a couple of Allen screw heads on the back rail wore through it). Luckily had another smaller one on board and put that out, all good. The ride in was smoother until we crossed under the Bay Bridge headed to Berkeley, got fairly snotty (so happy with the new helm enclosure, kept us nice and dry!) Ended up with 2 halibut keepers and 1 striper, no complaints!
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Happy for you Denny & Jim !🤙🤙🍀Nice Halibut my Friend, and Thanks for the pics, jealous down here in the heat 🤙👍
Nice catching!!! Those Halibuts look nice, that big one over 30 inches by a bit!!!
Very nice! Those halibut look like a perfect eating size for several fresh meals without having to go into the deep freeze. Good test for your new boat modifications too!
40GRIT wrote:
Was able to get out again to try for some more halibut. My buddy Jim was able to join me, otherwise I would’ve been home….thanks Jim! It was overcast, windy, choppy and cool on the way out and was hoping the conditions would be better as we got closer to the Oakland airport area, nope-worse, wind was out of the south. Set out the water anchor/drift sock and started trolling frozen herring. Action was slow, got a hit and Jim a shaker, then we lost the water anchor, rope broke (I think a couple of Allen screw heads on the back rail wore through it). Luckily had another smaller one on board and put that out, all good. The ride in was smoother until we crossed under the Bay Bridge headed to Berkeley, got fairly snotty (so happy with the new helm enclosure, kept us nice and dry!) Ended up with 2 halibut keepers and 1 striper, no complaints!
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Way2Go Denny, some nice fish you two caught! Weather looks great in the background, no snot in sight. Keep them lines tight my friend.
saw1
Loc: nor cal Windsor
40GRIT wrote:
Was able to get out again to try for some more halibut. My buddy Jim was able to join me, otherwise I would’ve been home….thanks Jim! It was overcast, windy, choppy and cool on the way out and was hoping the conditions would be better as we got closer to the Oakland airport area, nope-worse, wind was out of the south. Set out the water anchor/drift sock and started trolling frozen herring. Action was slow, got a hit and Jim a shaker, then we lost the water anchor, rope broke (I think a couple of Allen screw heads on the back rail wore through it). Luckily had another smaller one on board and put that out, all good. The ride in was smoother until we crossed under the Bay Bridge headed to Berkeley, got fairly snotty (so happy with the new helm enclosure, kept us nice and dry!) Ended up with 2 halibut keepers and 1 striper, no complaints!
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Alright Denny. Glad you caught a few. However, it doesn't sound like a pleasant outing to me.
SNOTTY should NOT be in the description of a boat ride. Specially if FISHIN is involved.

Bassmatter wrote:
Good catching guys! Looks like you’re getting the boat dialed in 40D. So good to see you out being a successful captain! Keep up the good catching! Good luck and be safe
Thanks Matt! I’ll keep at it and hope to continue my lucky streak!
Fredfish wrote:
Looks like a productive day despite the issues Denny. There's some tasty eating there. Thanks for the pictures.

Thanks Fred, was a slow day and only missed a few strikes, so I’m happy with the results for sure!
Thanks Jeremy, just glad the boat handles the chop well!
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