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Cabo Fishing Report: Mahi Mahi on Blue Star  October 14th, 2025

On October 14th, the crew aboard the Blue Star LUHRS 32 departed from IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas for a half-day offshore charter targeting mahi mahi (dorado). With floating debris and bait-rich current lines near the Golden Gate Bank, Captain Jorge and crew delivered a productive dorado session with multiple hookups and vibrant surface action.


🌊 Offshore Conditions – October 14th Snapshot

  • Water Temperature: 84°F
  • Sea State: Light chop, 2 ft swell
  • Hot Zones: Golden Gate Bank, Pacific drop-offs, floating debris lines
  • Tactics Used:Trolling skirted
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  • ballyhoo and small feathers
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  • Casting live sardines near floating structure
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  • Chumming to hold fish near the boat


🛥️ About the Boat: Blue Star – LUHRS 32

The Blue Star is a compact express sportfisher designed for hands-on offshore action:

  • Twin engines and deep-V hull for stability
  • Tournament cockpit with fighting chair and multi-rod setup
  • Shaded deck, restroom, and media-ready flybridge
  • Ideal for small groups seeking fast-paced pelagic action

Captain Jorge is known for his bait-tracking precision and aggressive trolling style, often producing high-volume hookups with lean spreads and sharp sonar work.


🎣 Catch Highlights: Mahi Mahi – October 14th

Species Weight Range Gear Used Fight Time
Dorado 18–32 lbs Penn 30W, skirted ballyhoo rigs 10–20 minutes
  • Total Dorado Landed: 7
  • Hookup Time: Between 8:00–10:30 AM near floating debris
  • Angler Highlight: Guest from Phoenix landed a 31 lb bull dorado on a pink/white feather. one guest.

🧰 Gear & Brands Featured Onboard

Brand Gear Type Why It’s Used for Dorado
Penn International Reels Fast retrieve and torque for surface fighters
Ballyhoo Rigs Bait Setup Irresistible to mahi near floating structure
Seaguar Fluoro Leader Line Stealth and abrasion resistance
Costa Del Mar Polarized Sunglasses Spotting tailing fish and bait balls

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✅ Final Takeaway: Dorado Bite Still Firing

The October 14th trip aboard Blue Star delivered vibrant dorado action — ideal for anglers seeking color, speed, and surface strikes. With Captain Jorge’s tactical edge, the LUHRS 32’s agility, and prime seasonal conditions, this charter proves why Cabo remains one of the world’s top destinations for mahi mahi.


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