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🐬 Cabo Fishing Report: Dorado on Blue Star – October 28th, 2025

On October 28th, 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 lines and bait-rich current edges near the Golden Gate Bank, Captain Jorge and crew delivered a productive session with multiple hookups and vibrant surface action.


🌊 Offshore Conditions – October 28th Snapshot

  • Water Temperature: 84Β°F
  • Sea State: Light chop, 2 ft swell
  • Hot Zones: Golden Gate Bank, Pacific drop-offs, floating debris ~15–20 miles offshore
  • Tactics Used:
    • Trolling skirted ballyhoo and small feathers
    • Casting live sardines near floating structure
    • Chumming to hold fish near the boat

πŸ›₯️ 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: Dorado – October 28th

Species Weight Range Gear Used Strike Window
Dorado 20–34 lbs Penn 30W, skirted ballyhoo rigs 7:30–10:15 AM
  • Total Dorado Landed: 5
  • Angler Highlight: Guest from Denver landed a 33 lb bull dorado on a pink/white feather
  • Bonus Species: 1 skipjack tuna caught near bait balls.

🧰 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

🌐 Book Your Cabo Adventure with Blue Sky Cabo

Whether you’re chasing dorado or planning a family-friendly charter, Blue Sky Cabo delivers premium experiences with elite crews and tournament-grade vessels.


βœ… Final Takeaway: Dorado Season Still Firing

The October 28th trip aboard Blue Star delivered vibrant dorado action β€” 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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