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Post by hookedup on May 19, 2019 19:51:58 GMT -5
I only went out this morning early (4:30 am) to run the boat in the dark once before taking my bride out next weekend for a sunrise cruise. I did bring some rods, but I was only expecting small blues (did catch) or Spanish mackerel (nada). However, I saw a bunch of cobia sight fishing and decided to troll in that direction. In seconds my small rod and reel were singing, line just spinning out. I could see the cobia trying to throw the hook about 100 yards behind the boat. I applied some drag and POP, it was gone. Not sure what size, but it seemed to be fairly large. Wish I'd brought some larger equipment, but it was fun all the same. Within an hour everyone had left. It was over. For those in my area, it was a couple of miles offshore between Cape Henry and the Green Can. Since I didn't get the Cobia, no pictures, and of course it would have to be returned to the sea anyway since Cobia season isn't open here until June. However, while looking for Cobia I did get a good pic of the rays they hang with.
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Post by outtadblue on May 19, 2019 20:41:27 GMT -5
I hate you were not able to land him, but at least you got bit. Always nice to be fishing. Cool shot of the rays.
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Post by fishnfool on May 20, 2019 8:17:24 GMT -5
The cow nose rays should be making their way up the bay my way soon. I sure wish the cobia followed them.
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Post by abouttime2fish on May 20, 2019 18:13:35 GMT -5
Cobia is open here in NC. Saw my neighbor bring a couple in last week, must have been the last 2 in NC cause I sure couldn’t find one today.
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Post by Ol Mucky on May 24, 2019 9:07:59 GMT -5
We have a cobia “run” here in TB. It’s not as great as other areas but each year has been improving
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