Ep.05 Capt. Chris Donato: Lure 101 and the Kona Fishery
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- Опубликовано: 6 май 2024
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In this episode, host Katie C. Sawyer interviews Captain Chris Donato, a big Marlin fisherman in Kona, Hawaii. Chris shares his fascinating background, which includes fishing in various locations around the world. He discusses the Kona fishery, known for its lure fishing, and the deep marlin culture in the area. The conversation also delves into the logistics of shipping boats to the Southern Pacific and the different types of lures used in Kona. In this part of the conversation, Chris Donato discusses the different types of lures and their characteristics, including plungers, tube lures, scoop face lures, and bullets. He also shares the historical origins of lure fishing in Kona and the transition from live bait fishing. Chris explains how to choose lures for the spread based on their aggressiveness and loudness. He also discusses the feeding behavior of marlin and the factors that affect lure performance. Finally, he provides tips on adjusting lures for optimal performance. In this conversation, Chris Donato discusses various aspects of lure fishing. He explains how the orientation of a lure can affect its swimming behavior and the importance of adjusting lure position based on wave conditions. He also compares vinyl skirts to rubber skirts and shares his preference for rubber skirts. He discusses the benefits of teasing fish and the challenges of heavy tackle bait and switch fishing. Finally, he introduces GZ Lures and GZ Tackle Co. as platforms for providing the best fishing equipment and educational content.
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Takeaways
-Kona, Hawaii is known for its rich marlin fishing culture and lure fishery.
Shipping boats to the Southern Pacific can be a challenging and stressful process.
-The Kona fishery offers opportunities to catch big blue marlin, with the best months being July and August.
-The marlin culture in Kona is characterized by a deep history, ego, and a focus on big fish.
-Lure fishing in Kona is a popular and effective method, with a variety of lure types used. There are different types of lures, including plungers, tube lures, scoop face lures, and bullets, each with its own characteristics and performance.
-Lure fishing in Kona transitioned from live bait fishing, and lures became more popular due to their effectiveness.
-When choosing lures for the spread, it is important to consider their aggressiveness and loudness, with the most aggressive lures placed closest to the boat.
-The feeding behavior of marlin can vary, with some periods of aggressive feeding and others of territorial behavior.
-Factors such as water conditions, lure design, and rigging can affect the performance of lures, and adjustments may be necessary to optimize their performance. The orientation of a lure can affect its swimming behavior, and adjusting the position of the lure can optimize its performance.
-Rubber skirts are preferred by some anglers due to their durability and color variations.
-Teasing fish can lead to proper bites and better hookups, but it requires skill and technique.
-GZ Lures and GZ Tackle Co. aim to provide the best fishing equipment and educational content for anglers.
Great pod. Chris and Cole are the best in the business. Customer service at its finest.
It was so awesome having Chris on, he's a wealth of knowledge!! And I couldn't agree more, customer service combined with the fact that they want only the top tier products on the market in their shop... QUALITY! Thanks for watching!
Hi Katie love the pod! Please don’t put a time limit on these interviews. The best part of podcasts is longer in depth conversation! Trying to hit everything exactly in an hour feels rushed. Keep up the good work!
Thanks so much! And I totally agree with you (and appreciate you voicing this). When I first started the podcast I would tell my guests "I only need an hour of your time" but now things are changing. Keep in mind, I've batched the next few months of episodes already, but I have taken your opinion into account and will consider it in the future! Thanks so much for listening in and leaving a comment!
Great podcast with lots of good info. Speaking to pitching a 130- Bull Tolson does it on the Sea Toy pretty regularly in Bermuda and off of NC with big fish. Using a Spanish Mackerel or small Blackfin or Albacore.
Thank you! We were pitching 130s in Madeira as well! Theres some interesting content on that coming out soon, so stay posted for sure!
What happened with the HIBT cancellation this year? Do you think it will be on next year ?