http://www.btbff.com/ Beyond The Breakwater is an on-line magazine dedicated to coastal and offshore fishing in Southern California en editor@beyondthebreakwater.com Copyright 2010 2010-06-16T19:56:35+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-2010-btb-3bs-tournament/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-2010-btb-3bs-tournament/#When:19:56:35Z The 2010 3Bs Tournament is over... Wind and water conditions made fishing tough, but in the end, it turned out to be a lot of fun. Click HERE to read the full story. Recent Articles, Archives 2010-06-16T19:56:35+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-incidental-record-holder/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-incidental-record-holder/#When:20:57:01Z Steve Mras talks about his recent 12lb tippet WR Pacific Barracuda. It was almost incidental to his efforts in pursuing a different award. Click HERE to read the full story. Recent Articles, Archives 2009-11-10T20:57:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-2009-btb-tyd-tournament/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-2009-btb-tyd-tournament/#When:16:37:50Z The 2009 TYD Tournament is history... Twelve contestants and five vessels endured unsettled conditions and sketchy fishing to take a shot at bringing home the bacon. Click HERE to read the full story. Recent Articles, Archives 2009-08-28T16:37:50+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-2009-btb-3bs-tournament/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-2009-btb-3bs-tournament/#When:08:22:47Z The 2009 3Bs Tournament is over... With 25 contestants and 14 vessels, it turned out to be a big success. Click HERE to read the full story. Recent Articles, Archives 2009-07-28T08:22:47+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/notes-from-the-denver-ff-retailer-show/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/notes-from-the-denver-ff-retailer-show/#When:05:35:47Z Sept., 2008 - It's that time of year! Be sure to read our notes and observations from the Denver Fly-Fishing Retailers Show... Recent Articles, Archives 2008-10-30T05:35:47+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-btb-3bs-trial-tournament/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/results-analysis-of-the-btb-3bs-trial-tournament/#When:07:27:51Z We now have the results and analysis from our 3Bs Trial Tournament, held Sept. 27, 2008.Click HERE to see the whole story... Recent Articles, Archives 2008-10-06T07:27:51+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-fly-shop-hosts-pier-fundraiser/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-fly-shop-hosts-pier-fundraiser/#When:05:34:24Z The San Diego Fly Shop and Bluewater Tackle in Solana Beach, are sponsoriung a raffle to rasie funds for the Pfleger Institute of Environmental Research (PIER). Click HERE to learn more. Recent Articles, Archives 2008-08-28T05:34:24+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishing-limits-new-math/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishing-limits-new-math/#When:04:55:17Z When does 1 + 1 = 5? When fishing in Mexico, of course! Click HERE to read why you need to know the "New Math". Recent Articles, Archives 2008-08-12T04:55:17+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/oakley-asian-fit-sunglasses/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/oakley-asian-fit-sunglasses/#When:09:35:28Z A closer look at Oakley's Asian Fit sunglasses. Nose-bridge impaired? Click HERE to read the full story Recent Articles 2008-05-22T09:35:28+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishing-both-coasts/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishing-both-coasts/#When:07:56:13Z Contributing Editor Nick Curcione reflects on a life spent fishing both coasts. Click HERE to read the full story Recent Articles 2008-04-23T07:56:13+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/inmates-in-the-asylum/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/inmates-in-the-asylum/#When:02:54:30Z Ever wonder who's running this place? Click HERE to see staff photos and bios... Recent Articles 2008-03-27T02:54:30+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-first-beyond-the-breakwater-history-quiz/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-first-beyond-the-breakwater-history-quiz/#When:19:58:31Z Got a little too much spare time on your hands? Click HERE to take our history quiz and possibly win a prize! Recent Articles, Archives 2007-12-19T19:58:31+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/balboa-angling-club-adds-salt-water-fly-fishing-divisions/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/balboa-angling-club-adds-salt-water-fly-fishing-divisions/#When:09:02:32Z SoCal's oldest fishing club has added fly fishing divisions to their club record books. Recent Articles 2007-07-23T09:02:32+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/stranger-in-a-strange-land/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/stranger-in-a-strange-land/#When:08:43:22Z What were we thinking? We take a side trip to Bishop, California, in the heart of the Eastern Sierra Nevadas, for a business conference and a little fishing. Click HERE to learn more... Recent Articles 2007-05-25T08:43:22+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/would-you-be-interested-in/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/would-you-be-interested-in/#When:10:32:00Z A number of people have asked about the possibility of a BTBFF-Sponsored Tournament. Would you be interested in entering a tournament? Take our poll... Archives 2007-01-27T10:32:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/why-isnt-salt-water-fly-fishing-more-popular-in-socal/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/why-isnt-salt-water-fly-fishing-more-popular-in-socal/#When:10:35:51Z After 33+ years, coastal and offshore salt water fly fishing still hasn't become very popular in Southern California. Why is that? Too hard? Too effeminate? And is there anything that can be done about it? Recent Articles, Archives 2006-12-18T10:35:51+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/what-were-about/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/what-were-about/#When:10:58:52Z Beyond The Breakwater is a website dedicated to coastal and offshore salt water fly fishing in Southern California. What do we mean by "coastal"? "Offshore"? or "Southern California" for that matter?! Read this article to find out more... Recent Articles, Archives 2006-11-18T10:58:52+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-electric-deceiver/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-electric-deceiver/#When:08:58:55Z Al Quattrocchi's version of Lefty's Deceiver combines some interesting features and tying techniques to produce a lifelike and effective baitfish imitation. Click HERE for the full story. Lead Articles, Patterns 2008-05-05T08:58:55+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-case-for-in-line-jaw-vises/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-case-for-in-line-jaw-vises/#When:07:22:38Z There are times and places when an "old fashioned" fly-tying vise works out better. Click HERE to read the full article. Lead Articles, Techniques 2008-03-14T07:22:38+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-split-shot-squid/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-split-shot-squid/#When:01:54:58Z The Split-Shot Squid Nick's Split Shot Squid is a new way of tying an existing favorite: Bob Popovics' Shady Lady Squid. Click HERE to see the details... Lead Articles, Patterns, Techniques 2008-01-22T01:54:58+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/tomasos-jetty-fly/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/tomasos-jetty-fly/#When:07:23:17Z Tomaso's Jetty Fly Tomaso's Jetty Fly is a promising new pattern for taking calico, sand and spotted bass, as well as barracuda and white seabass. Designed initially to mimic the popular Trix Jetty Worm, the result is something with its own unique action and characterisitics, and most importantly, catches fish! Click HERE to see the details... Lead Articles, Patterns 2007-08-24T07:23:17+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-borski-bonefish-slider/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-borski-bonefish-slider/#When:10:13:28Z What's a bonefish fly doing in teh pages of BTBFF?? Lead Articles, Patterns 2007-05-11T10:13:28+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-tuna-kahuna-fly/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-tuna-kahuna-fly/#When:10:53:30Z Check out Floyd Spark's Tuna Kahuna streamer - tough, easy to tie and cast, and it catches fish! Lead Articles, Patterns 2006-11-18T10:53:30+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/une-15-2007-onxard-ventura-santa-barbara-forecast-by-captain-robert-cooper/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/une-15-2007-onxard-ventura-santa-barbara-forecast-by-captain-robert-cooper/#When:07:34:00Z Capt. Robert Cooper (Sky's The Limit Guide Service) reports that while the King salmon bite never kicked in this Spring, the halibut fishing in the Ventura area is good right now, with occasional white seabass and yellowtail in the counts as well. Capt. Cooper expects that within the next 2 weeks calico bass fishing on the fly will take off at Santa Rosa and Santa Cruz Islands, and is booking calico bass fly fishing trips starting on June 30th. Oxnard and Points North, Forecasts 2007-06-20T07:34:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/may-7-2007-onxard-ventura-santa-barbara-forecast-by-captain-robert-cooper/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/may-7-2007-onxard-ventura-santa-barbara-forecast-by-captain-robert-cooper/#When:05:45:01Z Capt. Robert Cooper (Sky's The Limit Guide Service) called to report that the Springtime salmon bite... Oxnard and Points North, Forecasts 2007-05-15T05:45:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/april-17-2007-la-and-oc-forecast-by-capt-bryan-webb/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/april-17-2007-la-and-oc-forecast-by-capt-bryan-webb/#When:09:16:13Z Capt. Bryan Webb (Pacific Coast Fly Fishing) reports that fishing in the LA/OC area is showing signs of starting to take off, despite a week of wicked winds and big swells. Small barracuda have been showing up in Long Beach Harbor and just outside Newport Harbor; and both calico bass and sand bass fishing on the LB Breakwall has been good for some quality fish in the 3-4lb range. There are lots of juvenile White Seabass showing along the Breakwall as well. These fish are just below legal size (24-27” ), but are a lot of fun on a fly rod. Capt. Webb attributes the improving fishing to warming water temps, which have jumped up to 61 degrees. San Clemente Island and Catalina Island are seeing occasional good showings of yellowtail and some white seabass, but have been mostly scratchy. Palos Verdes peninsula has also been very quiet. Dana Point has seen people scratching out calicos, but there have not been a lot of reports. LA and OC, Forecasts 2007-04-18T09:16:13+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/march-4-2007-forecast-from-skys-the-limit-guide-service-shallow-water-rockf/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/march-4-2007-forecast-from-skys-the-limit-guide-service-shallow-water-rockf/#When:22:20:00Z Captain Robert Cooper of Sky's the Limit Guide Service in Ventura reports that the shallow water rockfishing for BIG reds at Santa Rosa Island is taking off. With warming temperature, calico bass, white seabass and other surface fishing can't be too far behind! This 50lb white seabass was captured in the channel off Ventura last year. Oxnard and Points North, Forecasts 2007-03-06T22:20:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-shark-primer/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-shark-primer/#When:07:41:27Z Mako and blue sharks represent a BTB angler's best shot at tackling a fish over 50 pounds on fly gear. In this Shark fishing primer, we talk about how to get started, plus a little more... Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2010-06-04T07:41:27+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sea-level-fly-fishings-extreme-series-fly-rods/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sea-level-fly-fishings-extreme-series-fly-rods/#When:00:53:52Z What would a purpose-built BTB fly rod look like? Click HERE to read more about Sea Level Fly Fishing's Bluewater Extreme fly rods. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2009-11-28T00:53:52+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/does-size-matter/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/does-size-matter/#When:00:32:36Z Fly rods are typically around 9 feet long. In this article, we discuss why "big is not always best". Click HERE to read the full story... Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2009-06-13T00:32:36+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-trolling-primer-part-ii/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-trolling-primer-part-ii/#When:01:27:10Z Part II of what every fly-fisherman needs to know about offshore trolling.In Part II, we cover how to use all the stuff you got after reading Part I. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2008-07-22T01:27:10+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-trolling-primer-part-i/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-trolling-primer-part-i/#When:08:18:01Z What every fly-fisherman needs to know about the fine art of offshore trolling. Part I covers basic gear for you and the boat. Part II covers how to use all the stuff. Click HERE to read Part I... Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2008-07-17T08:18:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/dive-right-in/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/dive-right-in/#When:09:21:47Z Sinking lines are a fact of life when fishing BTB. But for many people, casting a sinking line is an exercise in frustration. Click HERE to read an article by Dr. Nick on the art of casting a sinking line... Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2008-02-16T09:21:47+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-calico-primer/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-calico-primer/#When:08:56:04Z Calico bass strike like a ton of bricks, fight hard, and are readily available. What's not to love? Click HERE to read a primer about catching them on fly... Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2008-01-27T08:56:04+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-v-essential-extras/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-v-essential-extras/#When:22:31:31Z Part V of our no-nonsense series on getting started in BTBFF reviews some fly-fishing accessories or tools you should have with you when fishing BTB. If you haven't fished our coastal waters much, or are new to fly-fishing, you need to check this out. Click HERE to read the full story. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-12-14T22:31:31+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-iv-what-to-wear/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-iv-what-to-wear/#When:22:17:31Z Part IV of our no-nonsense series on getting started in BTBFF has some suggestions for apparel. If you haven't fished our coastal waters much, or are new to fly-fishing, you need to check this out. Click HERE to read the full story. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-12-14T22:17:31+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fighting-big-fish-on-fly/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fighting-big-fish-on-fly/#When:08:26:13Z Nick Curcione offers some thoughts on fighting big fish on fly. Click HERE to read more. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-11-16T08:26:13+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-iii-whats-in-the-fly-box/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-iii-whats-in-the-fly-box/#When:08:25:18Z Part III of our series on getting started in BTBFF talks about putting together that starter fly box. Click HERE to read the full story. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-10-29T08:25:18+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-shooting-head-primer/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/a-shooting-head-primer/#When:10:26:55Z Shooting heads are an essential part of West Coast saltwater fly-fishing. Click HERE to read Nick Curcione's article. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-10-19T10:26:55+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-ii-getting-connected/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-ii-getting-connected/#When:18:37:29Z You've bought the gear. Now it's time to get everything connected. Here are how some of our guides do it, along with some observations and tips. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-07-20T18:37:29+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/connecting-with-kelp-paddies/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/connecting-with-kelp-paddies/#When:19:30:00Z Summertime means kelp paddy fishing in the waters off Southern California. We share the current thinking in techniques and tactics. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-06-10T19:30:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-most-common-things-you-should-work-on/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-most-common-things-you-should-work-on/#When:01:34:00Z We asked some SoCal BTBFF guides: "What's the most common thing your clients should work on before they go out BTB?" The answer might surprise you... Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2007-06-02T01:34:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-low-down-on-hawaiian-bonefishing/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-low-down-on-hawaiian-bonefishing/#When:21:19:01Z courtesy Shoreline AdventuresHawaii is beyond SoCal breakwaters...so that makes it BTBFF, right? OK, OK, it's a stretch... This compendium of information on fly fishing for Bonefish in the Aloha state is still in the works, but we hope to have it done in time for the Summer travel season. Stay tuned! Places to Go 2007-01-10T21:19:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-i/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/getting-started-in-btbff-part-i/#When:10:58:01Z Fly fishing "beyond the breakwater" is just like other salt water fly fishing...Or is it? In this multi-part article we go over recommendations for getting started in coastal and offshore fly fishing in Southern California. This is NOT a basic SWFF "How-To", it's a discussion of what's different or unique about SoCal BTBFF. Up first: Part I: Gearing Up. Lead Articles, Tackle & Techniques 2006-12-18T10:58:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/announcing-the-2010-tyd-tournament/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/announcing-the-2010-tyd-tournament/#When:06:17:17Z Our 2010 TYD Offshore Tournament is scheduled for September 11. Close out the summer by joining us for a fun event! Click HERE to learn more... News 2010-07-12T06:17:17+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/temple-fork-outfitters-new-bvk-series/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/temple-fork-outfitters-new-bvk-series/#When:20:50:18Z Aug. 30, 2010 - Dallas, TX: Temple Fork Outfitters announced the launch of it's new BVK fly rods, which use new materials to provide an agressive blend of power and strength while dramatically reducing weight. Click HERE to read the full release... News 2010-08-31T20:50:18+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/offshore-fly-fishing-seminar-july-31/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/offshore-fly-fishing-seminar-july-31/#When:05:21:43Z We're hosting a FREE seminar on offhshore fly-fishing for private boaters. It's scheduled for July 31, at Bluewater Tackle / San Diego Fly Shop in Solana Beach. Click HERE to learn more... News 2010-07-18T05:21:43+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/june-24-2010-la-oc-report/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/june-24-2010-la-oc-report/#When:16:29:35Z Capt. Bryan Webb (Pacific Coast Flyfishing) called in to let us know that the fishing at Catalina has been completely off-the-hook - lots of bonito, barracuda, bonito and mackerel available, and tons of nice-sized yellowtail seen but not yet hooked. See our forum report for more details. News 2010-06-26T16:29:35+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2010-3bs-results/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2010-3bs-results/#When:19:47:53Z Powerboat Division:1st - Capt. Bryan Webb / Scott Jones2nd - Floyd Sparks / Gregg Holland3rd - Andy Turner / Norm Orida FOPS Division:1st - John Dumlao2nd - Vincent Garcia3rd - Aaron Field There were 26 competitors, broken up into 10 powerboat teams, and 3 kayakers. Nasty weather and water conditions made the fishing tough, but a few teams still managed to psyche it out!More results to in the complete review article. News 2010-06-15T19:47:53+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/salty-fly-guide-service-launches-website/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/salty-fly-guide-service-launches-website/#When:05:28:46Z May 19, 2010 - Huntington Beach, CA: Capt. Vaughn Podmore announced the launch of his guide service website: http://www.saltyflyfishing.com.In addition to BTB trips, Capt. Podmore also offers beach and bay trips. Check it out! News 2010-05-20T05:28:46+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/flytime-is-back/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/flytime-is-back/#When:19:29:06Z April 17, 2010 - Los Angeles: Capt Bill Matthews, owner of Fly Time Guide Service in Los Angeles, announced the launch of his new website.He'll be including fishing tips and articles on techniques, as well as regular fishing reports for the LA area on the site. Click HERE to visit the site.Bill will also be providing regular fishing reports to BTB, and helping to moderate our content for the LA area. We're looking forward to it! News 2010-04-18T19:29:06+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/announcing-the-2010-3bs-tournament/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/announcing-the-2010-3bs-tournament/#When:08:35:08Z Our 2010 BTB San Diego 3Bs Tournament is scheduled for June 12. Come out and meet some friends, catch some fish, and have some fun! Click HERE to learn more... News 2010-04-18T08:35:08+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/flip-pallot-joins-tfo/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/flip-pallot-joins-tfo/#When:05:57:14Z March 17, 2010 - Noted author and TV personality Flip Pallot has joined the staff of Temple Fork Outfitters. Rick Pope, President of TFO, said: "From his incredibly successful Walker’s Cay Chronicles, to his works as an author … his casting schools to his personal appearances, Flip complements our goal of increasing participation in, and awareness of, fly fishing by offering the best possible combination of price and performance in rods."Click HERE to read the full press release. News 2010-03-18T05:57:14+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/pacific-coast-flyfishing-launches-new-site/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/pacific-coast-flyfishing-launches-new-site/#When:18:17:22Z March 3, 2010 - Pacific Coast Flyfishing has launched its new website. Capt. Bryan Webb, our LA/OC Moderator, is the owner/operator of PCFF, be sure to check it out. News 2010-03-06T18:17:22+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sd-fly-shop-hodge-podge-march-20/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sd-fly-shop-hodge-podge-march-20/#When:21:53:37Z Feb. 12, 2010 - The San Diego Fly Shop and Bluewater Tackle announced the "Hodge Podge at Lake Hodges", a fund-raising event for the PIER Foundation to be held March 20. Click HERE for the full story... News 2010-02-13T21:53:37+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishhead-iphone-app-launches/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishhead-iphone-app-launches/#When:01:12:11Z Dec. 3, 2009 - Nervous Water Apps announced the launch of FishHead, an exciting tool that rolls up online access to several types of key fishing data into one easy-to-use application for the iPhone/iPod.Click HERE to read the full press release. News 2009-12-09T01:12:11+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/scientific-anglers-launches-new-website/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/scientific-anglers-launches-new-website/#When:06:30:30Z Nov. 23, 2009 - Scientific Anglers announced the launch of their new website, which has an updated look, instructional videos, dealer locator, trip planner and more!Register on the website, and receive a $15.00 discount on purchases of $75 or more from qualified online dealers. Click HERE to check out this limited time offer, which expires Dec. 31, 2009. News 2009-12-01T06:30:30+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/socal-fly-fishing-outfitters-2nd-annual-fly-fishing-fair/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/socal-fly-fishing-outfitters-2nd-annual-fly-fishing-fair/#When:06:49:34Z San Diego, CA - SoCal Fly Fishing Outfitters announced that their second annual Fly Fishing Fair is scheduled for Nov. 14, 2009, from 9:00a - 5:00p. Ken Hanley, Nick Curcione, Jeff Solis, Pat Jaeger and Bill Lowe are featured speakers, and noted artist Derek DeYoung will be painting live all day. They'll have the latest products from Sage, Simms, TFO, Winston, Tibor, Abel, Rio, Umpqua, Fishpond and Redington, and there will be refreshments available. There will also be a raffle for some great prizes, including Sage and Winston fly rods, a Waterworks reel, Simms and Fishpond bags, and Rio fly lines. SCFFO is located at 2860 Sims Rd., Suite 100, in San Diego. See their website for directions, or call them at (619) 224-4000. Click HERE to see the fly fair program, and to print a free raffle ticket. News 2009-10-29T06:49:34+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-to-carry-sea-level-fly-fishing-products/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-to-carry-sea-level-fly-fishing-products/#When:21:16:25Z From Ray Hutcherson's October 2009 newsletter: "I am happy to announce that the Fishermen's Spot in Van Nuys, California is now a retailer for our products. Please stop by their location at 1441 Burbank Blvd."Sea Level Fly Fishing produces some great rods and reels specifically designed for offshore and coastal use. Their new Extreme rods (8' long, with foregrips) are a good fit for our fishing conditions. News 2009-10-11T21:16:25+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/abel-unveils-new-reel-sizes-artistic-fish-colors-for-2010/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/abel-unveils-new-reel-sizes-artistic-fish-colors-for-2010/#When:06:09:32Z Abel Reels announced that three new sizes of fly reels, new fish graphics by American wildlife artists, a larger knife, and a “bullet proof” money clip are among the Abel products on tap for 2010. Abel will introduce the new precision machined fly-fishing and outdoor enthusiast tools at the Fly Fishing Retailer World Trade Expo, in Denver, Sept. 10-12, BUT you can read about them here... News 2009-08-27T06:09:32+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/team-pacific-1-tops-tyd-tournament-field/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/team-pacific-1-tops-tyd-tournament-field/#When:06:14:16Z Mission Bay, August 8, 2009 - Team Pacific 1, lead by Steve Petit of La Canada, won the 2009 TYD Tournament in tough fishing conditions. An overabundance of bait, plus waters disrupted by passing high winds and big swells combined to make fishing extremely tough for both fly and conventional gear fishermen.For a quick review of the results, click HERE...More details and photos to follow. News 2009-08-18T06:14:16+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/Tuna-west-of-the-kidney-bank/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/Tuna-west-of-the-kidney-bank/#When:05:33:02Z July 25, 2009 - Capt. Scott Leon (Paradigm Shift Charters) reports tuna west of the Kidney Bank. Check out our fishing report forums for more info. News 2009-07-26T05:33:02+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/gary-loomis-joins-temple-fork-outfitters/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/gary-loomis-joins-temple-fork-outfitters/#When:08:08:17Z July 10, 2009 - Temple Fork Outfitters announced that noted rod designer Gary Loomis has joined their staff. Click HERE to read the press release. News 2009-07-13T08:08:17+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/tfo-announce-baby-mini-magnum/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/tfo-announce-baby-mini-magnum/#When:07:33:21Z July 7, 2009 - Temple Fork Outfitters announced the launch of new lighter line-weight versions of their Mini Magnum rod, Mini-Magnum kits, and Bug Launcher kids rods. Click HERE to read the press release. News 2009-07-13T07:33:21+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/calhoun-wratchford-dumlao-top-field-at-2009-3bs-tourney/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/calhoun-wratchford-dumlao-top-field-at-2009-3bs-tourney/#When:06:30:43Z Mission Bay, June 27, 2009 - Bill Calhoun of Newport Beach, Dave Wratchford of Sun Valley, CA, and John Dumlao of Spring Valley topped the Boater, Free Agent and Kayak divisions of the 2009 BTB 3Bs Tournament, which was based out of the Dana Landing Market in Mission Bay.For a quick review of the results, click HERE...More details and photos to follow. News 2009-06-30T06:30:43+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btb-tournament-seminar-schedule/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btb-tournament-seminar-schedule/#When:07:31:46Z June 9, 2009 - The remaining Beyond The Breakwater Tournament seminars are scheduled for: WEDNESDAY June 10, 6:00pm - So Cal Fly Fishing Outfitters, Liberty Station Area, Point Loma WEDNESDAY June 17, 7:00pm - San Diego Fly Shop, Solana Beach SATURDAY June 20, 1:00pm - Bob Marriott's Fly Fishing Store, Fullerton These are FREE, and take about 90 minutes. Come by and check it out! Our first seminar was June 6 at the The Fishermen's Spot, and we had 9 people attend. It was a good group of folks, and I enjoyed meeting everyone. News 2009-06-10T07:31:46+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coastal-san-diego-fishing-report/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coastal-san-diego-fishing-report/#When:18:38:47Z May 26, 2009 - Barracuda fishing along the San Diego coast took off over the weekend, and mako shark fishing was also good. See our Fishing Reports Forum for more info News 2009-05-26T18:38:47+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2009-trips-aboard-the-sea-jay-with-the-fishermens-spot/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2009-trips-aboard-the-sea-jay-with-the-fishermens-spot/#When:07:17:09Z May 25, 2009 - The Fishermen's Spot will be hosting several trips aboard the Sea Jay, which runs out of CISCO Landing in Oxnard. Click HERE to learn more... News 2009-05-25T07:17:09+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btbff-wins-awards-from-outdoor-writers-assoc.-of-california/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btbff-wins-awards-from-outdoor-writers-assoc.-of-california/#When:00:34:16Z Spring, 2009 - Beyond The Breakwater received three craft awards from the Outdoors Writers Association of California: Best Website of 2008, Best Web Article of 2008 (for A Trolling Primer: Part I, and A Trolling Primer: Part II), and 2nd Place, Action Photo (for this photo of readers Matt Hale and Randy Norris fishing at SCI). We are thrilled to receive these awards, and want to thank all of our readers for their continued support! News 2009-05-06T00:34:16+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/igfa-adds-pacific-barracuda-bluefin-tuna-to-wr-list/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/igfa-adds-pacific-barracuda-bluefin-tuna-to-wr-list/#When:23:36:50Z In it's March/April issue of International Angler, the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) announced that they have added the Pacific Barracuda and the Pacific Bluefin Tuna to their list of species eligible for World Records. Read the full story... News 2009-05-01T23:36:50+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-baja-trips-july-2-7-2009/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-baja-trips-july-2-7-2009/#When:19:51:30Z April 30, 2009 - The Fishermen's Spot has openings available on their July 2-7 trip to Loreto. Click HERE to learn more... News 2009-04-30T19:51:30+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2009-season-gets-closer/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2009-season-gets-closer/#When:20:15:25Z April 6, 2009 - It looks like the 2009 season is getting close. Fishermen at La Jolla have been taking some nice yellowtail and white seabass on bait, and there has been some good fly-fishing for sub-legal barracuda as well.There have been reports of scattered yellowtail and bonito at the Rockpile (the yellowtail have all been caught on yo-yoed metal jigs), and the Coronados have seen some fish taken on slow-trolled sardines.Water temps have been in around 60-61 degrees, but with a storm front scheduled for Wednesday, and another front arriving over the weekend, fishing may shut down until the weather stabilizes. See our BTBFF Fishing Report Forum for more info. News 2009-04-06T20:15:25+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/marriotts-demo-day/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/marriotts-demo-day/#When:06:03:37Z March 16, 2009 - Bob Marriott's Surf & Inshore Demo Day is scheduled for March 21, 2009 from 10am - 4pm.Region Moderator Capt. Bryan Webb (http://www.pcflyfishing.com) will join Guide Gary Bulla (http://www.garybulla.com) in providing seminars on hitting the beaches, bays and breakwalls. Al Quattrocchi and Doug Uyematsu will be tying flies all day for your enjoyment.Admission is FREE. Contact the store at (800) 535-6633 for more information. The store is located at: 2700 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton News 2009-03-17T06:03:37+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sea-level-fly-fishing-fly-fishing-clinic/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sea-level-fly-fishing-fly-fishing-clinic/#When:05:09:19Z Sea Level Fly Fishing, based out of Sacramento, has teamed with Baja Pirates to offer a 6 day bluewater fly fishing class in La Paz, Baja California, Mexico. Class dates are June 27 - July, 2009, and the class includes a complete Sea Level Bluewater fly-fishing outfit. Click HERE to read more... News 2009-03-14T05:09:19+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sportfishing-conservancy-announces-no-wear-campaign/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sportfishing-conservancy-announces-no-wear-campaign/#When:06:58:11Z March 6, 2009 - The Sportfishing Conservancy announced a campaign to have the California Fish and Game Commission rescind the requirement for fishermen to wear their fishing licenses. You can participate by signing an on-line petition. Click HERE to read more... News 2009-03-13T06:58:11+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/one-surf-fly-beach-classic-tournament/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/one-surf-fly-beach-classic-tournament/#When:05:03:27Z March 12, 2009 - Al Quattrocchi (AlQ, ondafly) announced the "One Surf Fly Beach Classic" tournament, to be held May 9, 2009 at Dockweiller State Beach, in Los Angeles. Proceeds will go to Heal the Bay, a nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to making Southern California coastal waters and watersheds safe, healthy and clean.While not a "Beyond The Breakwater" type event, it's for a great cause. Click HERE to learn more... News 2009-03-13T05:03:27+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/thinking-about-buying-a-boat2/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/thinking-about-buying-a-boat2/#When:15:34:36Z Ah...Spring, when fishermen start to think about getting out on the water...which may involve a new boat!If you fall into the "potential boat buyer" category, you might be interested in visiting our recently re-released website Ocean Skiff Journal. Lots of information on setting up smaller boats for use "Beyond The Breakwater".Like BTB, we don't spend a lot of time covering really basic stuff, but there are some subtleties you might not have thought of... News 2009-03-02T15:34:36+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sd-fly-shop-casting-clinic-feb-22/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sd-fly-shop-casting-clinic-feb-22/#When:01:44:40Z Feb. 6, 2009 - The San Diego Fly Shop will be holding a free casting clinic on Saturday, Feb. 22. They will be video taping your casts and using their Sage Casting Analyzer. The Sage Casting Analyzer is an incredible tool for helping to indentify ways to improve your casting stroke, and they have the only one in San Diego. The clinic will be held from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. There is no need to sign up in advance, just go to the shop and you will be directed to the clinic.The shop is also offering $100.00 off on any guided trip, or a free surf class with the purchase of $200.00 or more. News 2009-02-08T01:44:40+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sd-fly-shop-winter-blowout-sale/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/sd-fly-shop-winter-blowout-sale/#When:06:58:52Z January 7, 2009 - Jeff Stock from the San Diego Fly Shop sent us an e-mail announcing their Giant Winter Blowout Sale. We also have the SD Fly Shop Winter Blowout Sale flyer on-line. News 2009-01-08T06:58:52+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fly-fishers-anonymous/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fly-fishers-anonymous/#When:22:21:35Z January 6, 2009 - Ken Lindsay at The Fishermen's Spot called to announce the formation of "Fly Fishers Anonymous", an informal group of avid anglers dedicated to futhering their fly fishing addiction.This group will get together on Thursday evenings at Fishermen's Spot from 6 to 8 PM to share ideas, fly tying, casting and general BS.They'll have tables set up for fly tying and rigging, and as the days grow longer they will get outside for some casting as well.This is a chance to absorb the skills that make us all better fly fishers from experienced local anglers in a very informal, no cost setting.Beginning Thursday, January 15th, 2009 they will be open until 8 PM every Thursday until further notice. This will also help those who can't make it to the store during their regular business hours. Novice and experienced anglers alike will grow from this creative exchange of ideas and techniques. Stop by and feed your Addiction. News 2009-01-06T22:21:35+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/extra-large-bucktails-from-the-fishermens-spot/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/extra-large-bucktails-from-the-fishermens-spot/#When:07:51:04Z Dec. 15, 2008 - The Fishermen's Spot has received a load of extra-long, extra-large bucktails, perfect for saltwater flies. How much larger? Click HERE to see a close up.The cost is $7.99/tail for white, and $9.99 for dyed colors, but well worth it considering the difference in size and length.Contact the Fishermen's Spot: (818)785-7306 or (877)785-7306, or email them at: 411@fishermensspot.com. They will take phone orders! News 2008-12-16T07:51:04+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-report-offshore-fishing-is-still-good/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-report-offshore-fishing-is-still-good/#When:01:08:00Z Nov. 17, 2008 - Capt. Scott Leon (Paradigm Shift Charters) reports good fishing for albacore and skipjack down south. Click HERE to read the full report. News 2008-11-18T01:08:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-fly-shop-sale/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-fly-shop-sale/#When:18:48:52Z The San Diego Fly Shop, and Blue Water Tackle announced that they are having a sale on December 6. Everything in the store is 15 - 50% off! Stock Charters is also offering $100 off any trip until April 1, 2009.Visit their website for hours and directions... News 2008-11-06T18:48:52+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/scffo-grand-opening-november-15/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/scffo-grand-opening-november-15/#When:17:25:16Z SoCal Fly Fishing Outfitters is holding its grand opening event on November 15, from 9:00am - 5:00pm. Ken Hanley, Nick Curcione, Jeff Solis, and Pat Jaeger are the headlined speakers. Equipment demos, mini-clinics, book signings, a raffle and refreshments are also on tap. Click HERE to see the full flyer... News 2008-11-06T17:25:16+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/yellowfin-tuna-are-hot/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/yellowfin-tuna-are-hot/#When:04:56:47Z August 28, 2008 - Numerous reports of outstanding yellowfin / bigeye tuna fishing are coming in from local waters. Floyd Sparks, of the Tuna Kahuna, reported landing several fish in the 35lb class on fly gear on the 43 Fathom Bank. He was fishing a 4" blue/white Tuna Kahuna fly on a 400 grain shooting head.For more info, check out our Fishing Reports Forum News 2008-08-29T04:56:47+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btb-hats-stuff/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btb-hats-stuff/#When:07:05:41Z We have some great hats & Tee-shirts for sale now. Show your support by picking up a thing or three from our online store News 2008-08-16T07:05:41+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-offshore-heats-up/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-offshore-heats-up/#When:02:22:57Z With good weather, flat seas, and warm water temps, the offshore fishing in the San Diego area has started to go off. Lots of smaller dorado (perfect fly-rod fish) and medium-sized yellowtail around the paddies from the 302 Bank south, and albacore, bluefin and bigeye tuna in the 371 Bank area and south. Read more by visiting our Fishing Report Forum. News 2008-08-04T02:22:57+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coastal-fishing-is-hot/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coastal-fishing-is-hot/#When:08:36:37Z July 25, 2008 - Our Field Editors and Regional Moderators are all reporting outstanding coastal fishing, from Santa Cruz Island in the north, to La Jolla in the south. Calico bass are the main targets, but log barracuda, decent-sized bonito, and white seabass in the 10lb+ range are also being caught. Please see our Fishing Reports Forum for more info. News 2008-07-25T08:36:37+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/bob-clouser-joins-tfo/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/bob-clouser-joins-tfo/#When:21:58:01Z July 18, 2008 - Temple Fork Outfitters President Rick Pope announced today that Bob Clouser, originator of the famous "Clouser Deep Minnow" has joined the advisory staff of TFO."Since introducing the famed Clouser Deep Minnow in 1984, Bob has contributed much to fly fishing. He has been involved in everything from rod design to tying vises and materials refinements, from books and videos to hosting fly fishing schools and clinics." said Pope."If you have been fortunate enough to spend some time with him, you’ll agree that in addition to his status as an ambassador for fly fishing, he is one of the very finest individuals in the sport. In summary, Bob’s life experiences perfectly fit our Mission Statement: to increase participation in and awareness of fly fishing by offering the best possible combination of price and performance in rods and related products."As a member of the TFO Advisory Staff, Clouser will be involved in the design of rods and related products, assist in developing casting schools and educational programs, and participate in general business planning for TFO. News 2008-07-21T21:58:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/spot-announces-expanded-alaska-coverage/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/spot-announces-expanded-alaska-coverage/#When:21:53:32Z July 21, 2008 - SPOT LLC, manufacturers of the award-winning SPOT Satellite Messenger™, is announcing coverage expansion to include all of Alaska, the Aleutian Islands and the surrounding maritime regions including the Gulf of Alaska and portions of both the North Pacific and South Arctic Oceans. SPOT users, such as Alaska residents, tourists, outdoors adventurists, and remote workers in these regions, can now experience the benefit of additional land and off-shore coverage with their SPOT Satellite Messenger. See the SPOT website for additional info News 2008-07-21T21:53:32+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/summer-sand-bass-bite/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/summer-sand-bass-bite/#When:21:26:28Z July 20, 2008 - The summer sand bass spawn is in full swing, and there are reports of wide-open fishing for grumps on the flats off the Tijuana Bull Ring. Nice-sized barracuda are also in the mix, and our guess would be that there are a few trophy White Seabass hanging around under the other fish. Coastal fishing further north also continues at a good clip, with The Long Beach Wall producing more calico bass, sand bass, barracuda, and bonito.Unfortunately, offshore fishing continues to be hit-or-miss, with more and more signs of yellowtail and dorado on the paddies on the local banks, but nothing consistent. Tuna fishing within 60 miles of San Diego is also sketchy, however, there appears to be a good body of fish at the 90 mile mark south of San Diego. News 2008-07-21T21:26:28+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/offshore-weather-takes-a-turn-for-the-worse/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/offshore-weather-takes-a-turn-for-the-worse/#When:08:46:21Z July 2, 2008 - Wild water conditions continue to plague the offshore season, with washing-machine conditions putting a kibosh on the good fishing from last week. On-the-water reports indicate the weather is starting to improve, but counts are still scratchy on the tuna. See our Fishing Reports Forum for the latest info. News 2008-07-03T08:46:21+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-seajay-charters-schedule-change/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-seajay-charters-schedule-change/#When:07:41:57Z June 28 - The Fishermen's Spot notified us that their July 22 trip aboard the Sea Jay has been cancelled, but their August 19 and September 4 trips are still on, and have a limited number of openings left. Click HERE for more details... News 2008-06-29T07:41:57+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/its-started/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/its-started/#When:07:29:21Z June 28, 2008 - A stretch of good weather has resulted in the albacore and yellowfin tuna breaking open on the 302 and 371 Fathom Banks. Floyd Sparks reported16 bluefin and albacore to 40lbs on Thursday, and Field Editor Scott Leon (Paradigm Shift Charters) was out today, and just texted "It's WFO right NOW!" Some good-sized fish mixed in there! Keep an eye on our Fishing Reports Forum for the latest info. News 2008-06-29T07:29:21+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2008-season-struggles/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/2008-season-struggles/#When:22:20:59Z June 26, 2008 - The 2008 offshore season continues to sputter, with small catches of albacore, yellowtail, bluefin tuna, and even a marlin or two being reported, but with no consistency. Weather and swell swings seem to be a major factor, as conditions ranging from flat calm to washing-machine seem to be occuring almost on alternating days.One bright spot - Capt. Scott Leon, of Paradigm Shift Charters, reports that the albacore he has been picking up are stuffed with "micro-baits" - 2" or shorter fry. A perfect size for fly-fisherman to imitate.Coastal fishing seems to be more consistent, with a steady pick of calico bass at the usual locations, mixed in with occasional flurries of both barracuda and bonito. See our Fishing Reports Forum for the latest info. News 2008-06-26T22:20:59+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/new-san-diego-fly-shop-to-open-june-28/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/new-san-diego-fly-shop-to-open-june-28/#When:04:41:01Z June 20, 2008 - A new fly shop, owned and operated by veteran San Diego Bay guide Capt. Peter Piconi, will open for business Saturday, June 28."SoCal Fly Fishing Outfitters" is located in San Diego's Liberty Station, at 2860 Sims Rd. They will carry Simms and Redington outerwear exclusively, and will carry top brands such as Sage, Rio, Galvan, Tibor, FishPond, and Redington. Booking services for freshwater, bay, coastal and offshore fly fishing trips will be offered as well. Store hours will be: 9 - 6 Mon - Sat, 10 - 3 Sun.The store's full address is: 2860 Sims Rd., San Diego, Ca 92106; phone: 619-224-4000, email: info@socalflyfishing.net.Look for an in-depth story soon! News 2008-06-21T04:41:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/spot-inc-announces-spot-shared-pages/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/spot-inc-announces-spot-shared-pages/#When:18:22:27Z May 8, 2008 - SPOT, Inc, makers of the popular SPOT Satellite Messenger℠, announced that a new service, SPOT shared pages, has entered beta testing. The SPOT shared pages feature allows SPOT users to create maps showing their position and progress that are available via the Web to others, whether or not the other people have access to a SPOT account. Click HERE for the full story. News 2008-05-10T18:22:27+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/looks-like-2008-is-about-to-start/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/looks-like-2008-is-about-to-start/#When:04:17:42Z April 20, 2008 - Despite overcast and windy weather weather down south, it looks like the 2008 season is about to get under way. When good weather settles in for a couple of days, nice-sized bonito, around-legal-sized barracuda, and a smattering of yellowtail have appeared at the Rockpile, some 25 miles south of the border. Along the US Coast, coast, calico bass are starting to pick up steam, and a few thresher sharks have started to show. Further north, calico and sand bass continue to please off the Long Beach Breakwall. See our Fishing Reports Forum for the latest info. News 2008-04-21T04:17:42+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/long-beach-casting-club-needs-your-help/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/long-beach-casting-club-needs-your-help/#When:08:39:26Z April 5, 2008 - On December 2, 2007, the historic Long Beach Casting Clubhouse suffered extensive fire damage. The cost to rebuild the clubhouse exceeds the insurance coverage by at least $50,000, so they are appealing to members and the public for help. Click HERE for the whole story... News 2008-04-05T08:39:26+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-charters-aboard-the-sea-jay/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishermens-spot-charters-aboard-the-sea-jay/#When:19:58:53Z This summer, The Fishermen's Spot will be chartering the Sea Jay for some exciting action at the Channel Islands.These are limited-load trips (6 anglers), and they have scheduled 3 dates. Click HERE for more details... News 2008-03-27T19:58:53+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/april-fishermens-spot-discovery-series-event/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/april-fishermens-spot-discovery-series-event/#When:20:16:46Z March 08, 2008 - The Fishermen's Spot has announced that their Discovery Series Event for April will be on April 12, and will focus on "Discovering Salt Water Fly-Fishing". Featured speakers and fly tyers include: BTBFF Field Editor Conway Bowman (host of "Dollar-wise Fly" on the Versus Channel), Al Quatrocchi, James Dwyer, John Nakano (aka Hip), Paul Cronin and Jim Solomon. Jason Lozano. manufacturer's representative for Scientific Anglers, Scott Rods, and Ross Reels and Rods will also be there to answer any question and demo products.Click HERE for the full story and details... News 2008-03-08T20:16:46+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/dollar-wise-fly-to-premiere-february-15/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/dollar-wise-fly-to-premiere-february-15/#When:07:43:35Z Field Editor Capt. Conway Bowman has a new TV show that will premiere on the Versus Network February 15! "Dollar Wise Fly" will highlight ways to fish the best fly waters at a fraction of the cost. Click HERE for the full story... News 2008-02-09T07:43:35+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/giant-yellowtail-at-la-jolla/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/giant-yellowtail-at-la-jolla/#When:09:07:00Z January 24, 2008 - With the appearance of smaller squid in the canyon, La Jolla broke wide open for monster yellowtail last week. See our discussion foums for more details. News 2008-01-25T09:07:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/mexican-boat-permits-no-longer-needed/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/mexican-boat-permits-no-longer-needed/#When:08:48:32Z January 18, 2008 - In a surprize move, the Mexican Fisheries Department CONAPESCA, which is responsible for issuing Mexican fishing licenses and boat permits in the US, has announced that US boats are no longer required to have permits to fish in Mexican waters. Previous laws on fishing licenses still apply. See our discussion forum for more details. News 2008-01-18T08:48:32+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-fishermens-spot-supports-btb/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/the-fishermens-spot-supports-btb/#When:09:37:31Z December. 19, 2007 - The Fishermen's Spot has become our fourth corporate supporter, and second site-wide sponsor.Located in Van Nuys, California, the Fishermen's Spot is the only full service fly- fishing shop in Los Angeles county. They carry a full line of the finest flyfishing gear including Sage, Simms, Cloudveil, Winston, Scott, Umpqua, Ross, Bauer, Lamson, Waterworks, Scientific Anglers, Abel, Redington, Fishpond, Cortland, Orvis, Rio, Whiting Farms, Outcast, and Tibor (to name a few).When you're in LA, take some time to visit their store at 14411 Burbank Blvd. Van Nuys, CA, 91401. Their phone number: (818)785-7306. While they currently do not have an on-line store, they do take phone orders, and ship worldwide. Visit their website by clicking HERE. News 2008-01-17T09:37:31+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/new-resources/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/new-resources/#When:09:09:00Z Check out the Resources section of the website. We've added some info on boat rentals and time-shares, plus added a guide for LA/OC and also one for Oxnard & Points North News 2008-01-17T09:09:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btbff-and-paradigm-shift-charters-live/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/btbff-and-paradigm-shift-charters-live/#When:19:13:00Z Capt. Scott Leon and I were invited to appear at the Fishemen's Spot Fly Shop Discovery Day event on January 19, 2008. The Fishermen's Spot is located in the San Fernando Valley, at 14411 Burbank Blvd., Van Nuys, CA 91401, (818)785-7306. See this Google Map to Fishermen's Spot.Scott will be representing Renzetti and Paradigm Shift Charters, and I'll be there talking about BTBFF. I'll be bringing up Toy Boat 2 and leaving it in the parking lot, so if you want to have a look around (no free boat equipment samples, however) or ask any questions, come on by.The event runs from 10:00am - 4:00pm, with small group seminars running throughout the day. They also have Guy Jeans talking about the Kern River, Graham Owen talking about trophy brown trout on fly, and Dan Liechty repping Hrdy USA and Cortland.Steve Ellis (co-owner of FS) and I go way back. I tied flies for FS back in the late 70s, and while we lost touch for a while, I'm looking forward to seeing Steve again, and hopefully seeing some faces I haven't seen for 20 - 30 years! Hope to see you there! News 2007-12-31T19:13:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/long-beach-calicos-still-on-the-chew/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/long-beach-calicos-still-on-the-chew/#When:19:36:01Z December 23, 2007 - Capt. Bryan Webb of Pacific Coast Fly-fishing reports that Long Beach Breakwall calico bass are still fishing well. See our Fishing Report Forum for more info. News 2007-12-23T19:36:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/renzetti-announces-new-products/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/renzetti-announces-new-products/#When:08:15:40Z November. 28, 2007 - Renzetti announced an updated version of their popular Traveller vise, and a Special Edition Masters vise.They also announced that they have become distributors for the Tuffleye product from Wet a Hook Technologies Click HERE to read more. News 2007-11-29T08:15:40+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/cam-sigler-company-first-btb-site-wide-sponsor/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/cam-sigler-company-first-btb-site-wide-sponsor/#When:10:17:33Z November. 14, 2007 - The Cam Sigler Company has become our third corporate supporter, and first site-wide sponsor.The Cam Sigler Company develops and markets the highest quality fly-fishing gear for big game fish. Their bluewater fly rods are known worldwide as tough, no-nosense rods at a great price, and their billfish flies have garnered a well-deserved reputation as dependable fish catchers. They also offer pre-tied IGFA-compliant leaders, and a number of specialized accessories that BTB readers should check out. Visit their website by clicking HERE. News 2007-11-14T10:17:33+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/temple-fork-outfitters-supports-btb/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/temple-fork-outfitters-supports-btb/#When:20:09:09Z November. 10, 2007 - Temple Fork Outfitters has become the second corporate supporter of Beyond The Breakwater.TFO set the fly fishing industry on its ear when it began selling high performance fly rods at affordable prices. With the addition of Lefty Kreh to their staff in 2003, followed by other notables such as Ed Jaworoski, Jim Teeny, Gary and Wanda Taylor, Terry Hayden, Mike Kinney, Bob Meiser and Nick Curcione, TFO has become a force to be reckoned with in fly rods and reels.Their mission? According to TFO President Rick Pope, “Our goal is to increase participation in and awareness of flyfishing by offering the best possible combination of price and performance in rods.” We say "Amen" to that! Check out their website by clicking HERE. News 2007-11-10T20:09:09+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/south-coast-fishing-slows/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/south-coast-fishing-slows/#When:19:33:00Z Nov. 1, 2007 - After a brief attempt at a recovery in October, offshore fishing in the Southland has pretty much died down. But coastal fishing can be excellent during periods of good current, with flurries of bonito, barracuda, calico and sand bass, and the occasional school of breezing yellowtail still being found. While the average size of the winter bonito has dropped significantly in the last couple of years, there are still some good-size fish (6+ lbs) mixed in with the smaller fish. Homeguard (resident) yellowtail will also be caught, although these are typically deep fish (keep an eye on our Fishing Report Forum for the latest info). News 2007-11-03T19:33:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-yellowfin-still-around/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-yellowfin-still-around/#When:19:01:00Z Oct. 19, 2007 - Despite cooling weather and water temps, yellowfin tuna are still being caught in the San Diego / Coronados Islands area. Capt. Dave Trimble fished Friday for 12 yellowfin tuna, and 1 marlin jig strike off Pukey Point. Click HERE to read the full report. News 2007-10-20T19:01:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/nick-curcione-joins-btb-as-contributing-editor/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/nick-curcione-joins-btb-as-contributing-editor/#When:08:50:09Z (photo by Scott Leon)Our good friend Nick Curcione joins Beyond The Breakwater as Contributing Editor. Click HERE to read more... News 2007-10-12T08:50:09+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/habervision-sponsors-btb/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/habervision-sponsors-btb/#When:18:53:41Z Habervision Eyewear has become BTB's first sponsor. Founded in 2005 by lifelong fisherman, skier and golfer Steve Haber (developer of Bolle' sunglasses), Habervision offers ultra-high performance polarized sunglasses, without a ultra-high price.Available in a wide variety of frame styles and lense colors, their products all have optically correct 8-base lenses, and many models feature anti-reflective, water repellent coatings or photochromic lenses. Many models are also available with prescription lenses.Habervision products are only available on-line, and they have a no-hassle, "perfect fit" guarantee designed to take the worry out of purchasing over the Internet. PLUS, they have real, live customer service people based in the US!"I believe not using polarized products doesn't just cloud your vision, but your entire outdoor experience!" say Steve. We have to agree. Check out their website by clicking HERE. News 2007-09-28T18:53:41+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-area-fishing-bounces-back/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-area-fishing-bounces-back/#When:02:49:00Z Sept. 24, 2007 - After the much-feared severe-cold-front-rain-storm failed to produce much rain (although we did have several waterspouts over the ocean), the fishing off San Diego has bounced back. Capt. Scott Leon (Paradigm Shift Charters) reported good fishing along the La Jolla kelp over the weekend, and board regular Randy Norris had some good luck in Mexican waters on the inner banks (see our Fishing Report Forum for more info). News 2007-09-26T02:49:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/igfa-updates-fly-rod-rules/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/igfa-updates-fly-rod-rules/#When:18:12:00Z Sept 23, 2007- In its Sept/Oct 2007 issue of the International Angler newsletter, the International GFA announced that it has revised the regulations on extension butts on fly rods. The new rule states that extension butt length is now to be measured from the center of the reel foot. Extension butts may not exceed 6 inches on rods up to 11 feet, and may not exceed 10 inches for rods over 11 feet. See the IGFA website for more info. News 2007-09-22T18:12:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/la-oc-fishing-slows/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/la-oc-fishing-slows/#When:09:01:00Z Sept. 22, 2007 - After a summer of productive fishing, Capt. Bryan Webb of Pacific Coast Fly Fishing called to report that local Orange County water temps had dropped 11 degrees literally overnight. Fishing has been correspondingly slow.Some calico bass, short barracuda and bonito are still being taken, but fishing is nowhere near as good as it was around Labor Day. News 2007-09-22T09:01:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishing-slows-fall-storm-looms/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/fishing-slows-fall-storm-looms/#When:08:08:00Z Sept. 19, 2007 - Rough conditions and cooling water temps made for tough fishing the last few weeks, and with a strong, cold storm approaching from the north, the Fall season could be cut abruptly short. Scattered schools of small (5 - 6lb) yellowfin tuna, an albacore over 30lbs from the Outer Banks, and decent numbers of marlin on the inner banks highlighted recent reports offshore.Inshore, the Coronados continued to provide a consistent, if slow, pick at the usual mix of bonito, bass and the occasional yellowtail. La Jolla and Point Loma provided similar fishing. News 2007-09-20T08:08:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/oc-coastal-fishing-is-hot/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/oc-coastal-fishing-is-hot/#When:03:18:00Z Sept 10, 2007- Nearshore fishing in south Orange County continues on a tear, with bass, barracuda, bonito and the occasional large WSB showing up. Read Capt. Bryan Webb's report in our Fishing Report Forum. News 2007-09-11T03:18:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/washing-machine-weather-slows-fishing-offshore/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/washing-machine-weather-slows-fishing-offshore/#When:19:04:01Z August 31, 2007 - Rough water conditions (larger swells, plus short period) have slowed things down, but as we come off the full moon, and the weather lays down, expect the fishing to pick up again. Boats adventurous enough to take the pounding have found the fish scattered, but occasionally willing to bite. Increased numbers of football YFT have been seen as well. Water temps continue to hang in the high 60s, low 70s, and there is still a lot of bait around. News 2007-09-01T19:04:01+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/bowman-bluewater-drawing/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/bowman-bluewater-drawing/#When:18:56:00Z Bowman Bluewater Guides and Outfitters announced that it will be having a drawing for a pair of Kaenon Hard Kore sunglasses for people who register for their mailing list. To be eligible, you must be sign up before November 1, 2007 News 2007-09-01T18:56:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coastal-fishing-sharks-tuna-dominate/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coastal-fishing-sharks-tuna-dominate/#When:17:57:00Z August 18, 2007 - Coastal fishing from San Diego to Santa Barbara continues at a good clip, with lots of the usual suspects up for grabs when the water conditions are good. Yellowtail have been making a good showing at the Coronados as well.Mako shark fishing continues at a good clip in the San Diego area, with Capt. Conway Bowman (Bowman Bluewater Guides and Outfitters), reporting some of the best fishing they've had in a while. including sight-fishing in calm weather, fish in the 200lb class, and even a 12 ft hammerhead hooked. They've also baited marlin and swordfish on conventional gear, but have yet to hook one. Offshore fishing for tuna has been good at the banks 50 - 70 miles offshore (Butterfly, 60 Mile, 390), with albacore and some yellowfin showing. The albacore have been large (over 35lbs), according to Capt. Scott Leon of Paradigm Shift Charters. The main problem has been the weather, with wind and swells keeping many of the smaller private boats in closer to shore.Kelp paddy fishing for dorado and yellowtail continues to be slow. Lots of fish seen, but not many active biters. Reports of massive amounts of pinhead sauries leaves everyone thinking the fish are just stuffed. See our Fishing Reports Forum for more reports. News 2007-08-18T17:57:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-sharks-hot-coastal-fishing-picks-up-tuna-cools/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-sharks-hot-coastal-fishing-picks-up-tuna-cools/#When:08:27:00Z July 31, 2007 - While mako shark fishing continues at a good clip, offshore albies have slowed, as warm waters (70 degrees) have pushed them even further offshore, or up north. However! There have been reports of more yellowtail and dorado on paddies offshore, yellowtail have appeared in numbers at the Coronados, and Captain Scott Leon of Paradigm Shift Charters called in to report great fishing along the La Jolla Kelp. A recent half-day trip resulted in lots of calico bass, bonito, and an 11lb. white seabass. See our Fishing Reports Forum for more info. News 2007-08-01T08:27:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-mako-fishing-is-red-hot/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-mako-fishing-is-red-hot/#When:00:11:00Z July 15, 2007 - Captain Conway Bowman of Bowman Bluewater Guides and Outfitters called in to report outstanding mako fishing during the last week, including a 20 fish day, with fish up to an estimated 160lbs., and a 15 fish day with fish up to an estimated 200lbs. See more in our fish report forum. News 2007-07-16T00:11:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/albacore-move-back-south/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/albacore-move-back-south/#When:23:58:00Z July 13, 2007 - Albacore on the 182 hav slowed. Floyd Sparks of the Tuna Kahuna called in to report picking up isolated jig fish to the south, around the 371 spots. Similar reports have appeared on other websites such as Bloody Decks. There also appear to be spots of fish between the 226 and 302, and also further south towards the 390 and the 1010 trench. News 2007-07-13T23:58:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-coastal-fishing-still-good/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-coastal-fishing-still-good/#When:00:05:00Z July 12, 2007 - If you don't have time to hit the offshore banks, coastal fishing along the San Diego area is still great. Barracuda and calico bass continue to please, with scattered spots of yellowtail and bonito. Small baitfish patterns or reaction-strike streamers like Seaducers, fished around the edges of the kelp beds will garner strikes. News 2007-07-13T00:05:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/tuna-on-the-182/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/tuna-on-the-182/#When:06:53:00Z July 6, 2007 - Captain Scott Leon of Paradigm Shift Charters called in to report lots of Albacore on the ridge south of the 182. See our Fishing Reports Forum for more info. News 2007-07-07T06:53:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coronados-yt-get-going/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/coronados-yt-get-going/#When:08:17:00Z June 12, 2007 - Captain Jeff Stock of Stock Charters reports picking up some nice yellowtail at the South Kelp, on a mix of conventional tackle and fly gear. This 17lb. fish hit a copper mushmouth.See our Fishing Reports Forum for more fishing reports. News 2007-06-14T08:17:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/bassin-the-wall-continues-to-rock/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/bassin-the-wall-continues-to-rock/#When:09:10:00Z June 5, 2007 - Captain Bryan Webb of Pacific Coast Fly Fishing called in to let us know that the bass fishing along the Long Beach Breakwall continues to be HOT, with lots of size to the fish... News 2007-06-07T09:10:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-area-roundup-june-5-2007/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/san-diego-area-roundup-june-5-2007/#When:08:12:00Z Bass, Barracuda, and Bonito highlight San Diego Area coastal fishing, with some good showings of Yellowtail in the Coronados and Rock Pile areas. News 2007-06-06T08:12:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/red-tide-causing-problems/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/red-tide-causing-problems/#When:21:37:00Z May 29, 2007 - Several different sources have reported problems up and down the Southland coast due to Red Tide. This has not affected the offshore waters. Captain Dave Trimble from Bowman Bluewater Guides and Outfitters reports continued good action on blue and mako sharks along the 9 Mile Bank. News 2007-05-29T21:37:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/long-beach-breakwall-bass-take-off/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/long-beach-breakwall-bass-take-off/#When:06:53:00Z May 18, 2007 - Captain Bryan Webb of Pacific Coast Fly Fishing reports that the bass fishing along the Long Beach Breakwall took off this week... News 2007-05-20T06:53:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/local-fishing-picking-up/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/local-fishing-picking-up/#When:02:37:00Z Captain Dave Trimble of Bowman Bluewater Guides and Outfitters reports a couple of good days of ... News 2007-05-16T02:37:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/big-bones-barries-yellowtail-show-at-rockpile/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/big-bones-barries-yellowtail-show-at-rockpile/#When:21:34:00Z Captain Scott Leon of Paradigm Shift Charters reports that big bonito (up to 20 lbs), barracuda (double digits) and yellowtail (mid-teens) showed briefly in big numbers off the Rockpile... News 2007-05-05T21:34:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/capt-scott-leon-becomes-cam-siglers-1rst-pro-staffer/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/capt-scott-leon-becomes-cam-siglers-1rst-pro-staffer/#When:09:32:00Z Captain Scott Leon of Paradigm Shift Charters has become the Cam Sigler Company's 1rst Pro Staff member... News 2007-04-07T09:32:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/paradigm-shift-charters-opens-for-business/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/paradigm-shift-charters-opens-for-business/#When:22:39:00Z Paradigm Shift Charters, owned and operated by Capt. Scott Leon, is now open for business. Paradigm Shift Charters is based in Dana Landing. Many of you may better know Capt. Leon as the former Editor of Fly Fishing in Salt Waters magazine. Scott decided to move his guide business from south Florida to San Diego earlier this year. As a former Navy SEAL who trained at Naval Air Station Coronado, Scott has always had a soft spot for this area, and was anxious to return to SoCal to help promote salt water fly fishing. He is running a Jones Brothers 26' center console with twin F150 Yamahas, the only one we know about on the West Coast. Jones Brothers boats are legendary on the East Coast, so we look forward to getting a ride and checking it out for our sister site "Ocean Skiff Journal". News 2007-03-06T22:39:00+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/spot2-upgrade-offer/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/spot2-upgrade-offer/#When:07:07:33Z March 17, 2010 - SPOT LLC announced an upgrade program for current SPOT users.For a limited time, current SPOT Personal Tracker (SPOT 1) customers can get the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger (SPOT 2) at a reduced price. You can upgrade and swap your current SPOT device with the new one, or you can add the new SPOT 2 unit to your account and have multiple SPOT devices in service.Click HERE to check it out. Lead Articles, Boats & Boating, Safety&Environment 2010-03-18T07:07:33+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/pimp-my-boat-ride/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/pimp-my-boat-ride/#When:19:48:03Z Got some spare time and money? How about fixing up your boat to be more "fly-friendly"? Click HERE to read more... Lead Articles, Boats & Boating 2008-05-04T19:48:03+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/here-spot/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/here-spot/#When:07:49:10Z The SPOT satellite messenger promises to be a fun tool which will make you safer offshore. Should you buy one? Click HERE to read more. Lead Articles, Safety&Environment 2008-03-16T07:49:10+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/what-the-heck-is-dsc/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/what-the-heck-is-dsc/#When:08:25:32Z What is DSC? And why should you care? This brief article explains why you should use DSC... Lead Articles, Safety&Environment 2007-09-10T08:25:32+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/what-really-happens-to-recycled-oil/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/what-really-happens-to-recycled-oil/#When:08:53:49Z 4-stroke engines are more environmentally friendly than 2-strokes, right? Maybe not... Lead Articles, Safety&Environment 2007-06-22T08:53:49+00:00 http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/hablamos-la-pesca/ http://www.btbff.com/index.php/btbff/index-alt/hablamos-la-pesca/#When:00:27:34Z Using your private boat in Mexican waters is no big deal, but you should make sure you have your paperwork in order. This brief article talks about what you need in order to take your boat into Mexican waters, and perhaps just as important, what to expect when you come back! Lead Articles, Boats & Boating 2007-06-11T00:27:34+00:00