there seems to be a little interest in codfishing out there. last year we did togfest, how about this year we do codfest. with the togs we just did a bunch of us with boats but for codfishing we could do a partyboat and fish stellwagen in the spring. is it the viking that goes out quincy? i've never done a private charter on a partyboat - how many guys do you think we need to do it

I've have a friend that did similar (rent a party cod boat) but he used the Gloucester fleet. Not sure he chartered the entire boat or just reserved 20+ slots, but I think the entire boat. Sometimes the boat requires a minimum number.

Walshes out of Lynn maybe? does private charters ,not sure how many they take on board, seen it on another board.

Freakin Maine!!

i was thinking of quincy saving some travel time but it makes sense to spend $$$ with a local boat

I'm in. if work permits

Paul,
How about trying to plan one the next week or 2.
A sat or sunday.
Once april gets here I'm on my boat only.

i am in if you can do a Sunday or Monday, if not i will need a little advance notice for vacation time here at work, but i would love to hit up some yummy cod.

I'd be into a private charter.

I have fished the Gulf of Maine for a while on a charter boat out of Perkins Cove. I won't post the name here as they are not a sponsor but its a good boat, good captain initials are BC. Its what I'd call a fisherman's head boat. Wet deck, no heated cabin, lobsterboat style fishing. Pretty much a jig bite. They use good equipment if you don't have your own. Very good times. If people are interested I will call the captain.
I already have a couple marathon trips scheduled but could do one more.

Paul,

My bachelor party in 05 was a Cod trip. We had the whole boat and had about 20 guys. I think it was out of Seabrook NH (Eastman’s maybe?) and fished the Gulf of Maine. I don’t think the price was that bad per guy. It was 6 years ago though…………

I'd like to be in but between shows and Scouts its pretty jammed newt from months. Pick a date and if I can go I will :hee:

We charter the yankee capts every august. I THINK its about 2500, so 25 people 100 bucks a head plus tip for the mates and we go on a marathon trip, 12-14 hours. Not that bad when you consider its a boat of all people ya know.

here are a few dates - sun may 8th or sun the 15th. fishing should be good then. i'll make a few calls this week and check prices and availability on a few boats.

here are a few dates - sun may 8th or sun the 15th. fishing should be good then. i'll make a few calls this week and check prices and availability on a few boats.
works for me!

Im in for it. But im an easy chummer.

I'm In

I'd be in for a Sunday.

I'd love to go if I'm available on the date you choose.

Look into the Challenger out of Newburyport. These guys know where the cod are. Check the fishing reports link below and look at May - Mid June. Huge fish! Rates to charter the entire boat are very reasonable. You would only need 15 people on the weekend to get the price under $100 a head. 12 hour marathons also available.

Weekends $1450.00
This is for up to 30 passengers,
add $48.00 for each additional passenger
Weekdays $1200.00
This is for up to 25 passengers,
add $48.00 for each additional passenger



New Page 1 (http://www.clipperfleet.com/default.asp?page=502)

I was reading the latest OTW last night & I saw a ad for a head board running out of Tiverton, RI .
I don,t know if its there for the winter or a completely new venture :fishin:

I was reading the latest OTW last night & I saw a ad for a head board running out of Tiverton, RI .
I don,t know if its there for the winter or a completely new venture :fishin:

Interesting.That would be quite very convenient for me!

This was the closest boat I could find(outta New Bedford):
http://www.captainleroys.com/

What about a Frances Fleet trip?

What about a Frances Fleet trip?

Nope, never again, every time I go, I say the same dang thing

bASSWIPE,

check it out .see if there is a party boat in the basin or Manchesters

I just want to clarify I do not have any affiliation to the company or captain. Just hought I would share a good experience I had a few yeas ago. Went out of Plymouth on a Captain John Boat and Captain Tucker put us on a lot of fish - if he is still around I would ask for him again. It didn't look like we would get the minimum amount of anglers (I think 15) but we did. I heard an old timer comment that they probably would not run the engines that long and it would be a short trip but he ran long and far from 7 to 3. BTW Captain John always has a table at the MSBA shows and it would be nice to show support. Not a bad take for $49. If you can get the cost more around this dollar amount I am in (and would like to take my oldest boy) no matter where it is - sounds like a good time with some good people. Thanks :jump1:

bASSWIPE,

check it out .see if there is a party boat in the basin or Manchesters

I'll take a ride down there in the morning.

pretty sure I would be in. sounds like a good time in the making.

If the date works I'm in

Ugh - I have to go to California on May 8, and have my daughter the following weekend ... but would most definitely be interested in other dates if they are a possibility ...

I would be interested in going as well if there is still a slot.
Both the 8th and 15th work.

i've made some calls and the clipperfleet (challenger) is the way to go. thanks fish on. it's $1450 for the day. available on sunday may 8th. it's capacity is 30 guys. with 30 guys it's $48 per man - with 20 guys it's $72 per man. price includes bait and rental rod. so the exact price will be determined by how many people come. if you want in - say "i'm in". when we have 15 definates i will book the boat. the more the merrier - we'll have a good day and load up on some tasty cod, haddock, and pollock.

I'm in.

If anyone is interested I am already booked on a Marathon trip on the Bunny Clark on June 9th - I think there are some spots left.

i've made some calls and the clipperfleet (challenger) is the way to go. thanks fish on. it's $1450 for the day. available on sunday may 8th. it's capacity is 30 guys. with 30 guys it's $48 per man - with 20 guys it's $72 per man. price includes bait and rental rod. so the exact price will be determined by how many people come. if you want in - say "i'm in". when we have 15 definates i will book the boat. the more the merrier - we'll have a good day and load up on some tasty cod, haddock, and pollock.

These guy's are hard core, they leave from the same marina I am brerthed at...they catch fish when other do not.. and fish when others run for home and mother..

The Stripers Inn that is located in the same complex, gives ( at least they used to) discounts to those using the Clipper fleet.. so if you are there the night before, you simply stumble from your rack stroll across the parking lot ( get coffee or breakfast at the fish tale diner) and get on the boat.. never getting into your vehicle until you go home...

I can't say definitely yet....But I'm definitely interested....

I'm In

They are out of Newburyport/Salisbury, right?


You know this is Mother's Day? Might not get a great turnout.

I'm in!!

i didn't realize the 8th was mothers day. let's make it sunday the 15th. Marty is in too

I am still in for the 15th, and a buddy of mine wants to go as well.. So chalk me down for two spots. Might be able to get some more people to go as well, I'll ask around.

I'm in on the 15th too

I'm In for the 15th!

Please count me in (2 slots please)! I have been dying to go with these guys during that time of the year. Any interest in making it a 12 hour marathon? Thanks for organizing the trip Niko!

FYI, Stripers is also a very good restaurant if you are looking for a place to eat. The trouble is that it also tends to be a good night spot so if you stop by for dinner on Saturday night you might be tempted to stay a little longer than you may have wished come morning.

Im in, dont see anything getting in the way. GReat price on the trip. If we need anyone else i know i can get a buddy who is a cod freak to come along.

Count me in for two for the 15th.

I'm in,
Where are they based Niko?

we're getting there. 12 so far. bill - it's out of newburyport or salisbury. maybe if we get enough guys we can factor in a free trip for the johnr. we can do a pool w/ plugs. c'mon a few more guys in and i can book this thing tomorrow. the fishing should be insane then. if there is interest in a marathon trip we can do it. get those jigging arms in shape boys - this ain't the canal

we're getting there. 12 so far. bill - it's out of newburyport or salisbury. maybe if we get enough guys we can factor in a free trip for the johnr. we can do a pool w/ plugs. c'mon a few more guys in and i can book this thing tomorrow. the fishing should be insane then. if there is interest in a marathon trip we can do it. get those jigging arms in shape boys - this ain't the canal

Marathon yes!!!!! Bring the bossman, Still limited to 10 at that time?

im in make that for 2,l im sure someone will want to go

Still limited to 10 at that time?

what do you mean?

I can't say definitely yet but most likely I'll be in for this and I'm sure my father would come along as well.

what do you mean?

10 keepers over 22

I'm in with my son too!

I'll be somewhere in the vicinity of Stellwagen, booked that day.

chuck and cj bring it to the magic number - i will book it tomorrow. bill - 10 cod plus no bag on haddock and pollock on top of that - the freezer will be full for a while after this trip

Niko, I'm in! if you need deposit moneys i will see you sat!

Is it the Challenger for $1450, or the smaller Sundance II? Website reads like the Challenger has different rates.

I'd throw down some extra cash for a bigger boat/marathon trip, for sure... but I guess that depends on how many people are going.
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in for the 15th

I'm in for 5/15!

In for 5/15. Chuck and cj we can car pool to the boat ill drive cj drives back :)
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I'm in,
Where are they based Niko?

salisbury, right off ou US RT1

we are booked for sunday may 15th. the boat is the sundance II, he does not charter out the other boat for private parties. if we want to extend the day a few hours, marathon trip, he said he would charge $200 extra - for up to 25 guys, a few bucks extra if we end up w/ more guys

Sweet! Thanks for setting it up. I will be in touch with a few other people this weekend, and try to get deposits from them to confirm their spots. Will let you know an updated total.

Found this report from May 15th 2009...

Clipper Fleet report 5/15 (http://www.nbssportfishing.com/vBforum/f32/clipper-fleet-fishing-report-5-15-a-10556/)

:shocked:

I went out early last june....guy next to me caught one that had to be at least 60.....bottomed out the 50 lb scale that he had.

We definitely gotta set up a pool.

I have one guest, maybe more.

i have a guest coming - marty

Canal should be on fire that day.

sd - you are like a ray of sunshine :) and #^&#^&#^&#^& the canal

How big is the sundance 2? Ive been out on the challenger and maybe the Sundance a number of years ago. While i would love to catch a 50 lb'er what are the chances of a release on a fish that size? Its gotta be tough if you plan on getting it over the gunwale. Maybe knockin the jig out with a gaff... If only i have the chance to run into that problem.

All depends on depth and how quick you crank it up is my guess...

I don't even know what I'd do with that much cod, and you'd probably be picking worms out of those fillets for a full day

Tentative ;)

when we get a final list of guys would everyone mind sending me a check for $25 so i don't have to lay out the whole deposit for a few months? if god forbid the trip biffs out due to weather i'll promptly return everyones deposit. and if you catch a 50 rob just close your eyes while i "release" her, the big thud you hear on the deck will just be someone fainting

when we get a final list of guys would everyone mind sending me a check for $25 so i don't have to lay out the whole deposit for a few months? if god forbid the trip biffs out due to weather i promptly return everones deposit. and if you catch a 50 rob just close your eyes while i "release" her, the big thud you hear on the deck will just be someone fainting

Do you PayPal?

I'm in. anybody coming from Mansfield or south let me know we can carpool with the Mule

PAypal would be a good option for paying, quick and easy.

i am also thinking paypal would be good...

i've got a paypal acct. sounds like a plan. checks are fine for anyone w/o a paypal acct

i've got a paypal acct. sounds like a plan. checks are fine for anyone w/o a paypal acct

You might want to PM everyone your PayPal acct info (e-mail). I don't think PayPal does transfers for FREE anymore, at least I couldn't find the option. Cost me $1.03!:confused:

Paul: $25 is in cyberspace your way via PayPal.
(I know Niko's e-mail!)

Thanks makes life simple!:uhuh:

yes, pm us your info. i will gladly pay 1.03 to not have to get out of my chair to digitally send money miles and miles away.

Looks like this trip is going to happen! Awesome! Thanks Niko!

I hope I’m not overstepping my bounds but I wanted to make a proposal. I’ve fished both of these boats and the Challenger is just so much more fishable, especially when you are catching big cod. The back of the Sundance is fine, but landing a big fish at the bow is not as easy. It’s true that they don’t like to charter the Challenger on the weekends because they like to save the better boat for the regulars but they will do it. I made a call to Joe at the Clipper Fleet and talked about what he would be willing to do. Here’s what he said:
1) He will reserve the Challenger for us!
2) Cost: The Challenger is a bigger boat and is twice as expensive to run but fits more people. They used to put 50 to 55 on the boat but today they like to limit it to a very comfortable 40. The normal weekend rate is $68 pp at 40 head plus $4 for a rod. He will charter the boat to our group on May 15th for $2600 plus rod rentals, 7 AM to 4 PM. We can make is a marathon, 5 AM to 5 PM for only $200 more.
3) Those that sign up can call the Clipper Fleet and pay directly. He will handle this for us. This way no one has to collect the money and deal with all the hassle that goes with that responsibility. They take credit cards as well. All we need to do is name our group and direct individuals to call Clipper Fleet and pay by 3/31. (He typically asks for $1000 down and the balance on the day of the trip so as long as we get 15 guys to sign up by 3/31 we should have additional time to fill the boat. (I suggest we pay this way whether we do the Challenger or the Sundance to make it easier on Niko and avoid Pay Pal fees)
4) If we don’t get the full 40 which it looks like won’t be a problem then he can open up the additional slots to his regulars or we can cover the cost of the additional slots between us. There is a twist to this is if he has to open it up to the public in that he may have to go to a regular 9 hour trip. So if we want to do the marathon we can pay the additional $200 at the dock. We just have to decide now so that people know what they are signing up for. If we don’t get the magic number or agree to cover the open slots by say 4/15 then he opens it up and it goes to the regular 7 to 4 trip. As long as we have a critical mass and agree to cover the extra if we don’t hit 40 then we can leave the trip open to our group right up until 5/15 to fill any open slots.
5) Zacs or Niko can own the sign up list and give the names to the Clipper Fleet so that only our group is signing up. When we’ve reached the agreed upon number of paid spots we can shut it down.
6) At 35 guys this is $74.28 pp, at 40 it’s $65 and at 45 it’s $57.77. I realize it’s a few extra dollars but this boat is much more fishable and even a bit faster. It also has a flatter bottom and doesn’t roll as much when drifting. We’ll be more comfortable and be able to include more of us for more fun and a bigger pool!
7) We are responsible for the $2600 or $2800 only. How we fill the boat is up to us.
8) Next steps:
a. Tell me to shut up and stick with the current plan on the Sundance. I won’t be offended and I am definitely in!
b. Decide we want to do the Challenger.
c. Agree on the target size (say 40 at $65), name the group and start PM’ing our full names to whoever will own the list.
d. Call Joe at the Clipper Fleet and give him our group name and the individual list.
e. Direct folks to call the Clipper Fleet and pay for their slot.
f. Start the trash talking on who is going to land the biggest cod!

By the way, I did not mention striped-bass.com, Niko or anyone here so if we don’t want to pursue the Challenger nothing has changed about the Sundance deal.

Tight lines!

i'm open to this plan as long as we get 35+ guys. let's decide if this is the way we want to go over the weekend. i've got a deposit set to go out to him, but i will sit on it over the weekend. fish on - if we go this way you can set this up w/ the capt seeing as you allready talked to him

Niko,
Let me know which way you want to handle this and Mikey and I will commence.
Thanks,
Rick

All depends on depth and how quick you crank it up is my guess...

I don't even know what I'd do with that much cod, and you'd probably be picking worms out of those fillets for a full day

Most of those big girls come belly up.. there is not alot of release if you get one.... I carry a vewnting tool, and it works great on the smaller stuff... not so much in the big ones....there should be a fair amount of haddock as well... clams or a small jig worked very slowly work well.. the Sudance is a big boat.. i'm not sure how big... dryer and faster than the Challenger too...

Taking the weekend to decide sounds great. If we decide on the Challenger I’m happy to confirm it with Jim and I’ll reach out to him periodically and post an updated count of how many have paid. Should we do a show of hands for both decisions? a) Challenger or Sundance and b) Regular trip (9 hours) or marathon (12 hours).

I’ll start and put myself down for preferring the Challenger and the marathon.

The head count and whether or not we do a marathon will determine the final cost but here are the estimates based on a specific count for each boat.

Challenger:
-At 40 total it will be $70/person for the marathon

Sundancer
-At 25 it will be $66 for the marathon

PS: Jim at Clipper Fleet confirmed the Challenger is the faster boat.

i'm leaning towards the callenger... . finding 40 should be no problem?? I would rather keep it S-B & friends, instead of opening to public. I would also prefer marathon....

Clipperfleet Ships (http://www.clipperfleet.com/fleet.htm)

i got with the flow, what ever the masses decide, there will be punch and pie right?

add 2 guests for me, ( Al and Mike are the names )

Either way I'm in! Add one more to the list.

Im In

[QUOTE=zacs;841799]= I would rather keep it S-B & friends, instead of opening to public.QUOTE]

definately a sb and friends event. challenger and marathon for me too

I am down for whatever the group decides- challenger/marathon works for me, as long as we have enough people... I'd prefer to spend at most $100 for the fare.

Still waiting to hear back from my confirmed guest- Looks like the other two tentative ones I had won't be able to make it.

It seems like challenger/marathon is consensus. We need a few more bodies...

What about RI crew? I am happy to drive up a crew, I can fit 3 additional in my truck comfortably with plenty room for rods/gear.

Thanks all! I spoke with Niko and Zacs over the weekend and based on the responses rcvd we have confirmed the trip to be a marathon (5AM-5PM) on the Challenger. I have called the Clipper Fleet and locked up the date for 5/15 and paid for 3 slots (myself and 2 guests). Cost is $70 pp. If you need a rod it will be $4 at the boat.

To sign up please:
1) Respond to this thread with number of slots and PM Zacs with your full name.
2) Call: 978-465-7495 or 800-404-4575 to sign up and pay. Tell them you are with the stripedbass.com group.

We need 15 paid by 3/31 and the full group by 4/15. Targeting 40. I’ve pulled together some group rates for hotel below. Note; space is very limited at the Stripers Inn (dockside) so grab these rooms early!

Hotel accommodations:

Stripers Inn (limited availability):
-4 rooms with 2 double beds $99
-2 rooms with 1 Queen and 1 twin pullout couch $99
-3 rooms with 1 Queen $79
175 Bridge Road Salisbury
978 463 3343
Kathy, mention striped-bass.com for 10% discount off above prices.

Best Western:
-2 adults per room $62.10
-3 adults per room $67.50
-4 adults per room $72.90
9 Stared Road Seabrook, NH (6 miles/12 minutes away)
603 474 3078
Jody, mention striped-bass.com for above rates

One more note; when you sign up and pay, Joe at Clipper Fleet will be reserving your spot (rail position) on the boat. So call early if you have a preference on where you fish from.

I'll be mating aboard the Mary D that day, which is berthed next to/just before the Challenger,if we are still at the dock.. stop by and say hello before you board the Challenger...

i called and booked 2 spots this afternoon. call and book your spots boys. we gonna do a cash pool or a plug pool? and keith i have a preference for a spot and you are in it :rotf2:. i'll be on the other corner

I like the idea of a plug pool. a good chance to pick up some nice wood. looking forward to this. will book this coming weekend.

Great job guys! First number is original order of sign up. Last number is order paid. Trying to track both to avoid any hard feelings once the boat fills up.

There are 39 of the 40 original spots available (Joe had one guy sign up 6 months ago for this day and is driving up from New York).

I believe we have 27 paid so far. With 7 that have said they are going but have not yet paid (below). That leaves 2 open slots left assuming the 3 slots listed as tentative confirm and pay as well. If you are one of these 10 and can confirm whether you are in or out as soon as possible that would be appreciated. If in please call Clipper Fleet to sign up and pay. If interested and haven't posted yet please post to the thread so we can get your name on the list. We'll see how it goes to determine when we will set the deadline to have paid so we can free up the spots for others that will have signed up.

Zacs thanks for also keeping a list while I'm away (checking in right now from Bangkok, Thailand)! Please keep it going and I'll check in when I can. Drop me a pm if you see something amiss and I'll try to drop you a pm back.

This crew is awesome! Thanks for all the cooperation. Mother nature wouldn't dare send us anything but a perfect day of weather for our trip! Tight lines!

1. Niko (paid) 1
2. Niko guest (paid) 2
4. Iamskippy (paid) 3
5. Iamskippy guest Al (paid) 4
6. Iamskippy guest Mike (paid) 5
8. PRBuzz (paid) 6
13. Fish On (paid) 7
14. Fish On Guest 1 (paid) 8
15. Fish On Guest 2 (paid) 9
19. Derekl (paid) 10
20. Freebie (paid) 11
24. ThrowingTimber (paid) 12
29. Piscator (paid) 13
9. BrianS (paid) 14
26. Keeperreaper (paid) 15
29. Niko guest 2 (paid) 16
16. RickBomba (paid) 17
17. RickBomba Guest (paid) 18
25. ShipWrecked (paid) 19
18. Striperman 36 (paid) 20
29. Angler229 (paid) 21
30. Angler229 guest (paid) 22
3. zacs (paid) 23
7. Rob Rockcrawler (paid) 24
10. JackK (paid) 25
31. Renegade6 (paid) 26
32. stripercrazy (paid) 27


1. JackK guest
2. Goose
3. Linesider69
4. Linesider69 guest
5. Redcrbbr
6. l.i.fish.in.vt
7. l.i.fish.in.vt son

Tentative
1. Linesider69 guest 2?
2. Freebie guest
3. BrianS guest

this will be a great trip everyone. newbies are welcome. for the uninitiated - this is prime time for cod and haddock. don't be shy, sign up and call them to book your spot. a few trips i did on my boat around this time of year, between 3 guys we loaded up a pair of 150qt coolers to the brim, hundreds of pounds of fish, all before lunch, all on jigs. a trip like this will load you up w/ meat for awhile. i will set it up w/ a local shelter/food pantry that i can drop off any fillets not wanted. and i believe freebie is derekl's guest

yes I am Derekl's guest. he beat me to the punch on this one. I might have a guest of my own but won't know til the weekend.
what kind of weight's should we be bringing to jig with on a trip like this? I typically use 14-16 but am guessing that more would be needed up in that neck of the woods?

Too bad they closed whaleback til June.That is where the stupid fishing occurs with the early season spawners.

Whaleback was really good thru late spring into the warmer season if you wanted to fish with a million boats on the same postage stamp. Makes getting run over by a down easter run by a teenager while tuna fishing junior varsity.

I asked the captain, he said they typically use 12 oz jigs and 16 oz sinkers.

I figure we'll have to go a little higher, as we'll be near the moon... I'll be bringing a range from 10 to 20.

I'm in. Bill I'll drive from Mansfield.

this will be a great trip everyone. newbies are welcome. for the uninitiated - this is prime time for cod and haddock. don't be shy, sign up and call them to book your spot. a few trips i did on my boat around this time of year, between 3 guys we loaded up a pair of 150qt coolers to the brim, hundreds of pounds of fish, all before lunch, all on jigs. a trip like this will load you up w/ meat for awhile. i will set it up w/ a local shelter/food pantry that i can drop off any fillets not wanted. and i believe freebie is derekl's guest


we are all paid up

Do we have a few more openings if i need +1?

Whaleback was really good thru late spring into the warmer season if you wanted to fish with a million boats on the same postage stamp. Makes getting run over by a down easter run by a teenager while tuna fishing junior varsity.

Whale back is closed to bottom fishing ...

#22 spot taken & paid for. Just spk/w them 1 spot left on the stern.
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if there are 2 more spots i am in with my son.not sure if Victors post meant only one spot left or one spot on the stern left.

1 spot on the stern left. Speaking just about the stern. When you call to reserve he's ing to ask you for which part of the boat you prefer to fish from. bow, stern etc.
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just booked my 3

i'm a little confused though, he stated he books the boat for 30 people comfortable and he said we reserved it for 40 ?

Do we have a few more openings if i need +1?
still plenty of spots
if there are 2 more spots i am in with my son.not sure if Victors post meant only one spot left or one spot on the stern left.
just call and book your spots
i'm a little confused though, he stated he books the boat for 30 people comfortable and he said we reserved it for 40 ?
the boat capacity is 45 guys - 30 is for the other boat i believe. there are always a few guys puking or sleeping or just have had enough

They do special limited trips on the challenger and only let 30 people on... Pic on the website. The boat is huge though, I can't imagine even with 40 we'd be cramped at all.

If you have paid, please post to the thread and indicate which spot on the list you paid for and we'll update. Thanks Throwing Timber!

To clarify on capacity, this is exactly what Joe at ClipperFleet told me, "The Challenger is a bigger boat and is twice as expensive to run but fits more people. They used to put 50 to 55 on the boat but today they like to limit it to a very comfortable 40". If we want to cut it off at 35 then we just need to pay $10 extra at the boat. I've been on the boat with 40 and it is not crowded.

If we want to cut it off at 35 then we just need to pay $10 extra at the boat. I've been on the boat with 40 and it is not crowded.

let's get the 40 guys if we can - keep costs down and give as many guys a shot to come along

myself and 2 guests are paid and are on the front left mid side..
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Agree. 40 friends are better than 35 and bigger pools too! People are starting to pay for their spots fast. Better not wait!!!!

I'm in. I will call in the morning
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I'm in. I will call in the morning
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there are alot of diapers between now and then :rotf2:

Please PM your full name if you have paid and I will add "(paid)" to your name on the list.

1 spot on the stern left. Speaking just about the stern. When you call to reserve he's ing to ask you for which part of the boat you prefer to fish from. bow, stern etc.
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feel sorry for who ever that might be, between me, you, ryan and paul back there

Just registered and paid. Took the last spot in the stern.

Just registered and paid. 2nd spot up from the corner of the stern, I'm eating beans all day on the 14th so watch out!

Just paid and take it easy on the beans DP! I'm next to you, #15
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i can't believe how smoothly this is coming together. usually just putting a 6 pack trip together turns into a fiasco. looks like a pretty good crew too

Should be a great trip.

I paid... up on the bow on the right.. :)


Waiting to hear from my dad for the +1

I'm waiting for my father to get from a cruise then will book this weekend.

Need to confirm with Mikey tonight and I will be booking, as well.

i've got a 2nd guest coming. he's calling tonight to book. he is booked and paid

We are almost 40% paid in the first few days. Awesome job guys!

Just curious on hotels. Is anyone planning to drive up the day before? Has anyone booked a room yet? I'm actually only about 45 mins away so I could drive over in the morning, but I booked a room assuming that others would be doing the same. Thought it might be nice to have a meet and greet at the Striper Grill Sat night.

mostlikely driving up in the am, or atleast sleeping in the truck for a few hours so i know im there on time

No room ?

Booked and Paid as this morning. I have #14 on the stern.

Just booked spots 4&5

Just paid and take it easy on the beans DP! I'm next to you, #15
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What number am I? The gyy didn;t tell me on the phone (just said 2 up from the corner). Would that be #16

What number am I? The gyy didn;t tell me on the phone (just said 2 up from the corner). Would that be #16

Must be 16, I'm 15 and ShipWrecked is 14

Must be 16, I'm 15 and ShipWrecked is 14

not that it really matters........:)

Just booked Spot #1

I know I have a spot on the stern also butr dont know number

little cod porn from a few weeks ago

Just booked spots for my father and myself. We have the first two spots on the port side of the bow.

paid.

2nd spot starboard bow.

All set, paid. 3rd from the bow port side.

Got my receipt today.. spot #3

Anyone driving from the south wanna share gas?

paid.

2nd spot starboard bow.

go away../....

go away../....

:fart2:

Paid up, 4 back on the port side of the bow. I will be outfishing Rob Rockcrawler like it's my job :rotf2:

And the guy said he thought he had 28 paid spots already.

list is updated. will confirm the number with the boat later in the day...

Paid up, 4 back on the port side of the bow. I will be outfishing Rob Rockcrawler like it's my job :rotf2:

Better be eating your Wheaties, gunna need to bulk up to gaff my 50's . :fishin:

I'm in. paid

This is pretty damn impressive. This thread has been going for about 2 weeks right? And almost everyone is paid up, ive never seen something come together like this before. Great job.

everything is going too smooth - it will probably be blowing 40 out of the east w/ 12' waves on the 15th :)

i'm in I'll pay tomarrow:uhuh:

i'm number 35:biglaugh: whats a cod fish

everything is going too smooth - it will probably be blowing 40 out of the east w/ 12' waves on the 15th :)

Thats what i afraid of.

trip last spring. couple of full coffins

got my receipt in the mail today. bow #1

I agree, this is going too smooth. lets fight about something.

list is updated.

allright - i'll pick a fight w/ the bow, half you guys don't even know which end of the rod to hold. the other half cant tell the difference in a cod, a haddock or a hake. if angler229 is the best the bow can do then you guys are in trouble.

everything is going too smooth - it will probably be blowing 40 out of the east w/ 12' waves on the 15th :)

I think I'm gonna get the patch just to be on the safe side.

I think a pool is in order to guess the first person to puke their guts all over the decks, likely someone from the bow!
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I think a pool is in order to guess the first person to puke their guts all over the decks, likely someone from the bow!
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my money is on striperman36

allright - i'll pick a fight w/ the bow, half you guys don't even know which end of the rod to hold. the other half cant tell the difference in a cod, a haddock or a hake. if angler229 is the best the bow can do then you guys are in trouble.

Pinky the jig is coming back out to teach you another lesson, on how to catch fish.

Pinky the jig is coming back out to teach you another lesson, on how to catch fish.

just like that tog trip? :hidin:

sorry man, had to ,lol

my money is on striperman36


If your smart your money will be on me. Maybe 50/50 with striperman36.

allright - i'll pick a fight w/ the bow, half you guys don't even know which end of the rod to hold. the other half cant tell the difference in a cod, a haddock or a hake. if angler229 is the best the bow can do then you guys are in trouble.

Wishguys in the stern!!! this spot is taken

my money is on striperman36

Right, I'm bettin Skippy!!

Plus LL Bean stuff doesn't take to puke too well

If your smart your money will be on me. Maybe 50/50 with striperman36.

How, much is the pool?

got my receipt in the mail today. bow #1

I'm bringin a guest, to be the first puker!

Funny that all the 'pros' decided to sit in the sissy stern... Eat yer scopace and have fun soaking clams. Make sure to pack your maxi pads. Real men will be in the bow, where you get splashed and jig yer hearts out.

:musc:

All right Jack!! Sissy's and Niko in the stern..

Right, I'm bettin Skippy!!

Plus LL Bean stuff doesn't take to puke too well

love the smack talk, BOW FTW!

hey all bitches on the bow. if you guys are nice to me i'm hang out in the bow for a bit and give some jigging lessons. maybe some of you can keep busy gaffing the sterns fish

hey all bitches on the bow. if you guys are nice to me i'm hang out in the bow for a bit and give some jigging lessons. maybe some of you can keep busy gaffing the sterns fish

your insults are so bad, maybe this little joke will help you out.

Q: Do you know what you call a Snail on a Ship?
A: A SNAILER! :biglaugh:

figured i would level set your smack talk.
So suck it stern sluts,
Bow Bitches FTW!
:jump1::rotf2:


this is going to be a fun trip.

I think some people may end up driftin home.

please dont put me adrift - i'll stop being abrassive. mass dmf site says it's opening up on april 1st - anyone know if that's true or is it the 15th again. jig vs. bait - most of the time i prefer to jig but some circumstances call for bait, even if you just deadstick it while jigging. all my large cod have all been on bait.

please dont put me adrift - i'll stop being abrassive. mass dmf site says it's opening up on april 1st - anyone know if that's true or is it the 15th again. jig vs. bait - most of the time i prefer to jig but some circumstances call for bait, even if you just deadstick it while jigging. all my large cod have all been on bait.
mass waters open 4/1 out to 3 mi, fed waters open 4/16

also any of you guys available to fish during the week. boat is good to go - start on haddock in a couple of weeks. and more cod porn

please dont put me adrift - i'll stop being abrassive. mass dmf site says it's opening up on april 1st - anyone know if that's true or is it the 15th again. jig vs. bait - most of the time i prefer to jig but some circumstances call for bait, even if you just deadstick it while jigging. all my large cod have all been on bait.

Aww c'mon... Abrasiveness is what's gonna let us get through the next two months! A little good natured smack talk never hurt anyone, it's all in jest. Trip can't come soon enough. I'll bring a gumby suit for you so you can paddle around when we toss you over. :rotf2: Cod skishing anyone?

When I spoke to the cap he said it was mainly a jig bite that time of year. But I hear you- sharpies seem to say that the pool fish always comes in on a clam. I figure I'll gut one of the first ones we get, if they're loaded with herring I'll stick to the jig, otherwise I might consider dropping some bait down.

I think f4s is right on that one.

Might be down for a day of fishing once we get to that time, I can help chip for gas and will bring a six pack of good beer.

also any of you guys available to fish during the week. boat is good to go - start on haddock in a couple of weeks. and more cod porn

I'm going to get my engine service for 200hrs before end of March then good to go. Keep me in the loop for anything after April 1!

also any of you guys available to fish during the week. boat is good to go - start on haddock in a couple of weeks. and more cod porn

i am off on Mondays, and can pull the occasional day off during the week like i am tomorrow to go fishing,

I booked 3 spots today 33,34,35

I'm in.................just booked and payed. Starboard 6 spot

I'm still willing to drive up a crew from RI - morning of.....

Aww c'mon... Abrasiveness is what's gonna let us get through the next two months! A little good natured smack talk never hurt anyone, it's all in jest. Trip can't come soon enough. I'll bring a gumby suit for you so you can paddle around when we toss you over. :rotf2: Cod skishing anyone?

When I spoke to the cap he said it was mainly a jig bite that time of year. But I hear you- sharpies seem to say that the pool fish always comes in on a clam. I figure I'll gut one of the first ones we get, if they're loaded with herring I'll stick to the jig, otherwise I might consider dropping some bait down.

I think f4s is right on that one.

Might be down for a day of fishing once we get to that time, I can help chip for gas and will bring a six pack of good beer.


Unless there's doggies, then it's all jigs. I gotta do more cujrls, I know those old guys out back there are just gonna been sunning themselves anyway, so for them jig / bait who cares....

I paid

does everyone use Diamond style jigs? anyone use 16oz cripple herrings? its been forever i have fished for cod and sorry if a dumbarsh question but hey at least i asked!

does everyone use Diamond style jigs? anyone use 16oz cripple herrings? its been forever i have fished for cod and sorry if a dumbarsh question but hey at least i asked!

I use williamson jigs so you can use the herrings, I just found they break easily

I have tried crippled herrings and didnt like the results. I also had the brilliant idea to try and put a small bend in a 10 oz to get a bit of a flutter. I applied minimal pressure and it snapped like a toothpick. Im a fan of tube jigs. After seeing what they can do i picked up a couple and had good success last year. Although, I really think that your style of jigging has more to do with success than the actual jig you are using.

thanks for the feedback.
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crippled herrings work pissa - i use them all the time for haddock/cod on my boat. one thing about them on a party boat though is that the 16 oz one will dance around some on the drop so you will get more tangles w/ neighbors than if you are using norweigens. every style of jig work on cod, some days they seem to have a preference for one style over another, it prob is just a matter of what they are keyed in on for bait - herring or sandeels. if anyone sees any angerman jigs out there pick a few up for me.

I like the jig talk. Anyone want to put together or share their checklist of items. I've only been cod fishing once and it was with Terrence so we had a dozen of everything onboard.
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ATG Should come!!!

good idea vic. i think the area we'll be fishing will be cashes ledge. i'm not all that familiar with it, maybe someone will chime in on what the area is like. lots of sticky bottom? how deep it is?. we'll be rolling up on a full moon so there will be some water moving. generally for jigging i bring (2) each of jigs from 10 oz to 21+ oz. if it's blowing and the current ripping the other way the weight is needed. or if it's a bluebird day you can get away with a nice little jig and not need pop a bunch of advil at the end of the day. for jigs - everything works, get a couple of different profiled stuff. teasers - same thing, everything works. little sluggos, cod flies, any grub. they are just greedy this time of year. and someone call terrence

atg would definately be the first to puke :)

I spk/w him at risaa this past weekend and he is on dad duty the day of this trip. I did mention it to him though.
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Iamskippy is going to be the official anchor puller. from what I heard he is a pro at it. Especially when the bow is 2 feet underwater.

I had to sell my car to make the $70
but I am in, in, in, in, in. Get the message?

:fury:

I had to sell my car to make the $70
but I am in, in, in, in, in. Get the message?

:fury:

John: you just waking up and getting you whits back after TFCTFN fun&games?:rotf2:

I had to sell my car to make the $70
but I am in, in, in, in, in. Get the message?

:fury:

quit complaining, the car wasn't that nice - and the battery was dead from you leaving the lights on all the time. ONLY 6 SPOTS LEFT

got my receipt in the mail today #16

crippled herrings work pissa - i use them all the time for haddock/cod on my boat. one thing about them on a party boat though is that the 16 oz one will dance around some on the drop so you will get more tangles w/ neighbors than if you are using norweigens. every style of jig work on cod, some days they seem to have a preference for one style over another, it prob is just a matter of what they are keyed in on for bait - herring or sandeels. if anyone sees any angerman jigs out there pick a few up for me.

Only pussies use them

Iamskippy is going to be the official anchor puller. from what I heard he is a pro at it. Especially when the bow is 2 feet underwater.

LOL right! if anyone needs a official anchor puller let me know!

LOL right! if anyone needs a official anchor puller let me know!

I'm sure there will be a few mondays coming up that I will be in need. boat goe in 4/15. mondays off til after memorial day. then every other.

won't be able to pay till nextweek,just want to make sure that will still be able to get 2 spots,if it is first come first serve i understand

it is on a first come first serve basis, but i have no problem w/ saving a spot for you and your son. just book it as soon as you can so it doesn't turn into an issue. 4 SPOTS LEFT.

this filled crazy fast!

:confused:

just got my receipt in the mail.... i have spot #36.... according to their map of the boat they included, the spots go up to #30, lol

apparently i'll be fishing from the parking lot... :)

I'm with ya @ 37. I think we're dangling off the bow.
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I'm with ya @ 37. I think we're dangling off the bow.
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The bow is mine. head the stern...

My +1 paid this morning.

The bow is mine. head the stern...

Neg. You are on the side. See the clever diagram?

45701

Anyway, I have the highest number, so obviously I get to choose where I fish. That's how these things work. You can bring me beer though, that's fine.

:devil2:

Neg. You are on the side. See the clever diagram?

45701

Anyway, I have the highest number, so obviously I get to choose where I fish. That's how these things work. You can bring me beer though, that's fine.

:devil2:

I have 4 rods, step back. 1st in number first to choose and I don't drink beer until the fishin's done

Neg. You are on the side. See the clever diagram?

45701

Anyway, I have the highest number, so obviously I get to choose where I fish. That's how these things work. You can bring me beer though, that's fine.

:devil2:

In case you forgot how to count, that clever diagram only goes up to 1E!!

Neg. You are on the side. See the clever diagram?

45701

Anyway, I have the highest number, so obviously I get to choose where I fish. That's how these things work. You can bring me beer though, that's fine.

:devil2:

Can't be the correct numbering sequence they are using for this trip! I'm #15 and not on the stern! Niko wouldn't let me there...:)

Stern is where the toilet empties. If you
want to fish among brown mullets then
you can have it. Besides the diagram
shows the starboard, eh right side had
more room between the numbers and
will be more confortable for those who
cast out their baits. That's for me.

Newb to the site but know a few of the characters signed up. I hate to take a spot from a regular, but willing to be on "standby" if the trip doesn't fill up or someone has to back out.

Newb to the site but know a few of the characters signed up. I hate to take a spot from a regular, but willing to be on "standby" if the trip doesn't fill up or someone has to back out.

still 4 spots left - if you want in just call and book your spot and say so in this thread - welcome to s-b

MattD Welcome. First come first served newbie or seasoned vet. Call and get on the boat.

how about the pools. should we do a $5 one for biggest fish and a plug pool biggest combo of cod/haddock, or most legal fish, or trifecta cod/haddock/pollock. i think in the interest of spreading the wealth if you win the biggest fish pool then your done for the other pool. any interest?

Keep it simple. Largest fish $10 person. That way my first few tuna trip gas bills are paid. :)

tuna boy - i wouldn't be counting the cash just yet

tuna boy - i wouldn't be counting the cash just yet

:devil2::biglaugh: :uhuh::devil2:

probably a good idea to do seperate pools and a person can only win one. that way I don't walk away with both prizes.....:uhuh:

Still trying to squeeze this in. Looks like my weekend plans have been reduced so I can go Sunday!!!

Zac - PM coming. I'll call tomorrow.

Did someone say there is PayPal for this?

Still trying to squeeze this in. Looks like my weekend plans have been reduced so I can go Sunday!!!

Zac - PM coming. I'll call tomorrow.

Did someone say there is PayPal for this?

It's not this Sunday !!

And you have to stay in the stern, keep the weight distribution level

I like a 1st and second place pool. 300 to the top fish 100 hundred to the brides maid. I know there are more than enough plugs floating around between us all, maybe a third for some pluggage.

Boat will be faster on plane now....

I know which *&#*%#!! Sunday we're talking about.

Not in on the trip but can I get in on the pool for the 1st to puke ???
:rotf2:

Boat will be faster on plane now....

I know which *&#*%#!! Sunday we're talking about.

Just checkin..... Good job gettin the pass.

Did someone say there is PayPal for this?

nope just call the number on this post and pay them directly.

Anybody got an electric reel I can borrow? :hidin:

I can't throw my back out, I'm headed to the keys right after. :jump1:

sorry guys, i've been away. will update the list with the additions.

Anybody got an electric reel I can borrow? :hidin:

I can't throw my back out, I'm headed to the keys right after. :jump1:

Nope but I'll gladly put up anything over 50lbs for you and don't get upset when it happens to fall into my cooler!:)

Neg. You are on the side. See the clever diagram?

45701


That diagram's numbering is for "special" charters limited to 30, apparently we are going out in a configuration for 40? Everyone suck or tuck it in!

I had to sell my car to make the $70
but I am in, in, in, in, in. Get the message?

:fury:

does this mean you paid?:confused:

I'm in and paid..... I just called and she said there were still 2 more slots open.
By the way....it's always a good idea to leave some pool money available.... it's a lot of fun when "Monty Hall" yells $20 bucks next fish..... lots of excitement to see who gets it over the rail or loses the fish...... also keeps everybody in the "game" all day. Pool entry should be $20 bucks.... By the way not too worried about my spot on the rail..... it might blow a gail and the surf guys will turn green. A marathon usually means lots of bodies to step over......

just updated this list. I will call and get their list to make sure we match.

nice crew. i think eelskimmer is paid. let's pass the hat for johnr
s fare. lifishinvt and son were hoping to go but cant pay just yet. can we save the last spots for them or are they sol. looking forward to this trip

nice crew. i think eelskimmer is paid. let's pass the hat for johnr
s fare. lifishinvt and son were hoping to go but cant pay just yet. can we save the last spots for them or are they sol. looking forward to this trip

I have the list coming from clipper later when Joe gets back, and I will cross reference, because it looks like I may be missing a few on my list.

Lets close registration for now until we sort out who is left & how many spots.

Once we have the firm list, we will open it up again, but I would be wary of 'holding' spots for anyone. First come, first served seems most fair to me. Others thoughts on this?

My guest just confirmed and paid today (Piscators Guest) His name is Jim

I was just gonna call em' for a spot. Will hold off til' tomorrow and see if the trip is full or not.

, but I would be wary of 'holding' spots for anyone. First come, first served seems most fair to me. Others thoughts on this?

that's fair, just trying to be a nice guy - i should know better. first come first serve it is

my plus one should be paying tonight or tomorrow morning

nice crew. i think eelskimmer is paid. let's pass the hat for johnr
s fare. lifishinvt and son were hoping to go but cant pay just yet. can we save the last spots for them or are they sol. looking forward to this trip

Bossman is free, I'm in

I know about the diagram. I was just messing with SM36.

I will be talking to my +1 tomorrow re his ticket. He wants to wait a bit before paying, I will tell him time is running short...

I know about the diagram. I was just messing with SM36.

I will be talking to my +1 tomorrow re his ticket. He wants to wait a bit before paying, I will tell him time is running short...

Dwweeeebbb!! I bring knife you die curly haired round eye!!

Hey hey, if there's still a spot on a rail I'll call and pony up the cash tomorrow. Don't want to upset the apple cart if there's a wait list though. Ken

Hey hey, if there's still a spot on a rail I'll call and pony up the cash tomorrow. Don't want to upset the apple cart if there's a wait list though. Ken

i think he just called you guys fruits! :uhuh: