From the photo that fish was frisky and all lit up and they were carrying it exactly how you're supposed to if you are going to quickly lift it for a quick photo....supporting the belly and not hoisting it up by the bill.
Does someone have a link or stats on swordfish survival rates when released? I have seen a few posts suggesting they don't do that well especially after long fights, but I'd like to see some research.
Re: mud dart - kind of a pesimistic graphic. I recall someone using that terminology during the Osprey - Bouy gear debate.
High tides.
Juan