Night trolling produces 247-pound swordfish

Nightfighter · 01-13-2009, 10:42 AM

For those of you who still doubt that it can be done read this artical from Sun Sentinel. There are some well know names that are starting to chime in now.
Night trolling produces 247-pound swordfish -- South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com

It's tuff convincing people that Trolling at night and Lures works, and I'm no salesman, just know swordfishing, not how to sell it.

Give it a try while fuel is still affordable. It's a blast.
There is nothing like the strike of a swordfish while trolling.

If you know how to troll, you're good to go. It's a lot easier and quicker than the drift setup.
I have a bunch of info on Night Trolling methods on the NightfightersLures website.

Get hold of Tek at Reel Pro Shop if you are interested in the Swordfish lures.

Ron Mexico · 01-13-2009, 02:09 PM

Very cool... any idea how they are rigging the squid and spanish for swordfish trolling? Are they puting transforms or lights stick in or infront of the baits?

Thanks

Nightfighter · 01-13-2009, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron Mexico

Very cool... any idea how they are rigging the squid and spanish for swordfish trolling? Are they puting transforms or lights stick in or infront of the baits?

Thanks

The artical didn't say, but I have found that when using the lightstick in front method, the lightstick gets swatted. Putting a Transformer inside the bait attracts the bite to the bait its self. I like using the LP flashers up the line.
Don't attach any light source to your snap-swivel, if the fish swats it, it can open it. Been there, done that. Also make sure you have the light source on heavy leader line not on the main line, a swat will cut through the 80-100# mian line with ease.

weekley rehab · 01-13-2009, 07:39 PM

wow, I can not weight to hear skip tell his story wed. at the meeting

aquaholic33 · 01-13-2009, 07:52 PM

I would like to know more about the rig . How are they getting the baits deep enough are you using a Downrigger,Z-wing , or in line sinker?

iriesoul · 01-13-2009, 09:38 PM

Reehab I heard you on the radio sunday were you droppin?

WhItEoUt 23 · 01-13-2009, 11:20 PM

When we got ours trolling we had a transformer lure on that i won in a tourney raffle also got'em trolling squid with a 6 inch glow stick taped 12 inches above the mantle but you got to put in your time kinda like day timeing..

Skip Smith · 01-14-2009, 10:41 AM

We will be discussing trolling at the Swordfish Club meeting tonight. We hope to have Nightfighter and Dan there to discuss their success too.

PURPLE FEVER · 01-14-2009, 12:35 PM

Nice going Skip! Marks a good guy!Now it looks worthwhile to come tonight!

Disco Lady · 01-14-2009, 12:58 PM

Good stuff

I have tried trolling for swords and love it even though i have not caught one yet. I like the C&H mini light on the leader like Nightfighter saids with a rubberband and small longline snap.I have also used this light in the lure itself looks awesome.

DL,

ameristrat · 01-14-2009, 02:22 PM

Has anyone tried trolling back to your spots after a night drift to reset? That way you can keep lines in more often... Just a thought, I haven't tried it...

WhItEoUt 23 · 01-14-2009, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aquaholic33

I would like to know more about the rig . How are they getting the baits deep enough are you using a Downrigger,Z-wing , or in line sinker?

Baits are on top like a regular trolling spread down rigger will work to get one down deep.

Brand H · 01-14-2009, 03:38 PM

That would be my only concern. If you can put one deep, great. A lot of bites are deep in excess of 200'. If the fish is down that far I doubt it would swim all the way up to chase a trolled bait on the surface. That may be why "you have to put your time in" and catch them on a night when they are feeding close to the surface (new moon???). Just thinking out loud.

Ron Mexico · 01-16-2009, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skip Smith

We will be discussing trolling at the Swordfish Club meeting tonight. We hope to have Nightfighter and Dan there to discuss their success too.

I live on the Gulf Coast and can't make it to any Sword Fish Club meetings

.
I was woundering what was discussed as far as the trolling for sword fish was concerned. Thanks for all you help.

quack quack · 01-16-2009, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brand H

That would be my only concern. If you can put one deep, great. A lot of bites are deep in excess of 200'. If the fish is down that far I doubt it would swim all the way up to chase a trolled bait on the surface. That may be why "you have to put your time in" and catch them on a night when they are feeding close to the surface (new moon???). Just thinking out loud.

200ft up is about three shakes of her tail.

Uncle Buck · 01-16-2009, 03:41 PM

The basic concept... The boat itself gets their attention. They'll swim up to investigate, then see some bright lights in the wash (the glow sticks on your leaders). When they get closer, they'll see the silhouette of the lures in the wake and, hopefully, attack.

NightCrawler · 01-16-2009, 03:56 PM

some nights when its a parking lot on the 50, then add the beeper bouys, I have a tuff enough time weaving through all that without dragging baits. Still would like to try it

. I imagine against the stream you'll need to troll at 10knts to make any real kind of head way.

Nightfighter · 01-16-2009, 06:45 PM

You can tease them up from depths with light teasers.

01-13-2009, 10:42 AM	#1 (permalink)
Nightfighter Hooked Up Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: South Florida Occupation: Wishin to be Fishin 24/7 Posts: 555	Night trolling produces 247-pound swordfish For those of you who still doubt that it can be done read this artical from Sun Sentinel. There are some well know names that are starting to chime in now. Night trolling produces 247-pound swordfish -- South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com It's tuff convincing people that Trolling at night and Lures works, and I'm no salesman, just know swordfishing, not how to sell it. Give it a try while fuel is still affordable. It's a blast. There is nothing like the strike of a swordfish while trolling. If you know how to troll, you're good to go. It's a lot easier and quicker than the drift setup. I have a bunch of info on Night Trolling methods on the NightfightersLures website. Get hold of Tek at Reel Pro Shop if you are interested in the Swordfish lures. __________________ -----NightFightersLures.com----- Swordfish Guide Swordfishguide.com Last edited by Nightfighter; 01-13-2009 at 12:39 PM..

01-13-2009, 11:20 PM	#7 (permalink)
WhItEoUt 23 Grander Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pompano bch Boat: dusky 23 Best Catch: 160 lb swordfish 52 ib rooster fish Occupation: self employed Posts: 2,400	When we got ours trolling we had a transformer lure on that i won in a tourney raffle also got'em trolling squid with a 6 inch glow stick taped 12 inches above the mantle but you got to put in your time kinda like day timeing.. __________________ TIGHT LINES AND SHARP HOOK'S

01-14-2009, 02:22 PM	#11 (permalink)
ameristrat Hooked Up Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Delray Beach Boat: Grady White Sailfish 28 Best Catch: 1 pound Goggle Eye Occupation: A Student at Wake Forest University Posts: 902	Has anyone tried trolling back to your spots after a night drift to reset? That way you can keep lines in more often... Just a thought, I haven't tried it... __________________ "I've gotta live life real good because when it's over and I'm dead, I'm screwed. God is gonna kick my ass."

01-16-2009, 03:41 PM	#16 (permalink)
Uncle Buck Grander Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Boat in Boynton / Home In Boca Boat: Sailfish 218CC Best Catch: First fish ever = 3ft sand tiger on kite string Occupation: Graphic Designer Posts: 3,061	The basic concept... The boat itself gets their attention. They'll swim up to investigate, then see some bright lights in the wash (the glow sticks on your leaders). When they get closer, they'll see the silhouette of the lures in the wake and, hopefully, attack. __________________ www.FishClings.com by Uncle Buck Graphic Arts, LLC

01-16-2009, 06:45 PM	#18 (permalink)
Nightfighter Hooked Up Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: South Florida Occupation: Wishin to be Fishin 24/7 Posts: 555	You can tease them up from depths with light teasers. __________________ -----NightFightersLures.com----- Swordfish Guide Swordfishguide.com

01-13-2009, 02:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ron Mexico Lines In Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Orange Beach, AL Boat: 23 contender "Riden Dirty" Best Catch: double breast bed thrasher Occupation: Advertising Posts: 38	Very cool... any idea how they are rigging the squid and spanish for swordfish trolling? Are they puting transforms or lights stick in or infront of the baits? Thanks

01-13-2009, 07:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
weekley rehab Hooked Up Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Deerfield Beach Boat: Weekley Rehab contender 33T Best Catch: 250 lb sword , 20lb mutton, 18lb black grouper Occupation: General Manager Posts: 972	wow, I can not weight to hear skip tell his story wed. at the meeting

01-13-2009, 07:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
aquaholic33 Lines In Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: fort lauderdale Boat: DeBaitAble Best Catch: Swordfish 263lbs Occupation: master electrician Posts: 50	I would like to know more about the rig . How are they getting the baits deep enough are you using a Downrigger,Z-wing , or in line sinker?

01-13-2009, 09:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
iriesoul Hooked Up Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Jupiter Occupation: Master baiter Posts: 700	Reehab I heard you on the radio sunday were you droppin?

01-14-2009, 10:41 AM	#8 (permalink)
Skip Smith Hooked Up Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Pompano bch, Fl Posts: 145	We will be discussing trolling at the Swordfish Club meeting tonight. We hope to have Nightfighter and Dan there to discuss their success too.

01-14-2009, 12:35 PM	#9 (permalink)
PURPLE FEVER Hooked Up Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: pompano beach,fla. Posts: 664	Nice going Skip! Marks a good guy!Now it looks worthwhile to come tonight!

01-14-2009, 12:58 PM	#10 (permalink)
Disco Lady Grander Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Miami, FL Boat: 37 Merritt Best Catch: (Blue Marlin)550 Lbs ST. Thomas (North Drop) Occupation: Charter Captain and Pimp! at night. Posts: 5,715	Good stuff I have tried trolling for swords and love it even though i have not caught one yet. I like the C&H mini light on the leader like Nightfighter saids with a rubberband and small longline snap.I have also used this light in the lure itself looks awesome. DL,

01-14-2009, 03:38 PM	#13 (permalink)
Brand H Hooked Up Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Jupiter, FL Boat: SeaVee Best Catch: my old lady Occupation: Fishery Biologist Posts: 236	That would be my only concern. If you can put one deep, great. A lot of bites are deep in excess of 200'. If the fish is down that far I doubt it would swim all the way up to chase a trolled bait on the surface. That may be why "you have to put your time in" and catch them on a night when they are feeding close to the surface (new moon???). Just thinking out loud.

01-16-2009, 03:56 PM	#17 (permalink)
NightCrawler Hooked Up Join Date: May 2005 Location: pompano Boat: fishing Posts: 966	some nights when its a parking lot on the 50, then add the beeper bouys, I have a tuff enough time weaving through all that without dragging baits. Still would like to try it . I imagine against the stream you'll need to troll at 10knts to make any real kind of head way.

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