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Old 03-29-2019, 03:53 PM   #1
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Charters out of SD

So I'm coming to SD early June and I'm looking to find a shoredive spot or two, but also am going to book a charter. Has anyone ever been with a spear charter out of SD? Specifically the 5 hour inshore trip around the kelp beds would be preferable as I'm not sure if I'll have time for a full day of tuna. I'll be with a buddy too so will most likely have to get on an open boat (Would be a thursday or Friday). Anyone go on some of these charter boats frequently? (Guardian, Lineage, Tantrum, etc.)

Also, any decent spots to hop in the water off the beach? I may try around La Jolla. Only will be there for a couple days so any info would be appreciated. Experienced FII Level 1 spearo from NJ.

If anyone would like to meet up too, always down for that.

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Old 03-29-2019, 06:31 PM   #2
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Re: Charters out of SD

The charters listed are all great options. If the tuna are in town, very likely they will be booked in advance.
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Old 03-31-2019, 04:31 AM   #3
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Re: Charters out of SD

Diving La Jolla can be productive but it's also busy if you go on a weekend. You can find YT, calico and sheepshead if you like that sort of thing. Make sure you have your fishing license. I've been stopped just after coming up from a dive.
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Old 04-04-2019, 09:05 AM   #4
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Re: Charters out of SD

Yeah I'll 100% have a license. Looks like I can't really book a spot on a charter unless i book the whole boat. Sounds like for the most part I have to keep checking in closer to the date to try to get a spot. Hopefully its not too much of a pain in the ass when the time comes. Definitely looking for some shore dive spots as a backup though if anyone is down to meet up.
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Old 04-04-2019, 01:02 PM   #5
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Re: Charters out of SD

Brink Expeditions is a great outfit, Ryan & Co. run an impressive charter service on a nice boat.
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Old 04-04-2019, 01:42 PM   #6
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I also recommend Brink. Sweet boat and Fishy AF. Ryan will put you on the fish.
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Old 04-04-2019, 02:35 PM   #7
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I went with Capt. Doug last year on Zenmar Charters https://fishingbooker.com/charters/view/12339 and they put me on some big tuna last year! First class operation! Call around and see what works best for you and your budget. 619 813-9208 is there number. Make us jealous with pics when you get back!

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Old 04-04-2019, 02:35 PM   #8
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Re: Charters out of SD

Thanks for the recommendation. I just checked out the site. Looks like they are a little more open to the open boat charters. I'll give them a call this weekend for more info.
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i 2nd the recommendation with Doug at Zenmar, great guy and you'll have a good time. i've heard a lot of great fishing with Brink as well and currently trying to find a good time to get all my buddies to dive on that boat.
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Old 04-25-2019, 01:47 PM   #10
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Re: Charters out of SD

Hey all... looks like the SD options have all been listed. Most of us are friends and even run each other's boats on occasion. You'll be in good hands. We're happy to chat and work out a plan with ya... we offer both Open and Private Charters in a variety of formats & can put together custom packages as well. (1/2 day, 3/4 day, full day, extended full day & overnight). Give us a follow on IG/FB and here's a link to our site with pricing/details...

http://brinkexpeditions.com

We're looking forward to another EPIC season down here... Yellowtail action has been pretty decent recently. Whiteseabass action is heating up. Annnnnd the Bluefin shenanigans are jussssst about to get started! we're running our first trip for them this weekend. Hope to see ya'll onboard.

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Old 04-25-2019, 03:21 PM   #11
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Re: Charters out of SD

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Hey all... looks like the SD options have all been listed. Most of us are friends and even run each other's boats on occasion. You'll be in good hands. We're happy to chat and work out a plan with ya... we offer both Open and Private Charters in a variety of formats & can put together custom packages as well. (1/2 day, 3/4 day, full day, extended full day & overnight). Give us a follow on IG/FB and here's a link to our site with pricing/details...

http://brinkexpeditions.com

We're looking forward to another EPIC season down here... Yellowtail action has been pretty decent recently. Whiteseabass action is heating up. Annnnnd the Bluefin shenanigans are jussssst about to get started! we're running our first trip for them this weekend. Hope to see ya'll onboard.

Cheers,

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Perfect. I'll try to give a call tomorrow sometime. Thanks for the info everyone
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