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Trolling for Billfish requires some very specialized equipment. This 58' Monterey custom boat is designed to go in reverse in pursuit of these apex predators.
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Crew members and anglers work in harmony to get the fish close to the boat. Even when sea conditions throw some salt in your face.
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When the mate grabs the leader, no one knows how the fish will react. Everybody is hoping for some memorable jumps behind the boat. And with any luck, a snapshot or two.
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Even small Marlin can put on a good show.
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When the fight time is brief, some fish can really impress you at the end.
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And then there is that special catch that makes your day and remains in your memory for years to come. It helps to have a high speed camera in your hands and pointed in the the right direction. Here is the action at 8 frames per second, @ 1/200th of a second.
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When each slice is cut out and layered onto one frame of the boat, a Marlin rainbow is created.
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