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Sounds like a nice trip. Glad to see someone found a weather window to go deep. I've fished seven times this spring/summer with four footers being the smallest seas I've witnessed. I've never seen blue water or even a clear green as the seas have limited my distance from port. Inshore fishing is not my cup of tea, but it's better than nothing.
Nice variety of fish you'll caught on your trip. You should be eating well for a couple of months. Catching those tuna on poppers is a blast. It's also very arm friendly bringing them in verses a chunk. That trolling with poppers is fun. I really don't consider it cheating. It's just trolling. A hookup is a hookup. I've found that if you troll a popper/pencil bait off the outriggers with about 3 strong rubber bands, you can get some great popping action. The whole key is adjusting your speed to the sea conditions so the popper doesn't get airborne for long distances. Holding the rod in your hands while trolling those popping baits is also a blast.
The old ice problem during these hot summer months is a never ending battle. Running low on ice has caused many successful fishing trips over the years to come to a halt. There isn't really much you can do about it as storage of ice takes up so much room in a CC. It's hard enough finding room for tackle and beer.
You guys must be very tired. That's a hard trip including driving from Big D to the coast and back. Lack of sleep combined with lots of sunshine and heat can take a toll on anybody. It gets worse with age.
Congrats on your trip.
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