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Post by: Fish4Fun on May 14, 2013, 10:47:20 AM
Mark Coleman at All Rivers and Saltwater Charters. You'll be on a boat with only 6 people and he runs a top notch operation...professional all the way. Rob Endsley
Another vote for the All Rivers Crew, just got done with a San Juans ling Cod trip with them. Will give a report and pics later, all I can say it was an epic day for lings though. I am planning a Tuna trip and maybe something else with them. They are a First Class operation, having been a guide myself I am very impressed with Mark Coleman's operation. :tup: :tup: :tup:
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http://epic-fishing.com/ (http://epic-fishing.com/)
Post by: sirmissalot on May 14, 2013, 12:50:20 PM
I heard Jim was chartering now out of his boat the Epic, thats the first time I've seen his site. Its a sweet boat and Jim's a nice guy, but I've never fished with him so can't say how he handles it when it comes to chartering. He catches fish but I'd have to say Mark probably has a little more experience... (just my opinion) and Jim's boat used to break down a lot. Seeing as hes chartering now hopefully he's got all the bugs worked out, because that is one heck of a fishing boat he's got.
Post by: SuperX on August 06, 2013, 04:10:40 PM
I also happen to know Jim was catching tuna for 10 years before Mark ever got an off-shore boat, so while Mark may have fished more days lately as Jim runs a full time business and only fishes weekends for the most part, Mark certainly hasn't got the overall experience fishing the ocean that Jim does.
Don't get me wrong, I love fishing with Mark - he's totally got it dialed in and his boat seems nice (Only chartered with him on his sled). The only problem I see with Mark is that he is usually fully booked.
Post by: wildmanoutdoors on August 06, 2013, 04:32:17 PM
Mark is awesome and top notch equipment, but if the run is farther than he wants to go you will be limited to the area's he can reach.
Post by: CAM38 on August 07, 2013, 03:59:18 AM
Post by: epic on August 07, 2013, 03:46:14 PM
Hmmmm.
This is Jim. I do not know SIRMISSALOT. I am not sure he knows me. I try to always give opinions based on actuall informed decisions or information. Just saying??
FYI, I have been fishing the salt for 40 years. I have always owned a boat large enough to get it done. I did purchase a boat 4 years ago that was kept in a heated shop. I found out I am pickier than the previous owner. I did correct a few items and updated the electronics. I have never been to the salt with this boat and not gone out or returned on my own power. I run a commercial construction company here in the northwest. We service 5 western states. I do not need to fish for a living I do it because I enjoy being able to share some of my expierence with those who do not have the same options I do. As an example the last day of halibut we released 76 halibut by 11:30 am. I like to give my fisherman an experience of a life time if I can. We upgraded to larger fish. We were catching 2 at a time . I am not a clock watcher. We do not head in with the first limit of legal fish. It is about catching with us not fishing. We try hard to make it as much fun as possible. I hold 400 gallons of deisel. I will run as far as 100 miles for tuna if necessary. My boat is not as fast as some. I cruise at a pretty consistant 20 KNTs. The weather conditions do not dictate my range to often. I have a large heated cabin that seats 6 very comfortably. I even have people sleeping in the v berth on the way back in even in heavy seas. My boat weighs 20k. It is warm comfortable and very reliable.
I believe your name is Chad. Well chad now you can make an informed opinion regarding the state of my boats condition. If you would like to go one step further come with me and catch some fish. True I only fish weekends. I have been completely booked all summer. Other than cancelations we are full.
I have heard nothing but great reviews about Mark Coleman. I know several people who have fished with him and have had nothing bad to say. I have met Mark several times and have always had pleasant conversation. If you are looking for someone to fish with he will probably have more opportunity than I will.
If you have any other concerns feel free to contact me thru my website..
Thank you
Jim
Post by: Practical Approach on August 07, 2013, 03:56:09 PM
Post by: matt345 on August 07, 2013, 03:58:40 PM
Mark Coleman at All Rivers and Saltwater Charters. You'll be on a boat with only 6 people and he runs a top notch operation...professional all the way. Rob Endsley:yeah:
Post by: sirmissalot on August 07, 2013, 03:59:19 PM
Jim is on fish all the time, and his boat never breaks down... not sure where you got that information but it is total bull. I've been on Epic several times since Jim bought it, and I bought his old boat, so we buddy boat every weekend. I've never seen him with problems except the first time we went out for halibut when he switched tanks and got some air in the system, after bleeding them out, he came back in on his own power. Just setting the record straight on Epic.
I also happen to know Jim was catching tuna for 10 years before Mark ever got an off-shore boat, so while Mark may have fished more days lately as Jim runs a full time business and only fishes weekends for the most part, Mark certainly hasn't got the overall experience fishing the ocean that Jim does.
Don't get me wrong, I love fishing with Mark - he's totally got it dialed in and his boat seems nice (Only chartered with him on his sled). The only problem I see with Mark is that he is usually fully booked.
Hey I wasn't trying to bash you at all Jim. I've met you and talked to you several times. Like I said, you are a nice guy and have an awesome fishing boat. I do remember you having some problems with your boat when you first got it... not saying its a piece of junk at all, you had some bugs to work out and sounds like you've got it fixed. When asked who I would recomend for a charter I usually start with Mark, simply because thats where I have heard the most referals. You are always second on the list... I always suggest the Epic, and have even stated that I would pick you over Mark if given the choice simply because of that sexy boat of yours.
Post by: epic on August 07, 2013, 05:45:03 PM
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Post by: SuperX on August 08, 2013, 06:33:00 AM
no wonder it is always booked up. One of the most highly recommended guides runs 6 guys at a time and the other only fishes weekends. Sounds like some of you weekend tuna warriors need to get your guide licenses. :dunno:
LOL! I know how you feel, it was one of the main reasons I bought my boat! Unfortunately the number of guides fishing tuna and salmon are limited by the 6-pack licenses available. Even though there is no limit on Tuna, to guide you have to have a license.
Post by: wildmanoutdoors on August 08, 2013, 07:24:46 AM
no wonder it is always booked up. One of the most highly recommended guides runs 6 guys at a time and the other only fishes weekends. Sounds like some of you weekend tuna warriors need to get your guide licenses. :dunno:
LOL! I know how you feel, it was one of the main reasons I bought my boat! Unfortunately the number of guides fishing tuna and salmon are limited by the 6-pack s available. Even though there is no limit on Tuna, to guide you have to have a license.
Just to clarify.
The 6 pack licence is the captains Coast gaurd licence. It entitles him to run with up to 6 passengers. Anyone who qualifies can get a 6 pack CG licence. It does not entital you to be able to fish at all.
It has nothing to do with the coveted, limited, charter licence they are also required to have on the salt water. These are not produced and you must find one thru a broker from someone who holds one and either wants to sell, or lease there licence. They are also number of rod specific. Guys with 20 rod licences are not usaully gonna break them up if you only want to fish 6.
They can be very expensive to buy or lease.
Post by: SuperX on August 18, 2013, 10:09:01 AM
no wonder it is always booked up. One of the most highly recommended guides runs 6 guys at a time and the other only fishes weekends. Sounds like some of you weekend tuna warriors need to get your guide licenses. :dunno:
LOL! I know how you feel, it was one of the main reasons I bought my boat! Unfortunately the number of guides fishing tuna and salmon are limited by the 6-pack s available. Even though there is no limit on Tuna, to guide you have to have a license.
I meant the offshore salmon license, thanks for making that clearer. You need to have a salmon charter license to guide for Tuna. You also need a USCG license but as you said anyone can get that without also having the charter license. FYI, rods are not limited for tuna, you can have as many rods as you can run, but only the # of people you have a license for.
Just to clarify.
The 6 pack licence is the captains Coast gaurd licence. It entitles him to run with up to 6 passengers. Anyone who qualifies can get a 6 pack CG licence. It does not entital you to be able to fish at all.
It has nothing to do with the coveted, limited, charter licence they are also required to have on the salt water. These are not produced and you must find one thru a broker from someone who holds one and either wants to sell, or lease there licence. They are also number of rod specific. Guys with 20 rod licences are not usaully gonna break them up if you only want to fish 6.
They can be very expensive to buy or lease.
Post by: 2labs on August 21, 2013, 09:03:32 PM
Thanks, I just wanted to make sure you had the right info, I am not sure who you are. Where did we meet, or do we have common friends?
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Hey are you the same epic that is always fishing off la push? Go with mark your first trip, we killed the tuna. Back before five the same day!