Tackle Recommendations
¨ 3 TO 6 DAY TRIP - RODS AND REELS ¨
When you are looking to purchase new gear; the rods, reels and monofilament pound test that are recommend in the list will form a foundation for discussing tackle purchases with a reputable tackle store representative. Comparable products by other manufacturers can be recommended by your favorite tackle store. Take your time and feel comfortable about purchasing your rods and reels because they are very expensive and should not be bought in haste. If you need the name and phone number of a tackle store in your area, please call the office. Click Here
¨ 7 TO 12 DAY TRIP - RODS AND REELS ¨
For longer trips we recommend the incorporation of three more rigs to your quiver of rods and reels. These rigs all have Berkley Trilene’s Hollow Braid Spectra backing with mono filament top shots. Roller guides, gimbals and reel seats with clamps are recommended for your rods. When you fish with heavy gear, large forces are exerted. You need to practice with your rod and reel in conjunction with your harness in the calm atmosphere of your garage, rather than when 100 pound plus fish are rolling through the corner. Be proficient, in casting sardine and mackerel size baits, moving your rod into your gimbal, after imitating hooking a fish, going from high gear to low and then pulling with the gear. Practicing on your car or a low eyehook attached to the wall is a great imitation for fishing heavy cows. Set your drag so that line will peel off when you lift and get comfortable with your gear! Click Here
¨ 3 TO 6 DAY TRIP - TERMINAL TACKLE ¨
Over many years we have noticed that first time long range anglers have a tendency to bring more terminal tackle than is necessary. “I better have it… just in case” is the mentality that rules the day. The list we have developed will cover your needs on 99% of your terminal tackle needs on a long-range trip. The Southern California tackle stores are well know for their professionalism, and they always provide good advice. There are manufacturers, styles of terminal tackle that will vary from our list. The personnel preferences of your tackle store representative are as valid as our own. Click Here
¨ 7 TO 16 DAY TRIP - TERMINAL TACKLE ¨
When you make the decision to sail on a longer trip you increase the possible geographic limits of your trip and the terminal tackle requirements will increase to meet the new demands of Wahoo and Giant Yellowfin Tuna fishing. However, the terminal tackle list from 3 to 6 day trips remains in force and you will only need to add a few new items. Again the Southern California tackle stores are well know for their professionalism, they want your repeat business and will give you good advice. There are manufacturers, styles of terminal tackle that will vary from our list. The personnel preference of your tackle store representative is as good as our own. Click Here
¨ ON-BOARD TRIP INFORMATION ¨
q There will be a safety information and day to day ships routine seminar as we depart San Diego. This will be followed by a fishing seminar where we will discuss jackpot rules, long range sport fishing ethics, trolling and kite rotation rules, the hottest fishing techniques, sport boat practices and catch care (frozen or refrigerated sea water).
q Beer, soda and bottled water are for sale onboard using the honor system. Please do not bring any beer, soda or bottled water onboard. If you have a special request we will try to accommodate you, please give us as much lead time as possible.
q We have a satellite phone onboard if you need to keep in touch with your family or business. The phone charges out at $3.00 per each part of a minute.
q We serve three excellent meals with snacks daily. However, if you have special dietary needs please inform our office when you make your reservation and inform the chef when onboard.
q Loaner trolling and kite rigs are available for your use. Tackle packages (sets of rods and reels) are available while the supply lasts. Terminal tackle and monofilament fishing line are not included.
q Come prepared with terminal tackle, but don’t worry if you forget a particular item of gear, we have you covered in our tackle locker.
q On the night prior to your return to San Diego we will have a “trip end” meeting. At this time we will discuss the unloading of our catch at the dock, your fish processing options, the payment of all galley, tackle, and telephone tabs and if you desire this is also the time to express your thanks to the crew.
2009/2010 OPEN PARTY SPONSORED TRIPS
Another season is almost here, and the Qualifier 105 is providing everyone with an informational packet of our sponsored trips. Hopefully this will give everyone a feeling of what happens on each trip plus information about all the amazing give a way’s our sponsors and charter masters provide!
The charter masters work hard to make your trip memorable with give-a-ways, activities, and fun stuff every night.
The crew is the best there is. They will help with all of your fishing needs. You could… just pack your clothes.. step aboard, and let us do the rest.
Our gourmet chefs are well known for their attention to detail and the food is 5 star. If you have any special dietary needs or wants, just let us know. You are going to experience a lifetime of memories.
Customer service is our #1 priority and has been for over 20 years. We are very proud of the Qualifier 105 family and the service we provide.
We create a team-work atmosphere to ensure the most pleasurable angling experience possible. Big fish and filled limits are the ultimate goal, as well as having a blast while getting there!
You will feel apart of the “Q 105” family the minute you step aboard
Sign up soon and Do the "Q"
See below for each trips' description
2010 OPEN PARTY SPONSORED TRIPS
Another season is almost here, and the Qualifier 105 is providing everyone with an informational packet of our sponsored trips. Hopefully this will give everyone a feeling of what happens on each trip plus information about all the amazing give a way’s our sponsors and charter masters provide!
The charter masters work hard to make your trip memorable with give-a-ways, activities, and fun stuff every night.
The crew is the best there is. They will help with all of your fishing needs. You could… just pack your clothes.. step aboard, and let us do the rest.
Our gourmet chefs are well known for their attention to detail and the food is 5 star. If you have any special dietary needs or wants, just let us know. You are going to experience a lifetime of memories.
Customer service is our #1 priority and has been for over 20 years. We are very proud of the Qualifier 105 family and the service we provide.
We create a team-work atmosphere to ensure the most pleasurable angling experience possible. Big fish and filled limits are the ultimate goal, as well as having a blast while getting there!
You will feel apart of the “Q 105” family the minute you step aboard
Sign up soon and Do the "Q"
Winter Trips
10-16 day trips - Limited loads
Loftus/Martin: 15-Day Trip “Cow Town”
2010 -Leaves Fri. Jan. 8th 2010
John Loftus and Larry Martin"s 4th annual long rang fishing trip. This will be a ride down/ride back fun-filled trip with all the things that make a Loftus/Martin trip special. Some of the amenities include: a goody bag stuffed with useful items including a notepad and pen to keep a log of the trip and collect new friends numbers, an everybody-wins raffle, a traditional rods and reel raffle, and margarita happy hour on the ride home! Loftus and Martin work hard to make sure everyone has a fun time on these trips. Sign up today and start planning your 2010 fishing adventure.
We are taking reservations for 2010/ 2011
Call the office for the dates
619-223-2786
Accurate Reels: Jack Nilsen sponsors two trips every year. He brings with him his "Accurate Reels" for everyone to try out. and as a bonus " Fish with Mr. Accurate" He comes on these trips and helps everyone with his gear. What a unique way to try new gear.
Accurate Reels 2010-16-Day - Ride/Fly Limited Load
Accurate Reels 7-day -in 2010
On the Accurate Reels 16-day trip. This trip will be a ride down/ride back with a fly home option out of Cabo San Lucas. Accurate is a family owned business that prides itself on revolutionary fishing reels. Jack Nilsen, the owner and our charter master, has been fishing with the Qualifier105 for over 20 years. Accurate will generously provide approximately 50 reels and matched rods for every anglers use. Fishing with Accurate Reels makes catching, world class fish a joy. They are durable and high tech, with a patented “Twin Drag” system that sets them apart. Accurate Boss reels are given away in daily derby jackpots, along with tee shirts. Accurate is the perfect trip for both the diehard angler and people just getting into the sport of long-range fishing. Anglers will have the opportunity to fish Mexican waters for giant Yellow Fin tuna and Wahoo. This trip is a perfect introduction for the first time long-range fisherman because all heavy gear (aside from terminal tackle) will be provided. This is a trip that should not be missed. On the Q-105 you will have an opportunity to fish “Cow Town” on the best fishing platform in Southern California and test the best gear in the industry.
Accurate Reels also sponsors a summer 7 day trip, if the boss won’t let you go for 16 days, sign up for: www.accuratefishing.com
Email: info@qualifier105.com
Skiff/Kayak/Fish The Mother-Ship to San Clemente
Spring Trips
3 day to 8 day trips
Skiff/Kayak/Mother-Ship trips, as well as our traditional 5-8 Days
Fish Targeted: Bluefin, Albacore, Yellowtail, Yellow fin, Dorado, Calico, White Sea Bass, and more
Skiff/Kayak-Mother-Ship Trips
Fishing from skiffs is one of the best unexploited fisheries on the Mexican Coast. The lack of fishing pressure
makes these trips unforgettable.Imagine 2-8 lb. Calico Bass erupting on surface iron,
exploding and hammering on swimbaits.
Experience 15-30 lb. Yellowtail boiling around the Q105 while fishing on the calm waters
of a rugged Baja coastal Island
Add in trophy Yellowtail, White Seabass and Halibut and your trip is complete.
You will be one of the only 18 anglers on board.
With 9 anglers in skiffs and captains and only 9 on the Qualifier 105.,
uncrowded fishing conditions prevail.
Big Hammer/Fisherman’s Hardware: Skiff/Kayak
Coastal
8-Day-Lv. Fri. May 28th-2010
The Santa Barbra guys and charter
master Peter Wolf
The Big Hammer Skiff/Kayak is a combination trip with
both Kayaks and Skiffs. If you are a ‘fisherman’, you
have to experience a skiff trip at least once in your
long-range career. If you are like most long-range
anglers, having experienced this fishing once, you will
just have to return from time to time. Skiff trips are
an incredible experience where you truly will have a
chance to catch your personal best of Yellowtail,
Halibut, White Sea Bass and Calico Bass. Even when you
are not out in a kayak or a skiff you will be fishing
onboard the Q-105
www.bighammer.com
Barry Brightenburg is sponsoring the ever-popular fish trap lures skiff trip. This trip is a limited angler load, maxing out at 18 paid anglers. These trips target Calico Bass, Yellowtail, and other sport fish in unspoiled areas off the Baja coast. Skiff trips provide anglers the opportunity to fish in areas that the big boat cannot access. Barry conducts nightly raffles and brings supplies of top quality products including but not limited to: Shimano, P-line fishing line, Fish Trap Lures, Fish Work Clothing and many more. Barry has been acknowledged as being very generous with his supply of Fish trap lures because anglers fly though them quickly, and it is hard to find a more productive lure while fishing the kelp and boiler rocks. For any fisherman these trips are extraordinary, for the Calico Bass enthusiast this is the trip you will not want to miss. Barry is the originator of our skiff fishing concept. www.fishtraplures.com
Summer Trips
Fish Targeted: Blufin, Albacore, Yellowtail, Yellow fin, Dorado
The 20th Year for the A.H.I. trip is scheduled!
Reserve your spot now.
A.H.I.: 7-Day Sat. June 12 thru Sat. June 19-2010
We are heading to
"The "Rocks ". The past few years have been providing a good Tuna bite at Alijos Rocks mid June with a superior Yellowtail workout at the ridge of the LARGER SIZE or the homeguard mossbacks. Come join us and see if you are one of the many who will set a personal best on your favorite
species. As you well know, the A.H.I. has a tradition of finding fish in a BIG WAY. Blue fin, Albies, Dorado, Wahoo and Grouper ...all are species, that depending on our luck and how good YOU are, can be bagged at this time of year.
I'm stoked about getting back on the water and wetting a line!
Great friends, tasty cocktails, warm days with, of course, great music to round out our fun !
Dreaming of BIG ONES,
Dallas Lamb
Chartermaster
AHI History The AHI trip has been running since1990 and was originally founded by, Pete Gray (Lets Talk Hookup Fame) Dallas Lamb and Gary Vanderlyke, as a three-day trip. After three successful years of finding "a _ _ holes" and convincing them to take a fishing trip, Gary and Dallas decided to take over the Invitational. There have been many memorable trips aboard the Qualifier 105, including the infamous Bluefin trip. Gary "The Cowboy" is quoted as saying he loves the boat more than his own home. Gary has amazing patience and is always willing to answer any angler’s questions. Dallas, well anyone who knows him, knows the huge effort this guy makes to put together a "Show" with great music and all kinds of "What happens on the boat stays on the boat" silliness. with trophies and much much more. Come and join the fun.
Glenns Tackle: 7-Day - Lv. Sat. June 19th over a weekend!
Written by Glenns Tackle is now a 7-Day to Alijos Rocks
We always sell-out, we always have fun.....FISH or DIE!!!
What to expect on a Glenn's Tackle charterFirst off, we only book our charters on the world famous Qualifier 105. We believe this is the finest fishing platform in the entire San Diego fleet. The crew is top-notch, with skipper Joe Crisci at the helm we always catch fish.
With this said, on all our trips
Bobby Gowin, master custom rod builder, gives away THREE
specially wrapped sticks on the 5-day and also on the
10-day excursions! In addition, everyone else will
receive free a tackle package with gear from Berkley, Tady Lures, Strike Master, Glenns Tackle Shop and more!
Just as our thank you for joining us while fishing The
Baja Coast. www.glennstackle.com
www. berkley-fishing.com
Cowboys/Hoag TRU (Tuna Round Up):
7-Day - Lv. Sat. June 28th Returns Sat. July 3rd
-2010Gary(The Cowboy) Vanderlyke and Dave"The Boss" Hoag are teaming up again for their second 7-day summer trip this year They will be giving everyone the chance to fish the islands of Benitos, Cedros, Guadalupe, Alijos Rocks or the Ridge.
Barnett Family
: 7-Day - Lv. July 10th Since 1993The Barnett family is hosting its "16th" annual charter/Open in 2009. They are a great part of the Qualifier 105 family and they always host killer super bowl parties! What a fun group they have a blast on the Q. Kids Welcome. Chartermaster: Chuck Barnett
Fish Report from Schmidt in 2003
Shelby "Barnett" Borg, age 12, has really put some fish aboard for a first time angler. Shelby is the niece of long time Qualifier angler Dick Barnett, who is the uncle of the current charter master Chuck Barnett, who is the son of the original charter master AC Barnett, who is onboard with his two grand children Kristen and Kevin Barnett, who have been fishing with the Q105 since they were little kids and who are now all grown up and helping to teach Shelby to fish. Woww! That was a mouthful. Schmidt
Coastside is a relatively new trip compared to many of our other sponsored trips, only starting about five years ago. However, it is wildly popular and tends to fill extremely fast. Bob Franko the founder of Coastside has been fishing with the Qualifier 105 since its first year at sea and decided along with charter masters Chris Hall to create a 5-day summer and a 10-day fall trip aboard the boat. The trip is sponsored by Hi’s Tackle and WFO sport fishing, which kindly donates tackle boxes, terminal gear, and rods and reels for raffles and give a ways. Prizes are also awarded daily for the biggest fish. Chris estimates that this year will probably bring $2000-$3000 worth of prizes. Coastside has more than 20,000 active members; so if this sounds like the trip for you, make your reservation now. Coastside will also be running a 15 day in April of 2010 and is on stand by status. Check our schedule for dates as these trips fill fast. Chartermasters: Chris Hall and Ben Sleeter
Accurate: 7-Day - 2010 They added yet another day for 2010
Yes it's true! Jack asked us to make the annual Accurate 6 day trip into a 7 day. Come fish with "Jackaccurate". He brings all of the latest gear for you to try. We really are happy that Jack is a regular on the Q. He has been a part of the Q-family over 20 years. He comes on all of his sponsored trips with the Q.
www.accuratefishing.com
Avet/Larry Brown
Limited Load Trip. Couples welcome
FALL SKIFF/Kayak
Mother-ship Trip
Cory Sanden's
first Fall Skiff/Kayak trip in 08 was so successful that people want to go again. Everyone had a great time. We use the Q-105 as a Mother-Ship. Great food, hot showers, DVD players in all the rooms, and a great time for fishing in Mexican waters. Cory's give always are so awesome passengers are still raving. www.mcswimbaits.tripod.comFall Trips
8-15 Days
Targeted Fish: Yellowfin, Mahi Mahi (Dorado), Wahoo, Pargo, Grouper, Snaper, Cabella and the big ones.
If you want to be a "Cow"boy
one of these trips is for you.
Wack the Wahoo: 14-Day Lv. Oct.1st The famous Loftus&Martin Team
This one is new this year and we are going after Wahoo.
Wahoo tacos who loves to eat those? I do I do!!!
Rusty Hook-Seeker Fishing Rods Accurate Reels: 15-Day
"Cow Town" 2009 - Lv. Fri. Oct. 16th
Alex Masumoto's "Rusty Hook Tackle" in San Pedro, Ca. and Seeker Fishing Rods and Accurate Reels will sponsor the Qualifier 105 for his second trip. Leaves Oct.16th for the 2009 Long Range Season. We will be fishing the legendary Hurricane Bank, the Revilla Gigedo Reserve and Magdalena Bay's "Cowtown" depending on conditions. Being one of the first to fish these world famous destinations can provide an un-paralleled fishing experience. The Rusty Hook Tackle will be raffling off $4,000.00 in reels, rods, and a large selection of terminal tackle that you will need on this trip. In addition, there will be donations from some major tackle manufacturers. Trophies will be given for the largest TUNA and Wahoo. Alex will be shooting video. All participants will receive complimentary DVD for this trip The Rusty Hook has been at the same location in San Pedro for 30 years. Alex has been the owner for 14 of them. Alex and the crew of the Q105 are always willing to help you with rigging and techniques on battling big fish. Come join us for a great fishing experience and a wonderful vacation. Read 2008 our fish report for Rusty Hook fishing was phenomenal rusty_038@yahoo.com
Baja Fish Gear/Larry Brown: 10-Day - Lv.Wed. Nov. 4th (over a weekend)
This trip is looking for the big ones. They are a great group of guys and are looking for a few newbies to join them. Chartermaster: Jesse James and Larry Brown
Boss Hoag/Gary "Cowboy" Vanderlyke: 11-Day - Lv. Sat. Nov. 14th
Dave Hoag and Gary Vanderlyke have been friends with John and fished the Q-105 for years. They are by far, two of the longest running charter masters the Qualifier has had the honor to work with. This has been a 10 day trip for years, and now they want to spend more time together so they have extended this trip to 11 days. Come and join this group, you will feel welcome the minute you step aboard the Q-105.
This trip will target Yellowfin Tuna, Yellowtail, Dorado, Wahoo, Grouper and more. Come join them. You will have the time of your life.
Bakers Reels/Performance Tackle: 12-Day - Lv. Sat. Nov 28th
John Baker
owner of Baker’s Reels will be teaming up with Curtis Owens representative from Performance Tackle in order to host the last November trip of the year. 2009 will be John’s 4th year as a sponsor for the Qualifier 105. A few years ago, Harvey Siegel (a staple of the Qualifier 105) suggested that John form his own trip. John estimates this year that he will be bringing a minimum of $2000 worth of merchandise for give a ways and raffles. Since he is a reel manufacturer, there will be special reel and frame give a ways along with the usual tee shirts and terminal tackle raffles. Performance Tackle located in Los Alamos California previously sponsored 7-day trips for 9 years. After a brief hiatus, they are itching to get back on the Qualifier 105 for some fishing fun. Performance Tackle will be working with their vendors in order to bring many goodies and give away. This will be a perfect trip to get away during the holiday season, do not get stuck eating cold turkey and watching football game highlight reruns! This will be a trip that will not be forgotten for many years to come. John and Curtis have added 2 more days of fishing for 2009.This 10 day trip is now a 12 day trip. Two more days to get the big ones. This trip generally gets the cows 200LB/300 LB. If you want to do a personal best sign up now as this trip is very popular. www.charkbait.com
www.performancetackle.comBerkley Big Game/Glenns Tackle: 10-Day - Lv. Dec.10th
Written by Glenns Tackle
Glenns Tackle has teamed up with the Berkley Big Game Line for our 1st 10-day trip in 3 years! With a little luck, the big cow YFT's will be crashing the boat on this open party trip. We will target yellowtail, Dorado, Wahoo, and Grouper as well. Since this is close to Christmas and a Santa Special charter, we will be giving away more swag than ever! Including THREE custom rods built by Bobby Gowin. Don't miss out on this trip! The boat departs Dec.10th, returns the 20th. This trip goes over two weekends. Limited to 26 anglers, Grab your heavy gear...
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If you are interested in becoming a charter master or sponsor we will be happy to work with you just give us a
Call. 619-223-2786 or
E-mail: info@qualifier105.com
The Q-105 is also available for charter for that specialized dream trip
We'll have a lot of fun putting together your perfect trip
Call: 619-223-2786
Call: 619-223-2786 E-mail: info@qualifier105.com
