We Took A Bay Boat Offshore 50+ Miles To Catch GIANTS | Catch, Clean, & Cook

Its not very often I have the chance to take my boat far offshore, but when the conditions are right I take advantage of that and head south where the Giants live! In this video I go over catching Live bait, the setup that I use, and tactics for catching these relentless hard fighting fish!
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[@mr.potatohead3009]

"Trying to engage new muscles" had me rolling lol

[@southernsalt]

😂

[@CaptCollier]

Us too. Lol I had tanner about dying watching that part last night

[@southernsalt]

@@CaptCollier 😂 😂 😂

[@prod805212]

I legitimately laughed out loud when he said that 😅

[@nickgrubbs]

Bonita...we catch they every year in Wilmington NC. Best sashimi you Ever had. Lemon juice and soy sauce. Delicious 😋

[@BamaSaltwater]

Solid day broskis. Them Atlantic Bonito's are so much better than our False Albies. Such pretty meat and good for sashimi.

[@CaptCollier]

For sure! Have you ever caught or tried one?

[@Brock_Landers]

Also my dad caught a 24" 8.5 lb Queen Trigger in Aruba when we went out on a charter. I caught a 58.5" 28 lb bull dolphin (mahi-mahi) in St. Thomas, USVI.

[@wrightackle1]

What an episode! I am glad you are taking advantage of this stretch of calm seas.I have caught maybe a half dozen of those Atlantic Bonito in my life {almost 73]. It just goes to show how important it is to bleed those fish out. None of the ones I caught had fillets even close to yours. Back then I didn't bleed them out just throw them in the fish box. The fillets were a light pink color. I got a kick out of you saying you caught that last AJ on "a dead piece of squid".

[@CaptCollier]

Yessir hard to not run out far when it’s pretty. And That’s crazy, Ive just recently started braining and bleeding the fish I plan to eat and obviously from what you e said it makes a world of a difference.

[@larrytischler570]

Grew up fishing the Gulf of Mexico in Texas, mostly Port Aransas but once out of Venice, LA. Never heard of an Atlantic Bonita caught in the Western Gulf. I have caught skipjack tuna at the floaters while deep jigging down 200+ ft in 3000 ft of water. Even saw a big broadbill on top one night.

[@chasinbroaderwaters]

Awesome video Nathan had me rollin 😂

[@cheesegrits196]

Great job Branden! If you ever need a third let me know. I am in L.A. also. Just a great tutorial on how to bottom fish in the Gulf of Mexico. We got a 78 lb amberjack out of Appalach a few years ago. Tough fish for sure!

[@CaptCollier]

Now that’s a giant! Nice!

[@lionsdejudah]

“WHAT ARE YOU DOIN?” That move was a move of desperation! Haha that was a knee slappa!

[@CaptCollier]

Oh i about died laughing. Lol That entire trip was hilarious

[@jearredbryan4472]

Awesome video brother truly enjoyed it keep up the good work

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks for tuning in, glad you liked it 🤙

[@bernardmazzocchi6742]

The Atlantic bonita is excellent sashimi. The little tunny we call False Albacore. They are very common in NJ late summer. False Albacore or little tunny is cat food

[@fishman6892]

That’s what i’m talking about Capt!!! My favorite videos are when you take the bay boat offshore, and just like usual you freaking Smoked them!! Your partner just said in one of his videos that he stayed in good shape from kayak fishing so much🤣

[@southernsalt]

It’s a different kind of shape 😂 and I never said great shape lol

[@fishman6892]

@@southernsalt You boys are having fun!!

[@southernsalt]

@@fishman6892 absolutely! Never a dull moment on the boat with Capt. Collier.

[@samdufton1897]

That bonito looks very similar to our Pacific Bonito here in Southern California. Very good eating fish and very fun to catch on light tackle.

[@CaptCollier]

Yes for sure. I really enjoy catching them as well and was delicious

[@williammathews6603]

oh hell yea,thats good fishin an awesome cookin.bit overcooked but still it looked great..entertaining vid capt..goodstuff,staysafe..

[@Brock_Landers]

I hate to say Brandon, but I'd love to see you and your boy there tackle a Goliath Grouper with BlacktipH...😂😂😂 I've fought some big AJs in Florida, so I know that burn, but Goliaths are on an entirely different level!

[@mritolduso7355]

Glad you could get offshore during this lull in the weather! Hopefully, I getting my boat back in action next week (fingers crossed) and can get out there with you guys… I have a score o settle with those AJ’s!!! Great video as usual Cuz!

[@davids970]

Gaff the meat!Put Nathan on the big yellow fin spinning jig tackle I believe that fish was an Atlantic bonito,it actually is a mackerel

[@tomnorman2668]

Great job Capt.!!!! Awesome catch by the whole group!!!!

[@CaptCollier]

Preciate it! Gotta love when a plan comes together

[@bayoubanditcharters]

Great video brother, but you have to take better care of Nathan! He looked like he was going to pass out, lol!

[@southernsalt]

😂 I was lol

[@CaptCollier]

😅 he took his breaks. Shoot, I almost passed out later that afternoon fighting a shark lol

[@blaphtome9382]

First time I've seen you, good shit. Subscribed. BTW, thanks for telling us all how good that fish is we'll probably never catch down here in the Gulf. LOL.

[@davidyoung3020]

That "Atlantic Bonito" is what we call False Albacore or "Albie" in the Northeast - try catching one on a fly rod.......whooooeeee

[@VuTang858]

That Atlantic Bonito looks like our Pacific Bonito here in Cali. If bled right then iced, it taste amazing as sashimi.

[@CaptCollier]

Interesting. Maybe it’s the same fish, just different names. But yes, it was delicious!

[@MrBigmike7118]

NICE TRIP! The Sheepsheads have saved a trip or two for us for sure! I love the AJs Nothing like getting wore out by a donkey!

[@CaptCollier]

You got that right! Nothing like getting you're butt kicked by some donkeys Lol

[@donaldassard67]

Odd catch on Atlantic Bonito from where you are from. If you ever are lucky enough to catch another, try steaking them out and throw on the grill. Marinate in Italian dressing or brush EVO and dust with your favorite seasonings. Delicious Great show

[@CaptCollier]

I thought it was odd too. I don’t hear of many people catching them here in the northern Gulf of Mexico. And if I do happen to get another one I’ll try that, sounds good

[@eeassa]

Nathan! BAD WORD LOL !!!! You are hilarious!

[@CaptCollier]

He’s a trip!

[@claylyons8160]

Awesome video man...you and Nathan make a good team! I think that trigger nate caught was the one of the biggest I've seen

[@CaptCollier]

Preciate it, i think so too and he cracks me up too so i enjoy his company. It was a monster for sure, i think ive caught 2 or 3 around that size before

[@Rivergod482]

give a boat overview discription and why such a big motor? awesome to watch thank you!

[@streetcat1510]

Boy oh Boy, do those Amberjack fight!, just like Australian Yellow Tail Kingfish.

[@CaptCollier]

Yes they do, from the moment they bite until you land them in the boat! Those kingfish seem to act very similar

[@thebackyardbear]

I grew up fishing the Gulf of Mexico. Family had a small cabin on St. George Island before it even had a bridge. It was always fun to invite friends and family. It was always the same... non-stop action and people that slept like BABIES at night after a day of exhaustion in the sun.

[@charlesgleason1642]

Caught a few back in the 70s off the Okaloosa Island Pier in FWB. Great eating...

[@jamesz7415]

You ever catch one of those true bonito by accident again make sure you have some as sashimi. Killer stuff.

[@CaptCollier]

I definitely will. Need to keep a bottle of soy sauce on the boat

[@thesaltybrood]

Great video, really like how you drive them out of the structure with the boat. Almost lost my rod to something large the other day, but I was anchored

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks, and yea if you really want to land the fish without him breaking you off in structure or risk getting sharked it’s important to pull of that structure!

[@thesaltybrood]

@@CaptCollier did you have any current that day?

[@andrewsloper3020]

watched your cobia video from a month ago now im hooked on your page. keep it up man

[@CaptCollier]

Awesome dude! Thanks, and Glad you’re enjoying the vids

[@NewYorkF150stx]

Enjoy watching your videos capt C!.

[@CaptCollier]

Much appreciated, glad your enjoying them

[@georgejang3512]

Love fighting bonita on light tackle! Carolina rig works whether you're surf fishing or fishing for giants!

[@CaptCollier]

Yessir, hard to beat that rig

[@moblack5883]

Seeing Southern Salt struggle reeling fish in was comedy gold.

[@CaptCollier]

He was cracking me up all day lol. Just a Trout fishermen trying to Learn the boat offshore game

[@joshholmes2021]

That's what up! I literally laughed the whole video! Great trip Captain!

[@allyearangler1471]

CC, AWESOME Content! you are fishing my favorite spot to fish! The wonderful Gulf of Mexico! I just found your channel and i subscribed! TIGHT LINES!

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks for the sub! Just so happens, the GOM is my favorite spot to fish too!

[@8-bitco-op897]

Another banger of a video. You are a walking cheat code for fishing Capt. Fantastic video as always.

[@CaptCollier]

Haha thanks dude. I do what I can, thanks for tuning in.

[@jeremypeterson7384]

Southern Salt Nate is funny as hell y’all make a good team

[@CaptCollier]

He’s a trip for sure

[@jeremypeterson7384]

@@CaptCollier what would you charge to for a 6 hr trip cap?? These videos really get my blood pumpin!!! You always on the fish, I need some offshore action in mah life!!!

[@masonh2260]

I love the presentation of the final product. That looks like a top notch meal and only a few hours old. Keep up the great content. Maybe someday I'll have the ability to fish the gulf, best of luck to you.

[@CaptCollier]

I appreciate the comment and watching, you definitely should fish the gulf whenever you have an opportunity. Great fishing

[@rayhall3010]

I'm 64 have fish the gulf most of my life,, while in the air force, I did get to fish in VA , I've never heard of Alantic Bernardo

[@johnpair9193]

That's good to know those fish are not only edible but actually taste really good. I would have assumed they were trash like Bonita and thrown it back. We caught our first rainbow runner around the MP255 platform a few weeks ago and my nephew said it was pretty good too.

[@ironmaiden8625]

Rainbow Runner is very tasty. Caught a few on the Louisiana Gulf Coast.

[@mikeknottscreek8183]

I laughed so hard at Nathan after that AJ was landed. Poor boy was whooped!

[@CaptCollier]

Lol he definitely was! I couldn't stop laughing myself

[@williamhughes5197]

I've caught both bonito and prepare them in different ways. Some people consider them to be just a bait and others like ourselves see the other side of the culinary delight in their meat. Great content and awesome job catching those amberjacks. I call them reef donkeys 😅. Living the best life in Daytona Beach Florida and looking forward to seeing the next video.

[@CaptCollier]

Yep I’ve tried them as well! Wouldn’t be my first choice but not bad at all of prepared right like you meant. Them reef donkeys will show you who’s the real boss 😅

[@delawareteacher1182]

Outstanding fun!

[@snipderdon]

This is what I want to catch Thurs man

[@CaptCollier]

I can’t do offshore charters. My license is only good for inshore

[@oafishing]

Awesome trip! Those were some monster catches, especially those triggers! YEEEEEET!

[@CaptCollier]

Yessir I get fired up when a slab trigger fish hits the deck more than those hoss Ajs 😅

[@251reeling9]

Hell yeah cap, getting it done! So slick out there. Nice rods and reels.

[@CaptCollier]

Oh yea, i love it when its slick but gosh dang it gets unbearably hot. Thanks, Gotta have em for them big fish

[@BigcountryReactions]

Which is funny because up here in ct and Rhode Island we are currently catching triggerfish

[@kirkdavis2881]

Atlantic Bonito...good poke and sashimi

[@CaptCollier]

Very good!

[@trevorbaines8057]

@@CaptCollier We used to catch them often when I was a kid fishing at the piers. We called them Northern Mackeral. We caught 2 of them in Costa Rica that were pushing 10 pounds that they called "White Tuna". They were delicious even at that size.

[@drewbaggett8515]

We have caught a couple of the skipjack before but very few and far in between. I wish we had lots more of them for sure!

[@CaptCollier]

Me too! They were surprisingly good

[@eddiewallace5272]

Dang good video, the catch, clean and cook was awesome, thanks for sharing your life with us ✅💥✌️

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks for taking the time to watch, im glad you enjoyed it!

[@ironmaiden8625]

That was awesome. I fished out of Venice this past weekend. We caught some nice snapper. Could not find an AJ.....Sharks were everywhere!

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks dude. That’s crazy y’all couldn’t find the reef donkeys. I was surprised we didn’t really have an issue with the s words

[@mikeknottscreek8183]

I hope you have Nate back on for another AJ trip.

[@CaptCollier]

I’m sure we can make that happen once they open the season back up

[@RJayRabbit]

Love watching your vid man, we are going down to do an offshore trip out of Venice and love learning from you. Quick question, why don’t the casting reels you guys use have a line guide? Is it a weak point? Thanks

[@derecktomlinson8658]

Fish had Nathan looking like he never fished b4. What was that forearm deal? LOL

[@CaptCollier]

Hahaha idk that was a move I’ve never seen before. Cracked me up!

[@jaywright2035]

Love watching your videos Capt. My sister recently moved to Gulf Shores maybe I can go out with you someday

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks I appreciate it!

[@tomburbridge1114]

Looks like so much fun. I want to be at the top of the list when you start guiding fishing trips.

[@CaptCollier]

Already am. You can find me in on the Fishing Chaos App. Link in the description. Captain Colliers Charters

[@tomburbridge1114]

@@CaptCollier 10-4 I'll check it out this evening. Thanks !

[@tomburbridge1114]

@@CaptCollier I see your fishing so I sent you an email about October dates.

[@crhooked]

Awesome video man what a good day of fishing! AJs are anks man!

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks! And yes they are!

[@jimmysfishing4298]

That was a monster you caught! Great video, keep em coming!

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks! I don’t think I wanna catch one bigger than that 😅

[@williamcampbell6589]

I caught 2 30lb AJs back to back. 20 years later, I don't think I could do it again.

[@CaptCollier]

They will definitely put you to the test! Have you sweating and panting in no time

[@rebirth_mishap]

I must've missed it in the beginning. What casting rod & reel combos are you guy's using? Specifically the one Nathan caught that trigger fish on? TIA

[@tq6158]

Atlantic Bonito is a fantastic sushi fish

[@CaptCollier]

Yes it was, even better with alittle sear

[@jameschism7814]

Awesome fishing Capt!

[@johnkowley9314]

Great job very cool .

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

[@big-n-bama48]

Damn it Boyz... if I was just 25yrs younger and didn't have toar disc... But unfortunatly it is what it is..Those are some beast.. Fine trip, keep it up....And as long as you have teeth, you can't over-cook seafood.......lol..... RTR

[@CaptCollier]

Haha them jacks will tear ya down for sure. Thanks!

[@carlossierra1440]

Awesome content as always! Crazy you don't have more subs than what you do. Keep up the great work 👍👏

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks, We’re getting there!

[@jamesbosarge6837]

15:59 😂😂

[@Kayakmom9]

Y’all make me laugh with ya

[@prod805212]

2 completely different gaffs on those AJs lol

[@CaptCollier]

Yeaa lol he’s new to the offshore game

[@shanestewart410]

What is the best budget rods you use for the spinning reels?

[@cartersboxerandbulldogbabies]

Them dam flies lol 😂

[@CaptCollier]

They are bad at my house lol they know when the boat pulls up it’s feeding time

[@stephenkrambeck6589]

I’ve caught an Atlantic bonito up in jersey off a jetty and the meat didn’t look anything like the videos I’ve seen it this one, it was much greyer and wasn’t as good tasting as I’ve heard. It was also very small like 10 inches so maybe size has something to do with it.

[@CaptCollier]

Maybe because it wasn't bled properly, that's makes all the difference

[@diggerrob6356]

I like eating Bonito but it must be fresh! No good frozen IMHO.

[@CaptCollier]

Definitely. That kind of fish needs to be eaten fresh

[@LowCountryFishing]

Everglades baby!!!… look at you. Good video man. Big fish. How many gallons did you burn running 50 miles offshore?

[@CaptCollier]

Im hooked on that everglades now man. yessir, we went 130 miles round trip and burnt 41 gallons

[@LowCountryFishing]

@@CaptCollier how fast are you normally running? Last trip I ran 70miles total @38-40mph and burned 20gallons. 3.5mpg

[@rickbrettelle2333]

Looks like y’all had a great day. I’m going to try the 20’ shock leader, maybe that will help with the occasional pulled hook. Really nice triggers and aj’s, my daughter caught a 95 lb aj 5 or 6 years back out of Apalach. They’ll test you. Thanks for what you do!

[@CaptCollier]

Oh yea the 20or 30’ top shot will help out with your pulled hook issue tremendously. It’s a must to have some stretch in the line. Dang ow that’s a hoss!

[@rickbrettelle2333]

@@CaptCollier I use Avet reels also and the drag is so smooth and easy to adjust I thought that was enough, can’t wait to try the long shock leader this fall on some super size snappers. We used to fish straight mono, makes me wonder?

[@CaptCollier]

@@rickbrettelle2333 yes I am very happy with my avets. And if your using straight monofilament you shouldn’t have a problem. It has a lot of stretch. I only put the top shot on when I have braid. Braid doesn’t have any stretch

[@rickbrettelle2333]

@@CaptCollier I’m with on that, it took me a while to switch

[@stevenhopson3305]

Man you guys did good Nate need to get in the gym lol

[@southernsalt]

😂 some of them fish about got Branden too lol

[@CaptCollier]

My back was jelly the next day!

[@CaptCollier]

Hahaha

[@jacobchandler3443]

Episodes like this are my favorite. Freakin toads.

[@CaptCollier]

Glad you liked it dude! Thanks as always

[@leerexrode1801]

I'm new to your channel, subscribe because I heard about you from bearded Brad. Love the content, I'll definitely keep checking it out and I definitely subscribed

[@CaptCollier]

Welcome, and glad you like it! Bearded Brad is a trip

[@shannononeal5410]

Awesome video what size hook do you use to catch trigger fish?

[@CaptCollier]

I’d say anywhere between a 3/0 to a 5/0. It varies with different hook brands so hard to say but you definitely want a stout one or they will bend it

[@denverharleman8045]

I've caught west coast yellowtail, there cousins to amberjack, up to 30 pounds

[@CaptCollier]

That’s awesome. They look like some great fighters as well

[@denverharleman8045]

@@CaptCollier YES they do. in mexico i hear people use 100 pound line to caught them, sometime use bigger line

[@briankeevan8134]

Great video as always.👍🏻 Have you had any difficulty catching decent snapper in less than 150’ of water this year? It seems like our best snapper trips this season are happening in 200’ of water (or even deeper.)

[@CaptCollier]

Thanks buddy, and honestly i haven't really tried other than the first weekend of snapper season. When i was helping run charters with Gettightoffshore we were limiting out on big ones every trip in the 200' depth. Didnt stop and try anything shallower often. From what ive heard its been tough though.

[@briankeevan8134]

@@CaptCollier Thanks for the response, Capt.👍🏻 We also had good luck in the 90’-140’ depths the 1st few weeks, but seemingly, around the time of the ADSFR, it’s like the larger snaps moved a little farther offshore to deeper depths.🤷🏼‍♂️ Again, thank you for posting all the great videos! See you out there soon.

[@maureenland2049]

Dont put Soya sauce ,try a bit of vinegar lol

[@CaptCollier]

Mmm idk about that

[@BalochGabol]

what rod r u using here ??

[@ultimatejay]

50 miles is a long way for that little boat. What range does it have? BTW- that last fish is a pacific bonito.

[@CaptCollier]

It is, I only may these trips when the weather is just right like it was this day. And about 175 miles

[@jknn5659]

Branden I want to book a charter with you in October. I'll be in Gulf Shores on Vacation. Can you pick me up in Ft Morgan? Pls let me know

[@CaptCollier]

Awesome. Yes I can, you can look at my availability and rates on the Fishing Chaos App. You can also put a deposit down and save a date . My number is on there as well if you have any questions

[@flixinggames4553]

drop the loco

[@davidsimmons3503]

Will your vfh radio work that far out?

[@CaptCollier]

Yes, it will for a certain range.

[@moblack5883]

Weird I didn’t get this motivation

[@slimetimefishing4782]

you in mayport fl?

[@CaptCollier]

No. Dauphin island, Alabama

[@huntingfishing5237]

What rod is on that hxw

[@CaptCollier]

Its a Star Plasma 6'6 Heavy

[@scottgibson21]

Reef donkeys yeah boy

[@greatlakesfishingguy3227]

#LetsGoBrandon #SnoopyFishingPoleChallange Great video

[@chrizmoritc]

For the no-see-ums : , talk with the women folk, ask to try " Avon Skin so soft " ,. The wife swears by it. Works for skeeters too, No idea if it will keep the knats at bay. Apparentlty it's scentless, so no worries about wearing a girly product 🤣🤣 ..Seriously though check it out.😉

[@CaptCollier]

Haha I’m alright with smelling alittle fruity as long as it works!

[@barbarabeagley6650]

I just watched a video on gold prospecting in Australia and they were all commenting about Skin so Soft to keep the bugs away too.

[@billsharpe2746]

If you forage for food there are no limits and there are no rules, when you purchase a license you are now in business your in business with the government or whoever gives you the license, there is no license required to forage for food, it's the same thing with a hunting license or even a drivers license, all licenses are to do business,if you are not selling quarry you're not in business and no license is required.

[@lawrencecardente533]

The fish you know isn't a bonito IS, a bonito and the fish you call bonito are little tunny. The little tunny is a true tuna.

[@CaptCollier]

I’m pretty sure I said that in the video. We just call them Bonito for short

[@2061526]

who's jealous?

[@jessebolton3423]

Great video but I clean fish for a plant and you are wasting a lot of meat

[@slingoneoutdoors2969]

False albacore. Not Bonita the big ones

[@CaptCollier]

That’s just what we call them all around here

[@BackyardRambo]

Atlantic Bonita = skipjack , related to spanish mackerel Bonito = false albacore, related to tuna.