Fin Runner Sportfishing

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What anglers say

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  Matt Joseph

  

  New York, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  NEW

  Let’s Go Marlin Fishing

  Full Day Trip — Offshore on September 8, 2026 • 2 adults

  This is my second trip in 3 months with Brian. Both trips have been awesome. I messaged before this last trip “what are you thinking? grab some bait and chase yellowtail and Dorado?” He responded with “let’s go Marlin fishing!” I thought it was a joke. “Haha, that would be sick”. So when we headed out early only to find the bait barge out of bait, we said “let’s see what the day throws at us.” We followed some birds early and caught a few Bonita, but then decided to chase dinner. We tossed in some gear to troll and not 10 seconds into our troll Brian says “it’s a Marlin. Yep! It’s a Marlin!” As our line started going. What an incredible experience watching this thing dance on the surface, sprint toward the boat, pull line out, and then dance again. The bill ended up cutting the leader when the fish was about 10 yards away, but what a rush. We saw 3 marlin this trip. The first three of my life. Thanks again Brian, see you soon.

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  Justin Bradley

  

  Arizona, US

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  Member since 2026

  4.7

  Verified

  NEW

  August fishing trip

  8 Hour Trip — Offshore on August 14, 2026 • 2 adults

  Sadly we didn't catch any fish. That said we did have interactions with 2 coast guard vessels and 1 homeland vessel. Son and i learned a lot, we tried several different methods to try and catch fish. maybe saw 3 or 4 rods on ther boats that day that had fish. seemed like a lot of boats werent catching. it happens. our captain Brain tried different spots and methods to get us on fish. he did everything he could to get us on fish, rerigging lines, switching from live bait to artificial, just no bites. my son amd i still had a great time and experience. we both will book again with Brian on the Fin Runner.

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  Michael Bunger

  Repeat angler

  

  Texas, US

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  Member since 2022

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  4 trips

  5.0

  Verified

  Great 4-hour San Diego Bay Fishing trip with Fin Runner

  4 Hour Trip — San Diego Bay on July 20, 2026 • 4 adults

  Great trip - Brian is super-friendly, hospitable, down-to-earth, helpful, professional. Boat was perfect. Four of us went. All of us caught fish. we had no intention of keeping fish, although many were keepers. We caught and released several bass, a sand shark, a guitar fish, a corvina, a mosaic bass, a large stingray (tough 15-minute fight), a halibut. We all had a great time fishing for them and reeling them in. Dock was very nice, instructions were clear where to meet, anple parking. just overall great experience! i am going to try to go for a 6-hour fishing trip one of the next times I am visiting my daughter in San Diego.

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  Response from Charter operator

  July 22, 2026

  Thanks Mike! Youre a great dad! Hope to see yall again!

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  Anson Kuo

  

  California, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  5/5 Stars – Highly Recommend Brian!

  4 Hour Trip — San Diego Bay on July 11, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

  We had an absolutely amazing trip with Brian, even when unexpected hiccups came up! The bait shop was completely out of live bait, which was totally out of Brian's control. He did an incredible job making the absolute best of a tough situation. We ended up catching our own bait, which took a little extra time, and also tried out some lures and trolling. Despite the slow start, the kids had a blast and are already asking when we can go again! Brian is incredibly knowledgeable, patient with beginners, and fantastic with children. While we probably would have caught bigger fish with live bait, we don't regret a single second or dollar spent. It was really a wonderful experience, and we highly recommend Brian to friends, family and anyone looking for a top-notch guide!

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  Response from Charter operator

  July 16, 2026

  I wish my parents would have been that ebgaged and paint! Thanks again!

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  Horacio Camacho

  Repeat angler

  

  Florida, US

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  Member since 2019

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  3 trips

  5.0

  Verified

  Must Book!

  4 Hour Trip — San Diego Bay on April 5, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

  We had an absolute blast on our 4-hour inshore bay trip with Captain Brian. It was the perfect family outing for our two kids (12 and 8) and my wife. From the moment we stepped on the boat, Captain Brian made everyone feel comfortable and excited. He was fantastic with the kids — super patient, encouraging, and great at explaining everything in a way they could understand. He kept them engaged the whole time, and they had a ton of fun reeling in fish. Best of all, he put us on two nice halibuts! It made the trip extra special and created memories we'll talk about for years. If you're looking for a family-friendly charter in the bay with a knowledgeable, kid-friendly captain who actually gets you on fish, book with Captain Brian — you won't be disappointed! Thank you again, Captain Brian!

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  Response from Charter operator

  April 6, 2026

  Thanks for coming again Ace !! Great to meet your beautiful family this time! Hope the halibut was tastey!!