THE PACIFIC REALITY CHECK: More than just a Boat When the "Big Leagues" meet the Costa Rican Salt. There seems to be a common symptom among fishermen who have traveled the world: overconfidence. Many arrive believing that, having sailed in other latitudes, they already know all the tricks of the "Old Sea Wolf". But the Costa Rican Pacific does not read resumes or be impressed by the size of the boats; here, the only thing that counts is the real connection with the water. Having a boat doesn't make you a captain, like having a rod doesn't make you a fisherman. The sea welcomed us with a quick lesson: a Sailfish that attacked with fury and, with the same elegance with which he arrived, said goodbye leaving the line loose. It was the "entry tax" for our visitor. But the ocean also knows how to reward persistence. After probing our trust points, the crack sang again. This time, the trophy was an atypical Sailfish, a true living work of art with vibrant hues that lit up its belly and main candle in a natural neon display. As a great character of our land would say: ¡Qué belleza de animal! A jewel that reminded us that, in these waters, the sea always has the last word. Fishing Report: The Humble Masterclass * Technique: Precision Trolling * Location: Offshore, Costa Rica * The Vibe: Reality checks and unexpected beauty. Catch of the Day: * 1 Atypical Sailfish: Unique iridescent coloration (Released). * 1 Lost Battle: A reminder to never lower the guard. #CostaRicaFishing #Sailfish #OldSeaWolf #MathisLegends #PuraVida #Sportfishing #OffshoreAdventure #QueBellezaDeAnimal #AnglerApproved

THE MATE’S GAMBLE: A 60lb Southern Legend When intuition outruns the wind. The challenge of the day was clear: to satisfy the ambition of a group of veteran fishermen who are not satisfied with little. However, when we arrived at Punta Conejo, the wind greeted us like an impassable wall. It seemed that the task was slipping out of our hands between the gusts and the waves. That's when the team's synergy shone. While Captain Sullin sailed the blizzard, his sailor made a bold bet: "To the south." Where the wind gives up and only the most seasoned locals, with their rolls of rope and stone patience, dare to throw. Sullin, with all his wisdom, trusted his team's instinct. The sailor saw what only a trained eye can see: birds in abundance but in calm and bait moving like a war dance. In the middle of commercial boats, we find our sanctuary. What emerged from the depths after a tense silence left us breathless. A colossal structure, an imposing Roosterfish of about 60 pounds that stopped time. Seeing that iconic crest tear the water was the "bell" of victory that saved the day and reminded us that, in this trade, mastery is a journey where there is always a new spot to discover. Fishing Report: The South Coast Save * Technique: Coastal Trolling / Live Bait * Location: South of Punta Conejo, Costa Rica * The Vibe: Teamwork, intuition, and "Buzzer Beater" glory. The Catch of the Day: * 1 Trophy Roosterfish: Estimated 50-60 lbs. A true Pacific Behemoth. * The Highlight: Team synergy between Captain and Mate to outsmart the weather. #RoosterfishTrophy #PuntaConejo #MathisFishingLegends #Teamwork #BigGameFishing #CostaRicaAdventure #PuraVida #SixtyPounder #AnglerApproved

UNDER THE LUNAR LENS: A Battle Against the Front When the Moon watches, the Pacific tests your resolve. There is an undeniable mystique when we fish under the gaze of a full moon. Expectations grow as much as tides, but the ocean always has the last word. The morning received us with a deceptive calm; a brief respite before the winds of a cold front decided to claim their territory. ❄️ For two hours, the silence on the reels was absolute. But in fishing, silence is not the absence of life, it is an accumulation of tension. Suddenly, the surface eroped. It wasn’t just any sting; it was a violent attack, a “hard to break” that emerged from the depths to challenge our patience. Thanks to the years of trade and the deep knowledge of the Roosterfish, we managed to tame the strength of that coastal champion just when the wind grew stronger again. A technical victory that reminded us that, under any moon or cold front, experience is the anchor that keeps us victorious. Fishing Report: The Full Moon Challenge • Technique: Coastal Trolling & Live Bait • Location: Nearshore, Costa Rica • The Vibe: High suspense, weather tactics, and lunar magic. The Catch: • 1 Champion Roosterfish: A powerhouse of the shallows. • The Lesson: In the face of a cold front, timing and local expertise are everything. #Roosterfish #FullMoonFishing #CostaRicaSportfishing #MathisLegends #PuraVida #AnglerLife #SeaMysteries #ColdFrontFishing