Monster Shark Tournament

Post by **Big Fisher** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:01 am

Did anyone else watch this over the weekend? Damn , now that's a tournament. I'd like to know how much those Penn reels go for? For those who didnt watch it, it's a yearly shark tournament they have off Martha's Vineyard. 2 day tournament and points are awarded based on the weight of the fish. I hope they play it again. It was on TSN.

Post by **MichaelVandenberg** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:11 am

Format...

2 day
150 boats
2 fish limit (1 per day)
point system (weight * factor for type of shark)
Minko and Thrasher sharks have a factor of 1.5

The fish is gaffed multiple times at the side of the boat, then it is drowned (pull backwards through the water) and final brought into the boat.

At the dock the fish is weighed (biggest on day 1 was 367 lbs, second biggest was 354 lbs).

After which the fish is cut up by biologists in the name of science.

The fish day 32 sharks were brought to the dock, not sure about the second.

Throughout the whole show they had shark attack victims tell there story (obiviousily only the ones that survived).

Just posting the facts...Make your own opinion.

Cheers,

Mike

Post by **Big Fisher** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:17 am

Known as the nation's most environmentally regulated shark competition, most
sharks landed during the tournament are released. The sharks that are brought to the
docks for weigh-in, are fully utilized, with shark steaks being donated to senior
centers and food pantries and the non-consumable portions of the fish refined into
organic fertilizer.

The landed sharks also provide scientific data for the Apex Predators Program, the
Massachusetts Department of Marine Fisheries, and the National Marine Fisheries
Service.

If you are going to post all the facts then do so.

Post by **Markus** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:18 am

Probassing, kind of like bass tournies promoting proper handling, upgraded livewell systems, barbless hooks, livewell additives and C&R to support the act of culling.

The shark attack victims are a cheesy way to help support the catch.

I've participated in many shark derbies. I missed the past couple of years, but I'm hoping to get back to Yarmouth, NS this year and join a friends crew.

I know there, the scientists are very serious about the sharks for the "name of science". Once their data is gathered, all the sharks are processed for meat and not a drop is wasted. It is an extremmely well run and respected derby (by the participants, government and community).

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:22 am

I caught the tail end of that show, and was really disappointed that I missed the rest of it. It looked pretty cool. I just saw the last guy lose the shark and fall on his butt. Quite funny.

I'll keep my eyes peeled to see if this is on again. If anyone else happens to see it airing again, please post to let us know.

HW

Post by **steve-hamilton** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:59 am

great show!

Post by **Canadian Bacon** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 9:59 am

This was a fantastic Tournament...
I really like the fact that most are released and that the ones kept as Mark said are use for good...to educate and food!
The big Thrasher on Day 2 was I believe 545lbs....

Post by **Wall-I-Guy** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 12:01 pm

probassing wrote:Minko and Thrasher sharks have a factor of 1.5

Mike

Hey Mike,

this isn't an attack of any kind, just curiousity

Did you mean Mako ??

I've never heard of a Minko Shark, and I've read a few Shark books!

Thanks,

WIG

Post by **MichaelVandenberg** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 2:27 pm

Good catch WIG...Minko or Mako...Mako is right!

Post by **Snidley** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 4:26 pm

I also saw that derby. The top catch is either a Mako (considered by many the premier sportfish in the world) and Thresher Sharks (they of the long and apparently dangerous tail). I was lucky enough to speak with some shark fishermen at the Toronto Spring Fishing Show and caught some of the most amazing video footage of a 400-500lb Mako coming out of the water at least 25feet. I don't mean that it porposed 25 feet I mean it came straight up and straight down at least 25 feet. Awsome! From conversations I've had in the past with saltwater anglers I've learned that Makos are not only strong fighters but also quite prone to attacking the boat and the fishermen in the boat by biting at and actually leaping into the boat in an attempt to eat their tormenter. On the west coast there is a new sport fishery targeting Salmon Sharks,a close relative of the Mako in Alaska. Further to neet video on sharks I recall a program shot in South Africa where a researcher towed a 5 foot long cutout of a seal behind his boat trying to entice Great White Sharks (also closely related to a Mako) to strike from below. His efforts were incredibly successfull as time after time Great whites would hit the 5 foot long Topwater Seal not only from underneath but also by coming out of the water close to the lure and then striking the lure from above(I've experienced this with Pike) by coming down on top of it. In every case the 5 foot lure is a shambles after Mr Great White nails it and the amazing thing about the area were this happens is that it's very close to were hordes of people surf and windsurf. Yikes! Regards Snidley

Post by **orrsey** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 4:34 pm

Sounds like a cool show, wish I had of caught it...maybe if there were no more sharks I would swim in the ocean.....just kidding kind of

Post by **Urbanfisherman** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 6:54 pm

I think it was a great show... I like all fishing shows but I could really tell that they put some $$$ into the production of the show...

All shots were clear, with good closeups and many angles covered. It was well narrated too... It sorta had a Discovery channel flair to it.. you know what I mean?

Good show overall

Post by **Canadian Bacon** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 6:56 pm

I aree..really well done....and man that would be some exciting fishing!

Post by **Wall-I-Guy** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 6:58 pm

If anyone hears of a repeat, I would love to know about it too

Post by **fishforfun** » Mon Feb 28, 2005 7:05 pm

Markus I've done some sea fishing but never for sharks. Could a guy my weight and height handle playing one of them?

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