The Saltwater Line Matrix: Why the Real Tavernier Bait and Tackle Hub Is at Tavernier Creek Marina (MM 90.5) By Capt. Ryan Van Fleet | Good Karma Sportfishing Have you ever caught yourself going down a midnight rabbit hole on YouTube or fishing forums debating...

How to Catch Mahi-Mahi in 2026: The Ultimate Guide Update 2.0 Mahi Mahi Fishing in the Florida Keys So you want to learn how to catch mahi-mahi in the Florida Keys? Look, guys, pull up a chair and read closely. If you are getting into offshore Mahi Mahi fishing here...

Spanish Fly Shark Tournament 2026: Jose Wejebe’s Legacy Returns The Spanish Fly Shark Tournament is more than just another Florida Keys fishing tournament-it is a celebration of fishing community, conservation, and the enduring spirit of Captain Jose Wejebe. Founded...

A Scientific Approach to Mutton Snapper Fishing The True Meaning of Respecting the Fish: Knowledge Over Narrative We hear the phrase "respect the fish" constantly in this industry—usually when it comes to how to fillet them or how to hold them for a photo. But I...

The "Hard Mode" Delusion: Ego, Espionage, and the Death of the Dockside Handshake There is a quiet, heavy tension at the boat ramps in 2026. It’s a mix of high-tech paranoia and a crumbling of old-school etiquette. If you’ve spent any time fishing fresh water or salt...

Does a Wahoo Only Eat Once a Day? In all good con-artist movies there always one classic scene.  The scene where the  grifter is explaining how the  game works. They say: 'If you’ve been at the table for a half-hour and you can’t spot the mark... YOU are the mark.'...

The Secret Current: How Gulf Eddies Bring Big Wahoo and Sailfish to the Florida Keys  Captain Ryan here, and I'm about to pull back the curtain on something "they" don't want you to fully understand. You're out there chasing Wahoo in the Florida Keys, relying on the...

Discover the best Key Largo stone crabs—the same local delicacy that has captivated Florida seafood enthusiasts for generations. But the secret isn't just in the taste of the stone crab; it's in the tradition. In this blog I will dive into the history behind Key Largo...

If you're eager to consistently catch more wahoo using the science of wahoo fishing. This wahoo fishing blog is your guide to the real wahoo fishing data. Forget the guessing games. I am going to break down a couple of my favorite proven wahoo studies that show you...

Stop Getting Taxed by Sharks: The SatFish Update Every Angler Needs Stop getting taxed by the sharks: The SatFish Update Every Angler needs. Let's have a little real talk, just between us anglers. Does it feel like the pressure on our local waters has gone from zero...

Hacking the Wahoo Bite Formula Explained Forget random luck. Hacking the wahoo bite formula is key to consistently catching more wahoo, not just when it is easy.  Wahoo fishing success comes down to timing your presentation with specific environmental triggers. By...

The Science of Fishing for Wahoo-Lure Selection for Wahoo Fishing The Science of Wahoo Lure Selection Wahoo fishing in the Florida Keys has been a huge part of my life for the last 12 years.  I've spent countless hours on the water and off the water, thinking about...

The 2026 Ultimate Florida Keys Lobster Season Guide As July draws to a close here in the Florida Keys, many might feel the summer winding down. But for locals and visitors alike, the end of July doesn't signal an end; it marks the beginning of what many consider a...

Offshore Islamorada Fishing Charters-Florida Keys Your Best Florida Keys Fishing Trip Starts Here: Welcome to Good Karma Sportfishing 2.0! Are you dreaming of booking the best offshore-fishing charter in Islamorada, or planning a vacation to Key Largo and craving an...

The Secret's Out: Why Lateral Scale is Revolutionizing Wahoo Fishing The South Florida wahoo lure secret. Ever wondered what it is? Why do some guys just seem to have it figured out while others come back empty-handed? The truth is, the same old wahoo fishing tactics...

The Ultimate Guide to Beginner Yellowtail Snapper Fishing This blog series is the ultimate beginners guide to the best tactics for yellowtail snapper fishing in the Florida Keys. In this 2025 beginner guide yellowtail snapper fishing, I will share the secrets I wish I...

The 2025 Ultimate Guide to Wahoo Fishing with Live Bait   Welcome to the 2025 Ultimate Live Bait Fishing Guide for Wahoo Get ready to level up your wahoo fishing skills and knowledge.  Through countless days on the water, I've learned a lot about the art of live...

Let me talk to you about how to catch sailfish in South Florida and more. I still remember my first sailfish. It was a sweltering July 4th weekend while on a charter fishing off Isla Mujeres, Mexico in 2008. The ocean was flat, calm, and seemingly devoid of life until...

CMOR Maps vs. Navionics Review I purchased both CMOR Maps and downloaded the Navionics app just this past week—but not for the reasons you might think. I wanted to see where I should not be fishing.  This is not only a CMOR Maps vs. Navionics review, but I also teach...

The Ebing rig can be a game-changer when targeting blackfin, bluefin or yellowfin tuna worldwide. It's designed to mimic the movements of  krill, squid, or glass minnows.  Blackfin, bluefin, and yellowfin tuna are known to be voracious eaters and have a particular...

The Best Wahoo Lure Color for 2025 Why are Pink Wahoo Lures Trending  Could the best wahoo lure color for 2025 be pink? Let's talk about it. A growing trend in wahoo fishing has caught my attention - the increasing popularity of pink wahoo lures. Over the past few...

The Ultimate Guide to Florida Keys Bridge Fishing Spots 2026/2027 If you're heading to the Florida Keys and are looking for the best bridge fishing spots then read this ultimate guide to Florida Keys bridge fishing spots. Most Florida Keys bridges offer a great...

The Best Wahoo Seawitch Guide Welcome to your ultimate resource, "The Best Wahoo Seawitch Guide for ! As we embark on another exciting wahoo season, understanding the importance of selecting the right wahoo lures is more crucial than ever. Learn how to catch wahoo...

Wahoo Fishing-The Easiest Way to Catch a Wahoo | A Complete Guide to the Best Wahoo Lures If you're looking to learn how to catch a wahoo, the easiest way to catch a wahoo and the best wahoo trolling lure, you've come to the right place. When it comes to wahoo...

Key Largo is fortunate to be home to some of the best mutton snapper fishing in the world. Snapper fishing, in general, is excellent, but there's something special about Key Largo mutton snappers. Good Karma Sportfishing specializes in catching mutton snappers...

Now that you have the slow pitch jigs, you have to sell them. Selling slow pitch jigs takes more than just starting a website. First, you have to be good at marketing and selling your product, which can be difficult if you don't have any experience in either field. ...

How to Start a Slow Pitch Jig Business The first step to starting a slow pitch jig business is clearly understanding what you hope to achieve. What are your goals and objectives? What do you want to accomplish with your business? Once you grasp your motivation for...

How to Fish for Wahoo-The Ultimate Wahoo Fishing Guide for 2025 Welcome to How to fish for wahoo-the ultimate wahoo fishing guide for 2025.  Even if you've been doing it for years, you can always fine-tune your techniques and learn new ways to catch more wahoo. In...

The Best Solar Lunar Fishing Secrets Revealed Are you ready to read about best solar and lunar fishing secrets?

This is a beginners guide to wahoo fishing for those wanting to learn quickly. I was honored to have been selected as one of the top wahoo fishing captains in the country.

Find the best Islamorada Fishing reports here. Download the Good Karma Sportfishing App. Our Islamorada fishing reports are free premium audible fishing reports that reveal secrets as to where and when the dolphin, tuna, wahoo and sailfish are biting off Islamorada.  With the price of gas sky rocketing, this APP is designed to help you make the most out of your day on the water, saving you time and money.  From time to time I provide free Florida Keys GPS fishing and lobsters spots as well.  

How Wahoo See Lure Color Are you planning to visit the Florida Keys to go wahoo fishing? This beginner's guide describes how wahoo may see color will help you catch more and bigger wahoo consistently.   Match the Hatch of Local Bait Fish  When it comes to selecting...

Islamorada Fishing Report-World Class Fishing Destination Been a busy week for Good Karma Sportfishing. This week I re-opened my Florida Keys Bait and Tackle shop online. The name is of the site is Good Karma Fishing Tackle Here you will find everything that I use and...

In this podcast I talk about how to fish the patch reefs in the Florida Keys. The patch reefs offer awesome light tackle fishing in the winter months! I included detailed patch reef fishing tackle and fishing tips. Also included in the show notes is a Strike Line Charts under 3-D sonar image of some good patch reef fishing spots off Key Largo.