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Spring Is Almost Here In Fort Lauderdale

Spring Is Almost Here In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, this weeks report if definitely better then last weeks we are starting to see a little bit more action. This week trolling on the reef has been tough not many bites, a few king mackeral in the early mornings and some smaller bonitos....

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Fort Lauderdale Fishing In February

Fort Lauderdale Fishing In February

Hello everyone, Capt Vinnie here, sorry to everyone who always looks forward to my weekly report but last week was super tough fishing and I didnt have much to report, but that being said looks like this week is starting to head in a positive direction. All this crazy...

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Cold Weather and Hot Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

Cold Weather and Hot Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, this week in Fort Lauderdale the weather has been changing around a-lot, from super cold and gloomy days to days with sunshine and temps around 75 degrees. As for the fishing we had some excellent days and we also had some days where...

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Consistency Is Key In Fort Lauderdale

Consistency Is Key In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, this week the fishing has for sure picked up and has been much more consistent then last week as well as the week before that. For the report this week I will start offshore, we had a couple of days this week with some easterly winds...

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January Deep Sea Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

January Deep Sea Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone, Capt. Vinnie here... This week in Fort Lauderdale I would say the best way to describe the fishing would be TOUGH, I have been pulling out all my tricks to make things happen, all the cold fronts and changing conditions daily have been making it tough...

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Finishing Up The Year In Fort Lauderdale

Finishing Up The Year In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, super busy week for us here at the YB Normal, Christmas week is sure in full effect. As far as the fishing goes for this week honesty it has been very tough I would be lying through my teeth if I said It was great right now, but that...

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The Sailfish Are Biting In Fort Lauderdale

The Sailfish Are Biting In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, for this weeks report just like the title says sailfish has been the main attraction. The sailfish bite has been pretty consistent right now just off the coast of Fort Lauderdale, seems like the days with the heavier the winds the...

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December Deep Sea Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

December Deep Sea Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, for this weeks report here in Fort Lauderdale the best way to describe it would be TOUGH!!! Deep Sea Fishing in December can be tricky always fishing around cold fronts its going to make it difficult no matter what, changing...

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Ending November With A Bang In Fort Lauderdale

Ending November With A Bang In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, its been a great November this year some great weather and some great fishing as well. The fishing this week has been super good on some days and other days its been so tough just to get a bite. This time of year when fishing around...

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November Deep Sea Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

November Deep Sea Fishing In Fort Lauderdale

Hello everyone Capt. Vinnie here, what a great week weather wise and also fishing wise, finally it seems like we have been able to find a break in the weather and the fishing has been pretty top notch as well. For this week majority of the action has been right on the...

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Jennifer DiDonatoJennifer DiDonato
17:58 27 Jan 25
We had a GREAT experience today with a 4 hour charter. The boat was great, the ride out was lovely. Vinny and Steven were very knowledgeable. They knew great spots for fishing. Every time we dropped a line we were getting hits! They showed us how, helped along the way, but very much let us fish and bring them in. My children had a great time and we caught a lot of great snappers! Can't wait to eat them! We will definitely be back again and I highly recommend them!
UpstatersUpstaters
16:11 11 Jan 25
Outstanding experience. 4 hour morning charter, catching snapper and amber and porgies continuously. Capt Vinnie knew exactly where to go. Once we hit our limit we headed off to a new spot. Steve helped w everything from teaching the kids how to use the gear to pulling big ones off the reef — fantastic mate — worked w/o a break to keep lines in the water the whole trip.Exceptional.Also saw porpoises (and/or dolphins).The boat has a cabin for shade, ice for drinks, bathroom. Perfect.
Scott ReichScott Reich
16:56 23 Dec 24
Had an excellent time!! We came down from Michigan and wanted a charter that was bold enough to go out in rough seas. We picked right!! We were targeting sailfish and caught two large ones. We stayed out while all the other charters went back in. Only charter to catch sailfish that day! Also caught King fish and tuna. All together a wonderful trip!!
Carissa LavigneCarissa Lavigne
18:57 03 Nov 24
Thank you Capt. Vinnie and Steve for a fantastic experience. The Y B Normal crew took fantastic care of the four of us - between the life long hobby fishermen to another’s first time stepping on a boat, our group brought a lot of different levels of fishing/boating to the table. Steve knew exactly how to handle each one of us when it came time to reel in dinner. We learned a ton in a fun way, caught some fish & made some stellar memories. Will be returning as fast as possible!
B BB B
00:32 02 Nov 24
Vinny worked hard to get us on the fish and we caught a ton! Vinny went above and beyond to find the fish. The seas were rough and Vinny was able to fill the cooler for us. Great day on the water! Highly recommended!
Lisa WLisa W
23:22 31 Aug 24
We had a great turnout on our fishing trip today. It was our first time taking our young boys (11yrs & 8yrs old) offshore fishing and they did amazing due to the tremendous patience and outstanding help of Captain Vinnie and his first mate. Caught black fin tuna, snapper, Bonita, a barracuda and great memories.
Holly MasedaHolly Maseda
12:18 15 Aug 24
Had an Amazing Day Fishing with Captain Vinnie and his Mate Steve on YB Normal. We booked an all day charter. My daughter came into town for her birthday and he didn't disappoint. The equipment top notch, he was prepared and ready for us with live bait and hooks ready to go. His cabin had AC and was a nice escape to get out of the hot sun. There are 5 of us on the boat and within minutes of the first sight of fish all 5 of us had fish on the line. We couldn't catch them fast enough. We had 12 dolphin within 20 minutes.Total catch for the day was 20 dolphin 3 tuna a Wahoo. And the prize for the day was a sail fish.Couldn't have asked for anything better. Thank you for giving my family memories to remember forever.
Christian HofmannChristian Hofmann
08:32 09 Aug 24
Capt. Vinnie and Steve are true fishing professionals. Since we arrived to the boat me and my family felt in the right hands for a great adventure. They made sure that we had lots of action. 10 out of 5
Charles SwartzCharles Swartz
16:48 27 Jul 24
These guys are awesome we went on a 4 hour tour and it was sweet
PatrickGT3RSPatrickGT3RS
11:10 14 Jul 24
It was a pleasure to meet Vinnie And SteveAnd it was a Great Fishing Trip.I Hope we See us soon!
Hayley JarrioHayley Jarrio
15:06 11 Jul 24
Amazing time! Captain Vinnie knew exactly where the fish were! Steve was super helpful and both made for a great trip! Highly recommend!
Reza AzadiReza Azadi
16:46 09 Jul 24
Great experience. Plan on a longer charter next time. Great host to kids
Joe HansmannJoe Hansmann
04:43 09 Jul 24
We had a blast with Vinnie and 1st mate Steve. Caught the biggest wahoo of my life. 60" 80 lbs!My wife girls also got to real in kings, tuna, maceral, and barracuda.
Nick BerryNick Berry
19:00 02 Jul 24
We had a blast on this charter. Our group of six had plenty of room and the equipment was great. We reeled in a 7’ sand bar shark too! Captain Vinnie and crew put us on the fish and on the sharks. We will be returning to Y B Normal when back in town.
Dr Alex WhoDr Alex Who
12:04 18 Jun 24
YB Normal fishing charter, with Captain Vinnie at the wheel is a trip of a lifetime. The experience was beyond anything we expected, Captain and mate had such expertise and knowledge of their craft that it was an art. YB Normal 8hr charter is definitely highly recommended if you want great big catch!!!. Captain Vinnie knew exactly where the fish are and how to get them on the boat!!!. Thank you dearly from the surfing chef.
John LewisJohn Lewis
13:10 24 Apr 24
We did the 6 hour afternoon trip with Vinnie and 1st mate Fischer and had a fantastic time.  Everything was ready when we arrived.  We made it out to the starting place, which took around 35-45 minutes.  We started with Kites and some live bait that was given free to Vinnie, so we didn’t get charged for it, which was nice.  We started hooking into fish starting with Bonita and then we caught an absolute hog of a barracuda, which they estimated around 35 pounds and a rarity for the large size.  After that, I hooked into a hammerhead and was given the option to chase it, so we did for a solid 30 minutes until the hook popped out.  But what an experience on light tackle.  We did some more kite fishing and then trolled after the live bait ran out.  We started hooking into fish quickly and after an absolutely chaotic set, came away with a Sailfish, Blackfin, King Mackerel and two jacks for good measure.  Vinnie got us on fish and Fisher was a moving tornado, keeping all the gear in line and in the water fishing. We made our way back and got into port right at 6 hours.  We had our fish cleaned and got some great pictures and memories along the way. I picked this boat, based on the reviews of others on Fishing Booker, but also because of the results of the captain.  Not all days are going to be productive on the water, but I felt like we crushed it.
Ordinary SethOrdinary Seth
00:21 18 Apr 24
A Thrilling Fishing Adventure with Captain Vinnie on the YB Normal.If you’re looking for an unforgettable fishing experience, look no further than Captain Vinnie and crew. From the moment we stepped on board, their expertise and enthusiasm set the tone for an incredible journey.Day one was nothing short of exhilarating. We reeled in a bounty of tuna, a couple mahi, a very nice sailfish, and even encountered some toothy critters. Captain Vinnie’s knowledge of the waters and Mate Jeff’s assistance ensured that every catch was a memorable one.Day two brought even more excitement as we nearly reached our limit for yellowtails and added a few more tunas for the freezer. The seamless coordination between Captain and Mate made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable.Overall, our trip aboard the YB Normal exceeded all expectations. The boat had ample room and a wide beam making the ride comfortable. Their professionalism, skill, and passion for fishing shone through, resulting in a successful and thrilling expedition. I can’t recommend them highly enough for anyone seeking an unforgettable fishing adventure.
Amber NoelAmber Noel
00:49 05 Apr 24
10/10 recommend this crew for your next trip! We took out our three small kids (3, 6, 8) for a 4-hr afternoon trip and they had a blast. This was our first time not doing in shore and I was super skeptical about getting sea sick. Vinnie kept an eye on the forecast and assured us the winds were in our favor and the seas would be calm. Glad we took his advice! Captain Vinnie and his first mate Jeff kept them all on fish and made sure mom and dad caught some too. We caught 10 tuna and 2 Bonita fish, never a dual moment. The boat had a cabin with AC to get them out of the heat, a fridge and cooler, and a bathroom — all wins with kids. We always appreciate a talkative crew AND people who like kids. Great day all around. Looking forward to coming back to Ft. Lauderdale and fishing again!
Christine GeorgeChristine George
10:25 12 Apr 23
These guys were amazing!! We did a 6 hour morning charter and had a great day fishing catching some waho, kingfish, and our once in a lifetime catch, a Sailfish!! Highly recommend these guys!!
Dustin SperlichDustin Sperlich
00:36 13 Jan 23
Had a great day fishing for tuna with these guys. They are super friendly and actually explain and teach what they are doing. Older boat that was well maintained. They are knowledgeable about manny different species and have been doing it for a long time. Will definitely book again if I am in the area!
Philip YananPhilip Yanan
19:49 28 Dec 22
Had a great outing with Captain Vinnie and Mate Hector. Caught a BUNCH of snapper, a few nice big trigger fish and couple bonita. They were very helpful! Hector was especially helpful with the kids! Would definitely use them again!
MandoMando
14:57 27 Jun 22
We had an awesome experience with YB Normal Charter. Captain Vinny was attentive and professional. First Mate Hector truly made my sons 10th birthday a memorable one! They made my son feel like he was one of the crew!
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