16/11/2024
๐ฅ๐ฅThe Day Pauro Caught History๐ฅ๐ฅ
๐ฌ Video in the comments ๐ฌ
๐Official CIGF record!๐
It was a day Pauro would never forget. He found himself in the midst of a fierce struggle, battling a massive marlin that had taken his lure. The fish dumped the spool twice, each time testing his resolve and skill. Not too long into the fight, the fish went still, its strength waning. As any seasoned fisherman knows, a dead fish can lead to a stalemate, and with the boat rocking violently in 1.5 to 2-meter swells and 18-knot winds, his rod snapped just moments later.
In that moment of desperation, Pauro called for backup. Luckily, Joachim was nearby and rushed over to help. He also reached out to Marama and Robbie, hoping they could lend a hand. With 30 long minutes passing, Pauro fought to keep the pressure on the fish, his heart racing with anticipation.
When Joachim arrived, they shifted tactics. They had to handline this marlin up from the depths, a daunting task ahead of them. Slowly but surely, they began winning the battle of inches, putting line back on the reel. Just then, Marama and Robbie arrived on a jetski, transforming their one-on-one struggle into a full-fledged team effort. It became a relay-style competition, two cranking and one handlining, pushing themselves to the limit for what felt like an eternity.
After a grueling 40 minutes, they finally raised the fish to the surface! The team secured their prize and made their way back to shore, where Princess Gordon was waiting. The marlin weighed an astonishing 506 kg, setting the official Rarotonga game fishing record!
Reflecting on this epic day, Pauro knew he couldnโt have achieved this without the boys. Their support made all the difference, turning a near disaster into an unforgettable triumph. The fish was sold to a local business, ensuring that not a single bit went to waste, making the festive season brighter for the entire community.
Pauro also caught an 512kg blue marlin last year, unfortunately the fish was not recognized by the club as he didn't use their scales. Unbelievable effort! ๐ช