Have you ever wondered what it's like to fish in South Africa? In this episode of The Science of Fishing, I sit down with Tian from T- Zero, who shares his incredible journey from bottom fishing in South Africa to chasing blue marlin in the United States. From his early days fishing with his father to his current role on a 70-foot Ricky Sky Row, T takes us on a journey through his life and his unwavering passion for the sport of fishing. Dive into the mindset that led him to prioritize his love for billfish over other species, and let us know in the comments which story that Tian shared was your favorite!
Key Takeaways:
* T grew up fishing with his father in South Africa
* He transitioned from bottom fishing to sport fishing
* T Zero fishes on a 70-foot Ricky Sky Row
* They introduced marlin fishing techniques to their home waters in South Africa
* T's biggest catch is a 500-pound blue marlin on a spinning reel
* He prefers catch and release, especially for billfish
* South African bottom fishing offers unique challenges and rewards
* T believes South African waters are not overfished due to limited access
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