Dr. Helen Tang Sets New Women’s Fly Sailfish Record
- Mar 11
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A featured article on In the Bite Magazine.
On March 2, Dr. Helen Tang set a new women’s fly sailfish record, releasing 19 sailfish on fly while fishing aboard Intensity in Guatemala.
All fish were caught on 20-lb tippet under International Game Fish Association rules.
The achievement surpasses the previous record of 18 sailfish, set by Kara Weisman in 2012, also fishing aboard Intensity.
Guatemala’s Pacific sailfish fishery has long been regarded as one of the most consis
tent billfish destinations in the world, making it a prime venue for anglers pursuing fly-caught sailfish numbers.
Key Details
IGFA-compliant, 20 lb tippet
19 sailfish released on fly
Aboard Intensity, Guatemala
Previous mark: 18 (Kara Weisman, 2012)
Why It Matters
New benchmark for women’s fly sailfish releases
Highlights Guatemala’s world-class sailfish fishery
FAQ
Was this IGFA compliant? (Yes—IGFA rules, 20 lb tippet.)
What was the previous record? (18 by Kara Weisman in 2012, also on Intensity.)
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