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Few places in the world carry the fishing legacy of the Florida Keys, where generations of anglers have chased world records and unforgettable catches. On this trip, creators Ryan Izquierdo and Aaron Benzrihem set their sights on Key West, fishing out of Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina on board the Mako 24 Apex bay boat.
Over several days, they worked nearshore reefs and grass flats, targeting red grouper, mutton snapper, and lane snapper. Strong winds kept them close to shore, forcing constant adjustments as they drifted, jigged, and flat-lined baits to coax bites from stubborn bottom fish. The grind paid off, filling the cooler with a solid mix of species, and the adventure wrapped with a dockside spread—fresh snapper and grouper served at the Yellowfin Bar and Kitchen, a fitting end to a hard-fought trip in one of saltwater fishing’s most iconic destinations.
Ryan Izquierdo (Ryan Iz Fishing)
Ryan Izquierdo is an avid angler and content creator based out of Florida’s Southeast coast. Born and Raised in Miami, Florida. Ryan specializes in hunting for Florida’s exotic freshwater species from the urban canal banks of Miami, to the picturesque Florida Everglades. He is currently pursuing a career in the Fire Service and creating content in his free time. Join him on his recent travels in the Amazon Jungles of South America hunting for River Monsters.
Aaron Benzrihem (Abenz Fishing)
Aaron Benzrihem is an avid angler based out of southeast Florida. He grew up snook fishing on Sanibel Island and now writes, shoots, and edits fishing stories and videos that document his efforts to catch the biggest inshore fish Florida has to offer.
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