Brad Lasher works at Eskimo Joes as a server, bouncer, and support staff. An active man, Brad Lasher enjoys working out and fishing in his spare time. He spends a good percentage of his free time fishing.

The sailfish is a distinct-looking fish from the family of marlins. It is one of the fastest marine creatures on the planet, making it a prized and challenging catch for anglers. Identification and location are essential elements in catching these fish.

Sailfish are usually dark blue or gray with light brown spots. They have a distinct long spear-like dorsal fin called a sail which makes people often mistake them for swordfish. The most significant difference between a sailfish and a swordfish is the size. The sailfish weighs an average of 120 pounds and ranges between 68 to 100 inches in length.

Anglers can find sailfish in warm, tropical waters such as the Atlantic Coast or the Gulf of Mexico. American anglers can find the largest population of these fish along the coast of Florida, most especially on Treasure Coast’s aptly named Sailfish Alley. They can also find the fish in the Florida Keys, Destin area, and up north at St. Augustine because of the flow of the Gulf Stream.