Fish Offshore on the Contagious...

As a snow bird from Chicago, I have traveled to the Florida Keys for the last 25 years of my life.  I have had the opportunity to fish with many guides--none stand out like Captain Brian Cone.

What separates Brian from the rest is his generosity and willingness to make every trip a special time. During the course of my many trips to the Florida Keys, I frequently bring down family and business clients--all comment on how special the experience was because of Brian’s high level of professionalism. When it comes to understanding where the fish are and how to catch them, no one does it better than Brian. As a local that has grown up on the water, he has spent more hours at sea than anyone I know.  If there is a fish to be caught, Brian will find it. I can not express enough how he always brings a positive attitude to every outing and how there never seems to be enough ice to cover all the fish. Brian is a natural at what he does and is truly an outstanding person.

Anyone fortunate enough to fish with Brian will be left with a memorable experience. Back in Chicago I think about the great times I’ve had fishing with Brian and I can't wait for my next trip to come around.

Peter Theodore

Chicago, Illinois

I have been fishing with Capt. Brian Cone 15 to 20 times a year for more than five years. As with all great captains, he has that rarest of instincts- he finds fish. No matter the season, no matter the species, you’ll catch fish.

Bill Keller

I met Capt. Brian cone about ten years ago. I came from Michigan where I fish for walleye, pike, and bass. I knew nothing about salt water fishing. Brian has taught me something every time we have gone out fishing together.

He also has introduced me to some great new friends who were customers of his. My friends and family have had great experiences with Capt. Brian. Whenever we go fishing with Brian, we always seem successful.

If you want a great fishing experience, I really recommend Capt. Brian Cone. You won’t be disappointed.

Earl Riske

Captain Brian Cone:

I have had the good fortune to have fished The Florida Keys since 1964.  In the course of that time I have chartered just about all the captains who are regarded as “The best of the best”.  In my opinion, Captain Brian Cone is at the top of that list, and deservedly so.

1. Brian is highly innovative in his techniques, and continually comes up with new ideas to enhance his customers fishing experience, while on his charters.

2. He is always willing to try new fishing areas and new ideas, and in the course of doing so has discovered new and unexploited fisheries, along with  optimal times and conditions to best exploit those opportunities.

3. He is highly customer focused and always goes the extra mile to assure his clients total satisfaction.

4. Last, but not least, he is a genuinely good citizen, and enjoys the total respect of his customers and peers. His high level of repeat business is a testament to that fact.

Book a trip with Capt. Brian Cone on “The Contagious”, and I am sure you will be returning for many more trips.

Joseph B. McHugh, P.E.
Jenkintown, PA 19046