Using a rod&reel to fly a kite works pretty good. But I don't think that's what he was doing. I should have mentioned that this guy had a commercial name on the side of his boat but can't remember the name, most likely a guide. It would be interesting to know why he was flying the kite because as said you really don't need one to catch silvers out there. Hey maybe sailfish or Marlin have traveled North!
Mystery unsolved for now.