By Lacey Hagler With the recent announcement of the 55’ Release Boatworks Walkaround Flybridge build plans, we’d like to further recognize the history behind our much anticipated “Swiss Army Knife of Sportfishing”. As with any iconic build, there is a back story and years of hard work by trailblazers and visionaries. Here are the stories behind the men who brought …
InTheBite Features Release Boatworks First Build, 46′ GOLDFISH
IntheBite Magazine featured our first build, 46′ Release Boatworks GOLDFISH, in their most recent digital distribution. Here’s the story, written by Nichole Osinski. Over a casual lunch on the waterfront at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, Release Boatworks founder Jim Turner was asked what advice he would give to someone wanting to get into the boat building industry. “Lay …
Release Boatworks Job Fair
Now Hiring in New Jersey! We are having a Release Boatworks JOB FAIR on Friday, May 21st, 2pm-7pm at our building facility in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey, 901 Duerer Street! Join us for a tour of the Release Boatworks facility, and to find the trade job of your dreams! Make competitive pay, healthcare benefits, and a 401k building boats for …
Superyacht Gameboat: The Release Boatworks 55′ Walkaround Flybridge
We’re excited to announce that construction has begun on the first Release Boatworks 55’ Walkaround Flybridge, contracted by Certified Professional Yacht Broker Matthew Stone of International Yacht Company (IYC). “Passion, creativity, and vision,” Stone emphasized. “That’s what Release Boatworks brought to every single call, meeting, and yard visit during this 18-month design period.” Release Boatworks has the intention of building …
2021 Naked Warrior Project Fishing Tournament to Memorialize Navy SEALs and Support Gold Star Families
As Americans, we owe a great debt to the members of our armed forces who dedicate their lives to defend our nation. The Naked Warrior Project works to ensure that we preserve the memory of fallen warriors in the Navy SEAL and SOCOM/JSOC community and raise money to benefit the Gold Star Families. Release Boatworks is proud to sponsor The …
2021 Quest For The Crest Champions: Showtime Fishing Team Wins Second Burgundy Jacket
Photo Credit: Noah Robert of Liquid Film Group Showtime Fishing Team earned a second burgundy jacket and the title as 2021 Quest For The Crest Champions this past weekend, proving once again that hard work and determination yields trophies. After a 13th place finish on Friday’s day one of Final Sail, Captain Nick Carullo lead his team to victory aboard …
Production Update: 46′ Release Boatworks Walkaround, “Showtime”
Look at our Instagram or Facebook, and you know that 46′ Release Boatworks “Showtime” has been a highly anticipated boat in South Florida. As of today, “Showtime” has been splashed and is on her way to Miami where she can do what she was built to do- kite fish! Showtime fishing team has repeatedly demonstrated their sportfishing prowess and commitment …
Production Update: 42′ Dayboat Flybridge
The production of 42’ Release Dayboat Flybridge “Bobo” is moving along nicely, and is being powered by twin Volvo Penta D11-725s with an inboard joystick and dynamic positioning, thanks to JT Marine Power! The design for this model has been engineered for years and highly anticipated, but hasn’t been finalized until recently. Another collaboration with renowned naval architect Erwin Gerards, …
2021 JJ Fish Week Results & Recap
March 2nd-6th 2021 during Jimmy Johnson’s JJ FISH WEEK, fishing teams across South Florida – Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade & the Keys – hit the waters on their QUEST FOR THE RING & THE GUARANTEED MILLION! 82 teams joined for the ultimate sportfishing experience, which included a 2-day Billfish Championship, featuring a Catch & Release Division hosting 76 teams, and …
IGFA Adopts New Language for Electric Reels
The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) recently announced that it is adopting new language to the organization’s rules pertaining to the use of power-driven reels, most commonly referred to as “electric reels.” These reels have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially within the recreational swordfish fishery. To preface the new language outlined in detail below, the IGFA would like to stress …