When the pandemic first broke, there was mass hesitation by boat owners and those in the middle of a build. A number of “what ifs” arose and prospective buyers wondered if spending big on a recreational item was the right choice, some wondered what the market was going to do, some wondered how it would effect their own business and …
After being postponed in November due to extreme weather, the Dust’Em Off Sailfish Warmup kicks off sailfish season in South Florida this week. A much anticipated tournament known for its focus more on the experience of fishing with your crew, family, and friends, Dust’Em Off started off as “bar talk” between friends of Captain Ben Sharpe while venting about frustrations …
Here’s a list of the upcoming South Florida Sailfish Tournaments, including some notable tournaments close by in the Bahamas. November 2020 Dust’em Off Sailfish WarmupDate: (rescheduled) Dec. 3-5, 2020Location: Palm Beach/Jupiter/Miami, Florida December 2020 Islamorada Sailfish TournamentDate: Dec. 4-6, 2020Location: Islamorada, Florida Hope Town United Sailfish TournamentDate: Dec. 10-12, 2020Location: Islamorada, Florida January 2021 Silver Sailfish DerbyDate: Jan. 6-9, 2021Location: West Palm Beach, FloridaMarlin Madness Qualifying Event Fish …
Got boat building skills? Release Boatworks in conjunction with GameFisherman Yachts is hiring at our Egg Harbor City, New Jersey facility! • Patchers• Laminators• Woodworkers• Mechanical• Electricians Full Amerihealth silver benefits package (100% Paid) includes:• Health• Vision• Prescription• Dental 401k, Bonuses, PTO and other great benefits included – and a great work environment! PLUS – Bring us your current paystub …
A new record has officially been set for Pacific bluefin tuna on 30 lb line by Robert Webster of Southern California. Webster’s first record, the IGFA Men’s 15-kg (30 lb) Line Class World Record Pacific bluefin tuna weighed in at 215 pounds. On July 26, 2020, he set out off Southern California on his 40’ sportfishing yacht, Magellan, in search of …
Save the Dates! Join the International Game Fish Association for a week of fishing and fun in South Florida. The IGFA Light Tackle Open is a two-day tournament that will take place out of Sailfish Marina Resort in Palm Beach Shores, Florida, from Tuesday, February 9th, 2021 to Thursday, February 11th, 2021. In the past, The IGFA has hosted their …
In years past, fishing teams may have sacrificed creature comforts to opt for a center console over a traditional sportfish due to the 360 degrees of fishability and speed, but with advancements in design and materials, walkaround sportfish have become the most in-demand fishing platform on the market. These days, Release Boatworks is here to make sure you don’t have …
You asked, and we delivered. Feast your eyes on the mock-up for the all new Release Boatworks 390 Walkaround. We have three of these 39’ builds officially in the works at the moment, all three of which will feature outboard engines on an armstrong bracket, and all three of which will be custom to each buyer. This model will have …
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), a decades-old event that supports the city’s multibillion-dollar marine industry, got the green light from Broward County commissioners this week. Despite COVID-19, the Commissioner stated, “I believe the show is needed now more than ever. It is extremely vital.” The region’s marine industry, the Marine Industries Association of South Florida says, generates 111,000 …
On October 29, 2020, the IGFA will bestow the prestigious Tommy Gifford Award upon five recipients in recognition of their extraordinary contributions to the advancement of sport fishing through innovation, outstanding catches or noteworthy examples of leadership in their trade. The Tommy Gifford Award is named for one of the greatest saltwater charter skippers of all time and recipients are selected through …
