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The Buccaneer Cup Sailfish Release Tournament was launched in 1963 by members of the historic Buccaneer Yacht Club (BYC), and is running strong in its 58th year thanks to local supporters, sponsors, volunteers, and Tournament Director Courtney Bowden. Tonight, the captain’s meeting for the Buccaneer Cup kicks off at Viking Yacht Service Center in Riviera Beach, Florida at 5:30 p.m., …
This past weekend, Showtime Fishing Team proved their sailfishing prowess once again by earning first place in Operation Sailfish, leg one of the 2021 Quest for the Crest Sailfish Series in South Florida. Even though a cold snap rolled in forecasting a usual hot sailfish bite this time of year, total releases for the 41-boat two-day tournament only profited 140 …
The much anticipated 42’ Release Dayboat Flybridge hull is fresh out of the mold along with its deckhouse, and the engine room fairing process has begun! 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, the Release Boatworks 42’ Custom Sportfish was …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Here’s a story for you! Release Boatworks founder, Jim Turner, had his first shirts made for the name of his original 37’ Merritt, which turned out to be the inspiration for our current builds. The shirts originally had 15 release flags on each sleeve, with the goal being to be the first boat IN THE WORLD to catch 30 sailfish …
